Campo has never thought about buying battleships from China. This kind of thing sounds a bit ridiculous. Ten years ago, China was still a public colony, an amusement park for various great powers to take risks. Although China has gradually become independent in recent years, and since
The aircraft carrier they built has also been launched, but no one knows exactly how good the Chinese shipbuilding technology is.
Being able to meet Chen Jing is just a courtesy. After all, this is a representative of a large Eastern country. In addition, he bought some aircraft from China, and their performance is indeed good. He cannot but give this face. Campo casually took Chen Jing
Jing opened the document handed over, but as soon as he glanced at it, a light suddenly flashed in his eyes.
Seeing Campo's appearance, Chen Jing was also secretly proud. It was obvious that he had struck a chord in Campo's heart. Chile is a country that God has been very kind to. Although the country is long and narrow, it is rich in resources, including forests and fishing grounds.
What's more important is that it has the largest copper mine in the world. In addition, Chile's saltpeter reserves are also quite amazing. The nitrate industry is also an important economic source.
Before Chen Jing came here, he did a lot of homework and knew where Chile's demand lies. Their nitrate industry relies entirely on American capital and technology, and most of it is produced and sold to the United States. Anyone with a discerning eye knows that there are huge consequences in this.
There are risks, but the Chileans have no choice. They do not have the strength and capital to get rid of the control of the United States.
China, on the other hand, has given them a brand new option. China will provide technology and equipment to assist Chile in developing its nitrate industry. Unlike the Americans, China only requires a 40% stake. Moreover, it can also share technology.
In addition, China can also open its market.
This is equivalent to giving Chileans a brand new choice. It is much more favorable than American companies. This alone can bring Chile at least about 3 million US dollars in profits a year. For a small country, it is definitely
Exciting stuff.
Campo originally said he would only give Chen Jing five minutes, but when he saw the cooperation plan, he read it for ten minutes before asking: "Mr. Chen, does China have the ability to provide the same nitrate equipment as the United States?
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"Of course there is no problem, and maybe it will be better than the American stuff."
Campo suddenly looked disdainful and said coldly: "I am a soldier, and what I hate most is telling lies. If you think you can make me believe it by bragging and deceiving, this is impossible."
"Of course I won't lie. You must have heard of Red Triangle Soda Ash, right?"
When Campo heard this, he immediately showed a surprised look. He couldn't help but ask: "Is this your Chinese product?"
"Of course, our country's chemist Mr. Hou Debang has explored a new joint alkali production method, which has greatly reduced production costs and improved the utilization efficiency of raw materials. The Wynn Factory is an epitome of our country's chemical industry. In terms of technical level, it will never lag behind the United States.
Together."
When Chen Jing said this, he was full of confidence. Indeed, the chemical industry is an industry that is developing relatively quickly in China. Initially, Zhang Tinglan invited Fan Xudong to the three northeastern provinces to establish the initial chemical industry foundation.
After Hou Debang and others joined, Fan Xudong's industry expanded rapidly, and due to the rapid expansion of the military industry, the demand for acid and alkali also increased linearly. At this time, a large number of chemical plants appeared in the three eastern provinces, and then during the First Five-Year Plan period, the chemical industry was also a focus.
development projects.
Moreover, there were several very favorable circumstances for China during this period. First, overseas Chinese returned in large numbers, bringing back a large number of talents and technologies; second, after Germany's defeat, the economy was in decline and a large number of professionals were unemployed. You must know
Germany is the country with the strongest chemical industry in the world. China immediately seized the opportunity, recruited a large number of talents, and also updated all its equipment.
Then there is Russia. The revolution of the majority party actually caused a new reshuffle in Russia. A large number of scientists and senior technicians all fled Russia. Many of them gathered in the Far Eastern Empire, and the Far Eastern Empire was in the hands of China.
, so it becomes very easy to recruit these talents.
With the injection of talents from these three parties, China's chemical industry has developed rapidly. Basically, its production capacity can fully meet domestic needs, and it is also sold to foreign countries.
In particular, Hou Debang also improved the alkali production method. Previously, the world used the ammonia-alkali method invented by the Belgian Solvay. In order to block the technology, Western countries established Solvay trade unions to prevent the leakage of technology.
However, this method also has problems such as low salt utilization and difficulty in processing waste residue and liquid. Hou Debang conducted a lot of experiments and finally successfully developed a joint alkali production method, combining ammonia plants and alkali plants for joint production, making the salt utilization more efficient.
The efficiency has increased from 70% to 96%, and the waste generated can also be used to produce fertilizers.
This initiative was a shock to the world's chemical industry. Originally, Westerners blocked China's technology, but things have changed and the Chinese have newer and better methods. Instead, they have to go to the Chinese and buy patent licenses.
This incident can be called a microcosm of the pride of China's chemical industry. After ten years of hard work, China may still have a gap in top-notch chemical products, but China is by no means lagging behind in the production of basic equipment such as nitrate, and it already has the equipment to export it.
Technical capabilities.
Campo listened patiently to Chen Jing's introduction, with a thoughtful look on his face. At this time, Chen Jing knew that he had to continue to add some points to him, so he said: "Mr. President, during the warship production process, your country's
Technical workers are involved throughout the process, and we can even assist your country in establishing its own shipbuilding industry. You must know that Argentina and Brazil both have this plan, but they have failed. Once Chile can take the lead, Chile's navy will definitely dominate South America in the future.
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"Are you really willing to provide technology?" Campo was also completely impressed and asked in surprise.
Chen Jing nodded without hesitation: "There is no problem. The shipbuilding industry is a big industry that can solve the employment problem of thousands of people. Your country has rich resources and huge potential for shipping demand. I believe that if the president can do it
With this, your status in the hearts of voters will skyrocket."
Campo was indeed tempted by what he said. He lowered his head and thought for a long time, but finally shook his head: "Mr. Chen, the conditions provided by your country are very generous, and I can't help but be tempted. But what we need this time is
The warship is a super-dreadnought. With all due respect, if your country had mature shipbuilding experience, I would choose your country without hesitation. But so far, your country has not launched a single battleship.
An adventure.”
Chen Jing wanted to say something else, but Campo waved his hand: "Mr. Chen, our two countries may explore other possibilities for economic cooperation, but don't tie it to warships."
After saying that, Campo turned and left, leaving Chen Jing alone. The joints on his fists had turned white. After all, China still had no experience, which became the most fatal problem.
It's hard to believe.
Chen Jing left the ball dejectedly and returned directly to the hotel. At this time, Yao Yimin was already waiting in the living room. Seeing that Chen Jing was a little lonely, Yao Yimin said, "Isn't the situation going well?"
"Well, the Chileans insist that we have no construction experience. In fact, if it were me, I wouldn't be willing to be the guinea pig. I'm afraid our trip would be in vain."
Yao Yimin also sighed and couldn't help but said: "Actually, experience is not a problem at all. The plan we designed this time mainly referred to the German Baden-class battleship. I participated in the dismantling of the Baden. In addition, we have
Germany has obtained a complete set of blueprints. And the Germans are ready to make a move. They are not willing to accept that the navy will always be restricted. We can directly involve German engineers and practice using other people's warships. They will be very happy."
China and Germany are tied together. Of course, there will be no problem of inexperience. It is also very interesting to talk about it. China wants to use Chile to practice, and at the same time, China wants Germany to use itself to practice. This kind of cooperation model is also used in the world.
I'm afraid it's unique.
Chen Jing smiled bitterly and shook his head: "Our cooperation with Germany is conducted in secret, so we can't just shout about it!"
The two of them looked at each other and had no idea. They sat in silence for a long time. Suddenly, an attaché ran in and delivered an invitation. This invitation was sent by Baker, the head of the Italian delegation. When he saw the invitation, Chen Jing was stunned.
Suddenly my eyes lit up, maybe the breakthrough is here.
He suddenly stood up, grabbed the invitation, and left the hotel with a quick stride...
Among the bidding teams from various countries, the most promising ones are the United States and Britain. They have been shouting at each other for a long time and want to snatch this piece of cake. As Americans who regard the Americas as their back garden, they are quite repulsive to the United Kingdom and do not want them at all.
Get involved.
Chile has already handed over the first dreadnought to the United Kingdom, so we cannot let them get the second one! Except for these two countries, representatives from other countries show little interest. They also know that there is little hope, so they are just soy sauce.
Half a month after arriving in Chile, the first round of bidding began. As expected, the United States and the United Kingdom advanced smoothly, while Japan and France were excluded. These were all expected.
But one country's performance surprised everyone, and that was China! The Chinese delegation's plan was also successfully promoted, but this time the plan had been changed. It was jointly proposed by China and Italy, and the two countries conducted a
Unprecedented integration.
The most criticized thing about China is the issue of experience. But by bringing Italy over, this shortcoming was immediately made up for. Moreover, the joint plan between the two countries has a 20% discount in price. Compared with the United States and the United Kingdom, which only use cash
Some warships are slightly modified, and the plan you like is more careful.
It has a full load displacement of 32,000 tons and is equipped with four twin-mounted 380mm main guns. It has excellent seaworthiness and protection capabilities. Its maximum speed can reach 28 knots and its maximum cruising range exceeds 10,000 nautical miles.
After seeing these indicators, everyone in the Chilean military couldn't help but exclaimed that this was the warship they needed!
PS: There was a problem with the network, so I borrowed a wireless device to send it. Sorry for the delay...