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The Chinese government toughly revoked Shanghai Customs, which caused an uproar. However, the Chinese government had already forcibly revoked all the privileges of France and Russia in China, which surprised all countries. The Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs received a lot of
There were no substantial measures against China. After that, China gradually took back customs from various places, and the General Administration of Customs under the Ministry of Finance to uniformly manage customs in various places. This made China's fiscal revenue greatly
Growth. At the same time, by adjusting tariffs, the development of domestic national industries can also be protected.
The British ambassador to China, Juerdian, was naturally very dissatisfied, but in the face of China's toughness, there was no other way. He had to pinch his nose and accept it. Afterwards, Wu Tingfang interviewed Juerdian many times, demanding the revocation of British privileges in China.
However, all of them were strongly rejected by Juerdian. Juerdian insisted that unless China defeats Britain, Britain will never give up these privileges.
In this regard, China had to temporarily relax its persecution against Britain. Now that the war against Britain is going to begin, China does not have much chance of winning. Especially in the navy, before the new "Chinese-class" battleships were put into service, China did not defeat Britain and deploy in Asia.
The strength of the navy. Therefore, China had to endure it. However, there is less than a year before the "Chinese-class" battleship is launched, and China only needs to endure it. The current forbearance is for the future
A better outbreak. Once China wins the next war, China will become a world power. At that time, any unequal treaty will be completely abolished.
However, at this time, in the face of China's aggressiveness, the British also took countermeasures. After China strongly revoked customs, the British took action. Japanese Prime Minister Hirofumi Ito (this is the third time Ito Hirofumi has come to power to form a cabinet.
), US President William McKinley, Russian Prime Minister Sergei Witt, and French President Francois Philip Fower were invited to visit the UK. Among them, Hirobuki Ito, the farthest distance, was on January 15, 1898
Arriving in London, Hirofumi Ito was warmly welcomed by British Prime Minister Marquis Salisbury. Obviously, this has caused uneasiness in Britain because of China's aggressiveness. Britain invited these people who have hatred and celebrated the festival with China.
The country defends Britain in order to deal with China.
That night, the Marquis of British Prime Minister Salisbury held a grand welcome banquet at the Prime Minister's House. And to the surface, the Queen Victoria of Britain met them the next day, which allowed the leaders of several powerful countries who visited Britain to visit.
, very excited. Britain is the world's largest country. Although the Queen of England is just a symbol, they are also the noblest monarch now. They are deeply honored to be received by the Queen of England.
Not only the British cabinet members attended the dinner that day, but all the powerful figures of the British Army and Navy also attended the banquet, and the atmosphere was very warm. The British Prime Minister Marquis Salisbury undoubtedly became the star of the dinner.
This is his third time to form a cabinet. At the same time, he also served as the British Foreign Secretary, and he is the most powerful person in Britain.
"His Excellency President McKinley, I personally feel deeply sympathetic to your country's failure last year. However, I have to point out that your country's naval strength is too weak to match your country's strong industrial level at all.
, This made the cunning Chinese win!" British Prime Minister Marquis Salisbury held a wine glass and talked cordially with President William McKinley.
"Yes, Prime Minister, our country has not paid much attention to military equipment before, so it has resulted in this bitter fruit. However, this also makes us understand the importance of military equipment. Now, the entire United States of America has united, we
A large number of battleships were launched. In the next war, we will definitely be able to avenge our previous shame!” President William McKinley's face was a little unnatural, but his tone was firm. The United States was established from the British colony and has always been
, the relationship with the UK is not very good. Now, in order to fight against China's rise, the UK has voluntarily put forward an olive branch, and of course the United States will not refuse.
"That's right, that's it. Your Excellency the President knows that the design level of our country's naval and warships is the world's leading. If the United States needs it, we can export some key technologies to the United States. Of course, the United States needs to pay a certain amount of money
.After all, we have made a lot of investment in developing these technologies!” said the British Prime Minister Marquis Salisbury.
"Of course! The United States is very willing to accept the help of the United Kingdom. For these advanced military technologies in your country, we will buy them from your country at a satisfactory price!" President William McKinley's eyes lit up. Between last year and China
After the failure of the military conflict, the US Navy also summarized it. The reasons are nothing more than two aspects. One is the performance of warships and the other is the quality of naval soldiers. With the strength of the United States, it is difficult to have the performance of warships in a short period of time.
To improve, advanced technology is required. The quality of naval soldiers needs to be cultivated through continuous training. Now, Britain intends to export some technology to the United States, which naturally makes President McKinley overjoyed.
.The British navy is the world's number one, and the design technology of warships is naturally the strongest in the world. If we get help from British technology, the level of American warships will definitely be greatly improved, and it will be even more important to defeat China at that time.
It's certain. Although President William McKinley knew they would pay a lot of money for it, it seemed to him that it was totally worth it.
"Then, I wish us success!" said the British Prime Minister Marquis Salisbury with a smile.
After the two of them had a drink, they separated with a smile, looking for others to continue talking. This dinner was such an opportunity.
"His Excellency President Fore, I am so happy to see you!" After seeing French President François Ferienn Fore, the British Prime Minister, the Marquis of Salisbury, walked over.
"Hello, Prime Minister!" President Fore said hello with a smile. Although there are such contradictions between Britain and France in many aspects, when Germany rises in Europe and China suppresses its rise, it has caused serious consequences to the interests of the two countries respectively.
After the threat, the two quickly came together. From this we can see that national interests are the most important.
"President Fore, it is difficult for me to accept your country's defeat in the Far East. I think your country's attitude should be tougher at that time!" said the Marquis of Foxalsbury, the British Prime Minister.
"France has not become as powerful as the British navy, so we have to choose to retreat temporarily. However, the pressure on your country should be very high now!" President Fore also said. Now, besides Britain, other people
All countries have to give up their interests in China, but only Britain is stubborn and persistent. Britain has faced great pressure to hold on like this.
"Of course, however, we will not retreat. Our country's cabinet has decided to send more powerful warships to the Far East and Asia again at the right time. The interests of the British Empire must not be discarded!" Thor said
The Marquis of Zbury said toughly.
"I appreciate your country's actions!" Faul said. He even wondered whether France could take the opportunity to get some bargain if the war broke out between Britain and China in the Far East.
"His Excellency the President, the Chinese are our common enemy. I believe that our United Kingdom can unite so that we can defeat China and ensure the interests of our countries!" said the Marquis of Salisbury.
"Yes, I think so too. We should have done this long ago!" President Fore said deeply.
"Then, let's see us next. Cheers!" The Marquis of Salisbury smiled.
"Cheers!" President Fore also smiled.
With a "ding" sound, the two wine glasses clinked together.
"His Excellency Prime Minister Ito, the warships built by your country in our country will be completed in the second half of this year. At that time, your navy will once again become an important force in the Far East!" The Marquis of Salisbury said to Hirofumi Ito.
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"Everything is the help of British friends. On behalf of His Majesty the Emperor, I would like to thank Britain for its help to our country!" Hirofumi Ito immediately bent his waist to ninety degrees.
"His Excellency Ito, our two countries have common interests and goals, and it is also appropriate to help each other!" said the Marquis of Salisbury with a smile.
"Yes, the evil China is threatening the world, and we have the obligation to defeat them!" Hirobuki Ito immediately said. Because of the last miserable defeat, Japan lost everything and owed huge foreign debts. Now Japan is in every year
The fiscal revenue and interest cannot be paid back, which makes Japan owed more and more foreign debts. If Japan cannot defeat China and gain huge benefits from China, Japan will be at risk of collapse.
"However, China is becoming more and more powerful. According to the information we have obtained, the Chinese are also building new warships. Therefore, it is still difficult for Japan to defeat China!" said the Marquis of Salisbury.
"I'll ask the support of the UK!" Hirofumi Ito bent down deeply once again.
"Of course, that's why I invite you to visit the UK in order to unite everyone's strength and jointly deal with China's lifting. In this way, we can win!" Salisber said.
"Japan will obey the Prime Minister's orders!" Hirobuki Ito was very obedient. Because he knew that if Japan wanted to defeat China, it would be inseparable from the support of Britain. Although this feeling of being controlled made him very unhappy
, but he had no other way.
The Marquis of Salisbury was also very satisfied with Hirofumi Ito's performance. In his vision, Japan would become a dog raised by Britain in the Far East.
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