Chapter 627: Zhu Mingyan's Conditions
Harvey thought about it carefully and found that what Zhu Mingyan said was really reasonable. He nodded helplessly and said, "Okay, Mr. Ambassador has any new intentions to cooperate. As long as it is really good for our church and is beneficial to the people of our country, I will definitely cooperate with you!"
Zhu Mingyan smiled slightly and said, "That's right.
Today, the proven oil reserves of the entire country of Iraq are about 100 billion barrels, accounting for 10% of the total global oil reserves.
What a huge fortune this is, but because of the limitations of the oil drilling capacity of Iraq, it can only be snatched away by the people of M. I think the President must be very annoyed by this, right?"
Harvey smiled bitterly and shook his head and said, "Yes, the Chinese people in M are robbing our oil, and I am indeed very annoyed, but the problem is, I will also be annoyed if I replace Chinese people in M as you Chinese. Is there any difference?"
Zhu Mingyan said: "I think Mr. President misunderstood what I mean. My intention is definitely not to coerce Mr. President to pass on the benefits that the people of M have seized from Iran to us. Such things are not something we can do by advocating peace and jointly carrying out!"
Harvey said, "Oh...", "What do you mean?"
"I mean, we send experts and technicians to help you improve the technology of oil mining and drilling, but the oil mined should be delivered to us first. However, the price should be jointly formulated by both of us, and both sides have the right to speak.
The country of Iraq is not allowed to stop oil transmission to China without authorization, and China will not stop introducing oil to China for no reason. Both sides are mutually beneficial. What do you think about this?" Zhu Mingyan said with a smile.
Harvey pondered for a moment and said slowly: "Now the global demand for oil is rising sharply, but oil is used a little less, and the preciousness of oil is constantly emerging.
As the world's largest and fastest economic development country, China has increased its demand for oil even more obvious. The ambassador wants to turn Iraq into China's oil reserve base!”
Zhu Mingyan shook his head and smiled: "Don't the President think that the strategic oil partners are more appropriate? Besides, compared to the naked grabbing of M Country, isn't this more conducive to promoting the development of Iran? With the gradual maturity of Iran's oil technology and the continuous increase in daily output, in addition to meeting the needs of our country, Iran will become a new and powerful competitor in the international market. Like Saudi Arabia, welcoming the national development, so why not do it?"
Harvey said rationally: "The ambassador said it well. This cooperation does give Iran a chance to show, but compared to the benefits you China will gain from it, it is a drop in the bucket.
Not to mention the huge benefits you can gain in terms of economy, but the political significance is extraordinary. China is a major oil importer, and 50% of the oil needs to be imported, which undoubtedly greatly increases the sensitivity of the Chinese government to the world political situation.
Once a large-scale war breaks out, China's oil demand will be curbed immediately, as if it is being pinched to the throat.
And now, with our country of Yi, as our oil partner, China can rest assured.
China will have as many years as the oil can be mined in Iraq. China can even use this to greatly reduce its dependence on the world economy. In the future, no matter how the international oil prices soar, China can steadily become Diaoyutai.
Not only that, the related oil industry will also gain strong and unmatched competitiveness because its cost is much lower than in the international market! To be honest, it is huge profits!"
Harvey is not a fool. He has three doctoral degrees in economics, law and politics. It doesn’t make Zhu Mingyan surprised that he can see so much.
Zhu Mingyan also argued at all, spread his hands and said with a smile: "Since we have paid, we should naturally get it. If the President thinks we have received too much, he can choose not to cooperate with us!"
Havid smiled bitterly and said, "I have reached this point today. Do I have any choices other than cooperation?"
Zhu Mingyan said lightly: "From the words of Mr. President, I seem to hear the deep dissatisfaction of Mr. President, which makes me very uneasy! I hope Mr. President will not misunderstand that I am taking advantage of the situation..."
"There is no free lunch in the world. All politics is driven by interests. I know very well this! What's more, China's oil policy is much more civilized than that of M! I can agree to the request of M!, not to mention that your proposal is indeed mutually beneficial cooperation. How could I feel dissatisfied? If possible, I want to reach an agreement with you as soon as possible so that the people of Iran can fill their stomachs sooner!"
Harvey said calmly.
"I deeply admire Mr. President's love for the people and humanely. Don't worry, the representative of the China Petroleum Group has arrived in Iraq. As long as the President is convenient, you can sign a contract at any time!"
Harvey nodded and said, "Very good! Sir Ambassador, you should have no other requests, right?"
Zhu Mingyan smiled bitterly and said, "Now I feel a little greedy and I'm very embarrassed. Mr. President, I have the last request, I hope Mr. President can agree!"
Harvey frowned and said in a deep voice: "I have agreed to the most sensitive oil problem. What else can I not agree to? Please tell me, Mr. Ambassador!"
Zhu Mingyan said slowly: "Mr. President, you also know that the situation in Iraq is very unstable, and oil fields and oil wells are the best targets for terrorists.
Since we have reached an agreement to jointly open up the oil resources of Iraq, I hope that the President can allow our Chinese People's Liberation Army to enter Iraq to focus on protecting the safety of the oil fields!”
"What!? You China is going to send troops to Iraq!? This is impossible! The US military stationed in Iraq has already made us feel very embarrassed. If China also comes to garrison troops, then I might as well die in front of the people of the whole country!"
Harvey Zhai Zhu Mingyan's request seemed extremely excited, and he couldn't help but slap the table and shouted loudly.
Harvey's performance seemed to be as expected by Zhu Mingyan, so Zhu Mingyan was not surprised at all. Until Harvey calmed down, Zhu Mingyan smiled and said, "Sir, President, don't be impatient..."
"This is invasion! How can I calm down!?" Harvey said angrily.
Zhu Mingyan smiled and said, "Sir President, listen to me, this is just our initial idea, but later, we also realized that this was indeed inappropriate. Therefore, we came up with the second plan, which is to place the radius of 50 square kilometers of the oil field into an unmanned area and prohibit everyone from entering. Once an invader appears, our Chinese side has the right to shoot him to death!"
Compared to the plan of the garrison, this plan was much easier to accept. Harvey immediately calmed down, pondered for a moment, and said slowly: "This doesn't sound difficult! I just want to know that you circled this no-man's land just to protect the safety of the oil field, right?"
Zhu Mingyan smiled and said, "Otherwise, what else do the President think we will do?"
Harvey shook his head and said, "I don't know, but I know it must be that simple! I want the ambassador to assure me that this fifty square kilometers of forbidden land will not cause disaster to my country and people!"
Zhu Mingyan immediately said: "Please rest assured by the President. If something really happens, I, Zhu Mingyan, are willing to take responsibility for it!"
Harvey nodded and said, "Since that's the case, I can rest assured! However, the two things you said are not the final decisions for me alone. I need to vote in Congress!"
Zhu Mingyan smiled and said, "Of course, this is a necessary procedure, but it is just a procedure, right, Mr. President?"
Harvey naturally understood what Zhu Ming said, sighed and nodded, saying, "But you know, I need time to complete these procedures! But the people of Iran have no time anymore, I hope..."
Zhu Mingyan was very understanding and said cheerfully: "I understand this! Mr. President just worry. I believe that Mr. President is a trustworthy leader. I will immediately know the brains of Tiantaka and ask them to hand over the food on the three ships to Mr. George as soon as possible. As long as Mahadi gets off here, all the grain stores will be reopened soon!"
Harvey nodded gratefully and said, "Since that's the case, I would like to thank Mr. Ambassador. However, I still have a reluctant request, and I hope Mr. Ambassador can agree to me!"
Zhu Mingyan looked at Harvey slowly and murmured: "Mr. President, do you have to see the sky? "
Harvey smiled and said, "You also know that I can barely count as a three-legged tripod today.
The country of m, Tianta is the second one. Our Democratic Hall can barely count as the third leg.
I have really admired Tianshu for a long time and have long thought of meeting Tianshu. If the ambassador is convenient, I would like to ask Yu to have this small wish of the man!”
When Zhu Mingyan was a little hesitant, accompanied by a crisp smile, Li Xiaogang and lightning came out together.
Zhu Mingyan's eyes lit up and pointed at Li Xiaogang and said to Harvey: "Mr. President, let me introduce you to you. This is Mr. Li Xiaogang, the brain of Tianshu, and this Mr. Lightning is the commander-in-chief of Tianshu in the Yiguo region!"
Harvey's eyes lit up suddenly, and his eyes seemed to be absorbed on Li Xiaogang and Lightning, and he could not move anyway.
The two stood side by side. Although Li Xiaogang was handsome, Lightning was also equally majestic.
Chapter completed!