Chapter 843 The Money Ability of Emperor Mi (Third update, please subscribe)
When did the world change?
There is no doubt that since the end of 1954, when Nanyang and the United Kingdom signed the "Commonwealth Space Cooperation Memorandum", the world has changed. As for the end of all this What kind of change can it bring to the world.
In the words of the British - only God knows.
But Fatty Qiu was happy about all this. After the memorandum was signed, he gave a speech in the House of Commons and said: "Now, we can continue our work in the fields of atoms and rockets without wasting a lot of money. We can maintain our status as a nuclear power without relying solely on our own strength to slowly catch up with the technological level that our Southeast Asian allies have already reached. Moreover, we will launch our own artificial satellite in the near future. Our artificial satellite It is a common achievement of the entire Commonwealth!”
At the end of his speech, there was naturally a burst of applause. The congressmen all applauded excitedly and even stamped their feet. After all, who doesn't like good things that can be done with a small amount of money?
According to the agreement, Nanyang will provide the UK with Wanhu Type 4 medium-range missile technology and related equipment, and both parties will jointly develop rockets for space industry. The UK only needs to invest tens of millions of pounds every year! Of course, this is just a basic project, and major projects, of course, require extra money, such as astronaut projects.
However, for the UK, this is almost enough. All that is needed is a British logo on rockets and satellites. Are other things important?
Even if that LOGO is only the size of a palm, it’s still me, Daying!
This is definitely a model of spending a little money to do big things!
When it comes to saving money, Fatty Qiu is still very capable!
When leaving the Congress, a reporter asked Fatty Qiu - when will the British artificial satellite be launched.
Fatty Qiu’s answer was straightforward.
“It will be a New Year’s gift to the entire Commonwealth.”
For a time, everyone in the UK was full of expectations for the British artificial satellite. After all, I have not been the eldest brother for many years. If I can launch a man-made satellite into space before the United States, wouldn’t it mean that I, the hero, have become a hero again?
Every time I think about this, even the poor British people in the East End of London have not yet solved their housing problem. Then I can't help but puff up my chest, full of expectations for Britain's artificial satellite.
In fact, the Wanhu IV rocket can be launched at any time, but it is waiting for the artificial satellite - a satellite jointly developed by the University of Cambridge and Nanyang University, which is intensifying its development.
What about cooperative research and development?
The Yankee satellite is not there yet!
The British are going to launch their satellite!
In Nanyang!
After hearing the news, who felt the most uncomfortable?
Not the Soviet Union, but the United States.
“Do they really have rockets?”
Although in Eisenhower’s view, artificial satellites were useless, but after learning that Britain and Nanyang were cooperating in launching satellites, He recognized the threat immediately.
"They do have rockets. Our friends in England told us that Nanyang does have rockets that can send satellites into space, and,"
Take a deep breath, Dulles said.
"They may launch their satellite before February, Mr. President, which is not good news for us."
Dulles's judgment, let Eisenhower nodded in agreement and said.
"Indeed, the whole world is now looking forward to our artificial satellite, including the Americans. If the British are allowed to get ahead of us, it will undoubtedly cause another storm of public opinion. Not only that, it will even cause countries to Doubts about us..."
When talking about the reactions of various countries, Eisenhower frowned. Now he deeply felt the difficulty of being the boss!
It’s so hard to be the boss!
"Is there anything we can do now?"
"A way..."
Dulles said.
"In addition to asking NASA to speed up, they also persuaded Churchill to postpone their satellite launch date!"
"He will definitely not agree! I know that guy!"
" Then we can only find a way over there in Nanyang."
Dulles said.
“Nanyang has received so much aid from us over the years. Now, it is time to repay our generosity.”
"So, who should we let pass?"
......
Just after New Year's Day, Chang'an welcomed a guest.
And we are still old friends.
"Li, I finally arrived in Chang'an!"
McCarthy seemed very excited when he saw Li Yi'an.
"Welcome, my friend." Li Yi'an was also very enthusiastic. How could he not be enthusiastic when an old friend came to visit? Moreover, McCarthy was one of the few old friends of Li Yi'an in Washington who was particularly good at fighting.
Washington is very realistic, with many old friends, but not many who are willing to fight.
And McCarthy, who is now the chairman of the committee, is definitely a fried chicken in Washington. It is not certain whether he is popular or not, but many people have been brought down by him.
Li Yian was naturally very welcoming to such an old friend. When the two met, they naturally chatted about their feelings. They chatted for almost an hour before McCarthy got to the point.
"My friend, you should have guessed that I am here with a mission this time,"
Nodding, Li Yian said,
"Since I can "Li, you know, after the Russians launched the satellite, everyone in the United States was very sensitive, especially the president. The situation was awkward because the Russians had taken the lead.”
As a Republican, McCarthy helped Eisenhower win the election and had a very close relationship with the White House, so when the president asked him to do this, McCarthy directly agreed.
After pondering for a while, he said,
“Now, the whole world hopes that the United States will launch satellites as quickly as possible, and the United States must also shoulder the responsibility of leading the world. Of course, this is for To be able to better deal with the Soviet threat, it's just..."
"Just what?"
Li Yi'an asked, in fact, he almost understood McCarthy's purpose.
"Li, we know that Nanyang has made great progress in rocket technology. This is why the United Kingdom asked you for help. In order to better attack the Russians, the president hopes to cooperate more extensively with Nanyang in the space field."
“What does this cooperation refer to?”
Li Yian asked.
After hesitating, McCarthy said,
"What Washington means is, can Nanyang postpone the launch plan until after February 12, when the United States has a launch plan on that day."< br>
"Oh?"
Looking at McCarthy, Li Yian asked.
"The United States wants us to launch its own artificial satellite after the United States launches it?"
McCarthy smiled awkwardly and said.
"Lee, Washington hopes that you can delay the launch until a later time. This is for the overall benefit of the free world."
"So what is London's attitude?"
Li Yian asked back,
"Joseph, you should know that this launch is a cooperation between Nanyang and the United Kingdom. In the name of the Commonwealth, So what is London's attitude? If London agrees, I will not object. "
McCarthy is a little embarrassed. How would he know the reason why the president asked him to come to Nanyang? That guy Churchill will definitely confirm it if he has the opportunity. He will do everything possible to improve Britain's reputation. No one can convince him to give up the opportunity to the United States.
"It is the president's hope that you will allow the United States to conduct another launch for the overall benefit of the free world."
McCarthy carried the president out and continued.
“Moreover, he is willing to provide some compensation in other aspects, and I think it is necessary for you to let him owe you a favor.”
“Joseph.”
In an instant, Li Yian made a decision in his heart and pretended to be silent.
"You know, I will never refuse a friend. Since you are here, I will definitely help. However, you have to know that London will definitely be very unhappy about this, which will definitely make Something bad happened between us ”
"So, the United States will give you compensation that makes you very satisfied,"
As he spoke, McCarthy made another offer that no one could refuse - next year, the United States will provide an additional US$50 million in free aid. .
"Although this decision is difficult, but..."
Li Yi'an said as if it was difficult.
"For our friendship and for the common interests of the free world. I... can agree. After all, launching rockets is scientific and we need to wait for the launch opportunity to ensure the success rate..."
(End of this chapter)