Chapter 21: transaction
Ruprecht must respect the future admiral. Not for his reputation in history, simply to obtain orders from the Admiralty, and for the gold marks, the prince can't get stiff with him. A good relationship with him is equal to an indirect relationship with the future Kaiser.
But Bismarck’s representative is different, the baron himself is not well-known in history. From the point of view of his duties, he is at best a stone to ask for directions! For a character of this level, there is no need to be polite with him as the prince is now. I really need to communicate with the Prime Minister, and I really need to talk frankly about what they need before communicating. However, it is best not to let too many unrelated people know about this thing. Therefore, the prince decided to communicate with the nephew of the Prime Minister first. If Viscount Aiden is just a stone, then the latter can at least be used as a microphone!
Besides, as the representative of the Empire in Bavaria, is it normal to communicate with the representative of the Empire before I leave? Even if Tirpitz knew about this, he couldn't say anything!
"Mr. Earl. I know what the Prime Minister meant, and I also know what he is worried about. But he doesn't understand me, or the demands of Bavaria. We don't have much interest in the foreign policy of the Empire. Compared with the construction and use of the empire's navy, I am more concerned about the people's livelihood and finances of the kingdom." The prince and happily said to the Count Bismarck in front of him.
"But, what I need to explain is that even the Prime Minister can't use this as a threat to ask the kingdom to use the votes in his hands to cooperate with his actions!" The prince changed his words and showed his attitude.
"If Baron Aiden offends His Highness, I will apologize for him." The earl stood up and bowed in salute. "The Prime Minister just hopes that the current foreign policy can be stable, and the expansion of the navy will not affect the current basic situation. After all, it is not easy for us to obtain the current status."
"Unaffected, the expansion of the Imperial Navy is imperative! In the next 3 years, the Imperial Navy will need 6 to 8 armored cruisers to replace the old cruisers and some coastal defense warships! This is not possible but inevitable! The Empire does not have Building tens of thousands of tons of battleships is itself a good move to show good to the maritime powers, and because of the empire's own location and overseas base issues, it is decided that even if these cruisers are used to break diplomatic relations, they will not have any impact on the current Britain!" His Royal Highness paused and continued: "The Kingdom has no plans for the latest round of naval shipbuilding plans. The Prime Minister can rest assured for at least 3 years."
"I think three years will be enough for the Prime Minister and the Bavarian royal family to discuss a lot of issues." In the end, the prince and his cheap father came up with a way to advance by retreating. This period of naval armament expansion The plan has basically been finalized, and it is almost time to go through the process. But the Kingdom of Bavaria has no long-term plans. It is an unwise choice to jump out and become an enemy with the Prime Minister. Besides, it is not only Germany that builds ships, but also Britain, Russia and France! It is now a seller's market. No worries about sales, so concessions to Bismarck will not make Bavaria suffer!
Is it not a good thing to sell a favor to the Prime Minister now, and then ask him to think about what to do in the future? When it expands again, it should be during the Sino-Japanese War of 1894-1895. At that time, it was a time when all major powers showed their prominence! If it is contending, it will be meaningful at that time. now? No need at all! Now someone is almost saying: "Brother has already done so, don't you, Prime Minister, don't you want to do it?" In exchange for benefits! It depends on what price Bismarck offers!
"The imperial government decided to adopt a subsidy measure to increase the domestic food self-sufficiency rate. You know, no country can rely on its neighbors to guarantee its own food security. Especially when our navy is not strong enough to guarantee the sea In the case of safe transportation lines. In the subsidy program, the infrastructure is relatively backward, and Bavaria, where land needs to be renovated, will be the top priority, and the kingdom can receive 30% of the funding."
"This year's funding for this plan is about 10 million marks, and Bavaria can get 3 million marks from the central government for agriculture. Is this plan okay? If the effect is significant, this funding can continue to increase. The proportion of increase next year may be Around 15%" the earl explained with a smile.
"3 million Mack for a year! I don’t even know how to refuse this." Ruprecht thought carefully. If this trend continues, in the first few years, I will get the profit of steel plate. It's really not as big as this financial subsidy!
Bismarck is indeed great, obviously it is a deal between himself and the Kingdom of Bavaria, but he can make a righteous reputation! Agricultural subsidies! Do a good job in agricultural construction! Who dares to oppose this? Whoever opposes and who is the enemy stands on the opposite side of the vast Junker manor! Whether you are a capitalist or a financier, facing the united Juncker, there will only be the result of being torn to pieces! This agricultural subsidy benefits not only Bavaria, but also many Prussian farmers! Don't forget that Prussia accounts for 60% of Germany's area! In East Prussia, as the land of the German Emperor, there are a large number of Junker nobles loyal to the royal family. After the support of the Junker noble and the most powerful younger brother, this plan will definitely be passed, and it will win the reputation for Bismarck! Moreover, the increase in food self-sufficiency rate naturally reduces the number of imports. The German central government may not lose money!
"May we cooperate happily, and may the friendship between the central government and Bavaria continue." The prince was very satisfied with the result. The meaning of this sentence is that it has been negotiated!
"I look forward to discussing some more in-depth issues with the Prime Minister in the future. I admire the Prime Minister's diplomatic methods very much. On the one hand, I am friends with the Austro-Hungarian Empire, and at the same time, I do not condone Austria-Hungary and let him remain on the Balkan issue. Restraint. This method is very good to avoid the situation of weak countries kidnapping powerful countries. The Prime Minister’s reinsurance treaty is just a swap of left and right hands! The reinsurance treaty supports the Mediterranean treaty opposed to ~www.wuxiaspot.com~ and In this way, Germany did not lose much, but it prevented France and Russia from approaching!" The prince said with a smile.
Some people say that the German reinsurance treaty gave the Russians too much, and it confirmed Russia's dominance over Bulgaria and East Armenia. It also guaranteed the closure of the Black Sea and did not allow foreign fleets to enter Turkey's Dardanelles! But in fact, Germany has paid nothing except verbal support!
First of all, Germany has no idea of taking action on the Balkans. Only Austria-Hungary can compete with Russia for the Balkans, and Austria-Hungary is at a disadvantage. Now that Russia has guaranteed the stability of the Balkans, the interests of Austria-Hungary have been guaranteed for the time being. The closure of the Black Sea was only verbal. Germany only promised to exert pressure on Turkey diplomatically, but it is hard to say whether it works! And if Russia has to go out of the Black Sea, it will naturally be dealt with by the Mediterranean Treaty of the three countries of Britain, Austria and Italy. The three countries guarantee the sovereignty of Turkey and resist Russia's westward advance! Germany only fulfills its neutral obligation in accordance with the reinsurance treaty. Can Russia have nothing to do with the three countries of Congo and Germany!
"I didn't expect His Royal Highness to have such profound diplomatic accomplishments. It is hard to imagine that it was proposed by a 20-year-old. I think my uncle would be happy to share some diplomatic insights with you." On the one hand, the count lamented the other party. On the other hand, he realized that the other party had thrown an olive branch to his uncle, and the other party also supported him in foreign policy! From these points alone, the Prime Minister seems to be able to sit back and relax!
"This meeting is a victorious meeting." The count was very proud!
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