【Chapter 96】 Deliberately win over

"So what do you think this so-called trouble is going to be like?"

"First of all, your country's accession to the European Exchange Rate Mechanism has not been approved by several major European countries. I wonder if Mr. Prime Minister has noticed that the main meaning of a speech delivered by the President of the German Bundesbank Schlesinger a few days ago is

Only through currency devaluation can the instability of the European exchange rate mechanism be eliminated. Just yesterday, Schlesinger said at an important meeting that if the European currency unit is considered to be fixed by a basket

The currency composition is wrong, and specifically pointed out that the Italian lira is not a very sound currency. When asked whether Schlesinger liked the European Monetary Unit becoming a currency, Schlesinger said that he only liked the concept, but did not

He doesn’t like the name of this currency. If this currency is called Mark, he will definitely like it very much. So through Mr. Schlesinger’s speech, can we smell something from it?”

Although Major is not an economist, he is the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom after all, and he knows very well what Schlesinger's speech means. If it is to maintain the stability of the European exchange rate mechanism, it would be better to say that the pound and the German mark are in control

A battle over the European economy.

"So Mr. Zhu Mingyang, how do you think we can avoid this situation from getting worse?"

Zhu Mingyang smiled slightly and said: "Since your government has announced that it will join the European Exchange Rate Mechanism, it cannot withdraw at will. The consequences of doing so will be disastrous. There is only one way to go now, to maintain the pound

The strength of the pound prevents some people from maliciously blocking the pound."

Major really took a breath after hearing this. He now felt that Zhu Mingyang was no longer alarmist. This incident was very likely to happen. Once such a result occurs, the pound will definitely depreciate significantly, and what will follow?

That is, the British finance will be fatally damaged, and the country's assets will shrink significantly.

"Mr. Zhu Mingyang, our British economy is healthy and the investment environment is also very good. We currently have nearly 100 billion US dollars in foreign exchange reserves. Do you think one or two people can achieve their greedy goals by blocking the pound?"

If you ask these words to other people, it is really difficult to answer. For Britain, such an old empire, although it has declined over the years, after all, a skinny camel is bigger than a horse. No one will think that the pound is weak and easy to bully.

.

But is Zhu Mingyang, who is sitting opposite him now, an ordinary person? He does know that in the previous life, it was precisely because of Soros's blockade of the pound that the pound devalued significantly. Although the Bank of England used foreign exchange to vigorously buy pounds,

But the result was in vain, the exchange rate of the pound did not gain support, and the final outcome was that the Major government was forced to announce its withdrawal from the European Exchange Rate Mechanism.

"Mr. Prime Minister, none of us want to see this disappointing result, but the problem is that this situation is very likely to happen. As a friend of your country, I just suggest that Mr. Prime Minister can prepare in advance to avoid

You were caught off guard at the time, and your country's financial order was disrupted by certain financial giants in the United States."

Now Zhu Mingyang's words are very clear. Even some financial giants in the United States have said it. He almost didn't mention Soros's name. However, seeing Major shaking his head, Zhu Mingyang sighed. Anyway, he has already said it.

I've reminded you, it's up to you whether you listen or not. When you hit your head on the wall and bleed, you will know that what I said today is correct.

Major picked up the teacup and thought for a moment, then put it down and asked: "Mr. Zhu Mingyang, you are right. No matter whether such a situation will happen or not, the UK must be prepared. Americans are greedy. Of course.

This does not include your British friend. If you wanted to stop the release of the pound, I mean what if, what would you do?"

"Although your country has nearly 100 billion U.S. dollars in foreign exchange reserves, and it looks very strong on the surface, the pound is actually very weak. I am just making a hypothesis now. If it were me, I would only need to spend 10 billion

The U.S. dollar can successfully block the pound, and within a short period of time, I will have a 200% profit."

"Mr. Zhu Mingyang, isn't your celebration a bit appalling?"

Zhu Mingyang shook his head and said: "I hope my hypothesis is not true. I don't want to do this myself. The depreciation of the pound will not do me any good. I still hope that the Prime Minister can treat me as a friend rather than an enemy."

Zhu Mingyang's words have been very clear. In fact, he is telling Major that you'd better not regard me as an enemy. If you dare to treat me as an enemy, I am fully capable of defeating the pound and I am absolutely capable of taking the British economy backwards.

Ten years, or even more, Britain's nearly 100 billion U.S. dollars of foreign exchange reserves are nothing in Zhu Mingyang's eyes, and it can be done in less than a month.

"Mr. Zhu Mingyang, it can be seen from your investment in the UK that you have confidence in our British economy. I also believe that when your prediction comes true, you will definitely support the UK because we are now friends.

Already."

"Mr. Prime Minister, I have already said that I am just a businessman and there is no need for me to get involved in political matters. However, I still like what you said that we are friends now."

"I'm talking about what if, what would you do if something like this really happened?"

After wasting so much effort, the big fish finally took the bait. Under such circumstances, Zhu Mingyang would not mind teasing Major for a while. Only by making him have no strength can he really catch the fish. Zhu Mingyang judged

Yes, Major did take the bait. He

What he can see or do, others can also see or do. Although Zhu Mingyang has a wealth of more than 2 trillion US dollars, there are too many rich people in the world. The real rich tycoons are just hiding behind the scenes.

It's just behind the scenes and will never really show up.

In fact, Zhu Mingyang also reminded Major on the one hand, and also put forward his own price on the other. In fact, he was telling Major that if you don't agree with the conditions I proposed, I won't mind taking a gamble with you. I lose.

At most, you will only lose a small amount of money, but what you lose is your political future and even the interests of the entire conservative party.

Since Major also realized that what Zhu Mingyang said might happen, he naturally tried his best to win over him. Next, Major made many wishes to Zhu Mingyang, and even offered to help Zhu Mingyang get the Queen's award, but nothing happened.

Nothing can impress Zhu Mingyang.

"My friend, what exactly do you need from me so that you can help us in Britain when necessary?"

Zhu Mingyang did not answer such a question directly, but asked pointedly: "I heard that your government is planning to build a new international airport in Hong Kong."

Major was shocked when he heard this. This matter is still brewing. How did Zhu Mingyang know about it? But the expression on his face did not change at all and said: "Mr. Zhu Mingyang, I don't know where I got this news from.

, but I want to assure you that this is definitely a rumor."

Zhu Mingyang looked at Major for a while and smiled calmly: "Mr. Prime Minister also knows that I have several industries in Hong Kong. I don't want Hong Kong's economy to suffer man-made damage. Although I am just a businessman, for politics

Not interested at all, but I don't allow it

If Hong Kong's economy encounters damage, several of my properties in Hong Kong will also suffer losses. When I passed by Hong Kong a month ago, I exchanged views with Hong Kong business people.

We have also reached a consensus in this regard.”

Although Zhu Mingyang did not say it explicitly, Major knew very well that the construction of a new Hong Kong International Airport was first proposed by his conservative party. Its purpose was to use up the Hong Kong government's fiscal surplus and improve Hong Kong's economy.

It was hit hard, and at the same time, it left a big hole for the Chinese government in the future. This was a plan that struck one blow after another.

The plan is too vicious. If Hong Kong's economy is hit hard, they will say it is caused by the Chinese government taking back Hong Kong. Without Britain, Hong Kong will not continue to maintain prosperity and stability. If the Chinese government fills this gap,

This hole will carry a heavy burden and will inevitably affect China's reform and opening up process.

"The wealth of the Hong Kong government was created by Hong Kong people. The British government will not interfere. As for whether to build a new international airport, everything will be based on the opinions of Hong Kong citizens."

Zhu Mingyang smiled and said: "Does Mr. Prime Minister's statement represent you personally or your government?"

Major felt extremely uncomfortable when he saw Zhu Mingyang's aggressive attitude. Zhu Mingyang kept flaunting that he was just a businessman and had no interest in politics, but in fact he was still speaking for China.

Although he felt uncomfortable, he did not dare to show it. He knew that this was also one of the conditions proposed by Zhu Mingyang. If he was really angered, Zhu Mingyang might really block the pound. If it were other people,

Major may not care, but judging from the information he has, Zhu Mingyang's wealth is hundreds of billions of dollars. It's huge.

Rich people, he definitely doesn’t dare to take it lightly. The funds owned by one person alone are more than the entire foreign exchange reserves of the British government. If there is really a fall out, and who like this super rich man has no other

As for hidden wealth, if it joins forces with Soros, what will the British government use to fight against it? The consequences are really unimaginable.

Let Zhu Mingyang disappear from the earth? Although Major can do it, he really doesn't have the courage. You must know that Zhu Mingyang is now an American citizen. Besides, does a super rich man like this have a private armed force behind him? Besides, the British government

There was a lot of friction with the U.S. government during this period of time, and some of the conflicts were very sharp. Once the U.S. government knew that the British government was responsible, Major could figure out what would happen with his toes.

"As I said just now, these are all rumors. The government I lead will never do such a thing that harms others and does not benefit self-interest."

Zhu Mingyang looked at Major's eyes carefully and found that he did not look like he was telling lies. He smiled and said: "In fact, maintaining the prosperity and stability of Hong Kong is also in the interest of your country. According to public data, your country's

Hong Kong's direct investment is also between 90 billion and 100 billion pounds. Based on the lowest rate of return, your government can get from Hong Kong every year

100 billion Hong Kong dollars. Furthermore, Hong Kong is playing a central role in the Eurasian economy. As China's reform continues to deepen, Hong Kong's status will become more and more important. Therefore, Hong Kong's stability is in line with your country.

, the interests of China and Hong Kong, if you are not a short-sighted person, you will not do anything stupid that harms the stability of Hong Kong."

Zhu Mingyang pointed out Sang and scolded Huai, which made Major's face show a trace of embarrassment. He wanted to retort a few words, but there was no reason. One can imagine the depression in his heart.

While Major was depressed here, he heard Zhu Mingyang say: "If Hong Kong is compared to a child, then China is his biological mother, and your country is his adoptive mother. As a mother, I believe that your country and China will both

Working hard for the prosperity and stability of Hong Kong."

Zhu Mingyang's words were very generous, and he truly managed to move people with reason and emotion. Coupled with Zhu Mingyang's threatening remarks, Major had to lower his noble head. Fortunately, this matter has not yet been put into practice.

, otherwise it will be really troublesome.

If it was just speculation before, then Major can now conclude that the reason why Zhu Mingyang wanted to acquire the Royal Bank of England and Rover Motor Company was to demonstrate his strong economic strength to the UK and force the British government to make concessions, and this condition

Major also had to accept it, otherwise not only would Hong Kong's economy not be brought down, but the British pound would also be devastated.

"Mr. Zhu Mingyang, you are not only a very shrewd businessman, but also a very skillful negotiator. I accept your conditions."

Zhu Mingyang pouted. If I just ask you to accept my condition, wouldn't it be too advantageous for you? I'm just leaving tens of billions of dollars to make no profit. Is this the only benefit I'll get? Since you have so much interest in me

If you are afraid, it's my fault for pressing harder and harder. Wouldn't it be stupid if you don't take advantage of such a great opportunity to maximize your own interests?

Thinking of this, Zhu Mingyang deliberately said that his trip was coming from New York, USA: "Mr. Prime Minister, the Concorde I took this time from New York to your country left me very impressed by its comfort and good mechanical performance.

I’m very impressed. I heard that this aircraft was jointly developed by your country and France, right?”

Major nodded and said, "You are right. The Concorde was indeed jointly developed by Britain and France. I wonder what Mr. Zhu Mingyang's intention was in mentioning this issue?"

"I also heard that the two countries spent US$2 billion in development costs when developing this type of aircraft?"

"I don't know the specific data, but the gap shouldn't be too big."

Zhu Mingyang smiled: "Mr. Prime Minister, if you pay, you must get something. Your country's aircraft company is currently in a difficult situation, and its finances are also in trouble. If possible, I would like to provide some financial support."

Major never imagined in his wildest dreams that Zhu Mingyang would have such a huge appetite, not only acquiring the Royal Bank of England and Rover Motor Company, but also intervening in the British civil aviation industry.

"Does the government interfere with specific business activities?"

"The British Aircraft Company in your country is a state-owned enterprise. I hope to get the support of the Prime Minister." Seeing Major's hesitation, Zhu Mingyang decided to strike while the iron was hot and said: "If you can get the strong support of the Prime Minister, I will give you

and the best interests of your Conservative party."
To be continued...