Soviet Union 1991

(There will be another update probably in the evening)

Japanese Prime Minister Toshiki Kaifu extended a peace olive branch to the Soviet Union with ill-intentioned intentions. Just when everyone thought that the Soviet Union would arrogantly reject Japan's goodwill request, the Soviet Union's response once again surprised everyone. Prime Minister Pavlov said that he will visit Japan and conduct friendly consultations on the issue of the four northern islands.

The Slavic nation, which has always been known for its toughness and bellicosity, was actually willing to sit down and negotiate with its old enemy. Once again, the political elites of various governments were busy analyzing the Soviet Union's intentions with this move. White House Chief of Staff Samuel Skinner analyzed that on the one hand, the Soviet Union showed frightening toughness on the Baltic Sea issue, but on the other hand, it showed a completely different moderate side on the island disputes. This can only explain two situations: the Soviet Union has become powerful externally but inwardly powerful, or the Soviet Union has actually been throwing smoke bombs at the free world to hide its true strength. After all, they are already familiar with this fraudulent method.

At the end of the hot summer, Pavlov flew to Japan on President Il's special plane. Although this move was slightly inconsistent with international practice, Toshiki Kaifu was still satisfied with the moderate performance of the Soviet Union. When the special plane entered Japanese territory, the Self-Defense Force of the Defense Agency also dispatched two F16 fighter jets to escort it and lead the special plane all the way to Narita Airport in Tokyo, Japan.

Sitting in his seat, Pavlov looked at the changing scenery outside the window and couldn't help but feel a little angry. He has always expressed opposition to the political showmanship proposed by Yanayev. If the president really has any shortcomings, he will not be able to escape. The Soviet Union's loss of an excellent helmsman is the most fatal thing.

Of course, Minister of Defense Yazov, Air Force Commander-in-Chief Shaposhnikov and Navy Commander-in-Chief Chernavin did not persuade Yanayev's stubbornness, and had no choice but to carry out this battle according to Yanayev's plan. "Dangerous catwalk event". When Pavlov asked Varennikov why he didn't dissuade Yanayev from his reckless behavior, the other party said mysteriously, "Do you really think General Secretary Yanayev was just acting on a whim?"

Of course, Yanayev's mood at this time is just as uneasy as the president who was riding a Siberian brown bear. The only difference is that the picture was a spoof, but Yanayev is a real weapon in another country. The edge of the sea is dangerous.

"Prime Minister Pavlov, we have arrived at Narita Airport." KGB agent Andrei Kharkiv, who was wearing a neat suit, walked up to the Prime Minister and whispered to the Prime Minister that it was time to get off the plane.

After coming back to his senses, Pavlov smiled and nodded to Andrei. Under the escort of a group of bodyguards, he got up and left the cabin. After a 6-hour flight, he finally arrived at this hotel in the southeastern part of the Soviet Union. A warm island country. The city's dimensions were far lower than Moscow's. As soon as he stepped out of the cabin, the scorching and dazzling sunlight made him feel as if he was on summer vacation in Vladivostok.

The huge honor guard played cheerful music, and the red carpet was laid from the landing step of the airplane passenger elevator to the feet of Toshiki Kaifu at the end. Pavlov raised his head and saw the Japanese Prime Minister looking at him with a smile. Light applause. Say something to the people around you from time to time.

Unfortunately, the surrounding noise was too noisy. Pavlov, who had studied some Japanese at the Moscow University of Finance and Economics, could not hear what Toshiki Kaifu was saying. When he passed through the neatly dressed honor guards and came to Prime Minister Toshiki Kaifu, Toshiki Kaifu held Pavlov's hand and said, "Welcome to Japan, Prime Minister Pavlov."

Before Toshiki Kaifu could react, Pavlov took the lead and said in fluent Japanese, "Nice to meet you, Prime Minister Toshiki Kaifu. The Soviet Union and Japan are friendly countries separated by a strip of water. Following our General Secretary Gorbachev, the Soviet Union visited Japan for the second time this year. We hope that the relationship between the two countries will become more harmonious and that we can negotiate and make progress together on some controversial issues."

Pavlov's Russian-Japanese somewhat surprised the Prime Minister, but when he heard that controversial issues could be discussed together, Toshiki Kaifu's eyes lit up. The politician's keen thinking made him realize that maybe this ice-breaking trip was really It is possible to find a breakthrough from the Soviet Union to take back the four northern islands.

If the Japanese Prime Minister had paid more attention to Pavlov's face at this time, he would have noticed the vague look of contempt on Pavlov's face. These words were all used as a cover-up to disrupt Japan's vision. The real purpose of the Soviet Union will not be revealed until it gets to the negotiating table.

Yanayev once made a metaphor to Pavlov with a smile. Before we show our evil side, let the Japanese think that we are harmless rabbits with eyes only focused on small coins.

The subsequent arrangement process was no different from other visits to other countries. In order to show his friendship as a landlord, Toshiki Kaifu specially took Pavlov to visit various gardens of Meiji Jingu Shrine. The Imperial Garden praised this oriental building that was comparable to the Tsar Palace in Moscow in Japan's historical sense, and said that if possible, it would also ask Japanese architects to build one in Moscow to express the friendship between the Soviet Union and Japan.

Pavlov's words flattered Toshiki Kaifu. In his mind, this statement was equivalent to a tactful request for a loan from Japan. Of course, Pavlov could not say anything disappointing at this time, so he could only follow Toshiki Kaifu's words. mind to satisfy his thoughts.

This also led to the most interesting scene in history. One leader said something that didn't make sense, while the other leader tried desperately to guess what the other was thinking behind the scenes, just like doing reading comprehension.

Next was Kaifu Junshu's highlight. In order to let Pavlov witness the rapid development of Japan's economy in the past decade, he took Pavlov to visit the Tokyo Tower in Japan on this sunny afternoon. From the special observation deck, you can overlook the prosperous scene of the entire Tokyo city with heavy traffic.

Pavlov stood on the observation deck and looked down at the entire city. Unlike the depressed and lonely Moscow, Tokyo was like a booming young city with crowded streets, developed transportation, and a modern atmosphere. Tokyo's developed finance and economy attracted elites from all over the world to gather here, turning it into a prosperous metropolis.

The quietly standing steel forest seemed to be silently mocking Pavlov and the socialism he tried hard to build, but was hungry. The oncoming high-rise wind blew him so hard that he couldn't open his eyes, and his eyes were a little red.

"How do you feel, Prime Minister Pavlov?" Looking at the silent Soviet Prime Minister, Kaifu Junshu smiled knowingly. It seems that he really made the right bet. At this time, the Soviet leaders' appearance in his mind undoubtedly regarded Japan as a trustworthy loan country. As long as these Russians speak up, the issue of the four northern islands will be much easier.

"Japan's rapid development in recent years has really opened our eyes." Pavlov's shock was truly unprecedented only when he was on the Tokyo Tower. "Before, our socialist country has always emphasized equality, but has forgotten that economic development and people's common prosperity are equally important. Thank you very much, Prime Minister Kaifu Toshiki. Japan has taught the Soviet Union an unforgettable lesson."

Faced with Pavlov's praise, Kaifu Toshiki seemed a little flattered. He said modestly, "No, no, everyone knows that the Soviet Union's heavy industry achievements are visible to all. We also have room to learn."

This time it was not a perfunctory admiration, but a real heartfelt word. Yanaev had discussed the importance of economic development with him before. At that time, he still didn't understand. Until now, the shock brought to Pavlov was truly unprecedented, and he also understood that Yanaev's actions were well-intentioned.

Then there was a silence between the two. The top leaders with their own thoughts stood on the building, seemingly quietly enjoying the scenery and listening to the introduction of the personnel, but in fact they were preparing for the next negotiations and thinking about it. Pavlov looked at the tall buildings outside the window and finally took in all the scenery.

In the end, it was Kaifu Junshu who broke the deadlock. His tone seemed a little cautious, "Comrade Pavlov, how about we have a formal consultation on the island issue after dinner?"

"Okay." Pavlov turned around and said softly, "I think this will be a very pleasant ice-breaking trip."