Chapter 2481 Condition 3
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This is really a bit messy. The gap is quite big from what we imagined. A lot of the content feels like it’s just a piece of cake. " Yamamoto Gonbei sighed and said that today's meeting was completely different from what he thought. According to his idea, Saionji Temple public should discuss the war situation and funding issues with him. However, who would have thought that after the meeting, first of all He balanced the navy and army, and then said a lot of specious things. The situation that he originally thought was simple immediately became complicated and confusing.
"I thought that this time the empire would just have to fight its opponent to the death. After the opponent paid a certain price and got tired of fighting, we would naturally have a chance to negotiate. But who knew..." Yamamoto Gonbei suddenly got into a conversation. He turned around and said, "How confident do you think your inference is, Your Excellency Xiyuanji?
"No more than 50% at most." Saionji said while touching his chin.
"Fifty percent? If it was someone else who said it, I would have kicked him out a long time ago, but since it is what you said, I will believe it for the time being." Yamamoto Gonbei knew very well that no matter what he proposed before, he would just wait and see. What Gongwang of Xiyuan Temple said when he was seeking peace and repayment was fundamentally about seeking life from death! Saionji's confidence is not high, so is Yamamoto Gonbei's confidence very high?
It’s obviously nonsense! The Germans were able to fight hard for more than 2 years under the heavy pressure of the Allies. Why do you think the United States cannot fight for more than three years? If it drags on for a longer time, no matter what the situation is on the battlefield, the Japanese economy will definitely be dragged to death! To be honest, Yamamoto Gonbei's own idea is not even 40% sure! Xiyuanji can say 50%, which is already a high degree of confidence!
"So let's sum it up now. If we want to end the war, we must do three things. The first point is to meet Germany's demand for reparations. The second point is that we have to block the Russian offensive in Siberia. And the third point is Want to consume the sluggish virtue fleet while retaining its strength?" Masaki Terauchi concluded.
"One more thing is that in the entire Western Pacific region, Japan must not infringe on Germany's economic interests." Saionji Komō said.
"Haha, they are really overbearing. Who do the Germans think they are? After the war is over, it is impossible for the Americans to start another war in a short time. The Germans probably haven't recovered from the war yet. Even if we make some moves in the Far East , are the Germans still planning to come and fight us in person?" Yamamoto Gonbei's face was full of disdain and anger!
"At least within 7 years after the end of the Pacific War, we will be unable to refuse Germany's request!" Saionji Temple frowned and said. "Not to mention other issues, after the war, the empire's economy will probably be linked to Mark for a long time!"
"The reason is simple. Once a war breaks out, the empire's yen will depreciate significantly. Neither the British nor others will agree to us paying in yen! Just like during the war, most countries use US dollars for settlement.
Because the U.S. dollar is the most stable, whether it is the Allies or the Entente. "
"And by the same token, when the Pacific War breaks out, how will we conduct trade with other countries? It would be best to use real gold and silver, but you and I both know it is impossible. There are not so many metal currencies in the imperial treasury. Well, we can only use foreign currencies that are recognized by everyone. The U.S. dollar is definitely not good. We are hostile to the Americans and we cannot get large quantities of U.S. dollars. The same cannot be said for the British pound. In the past ten years, the United Kingdom has not been able to It is impossible for us to use such a dangerous currency to get out of economic difficulties. The same is true for the franc and the ruble.
"Well, the only ones that can be used are the German Mark and the Austro-Hungarian Crown. This was true when the war was going on, and it will be true after the war. At least until the empire's economy slows down, we can only use the Mark Or settle in Krona. So, when our trading currencies are all in the hands of the Germans, tell me, how dare we have trouble with the Germans? At this time, if they want to deal with us, they don’t even need guns and guns!" said Gongwang of Saionji Temple .
"Haha, that's it." Yamamoto Gonbei suddenly felt like a deflated ball. The fierceness just now turned into deep helplessness. He could only laugh twice to cover up his embarrassment.
"This is not over yet. Just imagine, after the war, where can some of the technical equipment needed by the empire be imported from?" Saionji asked: "We used to import it from the United Kingdom and Germany, not to mention the private sector, the light navy On the warships, we have electrical equipment from Siemens and optical equipment from Zeiss. The Germans monopolize more than 80% of the world's chemical dyes. These are things that the empire cannot produce. It is impossible for us to conduct large-scale trade with the Americans. . It is inevitable that the British industry will shrink after the war, so what should we do? To be honest, we cannot produce third-rate equipment in Europe. Therefore, if we fight an economic war, we will only suffer!"
It has to be said that Germany in this era has monopolies or huge advantages in certain industries, such as the electrical appliance industry, such as chemical dyes. This is a very naughty place in history, and in this dimension, Germany is in the steam industry. The advantages in turbines and internal combustion engines are also very huge. If the British could compete technically before the war, now, from a purely technical perspective, Germany is the strongest, better than the Americans in terms of aircraft and Gasoline engines for cars and diesel engines for submarines and trucks are the best!
"If possible, can we form an alliance with the Germans after the war?" Masaki Terauchi suddenly asked. Maybe this idea seems a bit surprising to others, but for Japan, a country and nation that is used to kneeling down to the strong, there is really nothing shameful about this, it is completely normal!
"This is indeed a very good idea. The conflict between us and Germany is not big. The Germans have no ambitions in the Far East. We can also realize their economic requirements. And the empire has no plans for the Indian Ocean. In the future, we We have to face the United States." Yamamoto Gonbei also agreed.
As for the current Anglo-Japanese alliance? Well, we’ve all been in different beds for a long time! The British wanted to kick the Japanese out, and the Japanese also disliked the British. Even if it weren't for the pressure of American soldiers on the border and Germany's refusal to reconcile with Japan, the Japanese might have some thoughts about Britain's colonies in the Far East!
The Japanese actually had somewhat similar thoughts to the original Grand Duke of Baden. There is no conflict between everyone, and there is a common enemy. This is the basis for the alliance! So why can't everyone join forces?
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