Chapter 1244: Nanyang can no longer pretend (first update, please subscribe)
The upcoming visit of the US President to Nanyang is a grand event in the free world. This is a common evaluation from the outside world.
It is normal to have such an evaluation - Nanyang is the mainstay of the free world in Asia!
Is the right hand of the free world!
It is... an ally that the United States must rely on!
Nanyang also arranged a grand schedule for Kennedy. In addition to having an official meeting with Li Nian, Kennedy would also visit his home in Genting Highlands.
This way of entertaining guests was copied by Li Yian - what the father and son in Texas liked most was to invite others to their ranch, and everyone who was invited felt great!
After all, being a guest at an official residence and having a family dinner are two different concepts.
Most of the news and public opinion circles in Nanyang are full of expectations for Kennedy's arrival. Of course, Li Yi'an is an exception. He knew very well that this American president, who was born in the second generation of rich people, was completely different from the two people he had dealt with.
Because of jealousy, he could not come to Nanyang for eight months after taking office and win over America's most important partner in the Western Pacific.
Now that he is rushing here in such a hurry, his purpose must not be simple.
Although it is not clear what Kennedy's ultimate goal is, it does not prevent Li Yian from preparing for the arrival of this young man.
Even during this period, the Soviet Union stated that it would provide MiG-21s to Jakarta, and Li Yian also said that he could wait.
No one knows that the future "Cuban Missile Crisis" has already become the impression of a time unit in Li Yian's mind, used to divide the role of the era.
At least before this crisis, the United States was still very conservative and would never tolerate Nanyang "defending freedom" again.
So far, he is ready to use the impact of the "Cuban Missile Crisis" on the United States to successfully solve some problems that have been plaguing Southeast Asia for a long time...
"In the past, whether it was new friends or old friends, Friends, when you come to Nanyang, you come to give gifts. Is Kennedy coming here to give gifts this time? "
In this expectation, Kennedy set off!
It only took three days from the time he sent the request for a visit through the Nanyang Ambassador in Washington to the visit.
This shows his eagerness!
That afternoon, the U.S. Air Force One Boeing B407 landed at Nanyang International Airport. Looking at the aircraft that looked very similar to the C707, Li Yi'an raised his lips slightly, B407...Boeing came in order, and the previous ones were 3 series aircraft. .
This is 4 again...
It’s only right to follow other people’s paths and leave others with no way to go!
The painting of this aircraft is no different from the familiar "Air Force One". It has a white fuselage with blue stripes, and the President of the United States is painted on both sides near the nose. emblem, and a large-scale American flag is spray-painted on the tail.
Kennedy and his wife Jacqueline stepped out of Air Force One and began their official visit to Southeast Asia.
This is the third US president to visit Nanyang - since Truman, every US president has visited Nanyang. After Eisenhower was elected for the second time, he also visited Nanyang as soon as possible to show the importance he attached to Nanyang.
However, it is this young master!
He only came here after eight months!
When he walked out of Air Force One, Kennedy looked at the guy who was several years younger than him, and felt an inexplicable emotion surge in his heart again.
He is jealous of this guy!
From the first time they met, I was jealous of him because he was not only a successful businessman, but he also single-handedly created a country!
More importantly, he is very handsome!
Facing such a guy, he was really ashamed. At this moment, Jacqueline on the side said:
"He is still as young as before!"
< br>The inadvertent compliment made Kennedy feel a flash of displeasure in his heart. Yes, this guy seemed to be immortal, no different from ten years ago.
Suppressing his inner emotions, Kennedy and Jacqueline got off the plane together. Then he and Li Yi'an held hands together and said,
"Your Majesty, your bravery and tenacity in World War II will be appreciated soon." It is already known to the whole world that today, under your leadership, Nanyang has not only achieved miraculous achievements, but also played an important role in the world.”
I have to say that the rich second generation is still very good at it. Those who tackle key problems are flattering from the first word, and they are still a series of rainbow farts - the heroes of World War II, that is Bastogne, the miracle of Southeast Asia, that is the economy, it plays an important role, and this is the right hand of the free world!
"Thank you, Mr. President."
Faced with the President of the United States, who is only four years older than himself, Li Yian responded politely:
"Under your leadership, the United States has defended the free world, which can be seen by all countries. Welcome Mr. President to Chang'an."
Although both sides are extremely hypocritical, these are all actions. The basic skills of politicians, let alone them, are as enthusiastic as the two wives, just like good best friends, but Jacqueline, known as the "American Lady", is in Margaret There was no sense of nobility in front of her. After all, Margaret's surname was Windsor.
Anyway, the Kennedys' visit to Southeast Asia has begun. The two countries will discuss a series of issues around the core of South American relations. As for this series of issues, what exactly are they?
Only when the actual talks come, will the core issues be involved.
However, it is clear that Kennedy does not have that patience, or in other words, he urgently needs to get back in the game! We need to give Khrushchev some color to calm doubts about him in the United States and tell the Americans that I am also very tough.
So, on the day he arrived in Nanyang, he took advantage of the gap before the state banquet, while Margaret invited Jacqueline to appreciate the European artworks collected by the Daming Palace, to put forward his request straight to the point. .
“…The top priority now is to make the Soviets realize that every threat they pose to the free world will be met with a powerful counterattack. Only in this way can this extremely threatening country be Put away his minions."
You two are each other's best!
Of course, this is what he was thinking about, Li Yian said:
"It is true that the Russians cannot listen to rational logic, but they are very sensitive to the logic of force! An appropriate response is extremely necessary! Moreover, Russia is not only a threat to Europe, but also to other parts of the world. I feel the same way, including the United States.”
This sentence touched the heart of Kennedy.
How can you not feel the same!
Even the back garden has been looted!
When he was young, Kennedy often went to Havana to enjoy life.
"So, we must stop the Russians."
Kennedy stared at Li Yi'an and said,
"The Russians are expanding around the world. They threaten Europe, threaten the United States, and also threaten Nanyang, so we must give the Russians the most resolute counterattack around the world and tell them that the free world will not allow them to expand wantonly."
Okay, When it comes to others, it's expansion, but when it comes to you, it's defense. Can you stop being so hypocritical!
Everyone is so hypocritical.
But what do you want from Nanyang?
"Your Excellency, in order to protect the "free world" from Soviet invasion, the United States has been providing a "nuclear umbrella" to its allies, and in order to better attack the Soviet Union, we have deployed medium-range missiles in Turkey and Italy , This is for the benefit of the free world."
Leaning forward slightly, Kennedy said:
"And in order to better combat the expansion of the Soviet Union, I have a proposal."
“Oh.”
Before the other party could continue, Li Yian spoke expressionlessly.
"Nanyang has its own nuclear weapons and can completely protect itself! And Nanyang is far away from the Soviet Union."
The reason why Li Yian said this was to tell the other party - don't attack Nanyang idea. For many years, Li Yi'an has always insisted on saying "no" when it comes to the U.S. military stationing in Nanyang, even during World War II. As soon as World War II ended, they left the country with gifts.
In short, there are some issues of principle that cannot be compromised.
Nanyang does not need any nuclear protection from the United States at all, and certainly does not need the United States to have a military presence in Nanyang. Deep down, it is even extremely resistant to the presence of the US military in the Philippines and Siam.
But there is no way now. Stationing in the Philippines and Siam is the overall strategic layout of the United States in Southeast Asia. Until they take the initiative to adjust, they obviously have to face reality.
However, they can't last long.
"No, no, Your Excellency, you misunderstood me!"
Kennedy was not angry at being interrupted, but explained repeatedly:
" What I mean is that Nanyang should play more of a role in fighting the Soviet Union. For example, you need to further expand your military power. Although the United States has the most powerful military power in the world, we need to protect the entire Europe. Under such circumstances, our investment in Asia is very limited. I believe that Nanyang should play a more important role in the defense issues of our allies.”
oh?
Li Yian glanced at Kennedy and murmured in his heart. Although Nanyang had previously announced that it would increase military spending, the specific amount was not announced to the outside world. Although it had been decided to increase military construction, from now on On the other hand, they are worried about arousing the vigilance of the United States. After all, Americans are wary of the Soviet Union and also their allies.
Now, Kennedy has come to ask Nanyang to increase military investment. What does it mean?
Li Yian was a little curious now, so he tried it out.
"Mr. President, you should know that Nanyang has always been very enthusiastic about the defense undertakings of its allies."
Not enthusiastic?
They all went to the North Atlantic to participate in NATO military exercises. All in all, among non-NATO allies, Nanyang is definitely the most powerful!
"The enthusiasm of Nanyang is obvious to all, but the military strength of Nanyang and the economic strength of Nanyang are contrary to each other. Your Excellency, as we all know, the economic strength of Nanyang far exceeds that of Britain, but your naval and air force strength is Far inferior to Britain, the sea may be able to block the "Iron Curtain", but that kind of obstruction is only temporary."
Kennedy stared at Li Yi'an and said in an extremely serious tone:
"We all know that economic development is very important, but security is also very important. I think Nanyang should develop a military force that matches your national strength, Your Excellency! You can no longer continue to maintain such a situation. An army without any deterrent effect.”
(End of this chapter)