Chapter 21 Trading
For the future marshals, time travelers must respect it. They should not be respected for his great reputation in history, but simply to obtain orders from the Admiralty, and for those Jinmakes, time travelers cannot have a stalemate with him. Establishing a good relationship with him is equivalent to indirectly establishing a good relationship with the future German Emperor.
But Bismarck's representative is different. The baron himself is not famous in history. From the perspective of his duties, he is at most a stone to ask for directions! For a role of this level, he does not have to be polite to him as a time traveler. He does have to communicate with the Prime Minister, and he does need to talk openly about what they need before the exchange. However, it is best not to let too many irrelevant personnel know about this thing. Therefore, the time traveler decided to communicate with the Prime Minister's nephew first. If Viscount Aiden is just a stone, then the latter can at least serve as a soundtrack!
Besides, as the representative of the Empire in Bavaria, is it normal to communicate with the Empire before leaving? Even if Tirpitz knows about this, he can't say anything!
"Mr. Earl. I know what the Prime Minister means, and I know what he is worried about. But he doesn't know me, or Bavaria's demands. We don't have much interest in the empire's foreign policy. Compared with the empire's naval construction and use, I am more concerned about the people's livelihood and finances of the kingdom." The time traveler said to the reluctant Earl Bismarck with a happy face.
"However, one thing I need to make clear is that even the Prime Minister cannot use this as a threat to ask the Kingdom to use the votes in his hands to cooperate with his actions!" The time traveler changed his tone and expressed his attitude.
"If Baron Aiden offends His Highness, I will apologize to you on his behalf." The Count stood up and bowed and said. "The Prime Minister just hopes that the current foreign policy can be stable, and the expansion of the navy will not affect the current basic situation. After all, it is not easy for us to obtain our current status."
"If it cannot be affected, the expansion of the Imperial Navy is imperative! In the next three years, the Imperial Navy will need 6 to 8 armored cruisers to replace the old cruisers and some coastal defense warships! This is not possible but inevitable! The Empire's failure to build tens of thousands of tons of battleships is itself a move to show good to the maritime powers. Because of the location and overseas base issues of the Empire itself, these cruisers will not have any impact on the current Britain even if they are used to break the diplomatic relationship!" His Highness paused and continued: "The Kingdom has no plans for the latest round of naval shipbuilding plans. The Prime Minister can at least feel at 3 years."
"I think in three years, it will be enough for the Prime Minister and the Bavarian royal family to discuss many issues." In the end, the Time Traveler and his cheap dad came up with a way to retreat to advance. This period of the naval military expansion plan has been basically finalized, and it is almost a procedure. The Kingdom of Bavaria does not have a long-term plan. At this time, it is an unwise choice to jump out and become enemies with the Prime Minister. Besides, not only Germany built ships, but Britain, Russia and France have to build them! Now it is a seller's market. There is no need to worry about sales at all, so the concessions to Bismarck will not make the Time Traveler suffer!
Isn't it a good thing to sell the Prime Minister to a favor and then ask him to think about how to make a deal in the future? When it expands again, it should be the period of the Sino-Japanese War of 1894-1895. At that time, it was a storm and the great powers were showing their prominence! If it was a struggle, it would be meaningful at that time. Now? There is no need! Now someone is almost like to say: "Brother has already shown goodwill, will the Prime Minister not express it?" Use concessions to exchange for benefits! It depends on what price Bismarck gives!
"The imperial government decided to take a subsidy measure to increase domestic food self-sufficiency. You know, no country can rely on its neighbors to ensure its own food security. Especially when our navy is not strong enough to ensure the safety of maritime transportation lines. And in the subsidy program, the infrastructure is relatively backward and the land needs to be renovated will be the top priority, and the kingdom can obtain 30% of the grant."
"The allocation for this plan is about 10 million marks this year. Bavaria can obtain 3 million marks from the central government for agriculture. Is this plan okay? If the effect is significant, the allocation can continue to increase. The increase rate next year may be about 15%," the count explained with a smile.
"Marc is given for free in one year! I don't know how to refuse this." The time traveler thought carefully. If this trend continues, in the first few years, the income from my steel plates was not as big as that of this financial subsidy!
Bismarck is indeed powerful. It is obviously a deal between himself and the Kingdom of Bavaria, but it can make a great name! Agricultural subsidy! Doing agricultural construction well! Who dares to object? Whoever opposes is ****, whoever stands on the opposite side of the vast number of Junker estate owners! Whether you are a capitalist or a financier, facing the united Junker will only be torn to pieces! This agricultural subsidy not only benefits Bavaria, but also benefits many Prussian farmers! Don’t forget that Prussia accounts for 60% of Germany’s area! As the Dragon Rise of the German Emperor, East Prussia has a large number of Junker nobles who are loyal to the royal family. After gaining the support of Junker nobles and their most powerful younger brothers, this plan will definitely be passed and won the reputation for Bismarck! Moreover, the increase in food self-sufficiency rate naturally reduces the import quantity. The German central government may not lose money!
"I wish our cooperation a happy time, and I hope that the friendship between the central government and Bavaria can continue." The prince was very satisfied with the result. The meaning of this sentence is that the agreement was made!
"I am looking forward to discussing some more in-depth issues with the Prime Minister in the future. I admire the Prime Minister's diplomatic methods very much. On the one hand, it is friendly with the Austro-Hungarian Empire, but at the same time it does not indulge Austro-Hungarian, so that he can maintain restraint on the Balkan issue. This method is very good to avoid the occurrence of weak countries kidnap powerful countries. The Prime Minister's reinsurance treaty is just a swap between the left and right hands! The reinsurance treaty supports the Mediterranean Treaty, and in this way, Germany has not lost anything, but has prevented France and Russia from approaching!" The prince said with a smile.
Some people say that Germany gave the Russians too much, which determined Russia's dominance over Bulgaria and East Asian Menia, but also ensured the closure of the Black Sea and did not allow foreign fleets to enter the Dardanelles of Turkey! But in fact, Germany did not give anything except verbal support!
First of all, Germany has no idea of taking action against the Balkans. Only Austro-Hungary can compete with Russia for the Balkans, and Austro-Hungary is at a disadvantage. Since Russia has guaranteed to maintain the stability of the Balkans, Austro-Hungary's interests are temporarily guaranteed. The closure of the Black Sea is only verbally proposed, and Germany only guarantees to put pressure on Turkey diplomatically, but it is hard to say whether it is useful! If Russia insists on leaving the Black Sea, there will naturally be the Mediterranean Treaty of Britain, Austria and Italy to deal with it. The three countries guarantee Turkey's sovereignty and resist Russia's westward advance! Germany only fulfills its neutral obligations in accordance with the reinsurance treaty. Can Russia have no relationship with the three countries of Gang and Germany?
"I really didn't expect that His Highness the Prince also had such profound diplomatic achievements. It is hard to imagine that such words were proposed by a 20-year-old. I think my uncle is happy to share some diplomatic insights with you." On the one hand, the count sighed at the other's vision, and on the other hand, he also realized that the other party had given an olive branch to his uncle, and the other party also supported him in foreign policy! Judging from these points alone, the Prime Minister seems to be able to rest assured!
"This talk is a victorious talk." The Count was very proud!
Chapter completed!