Chapter 294

It is difficult to get money from the US imperialists. This truth has been known to Fang Jianxiong for a long time. Between countries, what matters is interests. The US imperialists have their own national interests, and China has China's interests. As long as the conflict of interests is not serious,

At that time, cooperation was the mainstream. Historically, the U.S. imperialist country has no shortage of politicians with long-term strategic vision. When many signs of threats to U.S. interests first appeared, the U.S. imperialists had already made arrangements in advance to either suppress or

Suppress.

For Fang Jianxiong, luckily the current American empire is not the same as it was after World War II. The world leader during this period was the United Kingdom, and the United States' efforts to shake Britain's world hegemony were often roundabout in their methods.

Behind the Sino-US Joint Command, it is definitely not that simple. The first is the command authority of the expeditionary force, which the US military definitely wants. On this issue, Fang Jianxiong will not compromise and agreed to the Americans and the French.

How to explain? In addition, there is a loan of US$500 million, whether it is a one-time payment or installment. There are many variables here.

"First, in principle, we agree to strengthen cooperation between China and the United States. Specific military cooperation needs to be decided after further consultations between the two militaries. Second, the prerequisite for Sino-US cooperation is equality and mutual assistance, not a relationship of subordination."

These two points should be very clear. Since the United States is willing to deepen cooperation, let's talk about it first. Anyway, now that the expeditionary force has retreated and recuperated, and the US military has not yet begun to land in France, there is enough time to talk. Of course, from the United States

Looking at this issue from the Army's perspective, they are more urgent. The U.S. Army has no experience in large-scale combat, let alone combat experience with the world's largest army. The cruelty of the war has been fully reported by U.S. Army observers.

The experience of the Chinese Expeditionary Force is needed. Once the joint operations are carried out, the Chinese Expeditionary Force, which has proven itself on the battlefield as a partner, will undoubtedly be a guarantee of victory for the US military.

Politicians often don't tell the truth, and Fang Jianxiong is no exception. Of course, the good things Americans want to do cannot be allowed to succeed.

In principle, if the two armies negotiate to unify, then let's talk about it. After leaving Fang Jianxiong's place, Ryans quickly reported it. Soon the United States responded that Stilwell, the military attache stationed in China, would lead the negotiations with the Chinese side.

The US military is very anxious. After all, the casualties in this world war will definitely not be small, and they should be reduced as much as possible. The political system in the United States is so bad that citizens take to the streets to protest at every turn. During World War II, even the B26, a bomber as good as the B26, was used by citizens.

Protests withdraw from the equipment sequence. Therefore, ordinary citizens are often very reluctant to use their brains. The fundamental reason why the American bombers suffered heavy casualties during World War II was the result of the lack of long-range fighter escort. Your protest against bombers is useless.

, obviously not on point.

The negotiations started quickly. Fang Jianxiong was still in Shanghai, so Stilwell took a group of people to the Ministry of National Defense and started formal negotiations. Naturally, the Chinese representative could not be Jiang Fangzhen, just sending someone with the rank of colonel would be enough.

The last person to negotiate was Major General Duan Feng, the person in charge of the General Logistics Department, who was very considerate to the American emperor.

Stilwell soon realized how difficult Duan Feng was, and the negotiations reached a deadlock at the beginning. Quite simply, Duan Feng resolutely rejected the request that the Chinese Expeditionary Force be commanded by the US military, and instead defined the relationship as a necessary condition.

Of course, Stilwell could not agree to cooperate with the US military in combat, and then he explained his own reasons.

Duan Feng didn't make much sense, but the first one made Stilwell's head grow bigger. It's very simple. The Chinese Expeditionary Force's equipment and supplies are all paid for by the French government. Why should they obey the command of the US military? So it's still

Let's convince the French government first.

It’s not that the U.S. military doesn’t know this. Otherwise, how could it have informed France in advance and then turned back to talk to China after hitting a wall?

The first question on the negotiating table forced Steve to say: "The U.S. government is willing to provide loans to the Chinese government. The minister has communicated with the chairman of your country in advance about this matter."

Duan Feng replied: "What the U.S. government provides is a loan, not an aid. The loan requires interest payments, and we do not owe the U.S. government anything. If Mr. Stilwell's attitude is Mr. Stilwell's attitude towards Sino-U.S. cooperation, I don't think there is any need to continue the discussion.

Already."

The negotiations reached a deadlock on the first day. The U.S. military demanded that China and the United States form a coalition force, and the command authority would be held by the U.S. military. The Chinese side simply said that there was no need to talk about forming a coalition force, as there was no practical possibility. It would be better to talk about other cooperation.

Way.

Breaking up on bad terms is inevitable!

Shanghai, the Shanghai branch of the American Dodge Company, according to Chinese customs, firecrackers, lion dances, and gong and drum troupes are all indispensable. The person in charge of the Dodge Minister in China is called Bobby. In the past two years, Dodge has become an American enterprise in China.

The most successful corporate model. When the first truck came off the assembly line, the scene immediately became lively.

Bobby stood next to Fang Jianxiong with a smile on his face. His mood couldn't be better. The Chinese are very considerate. The annual output of the Shanghai branch is 1,500 vehicles. Bobby is very smart and cooperates with the requirements of the Chinese government.

With such a decision to subcontract a large number of supporting products to Chinese companies, Dodge Company in China

The three branches in China produce 5,000 trucks annually, all of which are underwritten by the Chinese government. This kind of business is really easy to do. The main technical strength of Dodge's branches in China is used in car chassis and gearboxes. Others

The accessories can be made by the Chinese, and the cost is twice as low as those made in the United States, so the profits are naturally much higher.

The Chinese government is really good to these companies that are willing to cooperate with China.

"Mr. Bobby, I think Dodge can develop a car with a load capacity of five tons." Fang Jianxiong said to Bobby next to him casually, and Bobby's ears immediately stood up. Based on his experience in China, Fang Jianxiong said this

A word from a big shot can often determine a lot of things.

"Dodge Company is very willing to strengthen cooperation with China, and the five-ton truck should be launched soon." Bobby responded cautiously. Because of his outstanding work performance in China, Bobby's status in Dodge Company is getting stronger day by day.

"The core technology of a car is the engine and chassis. I suggest that your company can produce the engines needed for five-ton trucks in Shanghai or other suitable places." Fang Jianxiong expressed his opinion calmly, Bobby wrote in

In my heart, I said very implicitly: "This is not within my scope of authority."

At this stage, Dodge's gasoline engine factory in Shanghai can basically meet the usage of 2.5-ton trucks. Fang Jianxiong's meaning is very clear. He hopes that Dodge will increase its efforts in China. This is of course what Bobby wants to see.

But there are some things that he should not say nonsense. Some relatively advanced technologies are not allowed to be imported into China by the U.S. government.

After attending the roll-off ceremony of the Dodge Company's Shanghai branch, Fang Jianxiong returned to Beijing. As soon as he arrived in the capital, he received a report that the Sino-US military negotiations had reached a deadlock. Before he could deal with the matter, Zhao Hao arrived.

When Zhao Hao met Fang Jianxiong, he didn't feel too uneasy. On the Japanese side, the Military Intelligence Bureau had been keeping a close eye on him.

"Why didn't Sun protect the Dharma in Japan? In the eyes of Fang Jianxiong's attitude, Zhao Hao stepped forward, lowered his head and said solemnly: "Fu Shuai, Sun initiated the Dharma Protector in Yokohama, and there were only a few people who responded. His followers are only one or two, which is not enough.

Fear. According to research, the domestic Democratic Party is quite critical of this matter. Among the most fierce opponents is Wang Jing

Wei, Xiong Kewu, Ju Zheng, Li Liejun, and Hu Hanmin was the only supporter. When the Democratic Party met at its headquarters in Shanghai, the two sides were very unhappy. Xiong Kewu slammed the table and wanted to withdraw from the Democratic Party, but Li Liejun stopped him to calm it down.

People who came from the Democratic Party quit the Democratic Party one after another when they learned about Dharma Protector Sun's initiative in Japan."

Fang Jianxiong felt much better when he heard this. Sure enough, Sun was unpopular. "Who is following Sun now?"

"There won't be much time to return to Fushuai. Now it's mainly some Japanese who are making noise around Sun. According to reports from Japan, Sun and the Black Dragon Society are very close. If Fushuai feels it is necessary, he can take a humble position..." Zhao Hao said.

With a gesture of wiping his neck, Fang Jianxiong snorted and said nothing. He turned around and walked back to the desk to sit down. He muttered: "Just keep an eye on them and don't let them return to the country. If they return to the country, don't ask for permission and just do it."

"

Zhao Hao's expression changed slightly, and his heart trembled, knowing that Marshal Fang had murderous intentions. "I understand, I understand! I have a suggestion, why don't I do some surgery on some Japanese first."

Fang Jianxiong glanced at him, raised his eyebrows and said, "Are you sure? Don't make unnecessary sacrifices. Only take action if you can escape unscathed."

Zhao Hao said: "Beizhi understands. Beizhi will go back and prepare now."

After sending Zhao Hao away, Fang Jianxiong's face gradually turned cold. He stood up and stood in front of the window, looking in the direction of the sea to the east, his back as frozen as a statue.

There was a knock on the door, and Fang Jianxiong said without turning around: "Come in." It was Lu Bicheng who opened the door and came in.

"Fu Shuai, General Cai of the Expeditionary Force called to express his opposition to the joint operation between China and the United States." Fang Jianxiong turned around and took the telegram, read it carefully and threw it on the table. Cai E's opinion was very clear, the U.S. Army's combat effectiveness is not good, and he is worried

Blind command.

In fact, no matter how much money the United States pays, Fang Jianxiong will not agree to the formation of a coalition between China and the United States. In fact, the U.S. government is very clear that the possibility of a coalition between China and the United States is zero, but it must be mentioned this way. The United States must do at least one thing

, the Chinese Expeditionary Force will fully cooperate with the US military in operations when the US military needs it. In short, this is the purpose of the US military to win over China and compete with Britain and France.

After the negotiations between the Chinese and American militaries reached a deadlock in Beijing, the U.S. government responded quickly. U.S. Commander-in-Chief Pershing rushed to France to contact the expeditionary force and negotiate with the British and French militaries.

As countries compete for dominance in the war, China maintains a soy sauce attitude. On the one hand, it expresses its willingness to cooperate with the US military in combat, and on the other hand, it emphasizes that the friendship between China and France is deep.

Well, politicians are shameless! The dispute continued until October, when the US military began to land in France. Negotiations between China and the United States finally reached a relatively vague result. (To be continued. Please search Piao Tian Literature, novels are better
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