The integration of British Airways this time is a matter of time. No country can support so many aircraft manufacturing companies. The existence of so many companies at the same time will inevitably cause internal friction in the British aviation industry. The final result will naturally be that no one makes money.
Some industries are naturally suitable for monopoly. The result of not having a monopoly is to undermine each other. If Pamela Mountbatten does not do this, the British government will take the lead in doing this in the future.
Not only the aviation industry, but in Alan Wilson's impression, the British automobile industry and shipbuilding industry were all merged through nationalization, and of course they were eventually sold by Thatcher.
Alan Wilson, who was about to leave for Basra, was still taking the time to replenish his strength. At the same time, he tried it here in Xiameng to see if it had any effect. He reached out to the familiar land of lush water and grass. The feedback was very satisfactory, "Personal hygiene."
pay attention."
"I know!" Xia Meng muttered in a low voice with a red face, "I'm really not used to it."
It was another night of experiencing exotic customs. After many days of living in the wine pool and the meat forest, Alan Wilson became in high spirits. He also got rid of foods such as oysters and leeks in his diet.
"It's good to know." Alan Wilson touched Xia Meng's belly with satisfaction and sighed, "Our child might be very promising."
Really? Xia Meng followed this idea and said in a dream, "Mr. Wilson, do you have any dreams? I used to really want to be a star, but now I find that even becoming a star is nothing in this world."
"Dream?" Alan Wilson was silent for a long time. It seemed that this question was very difficult for him. It took him a long time to answer hesitantly, "Maybe I am lucky and don't lack anything. I really have nothing to worry about. I hope
One day when I can no longer find the value of my existence, I will not be so old and feeble that I lose the ability to commit suicide. This is my dream."
Xia Meng was startled, and quickly hugged the man's arm and whispered, "Don't think so, there are still many things worth pursuing."
"That's true!" Although he replied like this, Alan Wilson had a confused look on his face. He was wondering whether what he just said was true to his heart. After thinking for a long time, he was sure that it was. He didn't want to be old and weak and be tortured by illness.
Just like nuclear bombs, having a gun but not using it and not grabbing it are completely different. Alan Wilson fell asleep with this answer. After a night, after breakfast, Alan Wilson kissed Xia Meng's forehead and said goodbye.
I will continue to live a life that balances public and private matters. On the public side, I will think about the situation in the UK and make preparations to deal with it.
Private affairs naturally revolve around ladies of the same status as wives, waiting for the convening of the Basra Conference.
When Edward Bridges, the former cabinet secretary and current director of the Mountbatten Group, calls him for something, he naturally does not dare to neglect it. Edward Bridges can help a lot with many things in the UK, and it is not because
Retirement means slacking off.
"Norman's health seems to be getting worse. I don't think he can persist until he retires at sixty-five like me." Edward Bridges poured a glass of whiskey for Alan Wilson, but he was talking about Norman.
Brooke.
"This?" Alan Wilson didn't know why, so he could only say, "Sir Norman may not pay attention to his self-cultivation."
"It doesn't matter whether he is well-educated or not. His desire for power is much greater than mine. His only hobby is to be a carpenter. Even if he is a few years younger, it would be very difficult for him to persist in this kind of work and rest." Edward Bridges said directly.
He took out a copy of Norman Brooke's medical file and said, "Norman seems to be making personnel adjustments to various departments under supervision. If my guess is correct, you will have a new position soon."
Alan Wilson did not take what he said to Edward Bridges seriously today, and a few days later, he was called to No. 70 Whitehall by Norman Brooke, "Alan, you must get a diplomatic job."
With the help of intelligence, you are now the Permanent Undersecretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. After discussions between me and the Prime Minister, it was decided that you would serve as the Secretary-General of the Joint Intelligence Committee."
"Since the national interest requires me to hold this position, I will naturally do my best." Alan Wilson was very shocked, but did not show it. He wanted to refuse, but fortunately he did not.
The Joint Intelligence Committee is one of the many committees that Norman Brooke personally serves. Of course, the Joint Intelligence Committee is very important. Alan Wilson can legitimately use British intelligence power.
Norman Brooke was slightly tired. This was completely different from the sequelae of Alan Wilson's rocket ride. It was a sign of excessive mental exertion. He mustered up his energy and ordered, "Your wife, Pamela, just caused
The aviation industry suffered an earthquake, do you know about this?"
"I know it now." Alan Wilson was very calm. He didn't think there would be any problems with this matter.
"It's a good thing. Although those two companies are also old military industrial companies, they are not worth 60 million pounds. The current competition among domestic airlines is fierce, and they will reach this point sooner or later. I also understand in my heart that these world wars
It is impossible for all companies that have grown to survive." Norman Brook nodded and said, "As an aviation power, we need the aviation industry to create jobs. It is gratifying that the Mountbatten family can do this."
"The Mountbatten family has indeed made great contributions to the country." Alan Wilson nodded in agreement, "I am very lucky."
"But this is not a reason for you to concurrently serve as the Secretary-General of the Joint Intelligence Committee." Norman Brooke chuckled, "For important departments, I like to use a small circle of assistants and keep them there for a long time. But we also need to consider civilized
It’s actually time to pass on the inheritance.”
Although Norman Brooke said it more obscurely, the implication is consistent with what Gerald Edward said. He is not prepared to retire at the age of sixty-five. This is entirely due to physical considerations.
This chapter is not finished yet, please click on the next page to continue reading the exciting content! For this reason, even though he is less than sixty years old, he has begun to consider the replacement of Whitehall. Alan Wilson is not the only candidate. How many candidates can he pass?
Years later, an absolutely decent successor was selected. "By the way, when the Six-Party Talks are held, the Prime Minister will make a trip to Africa, especially the African colonies."
"October? Because of the impact of the independence of French Africa?" Alan Wilson was a little surprised, and then immediately said, "I will immediately prepare information on African colonies and assessment reports from local leaders so that the Prime Minister's trip to Africa can be more
Smooth sailing.”
It is certain that the Prime Minister's trip to Africa is related to colonial independence, but Alan Wilson actually wants the Prime Minister to pay attention to British Guiana. There is no special reason, that is, it should be independent.
Is there any place in the world that is proud to be colonized? Of course there are, such as Guyana. French Guiana was still part of France in later generations. British Guiana only became independent in 1970, and Dutch Guiana’s independence was not until 1970.
It was 1975.
The entire Guyana region belongs to three countries, and its economy is second to none in all of Latin America. It is much better than the Latin American countries that have already become independent long ago. The problem is that Guyana, regardless of whether it is French, British or Dutch, is not willing to become independent at all.
Dutch Guiana was still a leader who made a boast, but the Dutch finally seized the opportunity to kick Guyana out and allow it to become independent. France did not seize this opportunity until the 21st century.
For this colony that has no gross value, Alan Wilson means to get rid of the burden quickly. Some islands can also be used as offshore financial centers. Guyana is obviously a group of great people.
"I will send MI6 intelligence agents to Guyana to investigate. If the investigation reveals that the locals want to rely on the British and not be independent, it means that the situation is really serious." In front of Norman Brooke, Alan Wilson said
took his first action as Secretary General of the Joint Intelligence Committee.
The French were just a step behind the British and the Dutch, which resulted in French Guiana being in trouble. By the 1970s, the people of French Guiana discovered that the countries after the independence of the colonies were still in poverty, and they were still glorious French people.
Better.
"Oh, if I remember correctly, this should be the first time I have heard you so sincerely hope for the independence of a colony." Norman Brooke laughed dumbly, "You are the Secretary-General of the Joint Intelligence Committee, of course you can be one of your responsibilities.
Anything within, but how are you going to do it?”
"Create public opinion that Guyana does not want independence, and then force it to become independent." Alan Wilson answered, "This shows that Britain has changed its attitude on the colonial issue. Now is the time, otherwise there may be trouble after a long time.
"
Alan Wilson remembered that Dutch Guiana was not independent. In the end, the Netherlands even agreed to a series of free grants to make Dutch Guiana independent. It would be better to get rid of this psoriasis as soon as possible to feel at ease.
After leaving No. 70 in Whitehall, Alan Wilson, who had just taken up his post as Secretary-General of the British Joint Intelligence Committee, met with Richard White, the head of MI6, hoping that MI6 would give it a try after he took office.
Prove your ability.
"Alan, I thought you were going to do something in Iran." Richard White breathed a sigh of relief, "It turned out to be such a small thing."
"White, don't think it's simple. The economy in South America is generally not good. If a large part of Guyanese don't want to be independent, that will be Britain's trouble. We must be better than the Dutch and the French can move faster." Allen
Wilson spoke solemnly and quickly evacuated the British troops from Guyana. So many colonies in Africa needed to be replenished.
Britain's valuable colonies have all become independent. What is the purpose of keeping this worthless colony in its hands?
"Okay, leave it to me, don't worry." Richard White could only nod. Are there any colonies that don't pursue independence? He would know after a secret investigation.