"Your Highness, I don't think the problem of New Zealand can be solved in a short period of time, and the way to solve it depends on your Highness's opinion of New Zealand." Prime Minister Evan stepped forward and replied.

"Huh? Prime Minister Evan, let's talk about it in detail! Arthur said with a smile.

New Zealand's problem, Arthur, is also a headache, so brainstorming is a good idea. At least the prime ministers of the colonies were familiar with the situation in New Zealand, and their advice might be useful to Arthur.

"Your Highness, as for New Zealand's policy, it really depends on what you think." Prime Minister Evan saw that Arthur did not refute, but was very interested, so he continued: "If you think that New Zealand is a colony like New Guinea, and that New Zealand is not in our core regional sphere of influence in the future, then I think we should suppress the independent forces of New Zealand, at least during the period of your rule, New Zealand should not be independent, or even have any independent action. ”

"But if you want to completely integrate New Zealand and merge with Australia to form a new country, then I think you should fully respect the will of the New Zealand people, and even push for New Zealand's independence when the time is right, so that New Zealand can join the Australian family as an independent country." Prime Minister Evan explained: "In my view, the will for independence in both Australia and New Zealand is unstoppable. Even if New Zealand's independence may be suppressed in a short period of time because of the policies and methods of those in power. But this is unlikely to last long, from a decade to a few decades, and New Zealand will certainly see a much stronger independent movement than it is now. Therefore, I think that before we establish our policy of governing New Zealand, we should be clear about the status of New Zealand in the future Australia, and if we want to completely control New Zealand, then at this time, we should regard it as an independent country, not our colony. ”

After all, New Zealand's status is already the same as that of Australia, and it has begun to seek to become an independent country from a colony.

Even if New Zealand lags far behind Australia in terms of land area and population, public opinion must not be ignored.

"Well, that's right, Prime Minister Evan." Arthur nodded and said appreciatively to Prime Minister Evan.

"New Zealand is the third largest region in Oceania and a natural eastern barrier to Australia. I believe that New Zealand is an integral part of Australia's power in the future, and we should value and respect the interests of New Zealand and New Zealanders. I think it's quite possible for Australia and New Zealand to form a close union, either in the form of a federation or a confederation, or a united and united nation. In short, New Zealand is very important to us and to Australia, and it is an important territory that we cannot afford to lose. As long as New Zealand is willing to unite with Australia and form a new country, then it does not matter whether New Zealand is independent or not. Arthur said with a smile.

New Zealand's important geographical location means that Australia cannot give up on New Zealand.

In Arthur's view, as long as the New Zealanders are willing to form a new country with Australia, it doesn't matter whether New Zealand is independent or not.

"Your Highness, should our policies in Australia also be implemented in New Zealand? I'm afraid that if we build New Zealand, New Zealand will turn around and refuse to admit it, and it will be bad if it directly declares independence. Finance Minister Roger Joseph Ebert hurriedly asked.

Despite all the depletion of Australia's finances, there are still nearly 90 million pounds of money.

But don't forget, even these funds were borrowed from Arthur, and with the 50 million pounds worth of equipment, the Australian government already owes the royal family 150 million pounds.

Although these funds are interest-free loans, the taste of this kind of money owed is definitely not pleasant, which also makes it very difficult for Minister Roger Joseph Ebert to spend every penny after he takes charge of the Ministry of Finance, and it is not easy to save money as much as possible under the premise of satisfying the country's development.

"Not really, Your Highness. If we were to spread all of Australia's policies to New Zealand now, it could lead to ecstasy among the people of New Zealand in a short period of time. But what about after that? Is there anything else we can do to keep these New Zealanders? What do we do when these people are dissatisfied and want new welfare policies? Don't forget, our basic market is in Australia, and mastering New Zealand must also be under the premise of mastering Australia. Prime Minister Evan hurriedly stood up and reminded: "Your Highness, I think what New Zealand needs at the moment is stability, not change. We only need to maintain the policies of New Zealand during the British period, and when the frenzy of New Zealand's independence cannot be stopped, our policies will also be the condition for us to win over the New Zealanders. ”

"Well, Prime Minister Evan has a point. Our base is Australia at all times, and we should respect the views of Australians first. It's okay for New Zealand to be stable for the time being, and when New Zealand seeks independence, our policies in Australia will be a condition for attracting New Zealanders. As long as they are willing to continue to accept Australian rule, then Australia does not mind treating New Zealand as part of itself, and all preferential conditions are also enforced in New Zealand. Arthur nodded, agreeing with Prime Minister Evan.

Hearing Arthur say this, Roger Joseph Ebert was relieved.

If Australia's policies were to be implemented in New Zealand at the same time, it would be at least a millions, if not tens of millions, of pounds.

For Australia, which is in dire need of funds for development, this funding is naturally save.

"But at the same time, it is necessary to co-opt and approach New Zealand with appropriateness. Minister Andrew, these tasks are left to you, and the Foreign Office is responsible for getting closer to New Zealand and trying to get closer to New Zealand by signing a series of treaties with New Zealand to bridge the gap between Australia and New Zealand in all respects. In these respects, we should give New Zealand the respect it deserves, and the treaty should give both sides equality and justice to the satisfaction of all New Zealanders. Arthur commanded.

Under the premise of the general policy, signing a series of trade and other treaties with New Zealand in advance to narrow the distance between Australia and New Zealand will also have certain benefits for the possible merger of Australia and New Zealand in the future.