Chapter 809: There is a backup plan
As soon as Ding Gaoheng finished speaking, countless possibilities flashed through Chang Haonan's mind.
The worst situation is that because he has greatly changed the direction of the world line, Turkey has decided to go all the way to blackout for some reason and divert the Bosporus Strait and the Suez Canal. It is also locked directly, even if it breaks the sky.
If this happens, it will be really difficult.
After all, his previous preparations were based on the premise that "the Turks can negotiate."
Chang Haonan had to admit that he was a little panicked.
If it is a smaller ship, then there is a theoretical route that enters the White Sea through the Volga-Don Canal, then enters the Baltic Sea through the White Sea-Baltic Sea Canal, and finally enters the Atlantic Ocean.
But it is obviously impossible to drag an aircraft carrier through the inland canal. The Bosporus is a hurdle that must be overcome.
If you can't get through, you will be in big trouble.
“So…”
Chang Haonan's hands holding the tea cup trembled slightly because of too much force, and some tea even spilled out.
But he did not notice this, but asked:
“Is it possible that countries outside the region exerted additional pressure, causing the Turks to decide to completely turn against us? "
The moment this question came out of his mouth, Chang Haonan relaxed a lot.
After thinking for a while, my mentality calmed down——
The possibility of this happening is actually very low.
After all, even during the Cold War, Turkey was properly considered an unstable element in NATO. Just because of its important geographical location, it still had a good status among US allies.
After the end of the Cold War, with the loss of its status as a bridgehead to contain the Warsaw Pact and its long-term kneeling and licking of the EU, the relationship between Turkey and the United States became more and more superficial brothers, many of which were negotiated in the 1980s. aid projects have stalled, and Turkey itself has begun to pursue a relatively independent development route.
In this context, unless Ankara suddenly suffers from some serious illness, it will definitely leave some room for maneuver.
Ding Gaoheng’s next answer also confirms this point:
"After Luchuang reported the situation, the superiors did consider this possibility, but there is no sign to prove this, including analysis of public reports from the United States. They seem to be confused about the current situation... ..."
"What about other countries?"
Chang Haonan also felt a little confused:
"Isn't there anything worth noting?"
Ding Gaoheng shook his head:
"After all, it has been less than 24 hours since the incident happened. For some countries that are not very efficient, it is estimated that there is no time to make any effective response."
"That's true..."
Chang Haonan was immediately amused.
In the four years since his rebirth, he has had more interactions with foreigners than in the forty years before his rebirth combined, and he has also seen many manifestations of species diversity.
Ding Ding Gaoheng's half-joking words made Chang Haonan think of a possibility.
"Wait..."
He quickly regained his composure:
"Director Ding, do you think Turkey itself is included in the ranks of these 'less efficient countries'? ?”
“…”
The office fell into silence again.
After a long time, Ding Gaoheng took off his glasses and rubbed his eyes that could not open due to fatigue:
"If this is really the case, then the opposite party is simply a grassroots team..."
Chang Haonan He was about to take over the conversation and comment on Rui, but at this moment Ding Gaoheng continued:
"Well, thinking about their performance over the years, I think it is not impossible..."
< br>“After all, it seems that no normal country can achieve an average inflation rate of more than 80% in a ten-year cycle...”
After saying this, the two of them did not hold back. They smiled and shook their heads almost at the same time.
The atmosphere that had been slightly oppressive just now finally relaxed.
After adjusting his emotions a little, Ding Gaoheng changed the topic again:
“Forget it, no matter what happens over there, we have to be fully prepared.” "The current attitude of our superiors is that, considering that our influence in the Mediterranean coastal areas is relatively limited, if the Turkish side's demands are not excessive, we can consider reaching a deal with them directly, and the secondary option is to use our relationship with Europe in recent years. Through the established relationship, the EU exerts pressure on Turkey to force the other party to lower or give up its asking price. ”
Finally talking about business, Chang Haonan's expression became serious again:
"Director Ding, I don't think it may be a good choice to borrow the power of the European Union for this kind of matter."
" No matter how much Turkey jumps, it is still just a medium-sized country that relies on its key geographical location to barely be considered a big country, and at least it has no direct connection with us right now. Although the Varyag is a big bargaining chip, no matter it is Whether it’s blackmail or trading, it’s basically a one-shot deal.”
“But if the EU is considered as a whole, it is already our country’s largest trading partner, and this is just the beginning. If they are also involved. If the two-party transaction turns into a three-party negotiation, the situation will be complicated, and the hidden dangers in the long run may be greater."
After hearing his concerns expressed, Ding Gaoheng nodded in agreement. ：
"For us, time is money... No, time is life. We really have to try to avoid complicating the situation, so this is the secondary option."
"But then again, we have There really is no bargaining chip that can directly be used to exchange terms with the Turks, and the Varyag must be returned. We can’t agree no matter how big the opponent is, right?”
His tone was a little helpless. .
From the previous ring project to the current Varyag being trapped, China has suffered losses in this area twice in a row.
The key is that there are no good countermeasures yet.
"Actually... Speaking of bargaining chips, I still have some."
Chang Haonan finally waited until this time and immediately sat up straight.
Ding Gaoheng showed no surprise at all.
“You are talking about the helicopter project we cooperated with AgustaWestland. Turkish Aviation Industry Group has introduced A129 and AC109 as domestic models at the same time, and now even the factory buildings have been built.”
“If we set up obstacles on technology transfer, it will really hinder them and prevent this project from being pushed forward in a short period of time.”
Obviously, superiors have already considered such an intuitive method.
But since it was not included in the main consideration, it is obvious that there are some details that Chang Haonan does not know.
Sure enough, after a slight pause, Ding Gaoheng continued:
“But what we learned after insinuating the Agusta Group is that the core of Turkey’s introduction plan is the A129 The armed helicopter, similar in form to our Project 11, will gradually increase the localization rate, and eventually reach the point where all parts except the power system are completely domestically produced. It has even obtained an export trade license and can enter the international arms sales market independently of the A129. . ”
“As for the A109, the salary is much lower. It is only produced under a license, and only the final assembly of large parts is done. In other words, even if we stall this project, The damage caused to Turkey is also very limited. On the contrary, Agusta and ourselves will suffer, so it is difficult to use this matter as a heavyweight bargaining chip, at least it cannot be compared with something as big as the Varyag. "
Chang Haonan was indeed a little surprised after hearing this explanation.
However, at that time, he just asked Song Jingming to check some internal files of the Torch Group, and there was really no way to learn such details.
It seems that Ankara dares to stir up trouble at this time. Although it seems a bit crazy, it has at least made some advance preparations.
Putting aside the good and bad aspects, at least it’s not stupid.
Unlike some countries in later generations, which clearly rely on others for more than half of their energy, they dare to directly impose sanctions on the other side.
But that's where it ends.
It’s obviously not possible to say how smart he is.
Because they are not the only ones who have a backup plan.
"Director Ding."
Chang Haonan's expression did not change because of the frustration of his idea:
"In addition to the AC109 project, we actually have a very important card."
"Oh?"
"It's Greece."
(End of this chapter)< br>