Wu Xuejian, the Foreign Minister of the Chinese People's Republic of China, who was wearing a neat suit, looked at the young man next to him and inevitably felt a little excited. He had heard about the existence of a particularly young alternate member of the Central Advisory Committee before, and he

He performs special tasks and is extremely trusted by high-level officials such as Ping Taizong.

But Wu Xuejian didn't expect that the young committee member would bring such a big gift as soon as he met him. As a diplomat, of course he knew very well what kind of diplomatic influence such a shocking case has, and its implications are wide-ranging and

Deep and extremely precise, it can be called a beautiful diplomatic masterpiece. If this diplomatic mediation can be completed, then Wu Xuejian and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs led by him will be able to achieve a gratifying victory.

However, Wu Xuejian still played a supporting role in this process. The discussion was mainly conducted by Qi Yiming, the instigator, and the bid and counteroffer also came from Qi Yiming. In fact, Wu Xuejian was more of a sign, and he was also giving Qi Yiming

Yiming’s behavior serves as official endorsement.

Accompanied by their retinue, the two arrived at the Iranian Embassy in Beijing. Earlier, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of China had sent a secret note to the Iranian Embassy in China in private and took the part of the plan related to Iran.

Come out and give it to them.

So when we came to the Iranian Embassy at this time, they had already had a few days to report back to the country and make a balance. Now Qi Yiming is here to find out.

Because this kind of transaction is shady, Qi Yiming and Wu Xuecheng specially chose to visit the Iranian embassy at night.

The Iranian ambassador and military attache had been waiting in the embassy for a long time and cordially welcomed Qi Yiming when they arrived.

After sending greetings, Iranian Ambassador to China Nazar invited Qi Yiming and two people to enter a completely closed conference room. In the conference room were only two people, the Iranian ambassador and the military attache, two Chinese people, Qi Yiming, and an interpreter.

Nazar got to the point after a simple and meaningless diplomatic greeting: "Iran and China are friendly countries with profound friendship. China has helped us a lot in the war against the aggression of Sunni thugs in Iraq. We deeply express our sincere gratitude.

grateful."

After hearing what he said, Qi Yiming couldn't help but rub his ears. This was a roundabout way of cursing. Everyone knows that the Chinese made a fortune through the Iran-Iraq War, relying on both Iran and Iraq to sell

As for weapons, Uncle Saddam purchased thousands of Type 69 tanks in China. The Iranians seized some and found that they were easy to operate and cheap. They also used some tricks to buy some from China. China’s star weapon is the J-7 of the Iraqis.

Nearly a hundred were obtained from Jordan and Egypt, and later the Iranians also bought nearly a hundred after the war. As for Silkworm missiles (Seahawk series), Type 63 103mm rocket launchers, Hongjian-73 anti-tank missiles, etc.

Etc., many of them are measured in thousands.

Nazar knew that he was embarrassed and could not pursue him fiercely. He said: "We are still very interested in China's proposal this time. The diplomats who can come up with such a method are geniuses. But we are also very interested in it."

The performance of the so-called advanced fighter jets produced by China is doubtful. If it cannot reach the combat effectiveness of the original F-14 and cannot fight against the Iraqis, this business will have no value."

Qi Yiming responded at this time: "The fighter jets we provide you are my country's newly developed third-generation (US standard) light fighter jets. There are naturally some gaps compared to the heavy-duty F-14. But I can be very responsible. I told my friends in Iraq that this FC-1 Xiaolong fighter can complete all the tasks that the F-14 can do, and the things that the F-14 cannot do or cannot do well, such as ground-to-sea attacks and electronic warfare. In other aspects, our fighter aircraft can also complete the AIM-54 Phoenix missile that the F-14 is proud of. We have also developed similar or even more advanced products, which can also shoot at a distance of 120 kilometers and actively seek for fire. hit the enemy's target. Although the Xiaolong fighter aircraft has only more than three tons of bombs and a combat radius of only more than 500 kilometers, it is enough for a country like Iran. After scientific calculations, we have scientifically calculated that the Xiaolong fighter can at least reach the level of the Tomcat. More than 70% of the combat power. Of course, more importantly, we agree to transfer the overhaul line to you and provide 400 medium-range interceptor missiles and 200 500-kg precision guided bombs at one time."

What he said has actually been provided to the Iranian embassy in China. By now, Iran must have specific parameters about Xiaolong, so Qi Yiming just repeated it briefly.

Nazar nodded and added: "With only 70% of the Tomcat's combat power, China should at least provide us with thirty more such fighters as our supplement."

Wu Xuejian argued uncompromisingly at this time: "What we provide you are all new machines, and what you have in hand are second-hand goods that are not well maintained. Even if you had a relationship with Canada 5 years ago,

None of the prices we discussed were so extortionate."

Nazar just asked for the price slowly, sat on the ground and paid back the money, and then said: "Then if the deal is completed, how about adding 10 more?"

Qi Yiming chuckled and said: "We have also given you hundreds of advanced missiles. This money alone is worth 10 fighter jets. You can choose, you can add 10 more, but the weapons originally sent are not there."

Already."

Nazar said again: "Whether the specific transaction can be implemented depends on our pilots inspecting your so-called advanced fighter jets and the domestic finalization of the decision, so it is too early to discuss these now."

Qi Yiming was not surprised by his statement and said: "We can't bear to carry out rounds of bargaining. Let me make our bottom line clear here. You can use the remaining F-14s and supporting weapons to

To replace our FC-1s one to one, if necessary, we can send 12 fighters to your country in advance through North Korea's referral. We can even provide a group of capable pilots, which your country has not mastered.

type fighter aircraft, fight for your country. Well, we will carry out this charity to the end. If the deal is concluded, we will send your country two more ZDK-03 early warning aircraft to multiply the homeland air defense capabilities of your country’s air force.”

Kazemi, the Iranian military attache next to him, moved when he heard Qi Yiming's words. If the FC-1 could have 70% of the combat power of the F-14, and could ensure an endless supply of parts and weapons from China,

, itself is a very impressive thing. If China can also provide mercenaries and send two early warning aircraft, then Iran's profit will be even greater.

For Qi Yiming, this is not a loss. First of all, the cost of the weapons he makes is almost nothing. He just digs across borders to get mineral resources from other countries. Even based on the production cost of an ordinary military factory, making a weapon at this time

The price of a JF-14 is US$6 million to US$8 million, while a Tomcat is close to US$40 million. Although second-hand goods have a certain discount, even if they are discounted by half, one F-14 is two FC-14s.

1 is more than 1. A ZDK-03 early warning aircraft currently costs 50 to 60 million U.S. dollars, and two aircraft are just over 100 million U.S. dollars. A batch of missiles totals about 100 million U.S. dollars, and the combined price is still

China has the upper hand.

Iran will not feel that it is at a disadvantage, because it has first solved the dilemma of the F-14, which has been declining year by year due to its use, the attendance rate has been reduced, and the weapons are insufficient. Weapons such as early warning aircraft and advanced fighter jets are all weapons that Iran cannot buy even if it wants to.

If I can get this thing this time, it will really be a big deal.

Nazar felt that Qi Yiming was so generous and felt that he could squeeze out some more benefits. Just as he was about to speak, Qi Yiming immediately interrupted him and said: "My words are very clear, this is who I am.

The bottom line is that 70 fighter planes will be replaced one to one, and excellent pilots from an aviation group will participate in the battle, plus two early warning aircraft. I will not pay another penny for this business, and because we have already paid enough, if we want to achieve

In the deal, Iran needs to pay the white-glove money in the middle. Let me reiterate that we really want to buy the F-14, but this does not mean that we are willing to be taken advantage of. The deal we proposed seems to me to be very fair and right.

Iran is helpful, and I hope Iran can consider it carefully. At the same time, I hope you will also remember that Iran is not our only choice. We can also purchase from the United States. In fact, 70 Tomcats are insufficient in themselves. No matter what, our country will buy them again.

The United States is looking to purchase a batch of F-14s.”

Sensing Qi Yiming's tough stance, Nazar could only express regret for this, and at the same time explained that he would work hard to mediate and reach a deal that was beneficial to both parties.

It was already midnight when Qi Yiming and Foreign Minister Wu Xuejian came out of the Iranian Embassy in China. Wu Xuejian didn't say a few words during the entire negotiation, but this great man was still very useful. Qi Yiming was very helpful to him.

He cupped his hands and said, "Thank you very much, Minister Wu, for your strong support this time. Without you, this business would not be smooth."

Wu Xuejian smiled humbly, patted Qi Yiming on the shoulder and said: "Xiao Qi is joking, I think if you don't engage in armaments, you will have a bright future in our diplomatic service. That Iranian ambassador is smart, but actually

You controlled the entire rhythm, and your negotiation skills, coupled with the diplomatic vision to come up with this matter, are things that many of our staff members do not possess."

Qi Yiming touched the back of his head shyly. He was from the business world, and negotiations were commonplace. He said to Wu Xuejian: "Actually, it's basically because we have a good hand.

, fighter jets, early warning aircraft and advanced weapons, and then we also held a handful of U.S. dollar bills. It would be really embarrassing to have a good hand and then play it badly."

Wu Xuejian took it seriously and said: "It is said that weak countries have no diplomacy. In fact, it is because weak countries do not have the cards to check and balance powerful countries. Xiao Qi was able to win this thing because we held good cards.

If we think about our diplomatic forefathers back then, they would not have been as lucky as we are now. So in the final analysis, we still have to develop our country."
Chapter completed!