Chapter 3648
After the commander of the mercenary group Du Lu briefly explained the functions of this armed force, Dong Shangyi quickly realized that the role of the mercenary group was not just to do miscellaneous tasks for the regular army. In the special environment of Southeast Asia, this semi-official armed organization can undertake military tasks that are inconvenient for the regular army. It is a very powerful tool for Xingdao.
Today's mercenary regiment has three fully-equipped army battalions under its jurisdiction. Each battalion is equipped with advanced arms such as artillery, cavalry, and communications. Although its strength is not as strong as that of the regular army, it also has the ability to carry out independent operations. Capability for low-intensity combat missions.
In addition, the mercenary group also owns more than twenty combat ships, many of which are retired warships from the South China Sea Fleet.
Dong Shangyi silently estimated that if the Haihan Army's establishment was adopted, the mercenary group would have at least two to three thousand people. It may seem like a small force, but in Southeast Asia, where there are few military powers, it is indeed an armed force that cannot be underestimated.
There are quite a few small countries surrounding the Xingdao region. If Haihan regular troops are frequently used in dealing with regional affairs, it will not only be costly, but will also make the regional situation tense, which is not good for Haihan's international image.
The mode and scope of this mercenary group's actions are much more flexible, and their diplomatic impact is relatively small. They are very suitable for carrying out small-scale military tasks to safeguard Haihan's commercial interests outside the region. For example, escorting merchant ships, garrisoning mines, guarding overseas institutions, etc.
In addition, this mercenary group will accept some military tasks assigned by other countries, which is also an eye-opener for Dong Shangyi.
According to Duru, among the armed conflicts that have occurred among Southeast Asian countries in the past decade or so, the Star Island Foreign Mercenary Group has participated in at least one-third of the battles. Moreover, in wars involving mercenary groups, it is common for the employer to be weak. Some small countries rely on the help of mercenary groups to save their country.
As for which side the mercenary group will fight for, it depends on who offers a higher price and better conditions.
The price and conditions not only refer to the amount of commission, but also the close relationship with Haihan and Xingdao, and the actual benefits it can bring to the real master of the mercenary group after assisting in the battle.
It was precisely by relying on the frequent attacks of the mercenary group that the Xingdao Region obtained the development rights for many mineral deposits in Southeast Asian countries in just over twenty years. There are also many small countries that regard Xingdao as their patron saint. When the regime changes and the throne changes, they will specially request Xingdao for canonization and recognition.
Hearing this, Dong Shangyi couldn't help but ask: "Master Du, if both sides of the conflict offer very generous terms and invite mercenary groups to fight, how should we make a decision?"
Dulu responded: "That's not easy, both sides are coming next. You can't let go of the business that comes to your door easily."
Dong Shangyi asked curiously: "Then how to operate? Is it possible to help both parties in the conflict at the same time?"
Trudeau said: "The mission objectives of our mercenary group are also divided into levels. Just set it to the lowest level and keep the employer undefeated... Having said that, the ultimate purpose of the employer hiring us is to end the conflict. If If the two sides can no longer fight, then we have achieved our goal. When the war begins, we will naturally notify both parties to calm down the conflict and enter the negotiation stage in advance."
Dong Shangyi said with a sigh: "If the employer knows about it. The Corps also received If you are employed by the opposite party, can you still pay the bills honestly? "
Dulu grinned and said: "Of course you can tear up the agreement and refuse to pay the bills, but the consequences must be Maybe not at my own risk. In a few days, we will only be seen on the other side's position." Dong Shangyi finally understood. It is estimated that the mercenary group has done this kind of two-way business before, and they don't know how to make their employer accept the results obediently. , has long been familiar with the road.
If you accept it obediently, then at least you can maintain peace and the money will not be completely wasted. But if they refuse to admit their fault, this mercenary group will probably change their stance and help their opponents beat themselves up.
Although Dong Shangyi may not necessarily agree with this approach, he can only sigh in his heart, "It's cruel enough." After all, the mercenary group is backed by Xingdao. Even if these small surrounding countries dare to offend the mercenary group, they cannot afford to offend Xingdao.
Of course, the best thing about this is that even if the surrounding small countries know that the mercenary group may eat both ends, and the price is quite high, they still dare not give up this help. It is not difficult for him to save this money, but if his opponent bites the bullet and pays for a mercenary group, it will be a big trouble.
Hiring the Star Island mercenary group can at least make them invincible. If you don't hire them to save money, it may lead to a disastrous defeat on the battlefield, and the losses at that time may be far greater than the cost of hiring a mercenary group.
So the question of whether to hire the Star Island Mercenary Group has gradually developed into a disguised arms competition. As long as any country in this region is preparing for war, it must consider hiring this armed force. This special weapon can be used in the formation, but it must not be left out.
Singdao is also constantly using this special tool to exert influence on regional countries. To put it nicely, it is to mediate conflicts between countries. To put it badly, it is to adjust and balance the forces in the region according to their own interests and needs.
Of course, the mercenary group is limited by its nature, and the tasks it can complete are also limited. For example, if Star Island wants to expand its actual control areas and establish long-term colonial points, it will not be able to dispatch mercenary groups. It will still need to dispatch the Haihan regular army that can represent the country's strength.
Singdao’s expansion in the Indian Ocean and the New World in the south followed this principle.
Of course, with the current expansion trend of Star Island, the scale of both the regular army and the mercenary group has fallen far behind the actual demand, so Qian Tiandun led the special warfare division south to Star Island, and the two sides joined forces Operation westward into the Indian Ocean.
After waiting for many days in Xingdao, Dong Shangyi finally arrived at the ship that was left for repairs on Amborna Island, so he bid farewell to Roger Tan and prepared to go to the next destination.
Although the sea route from Fujian to Xingdao has been opened and the predetermined goal has been achieved, Dong Shangyi still does not want to stop there. He hoped to go to the boundary of Xingdao's jurisdiction and have a look, maybe there would be a chance to extend Fujian's tentacles further afield.
The New World in the South is still under military control, and with the special relationship established between Fujian and Luzon, Xingdao will definitely not provide him with the opportunity to visit the New World.
There is only one direction left, the Indian Ocean. Dong Shangyi really wants to see what the situation of the special operations division fighting alone in the Indian Ocean is like now.
Although the Hambantota Port at the forefront is more than 5,000 miles away from Star Island, if you can meet the legendary Qian Tiandun and build some friendship with Fujian, then this long journey will be The trek was well worth it.