It is unimaginable for a country with a poor industry to develop its industry. Just look at India a hundred years from now and you will know that India is still a nuclear country, but all conventional weapons rely on imports. What is a defense industrial system?

It is a huge project, too big to be imagined.

The Hanyang Gun Factory is the largest arsenal in the country. It can’t even make a qualified spring and relies on imported raw materials. At best, it can be regarded as a semi-self-manufactured and assembled arsenal. The Hanyang factory was equipped by Germany before World War I.

Weapons were basically eliminated before the First World War, but they were still used in China until the end of the Anti-Japanese War. What is the reason? Without its own industrial system, even if the Republic of China government introduced the Mauser 1924, the output was pitifully small. The losses of the war were huge, and supplements

But it's very difficult.

People who are not in the position will never know the difficulty of doing things. It is always easy to use their words.

In this time and space, Fang Jianxiong defies all opinions and betrays his country. As long as foreign companies are willing to come in, anything can be discussed. To put it bluntly, this is considered a traitor. Just look at the Republic of China in history, 1911

to 193

7. The country's heavy industry has not developed at all, and they are all relying on the capital of the Qing Dynasty. Hanyang Chang, Shanghai Bureau, and Ning Bureau are all enterprises left over from the Qing Dynasty. It can be seen that a divided country wants to develop heavy industry.

It's all for nothing.

After the Revolution of 1911, the Republic of China, to be objective, still had some national vitality. If Yuan Shikai could concentrate on development after reunification, and then have the opportunity to fight, he might be able to catch up with some of the world's pace. Unfortunately, old Yuan wants to be emperor.

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It is difficult for a Westerner to understand how much national resentment has accumulated in the hearts of the Chinese people since the Opium War, and it is even harder for a Westerner to understand the root cause of Chinese civilization lasting for five thousand years. The Anti-Japanese War was a war between an industrial power and an agricultural country. Western countries

It was unanimously believed that Japan would win quickly, but what was the result? The Chinese resisted for eight years and waited until victory.

The Chinese nation has too many excellent qualities. As long as these qualities are stimulated and those in power do not act recklessly, national rejuvenation will not be an empty talk.

With many questions, Hausen got off the train at Hankou Railway Station, and was surprised to see many soldiers on guard at the railway station. The young commander of the National Defense Forces appeared between the human walls separated by the soldiers.

In front of Harhausen.

"Welcome, Your Excellency, Minister!" After a simple courtesy, Harhausen got into Fang Jianxiong's car and went directly to the Hankou garrison headquarters without crossing the river. In a simple office, Harhausen didn't hesitate much and immediately expressed

Your own intention.

"Your Excellency, Marshal, the German Imperial Government hopes to form an alliance with the Chinese government. I think this matter needs your help." In any case, what the Chinese government sees to the world is still a democratically elected government, although its essence is Fang Jianxiong's personal military dictatorship.

.A qualified diplomat would not make such a mistake.

"Alliance?" Fang Jianxiong was deeply shocked. This was an unexpected result. Yes, in 1907, the Germans sought a three-nation alliance between China and Germany, but the good news was ruined by the Japanese. Of course, there was also the confusion of the Qing government.

For internal reasons.

Fang Jianxiong has never thought about the alliance between China and Germany. This is related to historical knowledge. Germany's geographical location determines that it will inevitably be in a disadvantageous position in the future World War I. When a quick victory becomes impossible, wait for Germany's

There is only one way to defeat. It is not a question of the combat effectiveness of the German army, but of the national strength.

The problem. The navy that William II invested heavily in did not play its due role in the history of World War I. It just existed a fleet. Fang Jianxiong did not think that William II would change his attitude towards the German navy in this time and space.

So no huge German fleet could escape the fate of sinking in the end.

To form an alliance with a country that is doomed to defeat is an act of insanity or having your head caught in a door.

However, Fang Jianxiong needs Germany now, so he cannot react too directly. Therefore, it became inevitable to dwell in silence, appearing to be very serious, hesitant, and sticky, and used a "drag trick" to maximize the benefits of the Germans' help.

, Of course, this kind of help is not free. Germans are not fools.

Harhausen was not in a hurry, but exchanged a look with Andreas, and nodded slightly, indicating that he was moved by the world's largest warlord.

"Your Excellency, Minister, you have put me in a difficult position. This matter is really too big and I cannot give you an answer now. I can only say that I will carefully consider your suggestion." Fang Jianxiong finally said something, his attitude was ambiguous and his tone was ambiguous.

Vague. Based on Harhausen's experience in dealing with Chinese officials, this answer is already very unsubtle. It can be so certain that the actual controller of China was moved by the olive branch offered by Germany.

"Marshal, how long do you need to consider this issue?" Harhausen said very directly that he hoped to have a time limit. This was considered from his own perspective. There was a clear time so that he could explain to the country.

"Mr. Minister, with all due respect, it is difficult for me to make a decision in the short term. This matter is too big. I must communicate with the staff team and seek their opinions. Furthermore, China's internal environment is not yet stable, and the external environment is still unstable.

The pressure brought by the great powers is great. Germany is far away in Europe, and a hasty alliance will make our country's external environment even worse. I think,

Even forming an alliance requires a suitable time. Finally, I would like to express my personal views. I have a good impression of the German Empire. As long as it is something that China has and your country needs, I am willing to cooperate with your country.

If there must be a deadline, I think it should be within two years, and everything in this country will be on track."

The meaning of Fang Jianxiong's words is a bit cunning. It is foolish to talk about feelings between countries. Even if an alliance is formed, it cannot be broken. Isn't that what Italy does?

We must give the Germans hope and let them increase their efforts to seduce China, so that they can draw chestnuts from the fire. Anyway, when the European artillery fires next year, the Germans, after their illusions about quick victory are shattered, will take the initiative to seek an alliance with China.

When the time comes, it will be too late to refuse. As long as China’s strength increases, nothing will be a problem.

"Marshal, I am very grateful for your attitude. I think I don't have too many problems." Hahausen was very satisfied. Fang Jianxiong gave him two years and watched the delay. In fact, any dispute between two countries

Relationships are not achieved overnight. It definitely takes a long time to promote. Saying two years does not mean it must be two years. Once a suitable opportunity arises in the future, forming an alliance will actually be as short as signing the covenant.

"Your Excellency, Minister, I have something to tell the railway giants who have returned to China. The Chinese government has made up its mind to implement the policy of state-owned railways. The Guangdong-Han and Longhai railways will soon be built by the Ministry of Transport. Question

Yes, China has no money. There are two ways. First, use the railway as collateral to borrow from banks in your country. Second, entrepreneurs from your country can invest in China and cooperate in building these two railways. Specific cooperation can be based on

Based on the previous cooperation." Fang Jianxiong alone built two railways with a total length of several thousand kilometers. This is a very scary thing for the Germans.

Germany is only so big and has a dense railway network, but when it comes to the length of a railway, that is a patent of a big country. In previous cooperation, the Germans have obtained the right to build and operate many railways, and some of them have already started construction.

Chongqing Railway. The original pioneers who defended the road were not making trouble this time. Probably after experiencing the Revolution of 1911, many people are no longer so enthusiastic. Especially on the issue of the election of local congressmen in Sichuan, the right to speak is held by

In whose hands, this question is very important.

Politicians always look at issues from the perspective of interests. Personal emotions certainly play a role, but they are very small. It is more about finding common interests. The same is true for Sino-German relations. Britain and France occupy the vast majority of colonies in the world today.

, Germany and the United States, which came later, were not reconciled. Due to institutional relationships and geographical location, the Americans did not have enough market demand to launch a war. The current system of the United States in turn restricted the development of the military. Only

Germany has the strength to challenge the old order. Those with vested interests will not be willing to withdraw from their own interests. Germany, which was founded on militarism, will become inevitable if the existing interests are not satisfied.

The current Sino-German relations can also be seen as a provocation to the British Empire. The Yangtze River Basin is the traditional sphere of influence of the British. Through the gap of Fang Jianxiong, Germany and the United States have successfully penetrated into this area and made huge achievements.

There is no doubt about this, and the premise is based on Fang Jianxiong’s control of national power.

Harhausen took it for granted that the two railways proposed by Fang Jianxiong were sending a signal. This large-scale cooperation between China and Germany will inevitably attract the attention of other powers. Interestingly, the Americans are also involved.

Let the four countries, Britain, France, Japan and Russia, not dare to be too tough when it comes to dealing with China. After all, these two countries are only here to invest. The Chinese government has not announced a clear cooperation agreement with these two countries. It is too much.

Being tough will make these three countries unite to fight.

Harhausen became excited unconsciously. This was a successful message.

"Your Majesty, Marshal, I hope to get good news from you as soon as possible. I am deeply satisfied with this meeting."

"Your Excellency, Minister, if you are not busy returning to Beijing, please allow me to invite you to inspect the construction results of our Huangpi Special Economic Zone. I hope that after the inspection, more companies returning from China can settle down in China. There is a large enough market here.
Chapter completed!