Soviet Union 1991

(Second update, there will be another update after 12 o'clock)

If there are any major events in February 1992, the first thing is that the Soviet Union announced the news of holding a victory parade, indicating that it will celebrate the great victory of the anti-fascist war in May. The Soviet Union sent invitations to its former Eastern European allies. However, there are only a few countries that responded.

The second thing is the pilot economic and trade zone established by the Soviet Union. Not only that, Ryzhkov's visit to the southern neighbor also attracted the attention of other countries. Although the Soviet Union is gradually carrying out economic reforms, it still relies on supply to purchase daily products to a large extent. Therefore, the Soviet Union, which adheres to the old-fashioned economic issues, will actually go against the norm. This is not a good thing for other countries.

A few days later, Ryzhkov went to the southern country with a large number of contract documents, which are all his specific analysis of the Soviet industry in recent years, so that he can clearly know where the shortcomings of the Soviet light industry are. And the main problem that Ryzhkov wants to solve is the problem of agriculture and light industry in the Soviet Union.

Rezhkov was also a little depressed. Why did Yanaev give him the invitation letter and then let him pass it on to other countries? Wouldn't it be enough to just throw it into the embassy?

"Hey, I really don't understand what General Secretary Yanaev is thinking." Minister of Economy Rezhkov shook his head and put the wax-sealed envelope back into his briefcase. He quietly waited for the special plane from Moscow to Beijing to land in his seat.

As an important member of the Soviet government and the Minister of Economy of a country, when Rezhkov arrived at the airport, the security factor was raised to the level of the highest leader. This kind of treatment that exceeded the standard was all because Rezhkov was the Minister of Economy of the Soviet Union. He knew the economic and trade conditions of the entire Soviet Union very well.

And the Soviet Union's huge, complex, and complete heavy industrial system was also a gift they had longed for. For them, nothing could make people more excited than getting the industrial production base of large strategic transport aircraft and cutting-edge fighter jets. They needed the military and heavy industrial base that they lacked, while the Soviet Union needed the construction of product industries such as agriculture and light industry, no matter how you look at it. It's the best of both worlds.

So when Minister Wang of the Ministry of Finance (please search Baidu for the exact name) met with Rezhkov, he couldn't hide his smile. It was like meeting a wealthy boss who was ready to spend money at any time, and Rezhkov responded with the same respect. Because he also hoped that China could help the Soviet Union in agriculture and other aspects.

The once arrogant and domineering big brother has become approachable, and I have to feel that times have changed.

"You mean that in addition to importing food, you hope that China can provide a batch of high-yield cold-resistant crops? Even lease land to our farmers and jointly develop food production?"

When Rezhkov put forward his idea. Minister Wang was a little surprised, because he had never heard of such an idea.

"Yes, Minister Wang. You know that the Soviet Union has always been a country with vast land and sparse population. We have perfect water conservancy facilities, mature mechanized harvesting mode, and fertile black soil. However, our food problem has not been improved due to some well-known reasons."

What Rezhkov said was true. The Soviet Union's population, system and other reasons have always restricted the development of grain production, while Rezhkov hopes to introduce people from other countries to rent land in the Soviet Union, harvest grain, sell and enrich the market. In short, it is also a disguised model of introducing population and foreign capital.

"This is a very fresh model." Minister Wang said with his chin in his hand. He also has his own calculations in his mind. On the one hand, the country's population burden is too heavy. If some people can go abroad. It can also create foreign exchange, and it is a win-win situation for both parties.

"There is another thing, which is about the introduction of foreign capital. We hope that your country's emerging capital can come to our country to invest, and of course we will also give preferential policies." Rezhkov is ambitious to make local brands famous and promote them to the world. For example, Alyoka Chocolate, whose quality can stand out in the world, has always lost to American products in terms of publicity and other issues. As long as sufficient foreign capital is introduced, he can make this brand bigger and become a brand that can truly influence the world.

The Soviet Union has always gone in the wrong direction in this regard, such as various delicious flavored snacks. For example, those light industrial products with reliable quality. The Soviets believed that as long as the quality of the product was good enough, it would attract everyone's attention. That's why they spared no expense to make a certain product, but ignored the charm of capital.

The Soviet Union was like a virgin land with all kinds of delicious pastries, waiting for the continuous injection of capital to revitalize it. Minister Wang smiled at the suggestions made by Rezhkov. Basically, for every suggestion made by the Soviet side, the benefits gained by his country were beyond his expectations. The generosity of the Soviets was simply unbelievable to them.

"So if there is no problem with the previous suggestions, Minister Wang, we will have further exchanges and consultations on visas, tariffs and other issues next." Rezhkov's diplomatic words of testing the waters seemed particularly cautious, fearing that the other party would reject his request.

"No, no, no, I personally deeply agree with Ryzhkov's views and opinions. I think the central government will also agree with your deal." In fact, when Minister Wang talks about himself, he actually represents the interests of the country. . Anyone else would have immediately agreed to such a profitable transaction.

"We still have a few questions, which are about heavy industry. I also hope that we can import 10,000-ton hydraulic presses and other heavy industrial machinery from the Soviet Union to make up for our shortcomings in heavy industry." Minister Wang also put forward his own plan, "Of course, in terms of price, everything is easy to discuss. We will give you a satisfactory price."

"A 10,000-ton hydraulic press. I have to ask Moscow for instructions on this kind of thing. With all due respect, I am not capable of making such a decision." Ryzhkov looked a little embarrassed. A 10,000-ton hydraulic press and a large forging press are two things to consider. One of the important signs of the country's industrial base capabilities. Although the Soviet Union is indeed like a poor and crazy person now, he still has to seek the opinions of his superiors before making decisions on certain secrets that cannot be leaked.

"It's okay." To be honest, commodity trade and agricultural exchanges with the Soviet Union have greatly exceeded Minister Wang's psychological expectations. Since some things cannot be rushed, it is best to take things slowly.

"Oh, one more thing, Minister Wang." Ryzhkov took out an invitation letter from his arms and solemnly handed it to Minister Wang's hands. He said, "This is the anniversary of the victory of the Anti-Fascist War in May. The general secretary hopes to see representatives of your country appear on the Red Square of the Kremlin.”

Minister Wang was slightly stunned. He did not expect that the invitation letter did not go through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, but was handed over to the leader directly through his hands. This approach was not in line with international practice. Minister Wang, who lamented that the Soviet Union did not follow common sense, simply acted willfully. He solemnly took the invitation letter from Ryzhkov and carefully told those around him to put it away.

"We have accepted the invitation letter, but as for the specific situation, we need to wait for the specific arrangements and instructions from the upper leadership." Minister Wang

"It doesn't matter, well, Moscow will wait patiently for your reply, no matter what the outcome is." Ryzhkov whispered, "By the way, Minister Wang, do you remember that we met each other in battle before when we were both ignorant? Later on, when we were both in trouble, we showed sincerity to each other. Later, times changed, and we were all friendly on the surface, but secretly plotting against each other, we could no longer be friends. What should I say? It was a pity to just be a passerby. Old friends."

Minister Wang was a little silent. Such words were more suitable for speaking in private, but seemed a bit awkward in front of formal occasions. He has no organization, because he knows that the other party is a Slavic nation whose brain circuits will never be on the same line. The relationship between the two countries has been ups and downs for decades, from being in a stalemate to being at odds with each other. No matter how weird the other party's behavior is, it can be regarded as normal.

What's more, what Ryzhkov said touched the sensitive heartstrings deep in his heart.

Ryzhkov completely ignored the flashing spotlights around him, the slight smile on his lips, and the tears gradually forming in the corners of his eyes.

"It just happens to be an important day. Whether you come or not, we are willing to accept the outcome. But I still sincerely hope that both parties can still stand together and sing another Internationale that I once taught you." (To be continued.) ~^~)