Minister Hahausen frowned and began to think. Wu Haoxuan's proposal seems ridiculous, will the powerful German Empire use the Chinese battleship design drawings to build battleships? However, if you think about it, this is not impossible.

Compared to the rival of the German Empire, the British Royal Navy, the German Navy was too far behind. If the design drawings of these battleships given by the Chinese can be used to surpass the British in one fell swoop in the new warships, this will undoubtedly give the German Navy a great advantage.

Although, Minister Hahausen did not know much about the Navy. However, after yesterday's meeting, he had already spoken with Major Marcos. Major Marcos was full of praise for the design drawings of these three warships given by Wu Haoxuan, and claimed that these three types of warships were more powerful than the warships of the same class in service or under construction in the German Navy. Even the warships of the German Navy, which remained on the design drawings, were not as powerful as these third-class warships. Major Marcos suggested that the German Empire should obtain authorization from the Northern government to build the ships of this class directly, or modify them as a model. In this way, the German Navy will have to make a lot less detours.

"Your Excellency, your proposal, I need to report to the country. However, whether the country will agree or not, this is not something I can decide. Minister Hahausen said. He was just a small minister to China, and naturally he could not make such an important decision in place of the German Empire.

"Of course, Your Excellency, I am sure that your country will not refuse." Wu Haoxuan said with a smile, looking very confident.

"Your Excellency, Young Marshal. I've noticed that the whole of Tohoku seems to be building up a lot during this time. Construction of the factories that were opened, in addition to the enterprises led by the northern government. There are also quite a few U.S.-funded companies. The German Empire is also very optimistic about the northern government, so we hope that German-funded enterprises can also invest in the seven northern provinces. Minister Hahausen said. There is no doubt that the Americans are supporting the government of the North. Similarly, the Germans were optimistic about the government in the north.

"Absolutely. But. There is a premise for this. That is the heavy industry enterprise, which must enter into a joint venture with the northern government, and the northern government will control the controlling stake. U.S. Businesses. This principle is also observed. If German companies can accept it, we will of course welcome German companies to invest in the seven northern provinces. Of course, if it is in the field of light industry, then there are no restrictions. Wu Haoxuan said.

Minister Hahausen nodded. Although such limitations. It will affect the interests of Germany. But since even the Americans complied, what reason did Germany have for refusal? I am afraid that even if the German side raises objections, the northern government will not relent.

"Your Excellency, I think that the ties between the Government of the North and Germany should be further deepened." Wu Haoxuan said suddenly.

Minister Hahausen was stunned for a moment, as if he didn't expect Wu Haoxuan to have this proposal. For Germany, though. And it doesn't hurt.

"Oh, Your Excellency. Naturally, the German Empire wanted to deepen its ties with the northern government. Minister Hahausen said.

"Your Excellency, the government of the North is now rebuilding from the ashes. Our industrial base is already very weak, and almost all machinery and equipment need to be imported. Therefore, we hope that the German Reich will be able to provide us with these equipment, including large-scale forging equipment, precision machine tools, and so on. Wu Haoxuan said. Although the industrial strength of the United States is not weak, in terms of high technology, it is clear that the Germans are stronger.

If a large amount of equipment can be obtained from the Germans, it will further accelerate China's industrial development.

Minister Hahausen frowned, those important machinery and equipment in Germany are not allowed to be exported. After all, this is an important guarantee that Germany is ahead of other countries in industry.

"Your Excellency, I will report back to the country." Minister Hahausen apparently regarded Wu Haoxuan's request as a pipe dream.

Wu Haoxuan nodded, he didn't know Minister Hahausen's thoughts. He knew, though, that the Germans would eventually compromise.

"Your Excellency, the government of the North would like to be able to obtain a loan from Germany for the development of military power and industry." Wu Haoxuan continued. This time the order for warships and fortress guns from the Germans cost about 300 million marks. If the Germans agree to sell all kinds of precision machine tools and large-scale forging equipment to the seven northern provinces, I am afraid that a lot of money will be needed. Although, the northern government has already received large loans from the Americans. However, these loans are all useful. It would have been nice to get another loan from the Germans.

"Loans?" Minister Hahausen's eyes when he looked at Wu Haoxuan were a little complicated, and if he could, he even wanted to humiliate this greedy guy fiercely. This guy simply wants to use the money of the Germans and then buy things from the Germans! In the words of the Chinese, this is an empty white wolf!

"Yes, Your Excellency. The government of the North needs a loan. However, I assure you that this loan given to us by Germany will definitely be worth the money. Wu Haoxuan said with an oath.

"Well, Your Excellency, I need to know your further thoughts." Minister Hahausen said. He wanted to hear what the young marshal thought.

"Your Excellency, a strong government in the North, or rather, when we have gained control over China, will have fully ensured the interests of Germany in the Far East. In addition, China is a huge market with a population of 400 million. Although, the Chinese are still very poor. However, once they gradually become richer, this will generate huge purchasing power. This market will be completely open to Germany. Wu Haoxuan said.

The expression on Minister Hahausen's face was constantly changing, and a huge market of 400 million people was indeed coveted by the Germans. German industrial goods have taken over the whole of Europe. However, Britain, France and other countries have begun to set up various provisions to restrict the circulation of German products, which has brought great restrictions to Germany's industrial development. If the Chinese market can be obtained, then German industry will take off again. Even if only 20 percent of the population in this poor country could buy German products, that would be 80 million people! That's more than twice as much as the population of Germany itself.

"Your Excellency the Young Marshal, I'm afraid this market will have to be shared with the Americans." Minister Hahausen said. The Americans are so desperate to support the northern government, and what they want is definitely the Chinese market.

Wu Haoxuan nodded: "Yes, but even if the United States and Germany share, this already means huge profits." ”

Hahausen also nodded repeatedly, a huge market with a total population far larger than the whole of Europe, even if it was to be shared with the Americans, but the Germans would never give up.

"In addition, a strong China is also very advantageous to Germany strategically. Germany's enemies in Europe were primarily Britain, France, and Russia. France and Russia have long formed an alliance. In order to encircle Germany, the British did not hesitate to put aside their grievances with France and Russia. Britain and France have formed an alliance, and Britain and Russia are also beginning to contact in this regard. It is expected that they will soon come together. This is undoubtedly a great threat to Germany. Wu Haoxuan continued to analyze.

"When China becomes stronger, it will inevitably pose a certain threat to the interests of Britain and France in Asia. Even if China does not expand outward, Britain and France will remain vigilant, and a considerable part of their forces will be contained in Asia. This is very advantageous for Germany. What's more, the Russians have always coveted the territory of northern China. It is foreseeable that Russia and the government of the North, or later China, will inevitably break out into war over territory. If China can win the war. So, how much more can Russia invest in Europe? In this case, the pressure on Germany to fight on two fronts would be greatly reduced. Wu Haoxuan continued.

If Minister Hahausen patiently listened to Wu Haoxuan's analysis before, it was only out of politeness. Now, then, he was completely moved. Although the Entente has not yet been formed, the signs of Britain, France and Russia coming together are very obvious. The Germans themselves expected that within this year, an alliance would be formed between Britain, France and Russia. And this would pose a serious threat to the alliance formed by Germany, Austria and Italy. This was a great headache for the Germans.

If a strong China can contain a part of the power of Britain and France in the Far East, and start a war with Russia, drag down most of the Russians' forces. Then the situation of the Allies would be much better. Although, from the current point of view, neither the northern government nor China has this ability. However, after receiving the full support of the United States and Germany, China may not have such strength in the future. Among other things, the population of more than 400 million alone means that the country will have an inexhaustible supply of soldiers.

"Your Excellency, your proposal is very new and attractive to Germany. I will report it to the country truthfully. Minister Hahausen said.

Wu Haoxuan nodded, he knew that Hahausen was tempted. The Germans, for sure, will be tempted by this.

"Then, Your Excellency, how much do you intend to lend to Germany?" Hahausen continued.

"Your Excellency, I would like to receive a loan of not less than five hundred million marks!" Wu Haoxuan said. (To be continued......)

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