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Chapter 853: Dark Clouds in the South Sea (First Update, Please Subscribe)
"Send our fleet over there!"

As the most direct reaction, after learning that northern Malaya had once again been infiltrated by armed forces, Li Yian reacted very strongly.

"At the same time, we warned Siam - tell them that if something like this happens again, no matter what explanation they give, we will regard it as a provocation to Southeast Asia and take all means, including military measures, to give a resolute response."

The reason why Li Yian's reaction was so strong was very simple - it might affect the long-term stability of Malaya in the future.

In order to prevent Nanyang from falling into a long-term security war, it is necessary to use the strongest counterattack from the very beginning to completely dispel the other party's idea.

Li Guoren was not surprised by your decision. After all, Nanyang had already reminded them through some channels a long time ago. He even had private communications with some countries at the Geneva Conference last year. Of course, they directly denied their support for the armed personnel. They even warned Nanyang not to go further and further on the road of following American imperialism.

"I guess Bangkok will once again call us the staunch servants of US imperialism, and that with the support of US imperialism, we are practicing regional hegemony."

"That's right, it's hegemony."

Li Yian said directly.

"Tell them that we are practicing regional hegemony. Hegemony means that if we are threatened, any security threat, no matter what excuse they use, we will resolutely fight back. No country will make concessions on its security issues."

After a pause, Li Yian said again.

"Tell them that any infiltration by armed elements will be regarded as an attack on Malaya and even Southeast Asia supported by Bangkok... Yes, it is their invasion of Malaya and Southeast Asia."

Sometimes the easiest way to solve some problems is to be more domineering.

“Also, please arrange for me to meet with Ananta Mahidol in the official residence. If they can’t understand what we are saying, then do something!”

Ananta Mahidol, also known as Rama VIII, was shot dead in his bedroom in the royal palace when he returned to Bangkok after the war in another world. In this world, he has not had the opportunity to return to Bangkok until now.

As early as several years ago, Nanyang protected him and brought him to Nanyang, where he could be fully utilized if necessary.

"Your Excellency, this..."

Li Guoren said in surprise.

"This could easily lead to misjudgment by Bangkok, who might even think this is evidence of our attempt to overthrow their regime, which could further escalate the problem."

"Hmm,"

Li Yian sneered.

"I am just meeting Ananta now. If they continue to cause trouble, let that guy out."

The guy that Li Yian mentioned was Luang Phibun, the former Marshal and supreme ruler of Siam. When "Hydra" parachuted into Bangkok nine years ago, it brought him, who had already resigned, to Southeast Asia.

Like Rama VIII, he was a bargaining chip in Li Yi'an's hand. In the past, due to various reasons such as strength, he had never been used. But now, if necessary, these people can be used.

The only problem is that intervening in Siam costs money, and it is a considerable expense, unless... the United States pays for it, which is not impossible.

"This……"

After thinking about it, Li Guoren nodded and said.

"I understand. I will make them aware of the seriousness of the problem, make them face reality as much as possible, and stop any reckless advances in the border area."

"Ah."

Li Yian nodded, and then continued to look through the documents on the desk. When Li Guoren was about to leave, he said again.

"Guo Ren, don't worry. If we have to resort to violence, we will end the battle as quickly as possible and will never get bogged down in it."

Having said that, but can we really do it when the time comes?
To outsiders, this may be an unknown, but in Li Yian's view, it is not impossible. After all, Luan Phibun is a very capable person.

However, there is another issue that needs to be considered - the attitude of the University of Tokyo is very critical. So this is the last resort.

"I know."

Li Guoren nodded and walked out. After he walked out, Li Yian focused on the reports in front of him. These reports covered all aspects, including domestic affairs, foreign affairs, military affairs, and other such matters, which always took up a lot of his energy. Although most of the time, he was a hands-off boss, and except for directly intervening in foreign affairs, he left domestic affairs to the heads of various departments, but some things were still very cumbersome.

Just like the situation in Malaya has suddenly become tense now, leaving Li Yian completely confused and at a loss.

"There was clearly a promise from the Soviet Union, how long has it been since then, and something went wrong again?"

Muttering this, Li Yian walked to the map, stared at the Malay Peninsula on the map, and said to himself,
“I really don’t understand it!”

While thinking about this, Li Yian thought again.

"Should we summon the Soviet ambassador and tell them that Nanyang is very unhappy?"

Of course the ambassador must be summoned, but this is only the first step. Another thing that needs to be done is to confirm the camp of the militants supported by Siam. After all, protests need to be targeted.

Although protests are often ineffective, sometimes they simply pave the way for the next step.

For Nanyang, protests never remain verbal, so there must be evidence, and only with evidence can further action be taken.

“It’s not just evidence.”

Facing the Air Force Commander Lukewu, Li Yian spoke directly.

"We first need to identify the militant camps, such as training camps, assembly areas, etc., and then launch targeted air strikes on them."

"Air raid?"

Luke Wu said.

"Has it really come to this?"

"As it stands now, verbal negotiations are meaningless. Air strikes are not the first step, but the last resort. The navy will impose a total blockade on them, which means that any merchant ships will be prohibited from entering or leaving Siam. If we do not adopt a high-pressure posture, they will not take our warnings to heart. In addition, we will also support exile organizations in Cambodia and Burma. Well, if necessary, we will intervene with all our strength, but this is only a follow-up."

In fact, if there is any choice, Li Yian will not choose this follow-up. After all, the cost of armed intervention is staggering. Let’s not talk about the US intervention in Vietnam and the Soviet invasion of Afghanistan.

Take Egypt for example. In 1962, young Yemeni officers overthrew the rule of King Badr, and the royal family attempted to make a comeback on the northern border of Yemen. The Saudi dynasty provided Badr with asylum, funds and a large amount of weapons and ammunition, becoming the backing of the royal faction against the republicans. The British also provided them with weapons, training and other support.

Two days after the establishment of the Republic of Yemen, Egypt actively intervened and supported the Republicans. It first sent a few hundred troops. Just a few months later, the number of Egyptian troops in Yemen increased to 2. At the peak, the number of Egyptian troops sent to Yemen reached 7.

During this period, Egypt spent about tens of billions of dollars. Its interference in the Yemeni civil war became Egypt's largest financial burden and even affected Egypt's armaments. When the Egyptian army was deeply trapped in Yemen and spent a large number of troops and financial resources in Yemen, Israel launched the third Middle East war, resulting in Egypt's disastrous defeat.

All of this reminds us that armed intervention will definitely come at a price. In this world, there has never been any political action without consequences, and any political action will have corresponding consequences.

But some things had to be done. At least, resolute actions had to be taken to warn the other side that they would have to pay a price if they wanted to extend their hands to Malaya.

And they may not be able to afford this price.

"If we send troops, there will definitely be certain risks, but if we cannot cut off the threat to Malaya, there will be no peace in Southeast Asia. Therefore, there are some things that must be done no matter what."

After a pause, Li Yian looked at him and said.

"So, we need to do a good job of reconnaissance before sending out troops, and it would be best if we could hit the target with one strike. How do you think..."

Looking up at Luke Wu, Li Yian asked.

“Can the Air Force accomplish this mission?”

(End of this chapter)