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Chapter 693 I’m really not interested (Third update, please subscribe)
In fact, Attlee had no choice at all.

Even when he knew that Nanyang could not provide enough plutonium, he could not refuse the "help" from Nanyang.

After all, "help" from Nanyang can give him an opportunity, an opportunity for the Labor cabinet to have an atomic bomb in advance.

Of course, Nanyang also got what it needed - cooperation with Britain on nuclear weapons research.

This is just the beginning. Eventually, as the cooperation between the two parties deepens, Nanyang will hollow out the United Kingdom.

As for the British aid, Malaya and other things, it is not important. After all, Nanyang now is a white rabbit without ambition, a very innocent and kind kind, how can it not be cute?
Even the atomic bomb was donated to me, Great Britain.

As for the hundreds of millions of pounds in aid provided in the next few years, that is whether the UK cares about the members of the federation.

As for Malaya, it was Nanyang who took the initiative to help the British solve their problems.

In terms of loyalty, I still have to count my Nanyang!

Of course, all this is a lie, and both parties have their own intentions, but this does not hinder mutual cooperation.

"You should know that as far as Britain is concerned, the autonomy of Malaya is inviolable."

Li Yian said with a smile.

"Compared to garrison, I personally prefer industrial development. In fact, I think that in terms of industrial development, the colonies still have a lot of room for development. If proper development can be carried out, it will help London and the colonies. Control, after all, as we all know, the most critical factor in colonial issues is money."

"I believe that in the next one to two years, the situation in Malaya will definitely improve greatly. By then, Nanyang can withdraw its troops. After all, it costs money to station troops overseas. Besides..."

Of course, this meeting is to help Britain solve its difficulties.

Let's just say nice things together and do our own thing.

"As far as I know, the Tang people in Malaya have been looking forward to your entry into Malaya."

Although he knew that Malaya was a bait thrown by the Prime Minister, Jones still gave a timely reminder.

He had a plan for Malaya, and now he was just talking nonsense with the British.

The reason why he emphasizes this is because this is the bottom line for Britain, and he is telling the other party. You can do anything, but you can't violate my bottom line.

"After entering Malaya, we will use our influence to promote the improvement of the local situation. After the situation improves, we will definitely withdraw our troops."

This meeting seemed very harmonious from the beginning, and could even be said to be full of laughter. However, in the end, the most substantive issues would still be discussed.

"Of course, as I promised before, I only have the interests of the Commonwealth at heart."

In order to make the cooperation proceed happily, Li Yi'an even met with Colonial Secretary Jones in person.

Looking at the colonial minister in front of him, Li Nian began to throw out his bait. In fact, when it comes to protecting the colonies, the British mentality is divided. Even the Labor cabinet talks about giving freedom to the colonies, but They are not all made of iron, and Jones is a typical example of it. It is true that he is a member of the Labor Party, but he is still very concerned about the colonies. Although he opposes military intervention in Indian independence, he also opposes everything like in India. If we don’t do this, we will let the colonies become independent. It can be said that it was not without reason that Britain lost its colonies one after another until the 1960s.

Of course, there is nothing wrong with it. When the United States entered the peninsula, it said that after helping South Korea repel North Korea, they would also withdraw their troops.

But even in the new century, not only has it not left, but even the military command of Bangzi is still in the hands of the US military. Some words are just nonsense told to others, so just listen to them.

Looking at Jones, Li Yian said.

Does such a guarantee make sense?

Counting from now, there are still more than ten years. In the next ten years, Britain will give up its colonies one after another. In the final analysis, it is because of economic problems.

If the colony was a cow, would Britain give up the colony?

Of course, Li Yi'an was so troubled not because of his love for Great Britain, but because... even if he went all out to develop the colonies now, Britain would not be able to turn the colonies into cows in the next ten years. Moreover, being a colony of cows will only arouse the ambitions of others. For Britain, cows are more likely to become a burden.

But for Nanyang, what is needed now is to use the British help to reach into Africa while the British still control the African colonies. As for the future, wait until the British withdraw, so that they can take over the British role. .

Britain doesn't want to leave?

It doesn't matter, Nanyang... No, the Russians and the big powers will help them leave.

And Nanyang!

We will help those countries achieve the goals of Hades and Meda in due course. Of course, that is just a name and an excuse.

As a member of the Meda World, Nanyang's burden can still be increased.

The next thing to talk about is the colonial issue.

It should be said that how to turn the colony from a burden into a cow.

From the beginning, it entered the stage of Li Nian's guidance. Standing on the shoulders of historical giants, Li Nian obviously understood the situation in the colonies better than the colonial minister.

From the very beginning, I said that no one knew about colonies better than me, and introduced the demand for corn and other food crops in Southeast Asia and even Europe as a whole.

In fact, Britain's development of African colonies was extremely limited and was often passive development for no other reason than money.

Everyone knows that Britain acquired the African colonies at the end of the 19th century, but before he could hold his hand, he fought a war in South Africa and spent a lot of money. Within two years, there was another war, and he almost lost his life. The British Empire was bankrupted, and before it could catch its breath, World War II started again.

Yes, it went bankrupt directly.

In this case, let alone developing a colony.

The British could no longer even maintain their colonies, which paved the way for Britain's subsequent complete withdrawal from the colonies.

"...So in the final analysis, it is still a question of money. Only through agricultural and commercial development can the colony be sustained for a long time, rather than becoming a burden to Britain."

Li Yi'an stared at the thoughtful Jones and said.

"Mr. Minister, for now, London's development of African colonies is still in an extremely primitive state. From an outsider's perspective, I would like to express my views on Kenya."

"Your Majesty, please speak!"

Jones nodded and said that he knew that on the issue of colonial development, no one was more qualified than him to speak on this issue. After all, the development of Nanyang was obvious to all.

Of course, Kenya will definitely not become Nanyang.

“In terms of the natural environment, Kenya is very suitable for the development of agriculture and animal husbandry. If there are sufficient funds, the local area can establish large-scale modern farms to grow corn, raise beef cattle and pigs, and develop animal husbandry. This is not only It can supply the British domestic market and can be exported in large quantities, such as to European countries. Southern European countries such as France and Italy also need imported grain and meat.”

After a pause, Li Yian continued.

“Of course, the situation in each country is different, but what is certain is that the market for agricultural products is still very large. Nanyang alone needs to import millions of tons of corn every year. As far as Kenya’s situation is concerned, all it needs is funds. With input, it can turn from a burden into a cow.”

When Jones heard Li Yian's suggestion, he shrugged his shoulders helplessly and said.

"Colonies must invest funds in order to develop, and as we all know, Britain... now has no extra funds at all for the construction of colonies, especially African colonies!"

Facing Jones' helplessness, Li Yian smiled slightly.

"Actually, I am personally very interested in agricultural investment."

(End of this chapter)