Chapter 1576, must find a way to get a piece of the pie
In Lesotho, Spain, in a luxurious palace decorated extensively with oriental colors, Fernando and Isabella, a couple, are discussing national affairs.
Because both of them are kings of Spain, and each has the support of the kingdom behind them, all matters of the Spanish Empire are basically decided by the two couples through discussion.
"Haven't all the Persians been killed in West Africa?"
Isabella looked at the world map and said.
Now the Spanish Empire is in great need of the wealth of the West African colonies. The continuous foreign wars over the years have also made the wealthy Spanish Empire poorer. Although the Spanish Empire has won these wars, the money has indeed been exhausted.
"No, the Persian army in West Africa is modeled after the Ming Dynasty's army. It has extremely strong combat effectiveness. Moreover, there are Koreans who are restraining our strength, so we have never been able to completely eliminate these Persians."
"The Persians have nothing to worry about. What they are most worried about now is the Koreans."
"They still have some warships in West Africa, and they have the ability to sneak attack on our colonial strongholds. Last time, they also attacked our Fernando Island together with the Persians, and they almost succeeded."
"In addition, the Koreans have a close relationship with the Ming people. They can get a steady stream of support from the Ming Empire. I estimate that their new fleet is already heading to West Africa."
Fernando shook his head slightly. Things in West Africa had been a headache for the two of them. The Ottoman Empire and the Koreans joined forces. Although they were suppressed by Spain, they also brought a lot of trouble to Spain.
"We must find a way to deal with their power in West Africa before their fleet arrives."
"It's difficult. Their colonial strongholds are well-defended, and there are more than tens of thousands of troops stationed there. Their strength is concentrated. It will be difficult for us to attack them. Even if we attack them, we will suffer heavy losses."
Fernando shook his head. Duke Colster had explained the situation in West Africa to him in detail.
"England, France, and Portugal are becoming more and more rampant. Our treasure ships and colonial strongholds are being attacked more and more frequently."
"When can your counterattack plan begin?"
"We can't let them continue to be arrogant like this, pretending to be pirates, which is something only they can do."
"If nothing else happens, you will receive the news soon."
"Are those Japanese dwarfs really reliable?"
"Even though they are short, they are more ferocious and ruthless than anything else, as bloodthirsty as wolves, and full of wisdom.":.
"What I'm worried about is their strength. When we look for allies, it's actually best to find powerful allies."
"The strength of the Japanese country is not weak. They are also a vassal state of the Ming Empire and can receive continuous support from the Ming Empire."
"What worries me now is that here in West Africa, there is a vassal state called Xingguo that has repeatedly provoked us in Spain. I asked people to find out. This Xingguo has a great background. King Xing is the younger brother of the current emperor of the Ming Dynasty. His
Xingguo is connected to several of our colonies and wants to annex our colonies."
"There have been several conflicts over this. If I weren't afraid of the Ming Empire behind him, I would have dealt with him long ago."
"People from Ming Dynasty are not easy to mess with~"
"Yeah, it's not easy to mess with. If we do, we'll be in real trouble. But we can't let this Xingguo bully us all the time. We must find a way to make them suffer a little, so they know how powerful they are."
"Hmm~"
The couple faced the huge world map and kept discussing each and every troublesome matter.
"Your Majesty, Your Majesty~"
"The news just came from Egypt that the Egyptian canal has been opened. It is expected that the navigation fees can be collected nearly 18 million taels of silver a year!"
At this time, a minister hurried over and shouted very excitedly.
"Eighteen million taels of silver a year?"
When Fernando and Isabella heard this, they were immediately shocked.
They also knew about the opening of the canal, but they didn't originally think that the canal could bring much revenue. There were only dozens of ships passing through the canal every day, so how much money could be collected.
Who knew that half a month later, it was said that this canal could collect 18 million taels of silver a year, which was very impressive and very tempting.
Although Spain has a huge colony and plunders a large amount of gold, ivory, and slaves every year, it only amounts to tens of millions of taels of silver a year.
Egypt is good, but just by collecting tolls in front of your home, you have to collect 18 million taels of silver a year. Just thinking about it makes people jealous and angry.
Spain has actually been coveting Egypt for a long time.
Egypt's geographical location is very important. It is located at the intersection of Europe, Asia and Africa. In addition, Egypt has a large population. If Egypt can be turned into its own colony, the slave trade alone will be prosperous in the future. This Egypt is not a Kunlun slave. In the Ming Dynasty, it can
Buy at a good price.
However, Egypt is different from places like West Africa. You can occupy a colony by sailing just a few ships there. Egypt is an ancient civilization with a long history and culture.
The European Crusades were once carried out here in Egypt, and they were rubbed on the ground by the legendary king Baibars I, casting a shadow. The Mamluk Kingdom relied on military power and its combat power was absolutely overwhelming.
Spain dares to colonize in West Africa, but it does not dare to provoke Egypt, because it is very likely that the gain will not be worth the loss, and even after spending a lot of money, it may not be possible to succeed.
At that time, they might not have any meat to eat, but they would also be in trouble. Arabian pirates and North African pirates are still lingering demons for the Spaniards.
That is to say, the Spanish Empire became stronger and the Ottoman Empire weakened in these years. Otherwise, the Spaniards would still be attacked and harassed by these North African pirates every year.
Now that Fernando heard that the Egyptian canal was generating huge profits every year, he immediately became jealous.
"The Egyptians are in trouble now~"
"The Ottoman Empire has long coveted Egypt, and will definitely try to annex it. The Persian Empire is also very ambitious. It is fighting to the death with the Ottoman Empire in the Arabian Peninsula, so it will definitely not let go of Egypt as a whole.
Fatty."
"We must find a way to participate. Even if we cannot get Egypt, we must establish a few colonial strongholds and sell Egyptian slaves."
Fernando walked up and down, bad water brewing in his stomach.
To Europeans, England is a completely shameless pirate. From the king to the common people, they are pirates at heart and their ancestors are also pirates.
France, Spain, and Portugal are pirates who want to be shameless. Sometimes they still have to be shameless, but as long as there are enough benefits, they can be completely shameless.
The ships sailing on the sea are all pirates and merchants. When they can't be defeated, they are merchants doing business with you. But whenever there is an opportunity for free prostitution or robbery, they will definitely reveal their pirate nature.
Generally speaking, Europeans are all pirates, it just depends on whether they want to be shameless or shameless.
Having a premonition that a war was very likely to break out in Egypt, and smelling an opportunity, Fernando also became excited.
Egypt is a great place.
The Nile River brought not only water, but also a vast and fertile oasis. Egypt's huge population was endless wealth for them.
A slave was sold to the Ming Dynasty for more than ten taels of silver, and female slaves were even more valuable. This was a smooth transaction.
"Immediately summon the ministers and nobles to come and discuss how to get a share of the Egyptian pie."
Without hesitation, Fernando gave the order.
The Spanish Empire in this matter is powerful and has a powerful fleet in the Mediterranean. It is fully capable of intervening in Egypt and participating in this feast.
In Egypt, Kansu II was hosting a banquet for Tong Yuan and others to practice.
In a few years, thanks to the construction of this canal, Egypt also lived a good life for several years. Cansu II seized the opportunity and consolidated his power and status.
Now that the canal is open, there are considerable profits every year, and he has money in his hands. Cansu II's ambitions are growing as quickly as weeds.
Little did they know that Egypt at this moment had already become a target in the eyes of powerful enemies from all sides. Not only was the Ottoman Empire moving its European armies to the Middle East, but the Persian Empire was also trying to open up a route to Egypt and prepare for it.
Attempt an expedition to Egypt.
Even the Spaniards have dispatched their fleets, ready to take a bite out of the fat meat of Egypt. Even some of the colonies and vassal states of the Ming Dynasty are salivating over Egypt. We provide you with the fastest Ming Zhenhai King.
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