Chapter Eighty-Eight: Stepping into the Second Sequence
Unexpectedly, very unexpectedly.
Shen Jiannan didn't expect to meet reporters here.
However, in an instant, he understood Schlesinger's intentions.
It seems that the central banker really does not want the German Central Bank to become the European Central Bank, nor does he want the Deutsche Mark to disappear from the world, but wants to take the opportunity to give the British a stick.
Being here as him, even if he doesn't have to say anything, is enough to express all kinds of problems.
Considering various problems, Shen Jiannan smiled slightly and walked into the elevator without stopping, at this time, not saying anything, giving the market conjecture may bring unexpected pressure.
"Mr. Shen, please stay. β
"Mr. Shen......"
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In the flashbang, Shen Jiannan and his entourage got on the independent special elevator under the arrangement of the hotel, and the reporters present regretted again and again, hating that they could not kiss the soles of his feet to get this interview opportunity. But just then, a car stopped in front of the hotel lobby and Helmut Schlesinger arrived.
Coincidental, what a coincidence.
It happened that the reporters present couldn't help but think about it.
A big international short has just gotten on the elevator, and the governor of the German Central Bank has appeared here, who dares to say that there is nothing greasy in it.
All the reporters in the room suddenly had their eyes lit up, and they trotted to surround Schlesinger and his assistant at the door of the hall.
"President Schlesinger, the pound has fallen by five percent so far, will the German Central Bank consider implementing a new monetary policy for the sake of the European exchange rate mechanism? β
"President Schlesinger, what do you think about the pound that has plummeted by five percent today, following the collapse of the Italian lira and the Spanish peseta. β
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In the midst of the encirclement of long guns and short guns, Helmut Schlesinger stopped.
"I think. With the current ERM problem, it would be better to adjust some currencies broadly than to adjust the lira and peseta individually. β
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For a moment, the reporters present were stunned, and their faces were red and their breath became short.
But those who can be prostitutes have experienced strong winds and waves, and some people suppressed the excitement that their hearts were about to explode, and hurriedly picked up the topic just now.
"Your Excellency Schlesinger. Do you think the pound needs to depreciate as well?"
"I don't mean anything about the pound. β
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"Your Excellency Schlesinger, before your arrival, we also met Mr. Shen Jiannan, I don't know if the two of you agreed to meet here. β
"No comment. β
"Your Excellency Schlesinger, don't you know that the two of you are meeting here to discuss the problems of the European exchange rate mechanism?"
"I have no comment, but I can only tell you that I am here because I have worked overtime and have not eaten until now. β
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In the midst of the many reporters, Helmut Schlesinger stepped into the public elevator with help, but interestingly, he did not stop the reporters from entering the elevator.
This was a very subtle reaction, and the reporters present did not break it, and stepped into the elevator room with excited faces.
"Your Excellency Schlesinger....."
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In the midst of a series of conversations, the elevator stopped in the restaurant on the top floor, and Helmut Schlesinger strode out of the elevator hall, where a group of reporters hurriedly chased and intercepted him, hoping for more information.
But unfortunately, several guys with black hair, black suits, and black ties unceremoniously blocked their way.
"I'm sorry. This is now a private space, so please leave immediately. Thank you!"
At such an important juncture, they were stopped on their way, and several reporters immediately became anxious, and some shouted at Schlesinger.
"Your Excellency Schlesinger, please stay, I have only one last question. β
Hearing the reporter's shouting, Helmut Schlesinger stopped his instep and turned his neck to look at the female reporter who stopped him.
Click, click, click
No problem, just a frantic flicker of flashing lights. Tang Dunhou's entourage, who had a cold face, and Schlesinger, who was full of vigor in suits and leather shoes, appeared in the film.
HM Treasury, London.
Norman Lamont rubbed his face and looked at the advisor and central bank governor Pemberton with some excitement.
Today, the outflow of capital from the pound is mainly into the assets of the German replacement mark, and if Deutsche Bank cuts interest rates again, then the pressure on the pound will be greatly reduced.
Probably to encourage everyone, or perhaps to find a reason to convince himself, Lamont leaned forward and said all possible logic.
"The lira has collapsed, the peseta has collapsed, and now it's our turn, I believe, and it's not in the interests of the Germans, who want to unify the European monetary unit and will definitely not watch us break away from the EMR. No one knows the Germans better than I do. β
"I agree with the judgment of the Minister of Finance. β
"I also agree with the analysis of the Minister of Finance that the UK is not comparable to second-rate countries such as Italy and Spain, and they need us to support the improvement of the European exchange rate mechanism and the development of the community. β
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Robin Leigh Pemberton felt that Lamont's analysis was a little optimistic, that since privatization, Britain has been importing 19% of goods from Germany every year, and as Germany's largest importer of goods, the depreciation of the pound is in some ways more in the interests of the Germans.
In that case, the British would have to spend more of their wealth on goods from Germany.
But the advisors all thought so, what could he say, looking at the eyes that looked over, he had to nod his head in agreement.
There is no objection.
Norman Lamont stood up excitedly and waved his fist, giving the most sincere encouragement to everyone present.
"I suggest calling Schlesinger early tomorrow morning. I believe that he will definitely make the right choice under our pressure. Oh Mma I'm a genius, and that's a great note. β
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Robin Leigh Pemberton hesitated, but out of duty, he asked about his worries, and he was terrified that the central bank would consume seven billion dollars in foreign exchange in fifteen minutes.
"What if, I mean what if. What if the Germans don't agree to a rate cut?"
"It's absolutely impossible, no ......"
Bang!
The door to the conference room was violently pushed open from the outside, and the sudden sound made Lamont's words stop.
It was Rowan from the press office, and Norman Lamont felt terrible when he saw him panicked.
My God.
Don't be bad news!
"My lord, it's not good. Just now, the news agency came out that Schlesinger was interviewed by the Wall Street Journal and the Business Daily, and he said......"
Looking at Lamont's cannibalistic eyes, Rowan was frightened and didn't know whether to continue.
"Bastard. What the hell did he say. β
He said...... He said a broad adjustment to the European currency would be better than a separate adjustment to the lira and peseta. β
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Lamont was stunned by this.
As Chancellor of the Exchequer, he did not understand what this phrase meant.
Or rather, is the individual who does not yet understand what this phrase means.
Not so long ago, Schlesinger said something similar, when he pointed out the weak basis of the lira's existence.
And now, Schlesinger's speech is tantamount to calling for a weaker pound, and his previous public statements after the Bath meeting have sparked attacks on the lira and now he is attacking the UK......
In an instant, Norman Lamont's face was covered with a red glow.
"Damn it. What the hell is this bastard trying to do?"
"And ......"
Rowan was resigned, not knowing whether to tell anything else, and Lamont's angry appearance made him wonder if he would be beaten to death if he spoke out.
"Bastard. What else did he say, can you finish it all at once. β
Schlesinger didn't say anything else, but...... However, a reporter photographed Shen Jiannan also arriving at Le MΓ©ridien before Schlesinger arrived at Le MΓ©ridien. β
Shen Jiannan, Schlesinger?
Norman Lamont grabbed Rowan by the neckline.
"What are you talking about? that oriental? damn it, how could they be together, this can't be, this is absolutely impossible!"