Chapter 2669： Bargain two (1/2)
”Hehe, it's really a technology that we don't use.” Duff glanced. The Italians wanted British technical information on large-caliber naval guns, engine samples and drawings, large-scale marine gas turbines and tank gasoline engines, and they wanted to obtain hydrophones for several submarines and destroyers from Britain! The terms of trade are about import and export tariffs. On the whole, although it is a bit uncomfortable, it is not harsh. The Italians seem to have taken care of the feelings of the British, and some technical things are paid for transfer!
”But I also want to say, Your Excellency is too much! There is a word that is too much to say, this sentence is undoubtedly the most appropriate for your country!” Duff put the catalog aside, and said: ”Even if we are in some future The field will be restricted, but this does not mean that some countries can obtain these precious technologies at a slight price. As for the trade preferences of colonies, this is even more impossible.”
”Your Excellency, I think we both have a misunderstanding about the current situation. The Germans want Italy to sell the warships to the Japanese. That is to say, whether we interfere or not, whether you sell the warships to the Americans or your own use, the Germans. Will be unhappy, and this unhappiness will translate into actual punishment.”
”In the British Empire, we hope that your country will sell warships to the Japanese, but this is a necessary condition rather than a sufficient condition. If this deal fails, we will regret it. The Japanese may be lost, but they will not be because This little thing is against us. Therefore, we don't have to pay too high a price for this transaction.” Duff pointed to the document just provided by the Duke of Abruzzi. ”This condition is impossible.”
”So, here, I will inform your country of our bottom line! We will sell an unfinished Fury-class battleship to you in the name of a disused warship. Of course, this warship has already installed part of the power system. The country will use the accessories we provide to complete this battleship and then sell it to the Japanese. With the arrival of this battleship, your country can obtain the blueprints and related technologies for the Fury-class battleship.” Duff said.
”Other aspects are aviation engines, marine gas turbines, batteries and diesel engines. These are your country's restrictions. If your country and Italy cooperate, then your country can bypass these restrictions,” the Duke said.
”Thank you, no need.” Duff replied very simply. ”Whether you agree to be completely in your country, if you and the Italian government think it is possible, you can contact me again.” Duff got up and left. The thoughtful Duke of Abruzzi was left behind.
”The British have a tough attitude. They don't want to have anything to do with us. He rejected our proposal for industrial technology cooperation and business cooperation.” The next day, the Duke of Abruzzi came to the Italian Prime Minister Antonio Salandra. The mansion reported the relevant situation to the latter.
”The English are still very arrogant.” Antonio shook his head involuntarily. Even though Britain has declined, it is not something Italy can handle! Even if the British Royal Navy has been weakened to the limit by the Germans, it can still sling the Italian Navy. Let alone other aspects.
”So are the two warships we are outfitting now sold to Japan or to the United States? The Germans, the British and even the French may all want us to sell to Japan. If they are sold to the United States, I think we may get the United States. Human friendship and support.” the Duke asked.
”Actually, this choice is not difficult to make. The United States is still weaker than Germany and Austria. Maybe their economy and industry are large, but their fists are too soft. And we are almost close to Germany and Austria. Now there is none in Europe. We can stop the power of Germany and Austria. And we chose to be neutral in the war. Germany and Austria were very resentful. And our relationship with Austria has never been harmonious. At this time, Germany and Austria are all in Europe. When shivering, when the Americans are still struggling in the Pacific. Is it really difficult to make a choice?” Antonio asked.