Chapter 2655
The coal-iron complex on the banks of the Datong River can be regarded as one of the most important industrial projects in North Korea. Such industrial upgrading involves many aspects. Even with Haihan providing technical support, it cannot be accomplished overnight. Moreover, related industries are located in the northern region ruled by Fenglin Prince Li Hao. How to coordinate and arrange the balance of interests between the north and the south will also become the focus of this negotiation.
The Ministry of Industry of Haihan has formulated an industrial upgrading plan and has also dispatched several technical officials from Changhua to join the mission to negotiate with North Korea on the specific implementation process.
For the mission, technical difficulties are not something they need to focus on. The real possibility of disputes during the negotiation process lies in the distribution of interests between the northern and southern courts.
Fu Lidao: "The King of North Korea has stated many times in secret that he hopes to bring the industries in the Datong River Basin under the direct management of the court, especially smelting and shipbuilding. He does not want to be in the hands of Lord Fenglin all the time. ”
Shi Chengwu nodded and responded: "After all, these two industries are too important. If necessary, they can be quickly transformed into military power and threaten his rule. It is understandable that he would be worried about this."
Fu Li shook his head slightly and said: "If Lord Fenglin wants to replace the throne, there is only one possibility, which is to get the full support of our country. But if our country really chooses Lord Fenglin to rule North Korea, then he does not actually need him in the north. To form a powerful private armed force. On the other hand, if Lord Fenglin wants to use these industries to establish a private armed force loyal to him, he must first win the support of our country.”
Shi Chengwu suddenly said: "So what the king wants is not just these industries, but for our country to give up its support for Lord Fenglin."
Fu Li said: "I cannot express my position easily on this kind of matter unless the executive committee gives clear instructions."
Fu Li stopped abruptly and looked at Shi Chengwu, obviously waiting for him to explain the specific instructions received by this mission.
Of course Shi Chengwu had nothing to hide from Fu Li, and immediately said: "The opinion of the Executive Committee is to maintain the status quo in North Korea as much as possible and maintain a balance between the north and the south. As for the industrial production capacity and related income in the Datong River Basin, it can be appropriately Give a portion to the South to stabilize their position.”
What is the stance of the southern court? That is absolute obedience to Haihan in exchange for Haihan's support for his rule and security protection for North Korea.
But if the ruling class headed by King Li Xie realizes that its position is unstable, and it is Haihan who caused this situation, its position may naturally loosen over time. One of the tasks assigned to the mission by the Executive Committee is to solve this problem, which has begun to show symptoms.
Shi Chengwu continued: "The specific measures are divided into two parts. One is the part on the negotiation table. Projects like steel can be loosened to North Korea in stages, so that they can enjoy more benefits. The other part is on the negotiation table. In addition, it is divided into two types of measures: one is propaganda activities, and the other is the display of military strength. We call it civil and military measures, but the related connection work also requires Lord Lao Fu." br>
Fu Li responded: "It is your duty to do your best."
A meeting may only require a few words, but actually doing it is a very complicated task. Taking measures outside the negotiation table as an example, in order to achieve influence through publicity means, Fuli needs to use local connections, invite celebrities from all walks of life in Gyeonggi Province’s cultural circle to participate in cultural exchange activities organized by Haehan, and launch weighty works to promote the bright prospects of cooperation between the two countries. As for Zhu Zian's identity, Fu Li needs to mobilize his capable men to spread various news and remarks prepared in advance throughout the city. On the one hand, he will elevate Zhu Zian's identity, and on the other hand, he will emphasize the special nature of his working for Haihan. significance. The more North Koreans know about Zhu Zian's deeds, the easier it will be to create the impact Haihan desires in this country.
As for the display of military strength, in addition to arranging public tours at the Han River pier, the fleet will also organize a joint military exercise with the North Korean navy at the mouth of the Han River when leaving Seoul. At that time, many princes, including King Yi Zhen, Ministers will also be present to observe. Fu Li was also responsible for arranging related activities, and there were quite a few yamen that needed to be dealt with.
Of course, Fu Li doesn't have to do everything personally. After so many years in North Korea, he has still cultivated a group of capable officers, and most of the work can be completed by his subordinates. The really important job for him is to teach these young officials how to sort out the many tasks at hand and implement them separately in this unfamiliar environment overseas.
Although these young officials do not have rich experience in performing tasks overseas, fortunately, they have been engaged in practical work for a long time and have relatively strong working abilities in the fields they are good at, so they will not expose the problem of having high ambitions and low abilities. As long as Fu Li gives a little guidance, they will know how to start the work they are responsible for.
The meeting lasted until late at night. Shi Chengwu and the other young people were fine, but Fu Li was already showing signs of fatigue. Seeing this, Shi Chengwu took the initiative to stop the meeting and asked Fu Li to go back and rest first.
Fu Li did not refuse, and before leaving, he informed Shi Chengwu that everyone he planned to entertain had received their invitations, and the banquet would be arranged for the night after tomorrow.
The content of this internal meeting did not require detailed transcripts, but Zhu Zian still observed the entire process as a member of the mission. However, the amount of information on the topics discussed by Fu Li and everyone in the mission was too large, and it was quite difficult for Zhu Zian to digest it on his own.
Zhu Zian has always believed that Haihan's control of North Korea was based on military means, and North Korea surrendered to Haihan only after being frightened by force, but the actual situation seemed to be somewhat different from his ideas. Haihan's control over North Korea is far more comprehensive than he imagined, covering all levels from top to bottom.
The upper-class people who hold the power cannot resist because they know that Haihan has already prepared a substitute, and if they do not cooperate, they may be replaced at any time.
Gentlemen and businessmen are the group that has directly benefited the most from the cooperation between the two countries. As vested interests, they are unlikely to sacrifice their own industries and futures to fight against the sponsors who have benefited them.
The information that the lower class people have access to is often spread by Haehan. They only know that working for Haehan can get better income. The security of North Korea comes from Haehan's asylum. If there is a chance to immigrate to Haehan, , and the possibility of rapid success. To them, Haihan is a heavenly kingdom worthy of worship, and its status has even surpassed that of the Ming Dynasty in the past two hundred years.
(End of chapter)