Chapter 1468: The Money Capability of Multinational Corporations (Third update, please subscribe)
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In the next few days, newspapers and TV are all discussing "We from the Stars". Perhaps historians will argue there, but for the vast majority of ordinary people, what they feel is What?
It is a kind of inner pride!
Such pride not only resonated locally, but even Jason, sitting on the plane on the other side of the ocean, felt a certain resonance.
"The Romans said that they were wolf children, and the she-wolf's suckling babies were their source, and the Milky Way...we came from the Milky Way, so we went to conquer the stars."
On the plane, Jason pointed out the window and said to his son.
"Kailes...I..."
Kelesi pointed to the starry sky outside the porthole window and said:
"I am galaxy!"
The one who was less than three years old looked at his father, switched to Chinese and said:
"I am the Milky Way."
His son's words made Jason laugh and said:
"Yes, you are the Galaxy", and Annie also laughed. Galaxy is her son's name, and it also means galaxy and Milky Way in English.
Although the two- and three-year-old children were full of energy, they soon fell asleep. After her son fell asleep, Annie sat in Jason's arms and said:
"Dear, do you think dad will support your decision?"
Facing his wife's inquiry, Jason shook his head and said:
"I just came to ask for his opinion."
In other words, whether his father agrees or not, he will continue to do it.
After more than ten hours of flight, the "Gulfstream" flying from New York finally landed at Chang'an International Airport. After the plane landed, Jason and his family took a car and left the airport through a private passage.
However, the car did not go to the official residence, but to the "private house" in Genting Highlands. As usual, the whole family was there, and it was as lively as ever.
After a brief chat with his brothers and sisters, Jason walked into the study with his father. After entering the study, Li Yian took out a cigar from the cigar box and threw it to his son.
He took the cigar thrown by his father and cut off the other end with cigar cutters. The father and son just smoked the cigar and started chatting.
"Already decided?"
After taking a puff of his cigar, Li Yian asked:
"The company's interests must be guaranteed!"
Jason, holding a cigar in his mouth, said directly:
"Last year, Kennedy's attitude was extremely ambiguous on the issue of nationalization. That's why Brazil's Goulart tried to promote the nationalization policy of iron ore! But now the White House has clearly opposed other countries' nationalization policies and believes that Brazil has It is possible to turn to Russia, and the Brazilian military also believes that Goulart is sending Brazil to Russia on a dinner plate. They must take action before it completely destroys Brazil, so they will take action soon. ”
Li Yian didn't speak as he listened to his son's story. The first link in the international chain reaction caused by Kennedy's assassination was in Brazil!
Brazil, Brazil also experienced a period of rapid industrialization and was regarded as the infrastructure madman in Latin America. This golden age of Brazil was almost the entire 1950s.
In the mid-to-late 1950s, Brazil's oil production will increase 15 times, steel production will double, and Brazil will build 20,000 kilometers of new highways. In addition, the tobacco industry, electrical equipment, chemicals, pharmaceuticals, power and other sectors have shown strong growth. A typical representative of Brazil's industrialization achievements is the automobile industry. Automobile giants from various countries have invested in Brazil, of course, including Wuling and Volkswagen.
The most famous political achievement, and also the symbol that makes Brazil become the infrastructure madman in Latin America in this era, is the new capital of Brazil, which was built in only three years - and this project included construction companies affiliated to many companies such as Hetai Construction. Also participated in the construction.
Over the past few years, the company has been deeply involved in construction in Brazil.
Because of this, Li Yian knew what President Joao Goulart had done in the past few years.
The leader of the Brazilian Labor Party took over the presidency three years ago amid opposition from the military. His predecessor, President Cuederos, was also a left-winger whose pro-Cuba stance angered conservatives. Quadros submitted his resignation to the Congress three years ago under the attack of the Communist Party. In fact, he originally wanted to learn from France's De Gaulle, and forced Congress to retain him by resigning, and granted him the same powers as De Gaulle.
But he obviously thought wrong. Both the right wingers who opposed him and Vice President Joao Goulart, who formed a coalition government with him, were very happy to see him resign, especially for Vice President Joao Goulart. The president's resignation means that he can ascend to the throne of the presidency.
However, Joao Goulart has been strongly opposed by the military since the beginning of his succession. In the eyes of the military, this guy is simply a "spokesman of Russia." However, the military's opposition gave birth to a nationwide "legitimacy" movement, whose members demanded that the military respect the legitimate power of Goulart's successor as president. The backbone of this movement includes not only the Brazilian Labor Party and left-wing coalition groups, but also centrist politicians and military officers who believe that only respect for the constitution can guarantee Brazil's future.
In short, Goulart became president amidst the opposition of the military. As soon as he came to power, he adopted some radical reform measures, from promoting land reform to promoting nationalization policies.
The military is even allowed to establish guilds. Soldiers have the right to join guilds and take measures to protect their rights and interests just like ordinary workers.
In terms of broad imagination, President Goulart is definitely the number one person.
To be honest, the Brazilian military has not yet driven this guy out of power, which is the most abnormal thing.
"They should have taken action long ago!"
Looking at his son, Li Yian said:
“I don’t comment on the fact that Goulart’s promotion of land reform and nationalization policies touched those people’s cakes, but when he allowed the military to set up trade unions, barrister, and refuse to obey orders, there was no need for this president to exist. .
As president, he turned everything into a tool for power and gain, even at the expense of destroying national defense. Such a president..."
With a cold smile, Li Yian said:
"What's the use of keeping it?"
Sometimes, some politicians really cannot be evaluated because the military does not support his policies - refusing to be a tool in its hands to push its policies with force regardless of opposition. Just try to advance the policy by destroying and weakening the army.
It can only be said that the Brazilian army is really weak. If it were anyone else, they would probably have "colluded in big things" long ago.
However, Li Yi'an doesn't care about Goulart's fate, he is more concerned about what his son wants. "So, what is your purpose?"
"The company's interests must be protected, and the company will provide $15 million in funding to the opposition and the military to help them take the next step."
Jason thought for a while and said:
"In return, after the incident is over, they will suspend the nationalization of iron ore."
"Can this promise be guaranteed?"
Li Yian asked back:
"Are the promises given by politicians or others?"
"It is General Castillo Branco, Chief of Staff of the Army. His representatives said that they will respect international business rules and believe that business rules are the foundation of international trade and national economic development, and they must be guaranteed under any circumstances!"
Jason thought for a while and added:
“It’s not just us, but several other large multinational companies have also expressed support for it, and they also need us to provide corresponding financial support. After all, Brazil’s finances are currently extremely tight and they need funds from outside. Help?
I believe that after they achieve success, they will definitely make concessions on many issues in order to gain our support. ”
Why multinational companies have great influence in many countries after the war? To put it bluntly, it is because of the money in the hands of multinational companies.
Those countries, especially developing countries, cannot do without the financial support provided by multinational companies, and of course they cannot do without their investment. Therefore, to a large extent, the bosses of multinational companies are the uncrowned kings.
They will even overthrow a president if necessary.
Just like now, when their cake is touched by others, the ending waiting for Goulart is already doomed.
This is the power of multinational corporations. These multinational corporations may only have a certain influence in their own countries, but in some countries, they can even influence a country.
In fact, Li Yian is also paying attention to Brazil. But that is the backyard of the United States. Let the Americans handle the matter. Just like now, the Americans will not be able to hold on before he takes action.
After that playboy's brainstorming, the United States was finally pulled back on the "right path" of being an imperialist country!
"What else?"
Li Yian asked while looking at his son.
"You must have other ideas about Brazil."
"Yes,"
Jason replied:
"I think this is an opportunity to expand their influence in Brazil. After they solve Goulart, Brazil's political power will definitely be reorganized.
In this process, a new class of power will emerge, and by participating in it, they will receive corresponding rewards. ”
After a slight pause, Jason added:
"The United States is more Mellon's, and Brazil...I hope new progress can be made there."
After listening to his son's answer and looking at him, Li Yian nodded slightly. Why didn't he understand what his son meant?
He hopes to use this opportunity to expand his influence in Brazil.
"Your idea is not wrong, but you must understand that after a military coup, a military government must come to power. In many cases, wealth is not worth mentioning in the face of guns."
Li Yian reminded:
"And economically speaking, no matter how promising Brazil is now, it is actually far behind the United States."
This is a reminder as a father. After all, he knows very well that sometimes one's ability is invincible, but sometimes one is vulnerable in the face of power.
"I know,"
Jason nodded and said:
"The United States is fundamental. Only by relying on the influence of the United States can Brazil be put on the back foot and not dare to act rashly..."
As a businessman, Jason knows very well that without the backing of the United States, he is just a piece of fat in the eyes of the military government. But with the backing of the United States, he can use his money power to make trouble in the country of Brazil, and even controls everything in that country.
The premise is that behind the ability to make money, there must be something to rely on, and for now, the United States is his backer.
"In order to gain greater influence, the world is so big and cannot be limited to one place. It is not limited to one corner or one place. Just like what you said, father, our journey is the stars and the sea. I think that maybe there is My sea of stars!”
Looking at his son who already had his own ideas, Li Yian nodded and said:
"Now that you have decided, let's do it!"
Looking at his son, Li Yian smiled.
Our journey...
(End of chapter)