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Chapter 624 We Are All Americans Tonight

The 911/[-] incident, which happened at the beginning of the century, is of special significance in American history.According to Bush Jr.'s definition, this is a war attack on the United States. Its scale is far beyond the previous terrorist incidents, and the damage caused to the United States is similar to that of a medium-intensity war.

For a long time, the 911/[-] incident has become a lingering nightmare for most Americans.Since the end of World War II, the United States has become the number one power in the world. It has sent troops more than a dozen times. The flames of war have burned all over the world, but it has never been burned on its own head.The American people's understanding of war is sitting in front of the TV, crossing their legs and laughing about the death and life of people in other countries.

The 911/[-] incident changed all this. It made Americans feel the pain of war befalling them, and let Americans know what it means to reciprocate grievances.The homeland that Americans once thought was extremely safe no longer exists, and terrorist attacks have hung a sharp sword over the heads of every American.

The impact of 911/[-] on the global political landscape is also very far-reaching, and the most affected one is the relationship between China and the United States.

Since the founding of New China, Sino-US relations have experienced ups and downs.At the turn of the century, two major incidents occurred between China and the United States: the US bombing of the Chinese embassy in Yugoslavia and the collision of planes in the South China Sea. By the middle of 2001, the relationship between the two countries was in a state of extreme tension.There are also many debates in the United States about Sino-US relations: some people think that the interests of China and the United States are more than disputes, and some actions should be taken to ease the relationship between the two sides; Contain it while China's economy is still underdeveloped, so as not to raise a tiger into trouble.

At a time when the US political circles were indecisive, such a 911/[-] terrorist attack occurred, which turned the attention of the US ruling and opposition parties to anti-terrorism.At this time, the party that advocates containing China can't say anything more. After all, the mainstream public opinion is on dealing with terrorists.The side that advocates Sino-US friendship has found a basis, that is, it believes that the United States should establish a broad anti-terrorist united front that includes China, and it is time to extend an olive branch to China.

In 20 or 50 years, I don't know how American historians will comment on this change in American foreign policy.But on the Chinese Internet 10 years later, many netizens joked that Bin Laden was undoubtedly a major contributor to China's rise. September 911 left the United States with no time to deal with China, thus missing the last opportunity to contain China.

When the United States paid hundreds of billions of dollars and the lives of thousands of young people and finally declared victory in the war on terrorism, it was surprised to find that China had grown into a huge economy with the second largest GDP in the world, with trillions of dollars in its hands. The U.S. national debt is no longer the poor country that can be easily bullied in the past.However, the United States, which won the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq, lost economically and became a "loser".

Lin Zhenhua, who had foreseen all these changes, had a solid and calm attitude after confirming that the 911/40 incident happened as scheduled.It is inconvenient for him to show a look of joy and encouragement like Xiao Hei, but he definitely does not have any compassionate international spirit. Although he is already [-] years old, his values ​​​​are not much different from Xiao Hei. An angry youth with strong nationalist sentiments.

"Zhenhua, have you heard that there was a terrorist attack in the United States yesterday morning?"

Early the next morning, as soon as Lin Zhenhua arrived at the office, Xiang Zhe hurried over to exchange ideas with him.Xiang Zhe, who has studied in the United States, naturally knows what such a terrorist attack means to the United States. However, what he thinks most about is the impact it will have on China and Hanhua.

Lin Zhenhua nodded and said: "I heard about it last night. Now the Internet is full of news, but the paper media seems to have no detailed news."

Xiang Zhe handed the newspaper he was holding to Lin Zhenhua, and said, "When I came to work, I saw an issue of "Southern Economic Guide" on the news stand. I thought it was interesting, so I bought it. Ordered a copy, you can see."

"Southern Economic Guide?" Lin Zhenhua laughed and said, "I knew that when this kind of thing happened, it would definitely not be able to hold back."

As he spoke, he took the newspaper that Xiang Zhe handed over, opened it, and couldn't help laughing.I saw that in the middle of the front page of this issue, the words "911" were printed in pitch black, surrounded by images of terrorist attacks, and of course there was a scene of the New York Twin Towers emitting thick smoke.In the lower part of the middle, there was also a comment with a voice and appearance, titled "Tonight, we are all Americans!"

"Haha, tonight, they all became Americans. I don't know if the US Immigration Service will trouble them." Lin Zhenhua teased contemptuously.

Xiang Zhe also smiled slightly, and said: "These people are spiritual Americans. If they really want to immigrate, I guess the United States will not want it. When the United States raided Yugoslavia, I didn't see them claiming that they were all Yugoslavians."

Lin Zhenhua flipped through the newspaper in a hurry, then threw it aside casually, and said: "There is nothing new. It is nothing more than calling himself an American in spirit, condemning all attacks on the United States, and not forgetting to ridicule China in his busy schedule. I I feel that the mainstream media in the United States may not be as excited and extreme as they are."

Xiang Zhe and Lin Zhenhua have been partners for many years, and their values ​​are very similar. He nodded and agreed with Lin Zhenhua's point of view, and then said: "In any case, this is also a social trend of thought, and we should respect their right to speak. Forget it, Zhenhua, let’s not talk about them, do you think the 911 incident will have any impact on our Hanhua? Is it a good thing or a bad thing?”

"I think it should be a good thing." Lin Zhenhua said, "This incident will interfere with the voice of the United States to contain China, which will help us obtain technology and markets from the United States."

Xiang Zhe said: "I also have the same feeling. However, I have not seen the stance of the American political circles so far, so I am still a little uneasy. Do you think it is possible for the United States to return to conservatism because of this terrorist attack?" Go up the line, so as to adopt more restrictive policies against China?"

Lin Zhenhua said: "I don't think so. In fact, after hearing the news last night, I called Ford, Radka and others to find out their views on this matter."

"You didn't call with a gloating attitude, did you?" Xiang Zhe asked half-jokingly. He could see that Lin Zhenhua was indeed gloating about the 911 incident. It doesn't matter if you show this emotion in the office , If you call Americans, you must not reveal it.

Lin Zhenhua said: "Am I so stupid? Actually, the first thing I called was to express my condolences to them. However, what surprised me was that Ford and Radka's reaction to this matter was surprisingly strong. I I originally thought that since they don't live in New York, they shouldn't have such a strong reaction."

Xiang Zhe said: "Maybe it's because we didn't put ourselves in their shoes and think about it. According to media estimates, the death toll caused by this terrorist attack may exceed 3000. This is a huge blow to American society." Trauma, it's normal for them to react strongly."

"Well, that's what they said." Lin Zhenhua said, "According to Ford, Congress will hold an emergency meeting to discuss matters related to the 911/[-] terrorist attack. He predicts that this terrorist attack will directly change the current foreign policy of the United States and will Terrorism is determined to be the main opponent of the United States. If this is the case, relations with China will definitely be fully unfreezed. He also said that the attitudes of several congressmen he knows who hold a strong anti-China stance are loosening, which should be a relatively common phenomenon. response."

"That's great!" Xiang Zhe said in relief, clapping his fists, "For a while, I've been thinking that our China has now reached a critical moment. If we can overcome this hurdle in front of us, the future will be bright. The most important obstacle affecting China's progress is the United States. If the foreign policy of the United States can really change to a pro-China anti-terrorism direction, that is our greatest opportunity."

"Hehe, Lao Xiang, don't worry, this opportunity will definitely come." Lin Zhenhua said relaxedly.

Xiang Zhe said: "Actually, I think so too. However, when encountering such a big event, I still want to hear your opinion first. I found that the bigger the event, the more accurate your prediction is. Some time ago, We are worried that the integrated circuit equipment ordered from the United States will not be able to pass the approval of the US Department of Commerce. You said that things will turn around within a few months, and now it is true... By the way, Zhenhua, you did not know in advance what would happen in the United States Such a terrorist attack, right?"

"Uh..." Lin Zhenhua was choked enough, and it took him a long time to say: "This matter, it is a bit foreseeable, isn't it too much? The United States has offended many people in the Middle East over the years. In fact, this attack is It will happen sooner or later. You don't suspect that I planned it, do you?"

Xiang Zhe shook his head with a smile and said, "That's not the case. If you want to plan such a thing, you have to be someone like Lan Wufeng to do it. By the way, Zhenhua, I think we should do something now." Positive measures will make the United States feel our sincerity, so as to facilitate the chip production line as soon as possible. This opportunity is very rare, let's not miss it in vain."

"Well, you're right." Lin Zhenhua said, he thought for a while, and said, "Old Xiang, what do you think we donate a little money to the victims of terrorist attacks in the United States in the name of Hanhua Group? For example, 10 1 U.S. dollars, it’s really not good, [-] is okay, at least it’s a meaning, right?”

"Donate money to Americans? Are you afraid of gossip?" Xiang Zhe laughed.

"What are you afraid of? We are all Americans tonight!" Lin Zhenhua picked up the Nandao account that he had just thrown aside like garbage, and waved it in his hand as if showing off, which made Xiang Zhehui Heart laughed.

(End of this chapter)