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Holding a pen, Frank, the executive undersecretary of the Ministry of Finance, said, "The Breston Forest system is essentially supported by gold. I don't believe that the United States will risk losing thousands of tons of gold reserves and fight us to the end. One Iran, is it worth it?"

"What does our Chancellor of the Exchequer think?" Norman Brook asked, "There must be an explanation for any exchange rate fluctuations."

Rabo Butler is the current Chancellor of the Exchequer. After losing the election after the war, the Conservative Party promulgated the "Agricultural Charter" and other documents, and formally agreed with the Labor Party's policy of implementing a nationalized mixed economy and building a welfare state. Eliminated the differences with the Labor Party in terms of policy, greatly changed the image of the Conservative Party in the minds of British voters, and won the support of many workers.The reform has been dubbed a Tory painless forever facelift.

"The goblin of Zurich, shameful attack on the pound." Frank took out the words of the former Labor Party minister, Harold Wilson, "I believe this explanation will be accepted by voters. Of course, we cannot guarantee that everyone will accept it. Although in the There are not many ordinary people, but there are always smart people, and some people should know that this time the attack came from across the Atlantic."

"If the government feels pressured by the war over the British pound this time, maybe it will abolish military spending." Norman Brook changed the subject and murmured, "Of course we don't want this kind of thing to happen, I just said that there is this possible."

Alan Wilson pondered for a while and said, "Dear Sir, the abolition of military expenditure is a very helpless move from any point of view. If it is not possible, I will hold a meeting of overseas commissioners and transfer funds from the Overseas Assets Management Committee to defend the pound. .”

"I'm just talking about a possibility. Judging from the current intensity, even cutting military spending is unlikely. It's too early to say this." Norman Brooke said with a smile, "At least from the Prime Minister and the Chancellor of the Exchequer. , I didn't feel the pressure."

"Get the Nigerian Petroleum Corporation's business done. The Prime Minister should be very happy to see this good news. Let Governor Azikiwe come to London immediately. If he doesn't come, at least for now we still have the ability to replace the future father of Nigeria .”

Norman Brook said that he got up and was going to talk to Prime Minister Eden and Chancellor of the Exchequer Rabo Butler about the listing of Nigerian Petroleum Corporation on the ferry.

Excluding the time when the United States cut off aid in the early post-war period, this should be the first time Britain felt the hostility of the United States.

The first method adopted by the United Kingdom is of course the old method. It could sell British India in a package, and now it can sell Nigeria.

From England not surrendering until the blood of the Indians is dry, to Britain not surrendering till the blood of Nigeria is dry.

In the past year after the economic crisis of [-], the per capita income of the United Kingdom and the United States has further narrowed to negligible.

In terms of the total size of the economy, what is shown is that the proportion of the UK in the US economy is consistent with the proportion of the population of the UK and the US, three times that of France and Germany, nearly four times that of China, and four times that of Japan. Undoubtedly the second in the free world.

Under such circumstances, if the rifle is thrown and surrendered, it is too unreasonable. The United States is not easy to provoke, and the United Kingdom is not easy to provoke. During the inquiry in the House of Commons, facing Harold Wilson's question, the chancellor Rabo Butler also showed a tough attitude, and used Harold Wilson's famous saying, "The goblins in Zurich, and the supporters behind them, will definitely fail to achieve their goals, and the eager heart should be extinguished."

A few days later, Azikiwe, the governor of the Nigerian Dominion, arrived in London. At this time, London was in December. Although it was not shrouded in smog in previous years, it made Azikiwe, the governor who was accustomed to the tropical rainforest climate, quite uncomfortable. adapt.

Alan Wilson didn't have so many discomforts. Greta Garbo's temporary stay in London recently ignited his fiery heart. At this moment, three goddesses from different eras ignited his fiery heart in turn.

"I believe that once the Nigerian Petroleum Company goes public, it will be a huge benefit to Nigeria as a whole." Alan Wilson does not feel that Nigeria is at a disadvantage, as Nigeria can use this to obtain financing from Europe or even North America.

The London Stock Exchange also has subsidiaries, such as the Montreal Exchange in Canada, which was established in [-] and is currently the largest financial exchange in Canada.There is also the Toronto Stock Exchange. Considering the current international situation, apart from the stock exchanges in the United Kingdom and the United States, it is him.

So for Nigeria, it is not just European financing. The Nigerian self-government and the military each have shares in the listing. As for the specific share, it is inconvenient to disclose. What happened to the military business?

Compared with the former two, Azikewe's own shares are very small, but it is undoubtedly a huge wealth personally.Of course the Nigerian High Commissioner will also get rich, which has nothing to do with Nigeria.

On Christmas Day, December 24, the long-awaited Nigerian Petroleum Corporation was officially listed on the London Stock Exchange. The scene on the London Stock Exchange was hot that day, and Nigerian Petroleum Corporation's stock drove the overall market to rise.

"Anyway, it is a country with nearly one million square kilometers and a population of 4000 to [-] million. It is the most affordable industry." Alan Wilson finally let go of his hanging heart.

"Britain will never relax sanctions on Iran." On the same day, Eden made a solemn pledge in the House of Commons as Prime Minister, "Iran will be drowned by its own oil. The world does not need Iran. Iran is insignificant. This is What I want to say now is a very obvious fact."

As soon as Prime Minister Eden's words fell, the House of Commons burst into warm applause, which lasted for a long time.The exchange rate of the pound was stable at [-] to [-], and the whole of the UK showed a strong side.

"It seems that the loss of British India has no effect on the United Kingdom?" The White House, a discussion in a tone of surprise, belonged to Presidents Eisenhower and Nixon.

Chapter 16 European Rebalancing

It is no secret that the British colonial system is centered on British India, and the United States is well aware of this.

As the core of the colonial empire, British India finally became independent, which naturally made the United States happy. This meant that this long-term imaginary enemy finally recognized the reality and stepped down from the throne of world hegemony.

Then came the independence of Sudan, and later Nigeria also entered the track of independence, and the strength of Britain became weaker and weaker.

The United States is naturally happy to see this happen. After all, the current enemy of the Soviet Union spans the territory of Eurasia, so that no one dare not pay attention to it. It is best for the United Kingdom to shrink by itself.

But this time, the United States was stunned to discover that the father, who had gained more than 600 million square kilometers of independence with India and Sudan after the war, did not seem to be completely dead, and still has considerable strength.

My father’s old background is still very rich. After hearing the battle to defend the British pound this time, we can see that the listing of Nigerian Petroleum Company in London immediately detonated the capital and drove the London stock market to rise steadily.

"The British sell one colony at a time, and there are at least three or four valuable colonies that can replicate this realization." Eisenhower had to admire, "It seems that weakening the United Kingdom really takes ten or twenty years of dedicated planning. OK."

Now that financial means cannot force Britain to comply, attacks on the pound are unnecessary.There is no long-term financial war, and the time of financial war is usually not long. Once it is defended, time is useless.

Eisenhower wanted to stop the sniping on the pound, if he had the opportunity to do so in the future.

Nixon didn’t think of a good solution either. Just as he was about to say something, Secretary of State Dulles came directly to the President’s Office and saw both the President and the Vice President there, “President and Vice President, have you heard that the London stock market is booming. "

"Well, the strength of the British pound is still very strong. If we increase our investment in sniping, it may make things unmanageable." Nixon nodded and said, "We still can't tear ourselves apart with the United Kingdom. This will only benefit the Soviet Union." people."

"The opinions of the president and the vice president are very reasonable." Dulles did not ignore Nixon because he was the vice president. Anyone knows how dire the consequences of ignoring the Vice President are.

Nixon was definitely the next presidential candidate of the Republican Party, and Dulles was well aware of this, so he said, "Now we have to balance the United Kingdom, otherwise the influence on European affairs will be too great. It will be greatly discounted because of the presence of the UK."

Both Eisenhower and Nixon nodded approvingly. Although Dulles received some criticism because of the Cuban Revolution, the two still trusted him, especially in terms of strategic vision.

This time the sniping action against the pound was fruitless, which in itself shows many things, and the European rebalancing is imminent.

"But the key is, who to choose to balance?" Nixon thought for a long time and smiled wryly. "Actually, in terms of ability, France is naturally the most suitable candidate, but France is also a colonial country. Be more straightforward, or use more subtle methods, De Gaulle is also a difficult person to deal with, so why use..., my God."

"Yes, Vice President, the only reliable choice is Germany." Dulles continued following Nixon's words, "As I said before, there is not much difference between Britain and France, but the means are different. Only Germany and Italy are on an equal footing in terms of economy and population, but Italy's ability is obviously not as good as Germany's."

Germany's industrial level is comparable to that of France, and its population size is slightly larger than that of France, which is at the same level as that of Britain.It is a suitable target, and the United States has reasons to do so. There are huge US troops stationed in Germany. Although there are also British and French troops, at least the United States has enough capabilities to support Germany's national strength and defend Europe.

"This doesn't seem to make sense." Eisenhower was a little hesitant. Although he was of German descent, it was precisely because he was of German descent that it was difficult to express his position on this matter.

"No problem, world wars are over. What we need is the unity of the free world." Dulles said in a high-sounding persuasion, "Germany played an important role in resisting the Soviet Union and defending the free world. No one can deny this. a little."

What happened to supporting Germany? This is not the first time. Otherwise, how could Germany have the capital to start a world war?

After World War I, in order to help Germany recover its economy, the United States provided Germany with huge loans and made massive investments.In just one "Dawwes Plan", Germany received 330 billion marks in loans, 70.00% of which were provided by the United States. It can be said that American capital played an important role in the rise of Germany after the war.

At the technical level, it has provided Germany with various technologies ranging from ceramics and lubricants to automobiles, aircraft, and tanks, providing great help to Germany's industrial and technological development.

There is nothing new under the sun. After World War II, the United States also adopted a supportive attitude towards Germany, this time to resist the Soviet Union.Compared with Britain and France, which still have some strength, Germany has no chance of a comeback and is more trustworthy.

Britain and France are different. First of all, they have nuclear bombs and can vigorously develop offensive weapons. Although the three countries have the same political system, there are no eternal friends between countries, only eternal interests, and Britain and France will definitely not get it. The unconditional trust of the United States, at least the current strength of Britain and France, is not enough.

If one day Britain, France and Germany are at the same level, the United States can truly believe in the two overlords of the colonial era.

The United States, which has tested the strength of the pound, is no longer entangled in the financial field. Even if the pound is defeated, the United States will lose a large amount of gold reserves. At least the United States is unwilling to do so at present. This will shake the Breston Woods system Foundation.

This time, the pound crisis, which lasted for half a month, died down immediately, and even for most people, this pound crisis did not exist at all.But the United States is actually just changing the battlefield for layout.

In Bonn, the capital of the Federal Republic of Germany, Prime Minister Konrad Adenauer secretly received the US ambassador and listened to the other side conveying Washington's support for Germany to play a greater role. Of course, Konrad Adenauer warmly welcomed the US proposal.

In Heilmann Manor in Bonn, Anna looked at a group of brothers in the yard with a smile on her face, and shouted, "Hans, Koch, come to Mommy soon, we are ready for dinner."

Compared with Anna's love and care, Bokina looked a little serious, and said while eating, "The American ambassador met with Adenauer."

"Exercise well after eating, and then take a good rest." Anna waited for the two brothers to finish their dinner, then let them go to rest, and then said, "He is right, there has always been a serious shortage of industrial labor in Germany. If There is really no way, the Persians are more trustworthy than the Turks, as he said, the Persians are very keen on the term Aryan, and the filter is still very thick."

"Let me inquire about the government's attitude." Pokina dragged her chin with one hand, her short blond hair stubbornly protruding from between her fingers, and said leisurely, "Since he has a record of the situation, he must have a solution."

"Then who knows, I don't sleep with him every day." Anna rolled her eyes and curled her lips, "He is very popular, there are a group of old women around every day."

It's no secret to the Dragoon sisters about Alan Wilson and some MILFs.

"I think we should talk about this matter. He mentioned the possible development of Iran." Pokina thought about it. "It is also true that there is a labor shortage in Germany. This is a good opportunity to intervene in Iran."

"First of all, I think we should remind him." Anna said seriously. She didn't care about introducing the direction of the Iranian oil crisis. The key is to maintain mutual trust. After the West Berlin incident, mutual trust cannot withstand another destroyed.

Pokinna stared at her sister who had a brain attack in love, and finally nodded helplessly, "I really have nothing to say to you."

"Then don't talk about it. I'll go see what Hans is doing. It's always worrying every day." Anna jumped up and got up, not at all like a German woman of this age who is known for her toughness. no.

In the early years, various industries in the Federal Republic of Germany had begun to put pressure on the government to import labor from abroad, and threatened to move factories out of Germany otherwise.The trade unions strongly oppose the introduction of foreign workers because they are afraid that the jobs of their own citizens will be threatened.

After many rounds of negotiations, both parties reached an agreement on the premise that the Federal Government of Germany guaranteed equal pay for equal work.

Germany and Spain, Italy and Greece have all signed labor agreements, but among the three countries, only Italy has enough labor force, but Italy's own economic development is also good. The Spanish Franco government controls the scale of labor, leaving only Greece. How many people are there in Greece?

The unemployment rate in the Federal Republic of Germany has fallen below 30%, and the job gap is as high as [-]. Either import labor or transfer the gap that requires labor. At least the current government will not choose to transfer industries, so it can only introduce labor Come and work in Germany.

At this time, the United States' idea of ​​Germany's share of Iran's oil crisis can be said to coincide with Germany's labor shortage. Iran has a strong filter for Germany. Alan Wilson, a British person, knows it, and Germany has no reason not to know it.

The idea of ​​the United States to unite Germany against the United Kingdom is in the arms of Germany. Iran has a high unemployment rate because of the British sanctions. It was the time when Germany made a move. In Tehran, the capital of Iran, the German ambassador met the Shah of Iran.

Chapter 17 singled out Germany and the United States

It is not an exaggeration to describe this meeting as a hit-and-miss. Germany is currently short of labor force, with 30 vacancies across the country, and Iran’s unemployment rate has skyrocketed due to sanctions by the United Kingdom.

Although the best argument of Aryan is politically incorrect because of the defeat of the Third Reich, it does not mean that no one in Germany believes this set of arguments. Anti-war defeat or anti-war also exists in Germany.And Germany also needs a reliable energy supplier.

Because of the objective factors of the German coastline, it is at a disadvantage compared with the Netherlands, the United Kingdom, and Norway in terms of the division of the North Sea. Compared with Germany's huge manufacturing industry, the share of North Sea oil that falls into the hands of Germany can only be said to be better than nothing.

For various reasons, this is almost a win-win situation. At the beginning of the 1960s, the United Kingdom ushered in the Federal Republic of Germany, the opponent of the two world wars. No one expected this to be a critical blow to the United Kingdom. fact.

On January [-], the Federal Republic of Germany announced the signing of a labor service introduction agreement with Iran, and came up with four standards, which are limited to unmarried people, family members cannot come to Germany with laborers, and the working period should not exceed two years. There must be educated people .

At the moment when the United Kingdom is imposing sanctions on Iran, the move of the German government is undoubtedly a backstab for the United Kingdom.

It doesn't need to be said by Alan Wilson, the people in the UK are full of simple emotions. They just think so, what to do, and even some remarks about being vigilant against Germany are circulating among the people again.

"I'll be there right away." Alan Wilson, who drove Greta Garbo with one hand, nodded with the microphone in one hand.

"The Ministry of Foreign Affairs called you?" Greta Garbo glanced at the man knowingly, and whispered, "It's time to work, too. You can't just lie on the bed and bask in the birds. What are you going to do?"

"In principle, we are going to sanction Germany." Alan Wilson got up and put on his clothes, and finally changed from playing in the free world to a well-dressed beast. "It is impossible not to make some reactions at the stall of sanctioning Iran."

After wearing a new dress, Alan Wilson bent down and did not forget to have a verbal argument with Greta Garbo, "Don't forget to exercise and wait until I get back from work."

To be honest, among these ladies who are of the same status as their wives, Heidi Lamarr and Greta Garbo can really gain a foothold in Vanity Fair with just one face.

Alan Wilson didn't expect that it was Greta Garbo, the oldest lady, who could withstand the passage of time the most, and the original one was really amazing.

This is also the reason why Heidi Lamarr's idea of ​​using a knife was severely stopped by Alan Wilson.Plastic surgery is the kind of thing that can take a mediocre person to another level, and for a woman like Heidi Lamarr, destroying the musculature in her face will only let her down.

Half an hour later, the executive deputy minister of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, who was carrying a heavy load, appeared in front of Foreign Minister Macmillan with a cup soaked in wolfberries to discuss the incident of the Federal Republic of Germany's backstabbing of the United Kingdom.

"If it was Britain 50 years ago, considering the presence of British troops stationed in Germany, the discussion now should be whether to overthrow the current German government." Alan Wilson said with the appearance of an old-fashioned gentleman, which most embodies imperialism If there is no response, citizens may question the ability of this government, so we must now consider a way that will not hurt the relationship between the two countries while expressing our solemn position. Sanctions."

Alan Wilson's opinion is very simple. First of all, it cannot be regarded as nothing happened, otherwise it may endanger the government's support rate.But if you go to war, it seems that there is still some fuss.

It is impossible not to respond, otherwise it will damage the UK's leadership of the European Community, but if it sanctions important industries in Germany, it may also hurt itself. The trade between the UK and Germany is still quite large.

"Sanction against Germany?" McMillan said hesitantly, "Is it too big?"

"The key is that Germany's actions to help Iran cannot be concealed." Allen Wilson said solemnly, "We want to give an explanation to the citizens. We want to sanction some German industries, so as to calm the anger of the citizens. Of course, this is a measure I still have to decide, I am going to communicate with the Ministry of the Interior and the industry department, and ask them to provide some categories that will not harm the economic and trade relations between the two countries and impose sanctions."

This is another question that requires both. The new government has only been in power for half a year, and the Conservative Party, known for its patriotism, has come to power.Lost Iran without saying a word when he came to power?Even if it is lost, you have to act like a counterattack, and you can't do nothing.

"As for internal propaganda, single-handedly confronting Germany and the United States should be enough for citizens to understand the government's determination to defend the country."

Alan Wilson said eloquently, "In this way, even if it fails in the end, citizens will not blame the government for it."

"Will it not destroy the unity of the free world?" Macmillan asked repeatedly, fearing that the situation would get out of control.

"Probably not. In a few days, I will take out the list of sanctions categories and hand them over to the cabinet. Everything is on me. Dear minister, I am a pro-American faction." Alan Wilson solemnly perfunctory McMillan.

There is no obstacle in British public opinion to attack Germany hard, although both countries are Germanic in a broad sense.

But the UK doesn't think so. Germany's Germanic propaganda is similar to the generalized Aryans recognized by Iran in the eyes of the UK. A bunch of crazy, who wants to talk to you?

"Although I don't want to take advantage of the tragedy, you asked for it yourself. Don't blame me." Alan Wilson walked out of the foreign ministry building and had already thought of a way to single out Germany and the United States for this round. There are two fields of sanctions against Germany: biopharmaceuticals and chemicals. .

On the one hand, it is because of industrial conflicts, and on the other hand, it is because there is a tragic event that Britain should avoid. This is the reaction stop event that originated in Germany and has affected many countries.

Around 1960, doctors in at least [-] countries in Europe and the United States were using this medicine to treat women’s pregnancy reactions. Many people did not vomit after taking the medicine, and the symptoms of nausea were significantly improved, so it became the "pregnant woman's medicine". Ideal choice".

As a result, "reactin" was mass-produced and sold. In the Federal Republic of Germany alone, nearly 100 million people had taken "reactin", and the monthly sales of "reactin" reached the level of one ton.In some states of the Federal Republic of Germany, patients don't even need a doctor's prescription to buy "Thalassaline".

The drug was first developed by the Glennensu pharmaceutical factory in Germany and was first used as a prescription drug.When thalidomide was launched, scientists said it could control mental stress during pregnancy, prevent nausea in pregnant women, and have a sleeping effect.

The reaction to the drug incident led to a large number of seal babies around the world, and many pregnant women experienced premature births and miscarriages.The UK is the most affected country after Germany.

Among the major countries that survived the disaster was the United States, because such drugs were banned by the United States, and the drugs entering the United States were all smuggled into the country. Naturally, China was not affected. The reason is very simple, China is too poor.The country in Asia that has been affected is Japan.

Now, with the backstab of the Federal Republic of Germany to the United Kingdom, Alan Wilson wants to ban German biopharmaceuticals from entering the United Kingdom, and even the entire Commonwealth market.

"The chemical industry is not easy to handle. It involves too many aspects. Biopharmaceuticals are fine." Maggins saw Alan Wilson come to the door, and when he learned the situation, he smiled bitterly, "The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is really going to sanction Germany? No Is it your own opinion?"

"Of course!" Alan Wilson coughed softly, "Of course not. The main reason is to defend the dignity of the UK, which drives us to fight back. Now all citizens are watching. Since the chemical industry is widely involved, we can change the way and formulate The list will be divided into batches, starting with biopharmaceuticals first, and the second batch of lists will include those in the chemical industry, if the citizens are satisfied, there is no need to release the second batch of lists.”

"It's really you?" Maggins' expression was grim, he was talking about patriotism even though it was his own thoughts, "The reason?"

"Pamela has a pharmaceutical industry in India. It has been developing for a long time, and it is now on the right track. What is the reason?" Alan Wilson put his hands in his pockets and said with a righteous face.

"This reason is full marks, leave it to me." Ma Jinsi raised his eyebrows and agreed decisively.

In early 1960, only a few days after the Federal Republic of Germany announced the signing of a labor introduction agreement with Iran.

When British citizens were in turmoil and anti-German waves were rampant, the Eden government announced sanctions on all products of German biopharmaceuticals, prohibiting them from entering the UK and even the Commonwealth of Nations market.

Moreover, news was released that this is only the first batch of sanctioned lists, and it does not rule out that there will be a second or third batch.

The government of the Federal Republic of Germany responded immediately, thinking that the sanctions launched by the United Kingdom were essentially a trade war. It has formed a situation where you have me and I have you, which not only harms the interests of Germany, but also the interests of the United Kingdom. I hope that the Eden government can stop where it is and withdraw the decision to sanction Germany."

"Germany and the UK are not rivals, but should be mutually beneficial partners, and one-sided sanctions on the UK will eventually be damaged."