Rise of Australia

Chapter 590 Türkiye’s arrival
As time entered the second month of 1924, Australasia also welcomed Arthur's unexpected guests, namely a diplomatic delegation from Turkey.

After becoming the first president of the Republic of Turkey, Kemal decided to conduct a comprehensive reform of the current Republic of Turkey to eliminate all the influence of the old Ottoman Empire and create a new country for the Turks.

Kemal thought carefully. If Turkey wants to develop, it must learn from Europe's more advanced systems and technologies and achieve full Europeanization.

This also means that the current Republic of Turkey must find a European power to learn from, and it is best to obtain a large amount of assistance from this power to help Turkey develop better.

The most famous European powers at present are Britain and France, and Italy can also be counted.

But in the previous war, the Turkish Republic had already been at odds with Britain and France. Now it is rushing to learn from the British and French systems. To put it nicely, it is a sheep in the tiger's mouth, and to put it badly, it is seeking death.

Although Italy is also a European power, Italy obviously lacks prestige compared to other powers, and in Kemal's mind it is also a target not worth learning from.

As a result, there are only two targets left for Turkey to learn from, namely the United States in the Americas and Australasia in Australia.

Although I don’t know why Kemal chose Australasia as his target, Arthur still welcomed Turkey’s diplomatic visit.

It was Minister Daize who met the Turkish diplomatic team. At the same time, Arthur also agreed on a meeting time with the Turkish diplomatic team, which was set for February 2, three days later.

During these three days, Minister Daize also successfully inquired about the real purpose of the Turkish diplomatic mission, which was to seek help from Australasia and establish certain cooperation to help Turkey develop better.

February 1924, 2, in the conference room of Sydney Palace.

In the conference room, Arthur also successfully met Ali Eustafa Yusuf, the current Vice President of the Republic of Turkey, who is known as Kemal's biggest helper.

The Turkish Vice President personally led the team, which is enough to prove that Turkey attaches great importance to this diplomatic visit, and also proves Kemal's need and urgency for Turkey's modernization reforms.

After members of both parties said hello, Arthur smiled, looked at Ali Eustafa Yusuf, and asked: "I congratulate you on the founding of the Republic of Turkey. I don't know why you came to Australasia." ?”

Ali Eustafa Yusuf responded with a smile: “Your Majesty the King of Australasia, please allow me to express my high admiration to you.

You know, Turkey was also once a great country like Australasia.However, due to the decadent rule of the Ottoman Empire, the country suffered from weakness and ruin for hundreds of years.

Now that Turkey has established a new country, it is time to break away from the Ottoman past and reform Turkey into a new, great modern country.

As one of the most powerful countries in the world today, we all agree that Australasia is the best example to follow, and we want to gain Australasian support to help Turkey modernize and become a member of the great European family . "

Arthur was noncommittal about the implicit praise in Ali Yustafa Yusuf's words. He also understood that Turkey's current intentions were very big. Kemal's purpose was definitely not just to remove the influence of the Ottoman Empire.

Judging from the size and population of Turkey, a Turkish Republic that has successfully reformed has a good chance of becoming one of the great powers.

After all, the Ottoman Empire was also a great power. However, because of the decadent rule of the Ottoman Empire for hundreds of years, the super empire that once spanned Europe, Asia and Africa was nicknamed the Sick Man of West Asia (Sick Man of Europe) by Europeans.

"But Australasia is not the most powerful one. There are many European powers close to Turkey. Vice President Ali, can I ask why you chose Australasia?" Regarding the Turkish requirements, Arthur Instead of speaking directly, he changed the subject and asked with a smile.

"You know, Your Majesty. We had conflicts with Britain and France in previous wars, which prevented us from learning from Europe. Although there are still the United States and your country to choose from, the behavior of the United States is obviously not a good country. , this is also the reason why we chose your country.

We believe that powerful Australasia has much to learn from. Your country is a superpower that is not inferior to any other country and is also an example for us to learn from. "Ali Eustafa Yusuf was not surprised at all when he heard Arthur's question and replied.

"Perhaps you don't know that a few days ago, we reached a cooperation with Finland and loaned them a large amount of funds. I am happy to cooperate with your country, but as you know, Australasia's funds are Limited, we cannot continue to help you on the premise of helping Finland." Although he understood why the Turks chose Australasia, this did not mean that Arthur would immediately agree to the Turks' request.

The most fundamental relationship between countries is interests, and it is impossible for Arthur to abandon the interests of Australasia to help Turkey develop.

Simply put, it is impossible for the Turks to gain the support of Australasia without cutting some flesh.

This also applies to other countries. No great power will help other countries in vain unless it is for its own strategic purposes.For example, the United Kingdom previously helped European countries in order to implement its own continental balancing policy and find an opponent for the European hegemons at the time.

In addition, the British successively supported island countries and Australasia in the Pacific, also to achieve their own strategic goals.

Even if Australasia supports Russia, Finland and the Philippines, isn't it for its own purposes?

In this era of weak and strong predators, it has become a common practice for powerful countries to squeeze small countries.If a country wants to gain the support of other countries, it must first pay something.

Ali Youstafa Yusuf naturally understands this, but he also understands the importance of fighting for Turkey's interests.

After thinking for a while, Ali Eustafa Yusuf said: "Dear His Majesty the King of Australasia, we come with sincerity. If your country is willing to support us, we can work with you. China signed a 20-year peaceful trade order.

In addition, we are willing to become an ally and friend of Australasia, better learn from Australasia's advanced systems and technologies, and establish close ties with Australasia.

We can sign an alliance and Turkey can help your country better govern its Persian Gulf territories. "

Arthur smiled and shook his head, rejecting the conditions proposed by Ali Eustafa Yusuf.

Under such conditions, Turkey has paid almost nothing, but it can receive strong support from Australasia. Isn't this a waste of money?

Let’s not talk about whether the so-called closer cooperation is true. Even if Turkey and Australasia sign an alliance, how can a powerful country be bound by a treaty?
As we all know, the biggest purpose of signing a treaty is to tear it up. European countries have done so many things in this regard that it would be impossible to list all the examples in one day.

If Arthur is deceived by the Turks' verbal promises, it will prove that Arthur's more than 20 years of rule have been in vain, and his political and diplomatic experience has not increased at all.

As for what the Turks said about helping Australasia better control the Persian Gulf territory, there is no need at all, and Australasia does not need it at all.

First of all, the Persian Gulf territory of Australasia does not have a large indigenous population, so it is relatively simple to control.

What's more, in addition to the British colonies, there are indigenous people around. Australasia has a good relationship with the British, so there is no need to worry about the British threat.

As for the indigenous people, it would be good if Australasia did not look for trouble with them. After all, the weapons and equipment of the two garrison divisions in the Persian Gulf Territory are not in vain. The firepower is powerful enough to make those indigenous people desperate.

"Vice President Ali, if your country is really sincere, I hope to offer some attractive conditions." Arthur smiled and interrupted Ali Eustafa Yusuf who was about to speak. said.

Without attracting Australasia, it is almost impossible for the Turks to get help from Australasia.

Vice President Ali seemed to understand this, and after pondering for a while, he said: "Your Majesty, if your country is willing to express support for Turkey, we can provide the mining rights for some domestic minerals and the mortgage of some gold mines.

After the reform, we still have a railway construction plan, which can also be handed over to your country, allowing your country to have the right to charge railway fees for 30 years.

Your Majesty, we come here with sincerity, and please give Turkey a chance. All Turks are very grateful for your Majesty's help. "

Hearing that the Turks began to put forward real conditions, Arthur nodded and set a tone: "If this is the case, then I think there is the possibility of cooperation between us. But the specific matters are all the responsibility of the government, you You can go to Minister Daize and Prime Minister Roger to discuss this, I believe they will not refuse to have one more friend."

After confirming that Turkey had really cut off its flesh, Arthur shifted the focus of negotiations to the government.

It is impossible for Arthur to negotiate in person. This kind of competition for interests should be left to the government. After all, these officials can save face.

All Arthur has to do is set a tone, such as the general needs of Australasia in this negotiation, the extent of support for Turkey, etc.

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