"Mr. Ivanovich, welcome!"
As the special adviser quickly walked down the gangway, among the many senior executives who were picking up the plane, the man who looked to be fifty years old, with slightly dark skin and a turban on his head, was headed up quickly. He stretched out his hands in front of him.
"Hello, Mr. Saho."
The last two people shook hands at the bottom of the gangway. The Soviet special adviser named Ivanovich said hello with a smile, while the Indian Saho smiled and said:
"I'm so happy to see you. I think you must have brought good news this time."
"Please come this way, let's sit down and talk in detail."
Then a group of people left by car and left the airport tarmac. They came to an office building and sat down in the conference room. After a brief drink of tea and a few words, Saho, who was wearing a turban, smiled. asked:
"Mr. Ivanovich, I think you came here this time because of the T-72A tank we had exchanged before, right?"
"Or is it because we previously hoped to purchase an aircraft carrier?"
In normal history, India purchased the first batch of early-model T-72 tanks from the Soviet Union in 1978. After simple use, it was very satisfied with this product, so it introduced a full set of T-72 tanks from the Soviet Union. The tank assembly line is used to assemble the T-72 tank by itself. Of course, most of the parts still have to be imported, but they can be assembled domestically. It seems to be domestically produced.
But as four or five years have passed, the situation has changed. The T-72, which has been around for many years, has been upgraded and modified, such as using composite armor and laser rangefinders. This has caused India to be very envious. So they hope to continue to purchase this new T-72a model. They have already submitted an application before, but the Soviet Union seems to be still struggling and has not given an accurate answer.
In addition, this interaction between India and the Soviet Union has also put the United States on the back.
After all, India is indeed a country with a "huge land area". There is nothing wrong with calling it a "large country" or simply a "big country". The back and forth between the Soviet Union and India is essentially a Soviet geopolitical expansion strategy. So under this situation, the United States had to find ways to win over India and resist the expansion from the Soviet Union, and on the other hand, win over Pakistan next door in an attempt to create a confrontational situation.
In fact, this kind of pulling activity has been going on continuously throughout the 1960s and 1970s, and it is precisely because of this co-opted status that India has gained huge benefits from both sides, so sometimes it is not allowed to admit it. India is also a country with experts.
However, they have another disadvantage, that is, they are particularly easy to expand.
So there was a conflict before, and a lesson was finally learned. It was from that time that Pakistan became a very important country based on the principle that the enemy of the enemy is a friend.
Nowadays, India has once again accumulated strength. In their view, as a sign of a great power, it must have aircraft carriers. However, it is very difficult to manufacture aircraft carriers. They do not have the ability to manufacture them themselves, so they follow their usual strategy and prepare to buy them!
Since the early 1980s, India has been in contact with many countries that own aircraft carriers and have the ability to manufacture aircraft carriers, but in fact there are only a few countries, just the United States, the Soviet Union, the United Kingdom, France, etc., but they have all been rejected. .
This rejection did not make India give up the idea, but instead became more and more eager, because in addition to being a face-saving project, the aircraft carrier indeed has a very important strategic value, that is, to contain Pakistan!
As you can see from the map, Pakistan has India on the left, Iran and Afghanistan on the right. The southern part of Pakistan is their outlet to the sea. It shares a coastline with India. In this way, if India wants to take advantage of this old For opponents, the best way is to contain their coastline. After losing the coastline, the country will be tightly clamped on the land!
Therefore, India has been very eager for aircraft carriers since the 1980s.
In normal history, their first aircraft carrier was purchased second-hand from the United Kingdom, named the "Sports God", which cost 63 million pounds. The British carried out relevant modifications, and after the purchase, the name was changed to the localized "Virat". , the time was 1986. At this point in time, to be honest, they were really awesome for owning an aircraft carrier. Once Wang Ye heard the news, he couldn't help but be very envious. After all, it was an aircraft carrier! aircraft carrier! The crown of naval strength!
At this moment.
Under the gaze of many Indians in the conference room, Ivanovich nodded slightly and said:
"It has something to do with these two things, but it's mainly another issue."
Hearing what Ivanovich said, wonderful expressions suddenly appeared on the faces of everyone present. They now have a great desire for T-72A tanks and aircraft carriers, because as long as they have these two weapons, they can be used on land. They can suppress Pakistan, their old enemy in the west, and they can also become stronger in the face of their northern neighbor, and even avenge their shame. So how can they suppress the excitement in their hearts?
"Mr. Ivanovich, please speak!"
Afterwards, Saho, who was wearing a turban, said this while trying to restrain the excitement in his heart, while Ivanovich put away the last smile on his face, glanced sternly at all the Indians present, and then coughed lightly and said :
"This time, I come as a plenipotentiary envoy and hope to negotiate and communicate with you."
"We hope that this winter, you can launch an operation called 'Winter War' against your neighbors to the west. The scale of this operation should be from small to large, and drag your neighbors into the war step by step. The mire is holding them back!"
"As long as you are willing to cooperate, we can provide you with all the technology and production parts of the T-72A, as well as a large amount of other weapons and equipment support. We only need cost price, delivery in US dollars, and even free support for you. Large quantities of ammunition and small arms.”
"More importantly, as long as the final progress is good, we can sell you an aircraft carrier, and we can even provide you with modifications to facilitate the takeoff and landing of Yak-38 carrier-based fighter jets and other types of fighter jets."
Ivanovich's voice echoed in the conference room, and everyone present was shocked. They never expected that Ivanovich would come with such an order and propose such a plan!
Although there have been some frictions between the two sides in the border areas over the years, there has indeed been no large-scale conflict for nearly ten years.
"Mr. Ivanovich, this request of yours is too unexpected."
"We may need some time to negotiate."
"Perhaps you can stay here for ten days first! We will definitely give you a satisfactory answer within a week!"
Finally, Saho, who was wearing a turban, said this, and Ivanovich smiled, nodded and said:
"Okay! No problem, then I will just wait for the good news quietly!"
"I think you won't be disappointed. After all, in my opinion, if a country wants to rise, it will not work without going through the test of iron and blood. Today's historical nodes are very delicate. If we can seize the opportunity, Then anything is possible.”
"And if the opportunity is missed"
In the end, Ivanovich did not continue talking, just smiled, then got up and left under the leadership of the staff, leaving only the Indians in the whole room looking at each other.
After a moment of silence, Saho, who was wearing a turban, let out a long sigh.
"Obviously, it's because of Saudi Arabia!"
"The global oil price war has already begun, and the next conflict will only become more intense!"
"In order to contain Saudi Arabia, I didn't expect that they had already targeted Pakistan."
"But I have to say, this is a really brilliant move."
"They can get what they want, and we can get what we want, but the only problem is that our relationship with the United States may drop to a freezing point. How should we choose? Interests."
As the turban-wearing Saho muttered to himself, many people present nodded slightly. They all knew about the recent situation in the desert, and the relationship between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia was unquestionable. Originally, Saudi Arabia only needed support. Iraq in the north, controlling the border and internal militant attacks will be enough, but if Pakistan also falls into a war situation, then their pressure will suddenly increase!
Under such circumstances, with no hope of increasing oil production, oil prices will inevitably rise. Whether it is a war situation or an economic situation, it will be unlimitedly biased towards the Soviet Union. How can Western countries led by the United States break the situation?
at the same time.
Huaxia, Luqi Province, base dismantling plant.
Just after attending the groundbreaking ceremony, Wang Ye, Commander Song and others returned to the conference room and sat down again. Commander Song took a sip of hot tea, and then said to Wang Ye with a smile:
"Wang Ye, I think it's time for you to build the railway!"
"You can't rely on the Ministry of Railways alone. You have to show your courage as a big local company, propose a plan, and then invest some money to connect your factory with the railway from Yuntai to Qindao. This will be a lot more convenient in the future. , transportation costs will be reduced a lot!”
Nowadays, domestic railways are not particularly developed. Just like in Luqi Province, there are only a few railways, which are incomparable with the connectivity in all directions in later generations, let alone the speed of transportation.
However, there is currently a railway from Yuntai to Qindao. This railway is actually not too far from the consortium, and this railway will eventually lead to Quancheng City and eventually be connected to the Huaxia Railway Network.
Just like the base of this armored division, it is connected by a straight railway line and the main line from Yuntai to Qindao, which can facilitate the mobilization of armored units. In a sense, Wang Ye also took advantage of it this time. , after all, the chassis is disassembled here and transported to the weapons station for installation. After the assembly is completed, you can use this railway to send it directly to the port of Qindao. The speed and efficiency are many times higher than before.
"You are right, I also have this plan."
"After all, the transportation pressure will only increase in the future. It is unrealistic and not efficient enough to rely entirely on trucks."
"But this railway construction should still require the approval of the Ministry of Railways, right? There is no connection between me and the other side. Our railway force will also be merged into the Ministry of Railways. Otherwise, you can just say it."
Hearing what Wang Ye said, Commander Song smiled and said:
"Isn't this transfer finished yet?"
"My words still have some effect, so be it!"
"I'll contact you and we can start construction when the land melts next spring. Just prepare the money."
"Someone will come over to measure it after a while."
Suddenly, a joyful look appeared on Wang Ye's face, he gave a thumbs up and said:
"It has to be you! Thank you so much!"
“To be honest, I don’t know how to thank you for giving us so much support in our work!”
Regarding Wang Ye’s statement, Commander Song sighed and said:
"As you said, this is work support."
"I support your work. In a sense, it is part of my job!"
"Just like this cooperation, how many problems can be solved with so many people and so much money? So you don't have to thank me, just take good care of us children, I will be satisfied!"
"Essentially, we are one!"
Of course Wang Ye had no problem with this. After chatting for a while, Commander Song and others left directly and returned to the theater base in Quancheng. Wang Ye inspected the work again and made sure that there was no problem. , got directly into the truck and returned to the joint complex.
As soon as he returned to the joint venture, the secretary on duty Bai Tingyu said excitedly:
"Director, Director Li called just now."
"They said they had arrived at the Yuntai City Shipyard and were welcomed by everyone. It is said that many people were banging on pot lids and running around to tell them!"
"And Director Li said that the relevant work is being carried out in an orderly manner. Please send a work group to move in tomorrow."
"Do you think we will arrange it?"
After hearing this, Wang Ye thought for a moment, then said with a smile:
"Simple, just follow the previous process of annexing the steel plant, and let Section Chief Su be in charge. He is the best at doing this, and he has perfect eyesight. No problem can escape from his triangular eyes."
"Shh, don't let him hear you."
The Chief Su mentioned by Wang Ye was the former financial section chief of the machinery factory. He is now responsible for the financial and related legal issues of the entire consortium, and because he has a pair of triangular eyes, everyone in the factory He often teases him for being so careful that he can see the tip of a needle clearly. Don't expect to get an extra penny from his hand. Section Chief Su doesn't care about this at all, and is proud of it, seeing it as the best proof of his work. .
"By the way, have all the idlers been dealt with?"
Hearing what Wang Ye said, Bai Tingyu nodded and said excitedly:
"It's clean. It is said that many people were arrested."
"They said they took out the planned materials from the factory and resold them."
In this regard, Wang Ye could only sigh.
"Okay, then I'll thank Director Li. In addition, we will mobilize a thousand part-time soldiers from our base to find those who are ready to retire."
"We will be sent to the shipyard. A thousand people from the shipyard will also be transferred to our base."
"Let's do this first to prevent anything from happening!"
Although the leader has been dealt with, no one knows whether there are any remnants. It is easy to hide from open guns and hard to prevent hidden arrows. For the sake of overall development, Wang Ye has to be a villain. Such a trick is not good for the more than 3,000 workers in the shipyard. , if a thousand soldiers sneak in, the impact will be huge. If someone wants to cause something, they can always serve with fists as big as casseroles. Finally, these remnants will be cleared away, and the remaining ones will be good workers. After all, most of them Some are ordinary people looking forward to a better life.
"Okay, director, do you want to go with us tomorrow?"
Hearing what Bai Tingyu said, Wang Ye nodded and said with a smile:
"Of course I want to go, at least take a look."
"But I don't care about the specific work. Let Section Chief Su and the others do it!"
Then Bai Tingyu nodded and left to arrange work, while Wang Ye returned to the chair and sat down, sighing deeply. Now that the personnel problem has been basically solved, the next work will be simple.
On the one hand, it is ramping up production, preparing for the launch before and after the Spring Festival, and maximizing the effectiveness of advertising.
On the one hand, it is the promotion of scientific research projects, such as metal laboratories and so on.
On the one hand, it is the establishment of a machine tool center. The key issue is the purchase of machine tools. I have to go to Yanjing again and find a way to contact Little Japan. If I can get it from them at a similar price, it will naturally be the most convenient. of.
