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Chapter 1294 Behind-the-scenes Deal (rd update, please subscribe)

Paris,

In an open-air cafe under the boulevard, some guests were reading newspapers and occasionally talking about something. Because this place is only one street away from the Elysee Palace and there are many official institutions nearby, people mostly talked about politics, and many of the topics involved "Iraq".

The "Operation Restore Freedom" launched by Nanyang in Iraq has brought unprecedented shock to the world, not because Nanyang overturned the table and threw the United Nations into the trash like an old rag, but because Nanyang's gorgeous war was incredible and even subverted people's understanding of war.

“…This is the most humanitarian way to fight. The war will no longer harm civilians, but will only punish those who started the war.”

"But we have to see that it is now Nanyang that is invading Iraq."

"They are here to help the King of Iraq..."

There were also differences in the political circles in Paris over Nanyang's actions. Some conservatives supported Nanyang's actions, while some left-wing forces believed that Nanyang was conducting an "invasion."

Etienne Brandt Derozier, who was having lunch, listened to their conversation and occasionally thought about some questions.

At this time, a man walked up to Derozier and expressed his desire to have lunch with him and talk about things that might be of interest to both parties.

The leaves of the plane trees that lined the wide boulevard had begun to turn yellow, becoming like metal and showing the color of honey. However, there was no sign of autumn, and the weather was warm. Facing the gentle sunshine, Derozier did not refuse and replied softly:

"Why not go?"

Derozier looked at the South Asian in front of him again. There were many East Asians in the diplomatic circles in Paris, but South Asians could be identified at a glance.

They are not as serious as the people in Tangshan, but taller than the Japanese and Koreans, and they are generally very strong.

Desroziers thought,

"In general, they are very healthy, wealthy, and pursue physical strength. This is understandable as the difference between them and most Oriental people. Although they still have Oriental reserve and elegance in their bones, they advocate strength and science, which can explain many of their actions."

This is the French Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ evaluation of the Nanyang people. In fact, the Nanyang people... can be seen at a glance that most of them have a gentle and confident smile on their faces, which is different from other people.

Be confident, not arrogant!
"Excuse me, who are you?"

"Mr. Secretary General, I'm from the Daming Palace!"

The man did not conceal his identity. He looked at Derozier and said:
"I hope we can exchange views on some issues that concern both of us, in an unofficial way."

Exchange ideas?

An unofficial way?

Derozier looked at the other person with a questioning look in his eyes.

As secretary general of the Elysee Palace, he was a diplomat and a comrade-in-arms of President Charles de Gaulle, to whom he had been an aide-de-camp in 1943.

Those who know Derozier know that he always has a smile on his face, which makes people who work with him feel very friendly, but those who know him know that he always does things with a gentle yet firm approach.

At this time, Derozier said with a smile on his face:
"A mutual concern? Do you mean Iraq?"

On the issue of Iraq, France's position is very clear - condemnation. This is not because of the presence of French power in Lebanon, but to create trouble for the United States. The United States has clearly expressed its support for Southeast Asia and even expelled Iraqi diplomats. The same is true for the United Kingdom.

But France will not follow in their footsteps. If France does the same, how can it demonstrate its importance?

Just like now, because of the condemnation of France, the Nanyang people came over.
"Iraq?"

The visitor was stunned for a moment, shook his head and smiled:

"Iraq was never a problem. Freedom will be restored there soon. There is nothing to discuss anymore."

In an instant, Derozier fell silent. He didn't even know how to describe his feelings. Was it so quick?
Are you fighting a war or playing house?
But the problem is, the people of Nanyang did it, using the simplest and quickest method - targeted elimination, leading the way!

"Then...should I express congratulations?"

Official condemnation is always only public. In fact, in private, everyone does not care about the interests of small countries. To a certain extent, France is even happy to see Nanyang teach the world how to behave.

"I should be the one congratulating you!"

The inexplicable congratulations made Derozier's smile slightly stiff, and he asked in confusion:
"what?"

At this time, the other party handed over a note. Looking at the contents on the note, Derozier's expression became solemn.

……

In the Presidential Office at the Elysee Palace, Charles de Gaulle was looking at the note in his hand with a serious expression. He looked at it repeatedly for a while before saying:
"Are they really willing to help with this problem?" De Gaulle asked this because of what was written on the paper.

"He clearly stated that Nanyang is willing to give us corresponding technical support on nuclear submarines and that they are willing to transfer the technology of the Jiaolong-class nuclear submarines."

After listening to Derozier's answer, de Gaulle immediately fell into deep thought. What he was thinking about was not why Nanyang took the initiative to offer help.

But whether France needs help from Southeast Asia.

The answer is yes.

"Five years ago, we started building its first nuclear submarine and its reactor. The nuclear reactor on board will be provided by the United States. Due to the technical commitment of the United States, the initial stage went smoothly. However, as the political differences between us and the United States became increasingly apparent, the contradictions between us gradually intensified and soon affected the cooperation in the construction of nuclear submarines. Finally, the United States stopped supplying enriched uranium, stopped providing us with nuclear reactors, and refused to share design information. Later, due to the failure of the nuclear power plant developed by ourselves, the project was forced to stop."

Charles de Gaulle frowned when he mentioned the history of France's development of nuclear submarines. As the nuclear submarine development plan did not receive support from the United States, France had to announce the temporary cancellation of its plan to build attack nuclear submarines.

But now, Nanyang came to the door and expressed its willingness to provide nuclear submarine technology and nuclear reactors, which naturally aroused Charles de Gaulle's interest.

Although Charles de Gaulle was known as a "general", it was well known that he was better at diplomacy - he had no soldiers in World War II, but relying on the banner of "Free France", he secured a position in the "Top Five" for France. When it comes to diplomacy, he was very good at it.

Because of this, he naturally knew that this "big gift" was not so easy to get. After all, this world has always been fair. If you want to get it, you must pay the corresponding price.

"Mr. President, the military once mentioned that Nanyang's nuclear submarine technology is very advanced. Their reactors are not inferior to those of the United States. Moreover, the Jiaolong-class nuclear submarines are highly consistent with the Guardian-class missile nuclear submarines. If we introduce them, we will definitely be able to have missile nuclear submarines faster."

As Charles de Gaulle's former aide-de-camp, Derozier also came from a military background. He certainly knew what nuclear submarines meant to France. Although France had stopped its construction plan last year, it did not mean giving up. It was just that the technology was not yet up to the mark.

Now Nanyang is willing to provide the corresponding technology, which is simply a timely help!
"If Nanyang is willing to provide it, it would indeed be a good thing. The problem is..."

Once again, looking at the note, de Gaulle asked:
"They want us to support them in becoming a permanent member of the UN Security Council, but ... who will bring it up?"

As an outstanding diplomat, de Gaulle was well aware of the amount of information hidden behind this matter.

“Could it be an American?”

As a matter of course, he said:

"On the issue of Iraq, Washington and Chang'an must have reached a consensus long ago. They should have cooperated on this issue. From the Iraqi princess's visit to the United States to the military action in Southeast Asia, the Americans may have been involved in everything."

Charles de Gaulle simply nodded at the Secretary-General's judgment, and then said:
"The problem in Iraq is over. America..."

After thinking for a while, de Gaulle said.

“Maybe it’s America.”

The reason for such uncertainty is that he has an intuition telling him that the United States will not take the initiative to raise this issue.

As for Britain... that's even more impossible. Charles de Gaulle knew the British to the core. The reason why Britain wooed France and sent France to the position of a permanent member of the United Nations Security Council was to contain the Americans.

Although Nanyang is a member of the Commonwealth, Britain will never take the initiative to help Nanyang become a permanent member of the United Nations Security Council. After all, the Commonwealth can only have one boss.

So, who else could it be?

Compared with the president's caution, Derozier sees the problem more simply.

"Mr. President, it's not important. What's important is that we only need to support him in exchange for the nuclear submarine technology in the South China Sea."

"That's really what matters to France."

Charles de Gaulle agreed with this.

"We do need their nuclear reactors and nuclear submarine technology."

As for the permanent seat on the UN Security Council...it doesn't matter at all.

It is nothing more than expressing support and casting a vote of approval at the United Nations General Assembly. This can save France's national security!

This is definitely a very good deal!

After thinking for a moment, de Gaulle made a decision and said:

"Tell them that we agree with their proposal, but remind them that France will not take the initiative to propose this proposal in the United Nations. As long as a country proposes it and it enters the voting stage of the United Nations General Assembly, France will definitely vote in favor of Nanyang."

(End of this chapter)