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Chapter 121: The Afghan Argument

Not only the Pakistani officials on the other side were surprised by Lu Jiadong's words, but also the embassy officials in charge of the translation were particularly shocked. You should know that the relationship between China and Pakistan can be regarded as a good friend all-weather. Previously, China's requests to Pakistan were accepted unconditionally and provided free assistance.

Now with the domestic reform and opening up and the transformation of policies, this kind of free aid has begun to slowly be replaced by paid sales. However, for Pakistan, which has special relations, it is not something that can be measured by money. Moreover, according to the current situation, even if Pakistan uses funds to purchase, China has an obligation to support it. After all, restraining the Soviet Union's power in Afghanistan is conducive to the stability of the northern border.

Because of this, when he heard Lu Jiadong's words, the embassy official in charge of the translation looked at Lu Jiadong with a puzzled look. How did this young man named Lu Jiadong join the delegation? Do he know diplomatic etiquette, whether he understands the close relationship between China and Pakistan, and whether he clearly does not understand the consequences of his words may damage the bilateral relations between China and Pakistan and the normal development of the two countries in the future!

If Lu Jiadong was a staff member of the embassy, ​​although this confused embassy official would not criticize Lu Jiadong immediately, he would also use notes and other harsh warnings. However, Lu Jiadong was not a member of the embassy, ​​so it was not his turn to warn him. However, no matter which department or group similar things happened, the supervisor would basically take similar actions.

But what surprised the embassy official was that after Lu Jiadong said this, the members of the delegation did not take this sentence seriously, both their expressions and their attitudes. Instead, they stared at the Pakistani officials opposite. Looking at their reactions, not only were members of the delegation, but even the leader Liu Haotian did not think of Lu Jiadong's words so seriously, but instead felt a faint sense of support. This could be seen from Liu Haotian's bright eyes constantly scrutinizing Musharraf's unpredictable cheeks!

Seeing this, the embassy official in charge of the translation was very surprised and even couldn't believe his eyes. You should know that if this happened in their embassy, ​​it would definitely be a serious political mistake. Just giving a criticism was considered a mercy outside the law. But how could the delegation now... Could it be that they... agreed upon...

Before he could finish his thoughts, the embassy official who was in charge of the translation suddenly opened his eyes, and then he realized that as a diplomat who had worked in the embassy for many years, his mind was naturally and quickly. How could he not know that when the delegation members looked so calm, this was a strategy that the delegation had established.

In this case, what else can he say? Perhaps the delegation is going to use this method to test Pakistan's bottom line and ability to withstand. Thinking of this, the embassy officials responsible for translation could only put away their confusing eyes, correct their bodies, and do their own translation work with peace of mind!

The diplomat in charge of the translation of the Chinese Embassy can see the trick. Musharraf, who has been in charge of Pakistan's intelligence agencies for many years, naturally understands that from his heart, he is not surprised that the Chinese delegation raised such a question. After all, Musharraf also knows that China is carrying out economic reforms and opening up to the outside world, which means that China's foreign weapons aid policy that has been pursuing for many years will change.

The Pakistani government and military, which have a deep relationship with China, have long predicted this. Of course, there are factors that cannot make China, a friend with special relationships suffer losses. It is precisely because of this that Pakistan has formulated a plan to purchase weapons for paid purchases from China.

What surprised Musharraf was that this sentence was actually said from the mouth of the young man Lu Jiadong, whom he considered inexperienced, and it seemed to have been recognized by the Chinese delegation. Logically, this should be said by Liu Haotian, as the leader of the delegation. How could an inexperienced boy say it? Could it be that he had read it wrong?

Seeing that, Musharraf had no time to think about it at this time, because Liu Haotian, who was sitting opposite him, looked straight at him with his eyes that seemed to see through everything, which forced Musharraf to answer this question quickly. Fortunately, Musharraf was prepared for this question, so after Lu Jiadong finished speaking, he swept around the Chinese delegation opposite with his deep eyes with his deep eyes, and said slowly:

"I have made it clear before. We Pakistan will never let our friends suffer. We have just received a private aid from Saudi Arabia, so please rest assured about the funds of Chinese friends!"

"It is precisely because the two countries have an unusual friendship that we are concerned about this!" As soon as Musharraf finished speaking, Lu Jiadong also showed a faint smile on his face, but he stared at Musharraf's brown cheek that could not see any joy, anger, sorrow and happiness, and said lightly:

"There is a saying in China that it means that a cannon is lit and ten thousand taels of gold. Now the Soviet army has suffered heavy losses on the border between Baja and Afghanistan. It is imperative to reorganize the Afghan resistance organization. Moreover, your country is now stationing heavy troops in the border areas. The cost of these two items is more than one million US dollars per day. Perhaps it can be survived by some private aid from Arab countries. But if the war is fought for another year, will these aid be enough for two years or even five years?"

"This..." After hearing Lu Jiadong's words, Musharraf's brown face changed slightly and did not answer, while a Pakistani official next to him asked:

"This Chinese friend, do you think that with the strength of the Soviet Union, you can fight in a country like Afghanistan for two or even five years?"

It can be heard that the tone of this Pakistani official was filled with obvious doubts and uncertainty. With the questioning of the Pakistani official, all the eyes of all the personnel in the conference room, including the Chinese delegation, gathered on Lu Jiadong, like dozens of spotlights that instantly turned Lu Jiadong's position into the center of the stage. Lu Jiadong didn't care too much about this, but still had that faint smile, but his words were extremely firm and confident:

"I think it's very possible!" As soon as Lu Jiadong said this, the Chinese personnel were fine. The Pakistani officials across the country looked at the young man who was just in his early twenties in shock. This sentence was really shocking. You must know that the Soviet Union is one of the only two superpowers in the world.

Both national strength and military strength have reached an unprecedented peak. It has been a long time since the poverty-stricken country like Afghanistan has been fighting for half a year. If it is another two or even five years, it is simply unimaginable. However, Lu Jiadong, who is well aware of the historical development, knows that the Soviet Union fought more than five years, but a full ten years. Because of this, Lu Jiadong ignored the surprising gaze of the Pakistani staff and continued:

"Actually, the reason is very simple. Let's think about it. With the strong Soviet strength and the attack ability of the year-old, we fought against the resistance organization in Afghanistan for a full half year but failed to win it. This is enough to prove the firmness and courage of the Afghan resistance organization's combat effectiveness and the determination of the Afghan people to resist aggression!"

As he said that, Lu Jiadong glanced at the Pakistani officials sitting opposite him with his firm eyes, and finally turned his eyes to Musharraf, the director of the Pakistan Army Intelligence Bureau. Although Musharraf's expression did not change significantly after hearing Lu Jiadong's words, Lu Jiadong could still feel his emotional changes from his slightly beating eyebrows. Because of this, Lu Jiadong's tone became earnest:

"You must know what weapons and equipment are used by the Afghan Resistance Organization. Even automatic firearms are only a handful. Semi-automatic firearms are good equipment, and old-fashioned firearms used during World War II can be seen everywhere. But these brave Afghan people used these old and even eliminated weapons and equipment to deal with the Soviet army with excellent equipment and powerful strength for half a year.

This is enough to prove the firm will of the Afghan people, and it also proves that the guerrilla warfare tactics used are effective. If you use your country as a firm support to get effective support, I believe that the Afghan resistance organization will not only resist the Soviet army's continued southward movement, but will become a scalpel that will make this red giant beast blood flow, completely trapping it in Afghanistan and unable to extricate itself!"

As soon as Lu Jiadong finished speaking, Musharraf, who was sitting opposite him, could not help but open his deep eyes in an instant. His eyes became intriguing as if he had re-recognized the young man in his twenties opposite him. In fact, this was true. Starting from beating Lu Jiadong and saying it,

Although there was no obvious change on Musharraf's face, every word Lu Jiadong said made his beating heart strongly resonate, and this resonance made Musharraf re-examine the young man named Lu Jiadong.

Who is he? How could he have such insights? Why is the Soviet invasion of Afghanistan so profound? You should know that even senior negotiators and professional observers with rich experience may not have such insights. No, no, this Lu Jiadong would definitely not be of this age. His actual age should be much older than what he saw, otherwise he would not have such insights and experience unless he was an envoy sent by God......

At this moment, Musharraf's arm was gently touched, which made him come back to his senses from his meditation. Then he looked at the Pakistani official who had just reminded him. The official pointed at Lu Jiadong opposite. Musharraf couldn't help but look up and saw Lu Jiadong asking lightly with a slight smile:

"General Musharraf, do you think my analysis makes sense?"

"This..." Musharraf hesitated for a moment, and at this time, the eyes of everyone in the conference room had gathered on him...
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