The other side of the sea.
"In the first quarter of 2004, China's economy faced many difficulties. External export trade was restricted, prices of internal industrial raw materials rose sharply, basic labor was in short supply, and labor shortages occurred in some areas..."
"Preliminary estimates show that compared with the same period last year, China's fiscal revenue is expected to decline by 7% to 9% in the first quarter of 2004. Of course, with the progress of macroeconomic control, China may regain economic vitality in the following months, but at the same time, we also More response plans will be developed.”
"Among them, the action against soybean futures is already underway. If all goes well, we can achieve two goals at the same time: consume a large amount of the other party's available funds and destroy their autonomy in the soybean market."
"In order to achieve this goal, I applied for an additional budget to launch simultaneous actions in the three fields of indica rice, wheat, and corn, thereby further spreading the energy of the other parties."
"If it goes well, according to calculations, for every US$1 million we pay, we can cause economic losses of 4 to 5 million to the other party, and at the same time, it can also bring us an expected benefit of 1.5 to 1.7 million US dollars."
"Of course, these expected benefits will not be realized until several years later..."
In a large conference room in Washington, white, a middle-aged man wearing thick glasses stood on the podium and talked.
Sitting in front of him were dozens of experts from various fields. In addition to their excellent professionalism, each of these experts had the same trait:
Proficient in foreign strategy.
Their purpose of sitting here is self-evident.
If the advisory working group organized by Chen Nian is to clarify the domestic economic environment and help the country develop, then the purpose of this organization called "JASON", also known as the "May Meeting", is completely opposite:
They are born to destroy.
Since the mid-20th century, the May Club has gradually grown from a purely military consulting organization when it was first established, and has finally become a professional staff organization that integrates technology, economy, military, national defense and other fields.
Their shadow can be seen in many major actions taken by the United States.
But now, they have set their sights on China.
"So what you're saying is that we've made significant progress in our early operations? But in fact, our main goal has not been accomplished."
"Judging from the other party's personnel flow, salary payment, and commercial consumption around several important research institutes and factories, the other party's projects are still proceeding in an orderly manner."
"In fact, their staff's commuting hours are lengthening, which means that the other party's project is likely to have entered a critical period."
"In contrast, we haven't even determined what they're going to do yet."
The speaker was a bald man sitting in the crowd. Documents were messily placed in front of him, his brows were furrowed and his eyes were confused.
After hearing his words, the middle-aged man on the podium nodded slightly and replied:
"Thank you for speaking up, Houston. It's definitely a problem, but it's not as bad as you make it out to be."
"First of all, we can confirm that the other party's project is still related to the latest J-10 modified fighter. They are most likely manufacturing engineering test aircraft."
"The reason is simple: we can first rule out the possibility that they are developing new fighters, because this work belongs to their Chengdu Aircraft Group."
"According to intelligence, Chengdu Aircraft Group's current progress is also very stable, and there is no possibility of temporarily handing over the project to Shenyang Aircraft Industry."
"Secondly, the assumption that 'the project is about to enter a critical period' you mentioned is also consistent with the current clues."
"The engineering test is the end of the project. The manpower and resources consumed at this stage will have increased significantly, which is consistent with what we have observed."
"But Paine, doesn't this mean that our first goal has failed? We currently no longer have the ability to interfere with the progress of this project."
The man named Houston sighed and said.
"No, we didn't fail."
Paine shook his head and continued:
"On the contrary, we have entered the optimal window."
“According to our estimates, whatever this new project is, their capital pool is almost at its bottom.”
"If we can completely cut off their capital chain at this time, the best effect will be achieved."
"You also know that under the economic impact, they have no more financial resources available. The only hope at present is to negotiate arms sales with Saudi Arabia."
"As long as we ensure that their negotiations break down, we can deal them a fatal blow."
"What's interesting is that this time their competitors are our allies..."
…
On the other side, in a five-star hotel in Riyadh, Morris finally made an appointment with Hatim and prepared to confirm the Mirage 2000 purchase plan with him again.
"Mr. Hatim, according to our previous agreement, we must sign a formal letter of intent as soon as possible within a month."
"Otherwise, we will not be able to start production on time and the delivery of fighter jets will be delayed. I'm afraid this is not what you want to see, right?"
Hatim applied for indifference. After thinking for a moment, he answered:
"We're afraid we have to suspend the purchase contract for the Mirage 2000."
"Suspension? Why?"
Morris was shocked. They had been preparing for this contract for two years. They had spent a lot of money in the process. They finally got through it until Hatim, who was mainly responsible, relented, but now he actually said that he wanted to postpone it?
what happened?
Is it because of those Chinese people?
----Indeed, Hatim's attitude has undergone some subtle changes since he met Wang Ming of Poly Technology.
According to intelligence, he flew to China with the other party two days ago.
Has a new contract been negotiated?
However, what kind of arms sales can replace the position of a third-generation aircraft?
Rocket launcher? Heavy artillery? radar?
That’s not right either!
There is no comparison between these things and third-generation machines...
Could it be a plane?
Given China's strength, what kind of aircraft can they build?
That J-10 hasn't even passed the engineering test yet!
But stop joking!
Otherwise, is China selling a batch of second-generation phones at a low price?
This is quite possible!
Thinking of this, Morris quickly said:
"Mr. Hatim, I should not speculate on your intentions."
"But as your partner, I have to remind you: it is absolutely impossible for a second-generation aircraft to compete with a third-generation aircraft."
"Whether it is radar, avionics, weapons, or power systems, there is an absolute gap between China's J-8 II and the Mirage 2000."
"Rather than buying their outdated fighters to show off, it's better to continue using Tornado fighters..."
Hearing this, Hatim looked slightly unhappy.
"Mr. Morris, in your eyes, am I such a stupid decision-maker?"
Morris waved his hand quickly.
"No, no, Mr. Hatim, of course not, but the thing is..."
"No buts."
Hatim stood up and said in a cold tone:
"We have made the decision to suspend the Mirage 2000 procurement plan."
"And, I want to tell you that our transaction with China has nothing to do with you, and you don't need to try to obtain information."
"Whether we buy a J-8, J-10, or J-7, it is our own choice."
"We would rather trade with a sincere businessman for a premium than fall into the 'equipment trap' you set!"
Having said this, Hatim paused for a moment and continued:
"What's more, compared to yours, their premium is really not that high..."
