Chapter 2277： Negotiation broke down one (1/2)
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”It's impossible.” Lan Xin decisively interrupted Lloyd George's speech. He believed that the British envoy was sincere when he said these words, and he also knew that there was some truth in these words. But even without considering the difficulty of the United States to persuade Germany to give up these rights, simply from being an American! Especially from the perspective of an American who experienced the Philippine War that year, Lloyd George's request is impossible to agree to! Because he believes that such punishment is far from enough for the British!
Let the British only have to bear 2 billion pounds in compensation and save Southern Africa? Haha, what did Britain lose in this war? It's just that barren place in North Africa! The 2 billion pounds of indemnity will definitely not hurt the British, and the rich output of the colony can quickly make up for these expenses. The British still have the potential to become the world's top power!
Why do Americans support Germany? Isn't it just to pull Britain off the horse? Why do Americans now extend an olive branch to the British? Isn't it because you are worried that Germany is doing too much? The Americans weakening Germany does not mean they are willing to give the British a chance to rise!
”As far as I know, before the Norwegian Sea Battle, your country has had relevant contacts with the German government. Is that true?” Lan Xin asked. ===”Recommended reading for new book: Taikoo God King” ===.
”Yes, there was indeed contact, and the initial conditions were put forward at that time.” Lloyd George nodded and admitted.
”Actually, one week after your country contacted Germany, we received a note from the German side about the outcome of this negotiation. The above also mentioned what the Germans want. And the attitude of the Germans.” Lanhin paused for a moment. Then he said: ”We have contacted the Germans and their attitude is very firm. They have repeatedly stated that unless there is a reversal situation in the war that is not conducive to the Germans, the compensation can only be high or not!”
”So does your country agree with the Germans' compensation claim, or is your country willing to watch Germany completely dismember the British Empire before coming to the United States?” Lloyd George asked.
”To be honest, the Germans' requirements are not excessive. Your country still retains the three important dominions of the South Asian subcontinent, the large colonies of Southeast Asia, Australia, Canada, and New Zealand. The Germans have well restricted their sphere of influence.”
”Dear Special Envoy, how do you think we will discuss another matter?” Looking at Lloyd George, whose face was already pale, Lan Xin didn't want to entangle a lot on this issue, so he decided to change the topic: ”In the future In 5 years, we will order a large number of military equipment and various resources from the United Kingdom, with a total value of no less than 5 billion US dollars! These huge orders can help your country recover very quickly. And we can also persuade the Germans to The repayment period and method will be adjusted.”
”A $5 billion order?” Lloyd George regained his spirit, but $5 billion is equal to £2 billion! This is very important for the recovery of the United Kingdom. After all, although the US industry is powerful and rich in materials, after all, it travels across oceans and consumes huge amounts. And some important materials, such as rubber, quinine used to treat malaria and other tropical disease drugs can only be imported from Southeast Asia under the control of the United Kingdom. Therefore, although the US$5 billion may be an exaggeration, if the Americans want it, then this is for the United Kingdom. The support is also very big! And the number of orders is limited. There are more British people, but fewer Germans.
”If you are willing to accept our terms, we can even sign the first batch of contracts worth 500 million US dollars within one month. We will purchase war supplies for your country, such as various aircraft. In this way , We can completely offset the impact of the German price increase. We will try to persuade Germany to cut some of the compensation.” Robert Lanhin said.
”Well, what are the conditions in your country?” Lan Xin's words really tempted Lloyd George. If such a generous order is only for trading rights and mining rights, or even some islands and colonies, then the British It can be agreed. If the Americans want it, it is also possible to sell Guinea and Sarawak to the United States after the war! These places can be discussed! At this moment, Lloyd George felt that the Anglo-American alliance was so close!