Rise of Australia

Chapter 113 Union or Merger (please subscribe!)
"Oh?" Arthur became interested, looked at Grant Wilson, and asked, "Why?"

why?Grant Wilson was taken aback, but he quickly replied: "In essence, New Zealand once belonged to Australia. Both regions have the same source of immigration and culture, and the distance is not far away."

"What's more, both Australia and New Zealand are too vulnerable to the world environment alone. New Zealanders have a very high independence sentiment at the moment, but I think even if New Zealand succeeds in independence, it cannot rely on its own strength. Based on the world. If you want to truly build a powerful country, only New Zealand and Australia can see it.” Grant Wilson said solemnly.

Grant Wilson was not opposed to New Zealand independence, and was even quite supportive.

Because only after New Zealand becomes an independent country, can New Zealand's local forces and officials like Grant Wilson get the chance to be promoted instead of being suppressed by the British.

However, after independence, New Zealand not only did not have sufficient armed forces, but also did not have enough funds to develop itself.

Under such a premise, the combination of two very similar countries, Australia and New Zealand, seems to Grant Wilson to be the most correct choice.

New Zealand is not far from Australia, and together they can completely control Oceania and plot more land.

Grant Wilson had similar ideas to Arthur, but Arthur could not accept that New Zealand and Australia were simply united.

As for New Zealand, which is not only close to Australia, but also has extremely similar population structure and cultural origin, or even the same area, Arthur has no reason to let go.

Although Australians and New Zealanders sound like two ethnic groups, they are actually just new names for British immigrants to call themselves and their partners based on their current hometown.

Regardless of culture or origin, the vast majority of Australians and New Zealanders are pure British.

"The union of Australia and New Zealand is indeed a good way. Australia is willing to work together with the New Zealanders to jointly develop Australia and New Zealand by forming a federation." Arthur said slowly.

Grant Wilson hesitated in his heart, but nodded calmly on the surface.

Forming a federation with Australia is Grant Wilson's most helpless choice for New Zealand.

Judging from the current size of New Zealand and Australia, it must be Australia that has gained the most voice after the formation of the federation.

This is not so friendly to Grant Wilson, and Australia will not allow New Zealand's growing power to threaten Australia's dominance.

"How many members does the Coalition Party have now? How much can the Coalition Party achieve in the next election?" Arthur asked.

Individuals can also participate in elections in New Zealand, but political parties still have a very large advantage over individuals.

If the Coalition Party can take advantage of New Zealand's largest party to gain more positions in the next election, or to fight for more city mayor positions, then it will be very important for inciting public opinion in New Zealand, and even for New Zealand to join Australia in the future. Good push.

"Currently, the Coalition Party has more than 60 members, Your Highness. The next election will be in May next year, and we are attacking more positions." Grant Wilson replied [-].

Arthur nodded, and then said: "I will set up a political political group as the governor-general in New Zealand. The members of the political group are elected by the people of New Zealand. I hope that the Coalition Party can get a majority of the seats in the political group, and I will also secretly Give you some support."

suffrage?Grant Wilson was taken aback.Listening to the name, it is an institution with a lot of power, not to mention the fact that it was established by the Governor of New Zealand, Arthur himself?
After learning that Arthur's real purpose was to annex New Zealand, Grant Wilson understood that no one could prevent New Zealand from joining Australia, unless the British government personally refused.

But is it possible for the British government?You must know that the position of Governor Arthur was personally appointed by Queen Victoria before her death, and she specifically ordered that no one should revoke his position for any reason.

Unless Arthur declares war on the British Empire in New Zealand, even Edward VII cannot revoke Arthur's position at will.

"Your Highness, what are we going to do?" Grant Wilson asked tentatively.

He knew that it was absolutely impossible for Arthur to benefit him for no reason.The cost of giving the Coalition a majority of seats in the Senate could be New Zealand.

"Mayor Grant, I believe you are a smart man. From now on, the Coalition Party will hype the benefits of merging with Australia. I will let the Relief Society cooperate with you and try to gain the approval of as many New Zealanders as possible." Arthur slightly Looking deeply at Grant Wilson, he expressed his request.

Grant Wilson was silent for a while, and then nodded with difficulty.

He himself knows very well that even if he shakes his head and refuses now, the annexation of New Zealand by Australia is not something he can stop.

Instead of resisting now and making the future ruler of New Zealand dissatisfied, it is better to just push the boat along and gain the favor of the future ruler, which can also further his official career.

Of course, Arthur's promise to let the Coalition Party get a majority of the seats in the Political Group is also a very important factor.

"Very good." Arthur smiled and said with satisfaction: "Mayor Grant is indeed a smart man. I like smart people like you, Mayor Grant. If the plan for New Zealand to join Australia can be successful, I can recommend you Become the governor of the new New Zealand state. Of course, if Mayor Grant wants to continue to lead the Coalition Party and struggle in the Australian political field, it is also a good choice."

Arthur didn't mind giving them greater powers, too, for such wise men as Grant Wilson.

Whether it is the governor of New Zealand in the future or continuing to be the leader of the Coalition Party, participating in the Australian election is a good opportunity for Grant Wilson to enter the larger political field.

The reason why Arthur promised Grant Wilson so many benefits was also because he could ensure that Grant Wilson was always under his control.

Whether it is a governor or continuing to be the leader of a political party, it is impossible to have an impact on Arthur's royal power in Australia.

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