On the 19th, the Security Council passed resolution No. 1 to expand sanctions against Japan

In the afternoon, Japanese Foreign Minister Na Ke Zhumo arrived at the United Nations headquarters in New York and declared at the UN General Assembly that Japan developed nuclear weapons for national defense needs and was not directed at any country. At the subsequent general debate at the UN General Assembly, Liao Zhijie, the chief representative of the Republic to the United Nations, strongly condemned Japan's "nuclear risk policy" and demanded that Japan immediately stop nuclear tests, destroy nuclear weapons and all related equipment, and accept comprehensive verification by the International Atomic Energy Agency, etc.; representatives from South Korea, North Korea, Russia and other countries also made similar statements.

On this day, the United Nations Headquarters is the most lively place in the world.

The general debate meeting, which was originally planned to be held for a full 11 hours, was held for almost all countries, and the condemnation was heard. The South Korean representatives extended the rated 15-minute speech time to 2 hours and 2 c hours despite repeated urging from the conference host.

The problem is that the United Nations General Assembly has no decision-making power on key issues.

That night, representatives of the five permanent members of the Security Council held closed-door consultations.

After attending the general debate, Ke Zhumo went to Washington to have secret contact with the US Secretary of State.

At this time, the problems facing the United States are also very serious.

On October 17, South Korean President Park Tae-hyun talked with Frederick on the hotline for 90 minutes after publicly condemning Japan.

No matter what the South Korean president said on the hotline, South Korea's attitude is very clear.

In the past, South Korea would communicate with the United States in advance before issuing any major statement. Let the United States know South Korea's attitude. It can be regarded as a "request for instructions". This time it is completely different. The South Korean president first issued a statement and then communicated with the US president. It is clear that he will no longer "request for instructions" the United States and only communicate with the United States.

The subtle changes just show the attitude of South Korea.

Although South Korea still relies on the United States for national security. However, since the 21st century, South Korea has been seeking independent national defense capabilities. After the Japanese military government came to power, South Korea accelerated the speed of national defense construction. Not only did it purchase advanced weapons and equipment from the United States, including F-35 mainland, it also conducted extensive and in-depth military cooperation and technical exchanges with Russia, China, France, Germany and other countries.

No matter how stupid the Koreans are, they know that the United States is not a completely reliable allied member.

The United States' policy toward Japan's nuclear issue has made South Korea's head cold from the soles of its feet.

Park Tae-hyun made a clear hint when speaking on the hotline with Frederick. If the United States cannot disarm Japan, even if the United States continues to provide South Korea with a nuclear protection umbrella, South Korea will launch a nuclear weapon development plan and strive to develop nuclear weapons and nuclear weapons delivery tools within 3 to 5 years.

For the United States, Japan's nuclear issue is already troublesome enough.

If Japan is lost, if South Korea is lost, the United States' strategic defense line in Asia-Pacific will be gone.

In order to stabilize South Korea's sentiment, Frederick ordered the adjustment of military deployment on the same day and put forward a stance to impose a military threat to Japan.

The problem is, what South Korea needs is substantial action.

Na Ke Zhumo's arrival gave the United States a glimmer of hope. Under Frederick's arrangement, Leslie went to the Japanese Embassy in person to meet Na Ke Zhumo alone.

When he met the Japanese Foreign Minister, Leslie felt indescribable.

He accepted the invitation from Frederick and was invited by the US Secretary of State, Leslie had been to Japan several times and lived in Japan for two years before the East China Sea War in 20166.

The changes in Ke Zhumo's body are a microcosm of Japan's changes.

Unlike previous Japanese Foreign Ministers, Ke Zhumo wore a suit when attending formal occasions, but a tuxedo from the old Japanese Empire. Compared with previous Japanese Foreign Ministers, Ke Zhumo did not look at all gushing in front of the US Secretary of State. Even if his expression was not arrogant, he at least regarded the United States as a country of equality. When receiving Leslie, Ke Zhumo even raised the rules and did not come out to greet him in person, but sent a secretary to come.

Everything proves Japan's idea of ​​trying to get rid of American influence.

At the beginning of the talks, Leslie's feeling became more obvious. Ke Zhumo did not take the initiative to raise the nuclear issue, nor even proposed the relationship between Japan and the United States. Instead, he proposed to build a "common future between Japan and the United States" in a very surprising tone, implying that Japan can cope with China's threats for the United States and share world hegemony with the United States.

"What you mean is that Japan will surely become the dominant force in the future world?"

"Secretary of State, you misunderstood what I mean." Ke Zhumo talked with Murakami Satomasa for a long time before leaving. His attitude was actually Murakami Satomasa. "Japan never thought of becoming a world power like the United States. Japan just wanted to gain its due status and influence. We all have to admit that China poses a huge threat to both of us. Your country's biggest potential enemy is China, and the rise of Japan can share the pressure for your country. For this reason, Japan must have limited strategic deterrence capabilities. Of course, no matter how Japan develops, it cannot become a world power like your country, let alone your country's interests and security structure.

threaten."

Leslie smiled faintly and said, "Is this why your country develops nuclear weapons?"

Ke Zhumo did not avoid this question and gave a positive answer very readily.

"The problem is, in my opinion, your country's reasons are completely unreal." Leslie paused for a moment and said, "According to the alliance agreement signed by both of us, our country will provide national security guarantees for your country, and we have indeed done it for decades. With your country's actual situation, not only will it not be able to engage in a nuclear arms race with China, but it will also cause unimaginable serious consequences. What's more, your country does not have the ability to truly deterrent strategic deterrence. Isn't your country worried about the serious consequences that are difficult to bear?"

Ke Zhumo frowned slightly and said, "Secretary of State means, should we give up?"

“Is there any better choice?”

After pondering for a while, Ke Zhumo said: "The situation is very clear. Our country already has nuclear weapons and is about to have real strategic deterrence capabilities. We will consider the advice of Mr. Secretary of State, but we hope that your country will treat real problems rationally based on the actual situation."

"That is to say, your country will never give up nuclear weapons?"

Ke Zhumo didn't speak, and his attitude was very clear.

"In this case, I can also tell you very clearly." Leslie paused for a moment and said, "If your country does not give up nuclear weapons, we have the right to terminate the performance of alliance obligations at any time according to the treaty signed by both sides. Based on our actual interests and national security, we will definitely take appropriate measures and actions to solve practical problems. Of course, this is not a threat, but just my attitude. I hope you can clearly convey it to your Prime Minister. I also reiterate that our country hopes that your country will truly consider the current international situation and make the most rational and wisest choice."

Speaking of this, the two sides failed to reach an agreement.

When Leslie left the Japanese Embassy and headed for the White House, Ko Chumo spoke with Sadashi Murakami on the phone to report on his contact with the US Secretary of State.

Leslie also immediately reported the situation to US President Frederick in person.

"Don't talk about it?"

"It can be said that the results are more obvious." Leslie breathed a sigh of relief, "We have to be tougher, otherwise Japan will gain a lot of effort.

Judging from Ke Zhumo's attitude, Japan will not pose a threat to us in the short term, nor will it have the intention to replace us."

Frederick smiled bitterly and said, "This is just a short-term goal."

"It is true. Japan is a country that is difficult to understand with our thinking. Japan that has lost control cannot be measured by common sense." Leslie smiled bitterly, "It seems that Japan has taken the initiative to show that it will not pose a threat to us, and it is clearly trying to use our influence to gain enough development time."

"That is, Japan still regards China as its primary threat."

"That's true. China's military mobilization has effect. Japan is worried that the war will break out immediately. The problem is that China will definitely not take substantial military actions immediately because China is not ready for a full-scale war with Japan." Leslie pushed down his glasses and said, "Both sides are fighting for time and are preparing for war. I think we should maintain the current basic policy, focus on South Korea, and try to ensure that there is no new trouble."

Frederick pondered for a while and said, "You mean, let Japan fight against China?"

"Do we have the ability to stop China from fighting against Japan?"

Frederick shook his head for a moment.

"Since you don't have the ability, why do you have to do things that are not thankful?" Leslie said very simply, "China is our most dangerous potential enemy. If Japan continues to develop like this, it will pose a threat to us sooner or later. Only by fighting to the death can we ensure our interests."

"The problem is that China will deal with Japan regardless of whether we exist or not."

"Of course, this is only a matter of time sooner or later. The difference is that without us, China is likely to take other means to defeat Japan, and it may not necessarily choose force. Although the final result will not be much better, it is difficult to truly defeat China with Japan's strength. As long as China concentrates its strength and maintains domestic stability, it will be confident that it will defeat Japan. However, as long as a war breaks out between China and Japan, China's development will be affected, and we will have more than ten or even decades of development time, and ultimately defeat China like defeating the Soviet Union."

Frederick nodded and said, "Since that's the case, we'll sit and enjoy it."

"More commitments and guarantees must be made to South Korea."

"You can arrange this matter immediately. It's better to go to Seoul in person to express your attitude to Park Tae-hyun. As long as South Korea's request is not excessive, all of them will be agreed."

Leslie nodded and said nothing more.

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