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Lin Zihao, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China, and Vicente Voisant, the special envoy of Spain. Sancho was largely unanimous. Although some issues were put on hold because of the great differences, through this negotiation, the two sides unanimously decided to end the state of war between Xinhua and Spain. In addition, in order to promote trade between the two countries, both Xinhua and the Kingdom of Spain will increase their purchases of some products from the two countries.

After that, Wu Wending, Minister of Industry of Xinhua, met with Vicente. Special Envoy Sancho also held talks, during which Wu Van directed the message to Vicente. Sancho proposed the types of machinery and equipment that Xinhua needed to procure, and how much commission it could give to Spain. Many Western technologies are very restricted when they are exported to foreign countries, and it is almost impossible for Xinhua to buy those advanced equipment. It would be much easier if you were able to make a stopover through Spain. Although, it will cost you a little more money because of this, but it is also worth it. Although Long Yufei is a doctor of mechanical and metallurgy, he cannot manufacture those advanced industrial equipment without physical objects and extremely poor basic conditions. We can only establish Xinhuaguo's industrial system through foreign purchases as much as possible, and then upgrade them according to these industrial equipment, so as to gradually get rid of this shortcoming of foreign purchases. Of course, to achieve this, Xinhuaguo still has a long way to go!

The Kingdom of Spain does not have much advantage in terms of industrial equipment, but. But they were able to buy it from other countries, such as France, which had good relations with Spain, and the level of industry was not much worse than that of England. Other than that. Relations between Spain and the United Kingdom have been normalized, and industrial equipment can be obtained from the United Kingdom as soon as possible. Although Britain will not sell the most advanced industrial equipment to Spain, the equipment that Spain can buy is much more advanced than the equipment that Xinhua can buy!

In addition to industrial equipment, Xinhuaguo also hopes to cooperate with Spain in education and science and technology. Xinhua is willing to invite Spanish experts in mathematics, natural sciences, physics and chemical engineering to come to Xinhua to teach. Xinhuaguo is willing to offer a high salary. At the same time, for every outstanding talent introduced to work in Xinhua China, the Kingdom of Spain can also get a lot of commissions. These talents. It is not limited to the Kingdom of Spain, but all countries in Europe can go to Xinhua. As long as it is with a letter of introduction issued by the Kingdom of Spain, Xinhua will pay 1,000 to 10,000 pounds sterling to the Kingdom of Spain. Depending on the abilities of these talents. The commissions paid by Xinhuaguo are also different. Though. The cost is relatively large, but as long as it can improve the education level of Xinhuaguo and the talent pool in science and technology, it will be completely worth it. Of course, in addition to these special talents, industrial workers are also needed by Xinhuaguo. It's just that the commissions of industrial workers are much smaller than those of these professionals. But this can't stop the large number of industrial workers!

After the talks, Vicente. Special Envoy Sancho left the Xinhua Foreign Ministry with a smile on his face. The task of visiting Xinhua this time can be regarded as a successful accomplishment. Though. Four million Chinese dollars were paid for the redemption of the prisoners of war and the ashes of the dead Spanish officers and soldiers. But. By selling industrial equipment to Xinhuaguo and helping Xinhuaguo to bring in talents, these expenses can be paid off quickly. In addition, the Kingdom of Spain was able to resolve its current financial crisis by collecting commissions from the new country. A professional can get a commission of up to 10,000 pounds, and as long as 1,000 professionals are recruited to Xinhuaguo, then the Kingdom of Spain will not get a year's financial income? Of course, those professionals in Europe may not be willing to work in Xinhua, it depends on how the Kingdom of Spain fools them. However, it has to be admitted that this did give the Kingdom of Spain a chance to make a fortune.

The Spaniards' vision was not as good as that of the British. This is also the reason why they are worried about why they will decline from the overlord of the world. While they were using the wealth they had plundered from the colonies for pleasure, the British were rapidly developing industry, and the power of the Industrial Revolution made Britain soon overtake Spain and become the new world hegemon. Of course, there are deep contradictions between Spain and Xinhua. But apart from Luzon, there is no contradiction. On the contrary, the two countries can cooperate on many fronts. This is very beneficial for both countries!

Vicente. Special Envoy Sancho even offered to import new rifles and artillery from Xinhua, as well as related techniques for the 'Shark-class' cruisers. However, it was rejected by Xinhua on the grounds that it was a matter of military secrets. Vicente. Special Envoy Sancho was not angry, he naturally knew that Xinhuaguo had kept his military skills secret. However, he believes that when the relationship between Spain and Xinhua becomes closer, these will not be a problem! Xinhua is too far away from Europe, and having an ally in Europe is also very necessary for Xinhua!

"Your Majesty, the Spanish envoy has accepted our terms in full, and has promised to order for us the industrial equipment we need, as well as to recruit professionals and industrial workers for us, and so on!" Foreign Minister Lin Zihao said to Long Yufei.

"Ha Lu Ha, that's good! These Spaniards are still as bright as ever! Long Yufei said with a smile. The Spaniards only cared about their immediate interests, thinking that they could earn a lot of commissions from Xinhua China. However, they did not think about how much of a threat it would pose to the Western world once Xinhua became truly powerful. Of course, the Spaniards may think that now they are no longer the overlords of the world, there is no need to think about it for the interests of the whole West, this is the business of the British, they just need to earn a lot of money, and then live a life of luxury and indulgence!

Strengthening cooperation with the Kingdom of Spain is a strategy proposed by Long Yufei himself. Although, before that, Xinhua Guo, through the Spanish businessman Antonio, also purchased a large amount of machinery and equipment from Europe. However, with Antonio's ability as a businessman, a lot of cutting-edge equipment is not available. But if the Kingdom of Spain is willing to help, it will be a different story. Many of the industrial equipment that Xinhuaguo urgently needs will no longer be a problem. At that time, the speed of industrialization of Xinhua will be further accelerated.

"Your Majesty, the price we have paid is not too great! The commission for a top professional is in the tens of thousands of pounds for the Spaniards alone, plus the huge remuneration we pay. Will our revenues be able to sustain it? Lin Zihao said with some worry.

"Although the investment is a bit big now, in the future, you will know that it is all worth it! Talent is invaluable, especially now that we are seriously lacking in this area! As long as we can use this to improve our scientific and technological level and train our own scientists and other professionals, even if it costs a lot, it will be worth it! Of course, these professionals will not come too much! In Europe, they have a good salary and good scientific research conditions, and if you come to Xinhua, you have to start from scratch. I wish the Spaniards could get us more professionals! Long Yufei said. Confucianism ruled China, and the mechanical and technological aspects were called strange skills, and it was this kind of thinking that seriously hindered the development of science and technology in China. Now, how is it possible for Xinhua to catch up with the West in this area without paying a huge price!

Lin Zihao nodded, no longer dwelling on this topic. The past few years have proved that Long Yufei has a far-sighted strategy in these aspects. Since Long Yufei has made up his mind to do this, it must be the right one. Although I still can't understand it, Long Yufei must be right.

"Your Majesty, the Dutch mission arrived yesterday, do we want to start peace talks with them?" Lin Zihao asked.

The Kingdom of the Netherlands was seized by the Xinhua Kingdom of Dutch Indonesia, although they wanted to take the Dutch Indonesia back, but after the disastrous defeat of the Spanish Expeditionary Force, the Kingdom of the Netherlands suddenly gave up such thoughts. The relationship between the Kingdom of the Netherlands and the British is close, and it is easier for them to understand the strategy adopted by the British against the Xinhua Kingdom, even if the British have adopted the strategy of forbearance, if the Dutch still hold on, or even send troops to the South Seas, is it not looking for death? Therefore, the Dutch king and government quickly changed their strategy and sent a mission to Xinhua, hoping to resolve the contradictions between the Dutch Kingdom and Xinhuaguo through negotiations. Dutch Indonesia is the largest overseas colony of the Netherlands, and if it is lost like this, it will make the Netherlands very distressed. However, they also knew that since these territories were incorporated into the Xinhua Kingdom, it was estimated that it would be difficult to recover them. If you can get a compensation from Xinhuaguo, it is not bad. In addition, there are tens of thousands of Dutch people who originally lived in Dutch Indonesia were captured by Xinhua, and the Netherlands needs to bring these people back, the population of the Netherlands is not much, only more than 2.8 million people, these tens of thousands of people are also very important to them!

In order to increase the chances of success in the negotiations, this time the Dutch government sent a mission led by Foreign Minister Gretel. In addition, on the way to Xinhua, the Dutch mission made a special stop in the British Straits Settlements for a few days so that they could learn more about Xinhuaguo from the British. After they arrived in Manila, the British Special Envoy of the Straits Settlements to Manila, Eric, will also be involved in the negotiations to help the Dutch! (To be continued......)