Chapter 264 Volunteering

Iraq's move to send troops to Kuwait was actually a big favor to Sergey Sha. Because war can affect international oil prices. The rise in oil prices allowed the Soviet Union to obtain more foreign exchange from the balance of payments. If the war in the Middle East lasts for a year, Serezha can use the profits from selling oil to subsidize the cost of building natural gas pipelines.

But this kind of good thing can only be imagined. The United States will send troops sooner or later, and Saddam’s army looks strong, but in the face of the United States’ naval and air superiority, it can only be a silver-like pewter gun, which is useless. Since Seryozha knew that Saddam's mud could not support the wall, he would not have illusions.

Although Sergey did not intend to support Saddam, it does not mean that Sergey does not intend to benefit from the current situation in the Middle East. As one of the five permanent members of the United Nations, the attitude of the Soviet Union on the Kuwait issue is crucial. And if the United States wants to send troops in a legitimate way, it needs the support of the Soviet Union. As long as the Soviet Union does not agree to use force against Iraq, the United States will not be able to obtain the authorization of the United Nations.

So this time Seryozha did not intend to continue to pretend to be deaf and dumb at the regular meeting of the Politburo of the CPSU. He first found an opportunity to communicate with Shevardnadze about his position on the Iraqi issue. That is, don't be too happy to follow the meaning of the Americans.

Just after the International Risk Consulting Company launched an offensive on the Kosha border, Gorbachev did receive a call from President Bush. He solicited everyone's opinions on this issue at a regular meeting of the Politburo. Seryozha was the first to stand up unexpectedly and express his disapproval.

"Secretary Gorbachev, fellow committee members, I oppose the use of force against Iraq. Iraq is one of our few allies in the Middle East and a major oil country, which has a decisive influence on international oil prices. Everyone here Knowing the importance of international oil prices to us, if the United States uses force against Iraq, although in the short term it will cause international oil prices to rise, but once the war is over and the United States strengthens oil prices in the Middle East, then we will always be led by the United States in the future Let the nose go. So I suggest temporarily rejecting the request of the Americans, but don’t say anything dead, let the Americans feel that we are hesitating!”

"Comrade Ulyanov, it's inappropriate to do this! We now need the support of Western countries in many ways!" Some people felt very disdainful when they heard Sergey's remarks full of copper smell. Standing with the United States to stop Iraq's aggression against neighboring countries is a great thing to maintain world peace. As long as we stand firm on this matter, it will have a positive and positive effect on the international image of the Soviet Union. Why not do good opportunities and science?

"It is precisely because of the drop in oil prices that we are unable to make ends meet, so that the Americans can take advantage of it. Comrades, how much foreign debt we have to pay now, I think everyone here knows as well as I do, our leaky wreck may sink at any time, Do you think we still have the mind to care about other people’s lives? How many comrades at the 28th National Congress just held were dissatisfied with the central government’s weakness on the Eastern European issue, angrily chose to leave our party organization, and blindly adopted The policy of appeasement can only further divide our party," Sergei retorted mercilessly.

"You are so insightful, why don't you go and negotiate with the Americans!" Someone whispered dissatisfied.

"Okay, don't talk anymore. Discuss issues normally, don't make personal attacks on comrades!" Gorbachev coughed, and then warned. Seryozha's power is too great now, and he has been promoted too quickly in the party. Some people in the Politburo have great opinions on him. But neither the Marxist-Leninist program nor the current democratic program can ignore the great role played by Sergei in economic reform. Now that Seryozha had gained a following in the party, his opinions were no longer insignificant.

"I agree with Comrade Ulyanov, I think Comrade Ulyanov should not be excluded on this issue! Comrade Ulyanov and I had some communication before the meeting,

I feel that even if I handle this matter myself, I should refer to Comrade Ulyanov's suggestion. So I propose that it is better to let Ulyanov take full power to deal with the Kuwait issue! "Shevardnadze, who had been silent all the time, suddenly spoke to Seryozha to express his support.

Gorbachev had no reason to offend Sergey. After all, Sergey was still his man. If Sergey handled this matter well, Gorbachev would be more confident in running for president!

"General Secretary, I think we should listen to Comrade Ulyanov's suggestion before making a decision. After all, the international influence of this matter is not small, I think we should know it well!" from Central Asia Comrade Nazarbayev said euphemistically.

"Okay! Since it is an internal party resolution, it is natural to be open and transparent to all the committee members here! My plan is very simple. We can agree with the United States on the Kuwait issue! But the United States and the Arab countries that oppose Iraq must do something to us. A certain amount of compensation! I have the following requests. One is that Saudi Arabia and other Arab countries jointly provide us with an interest-free loan of 100 billion U.S. dollars, and the second is that Saudi Arabia and Kuwait promise to support production cuts in the Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries Twenty percent will bring international oil prices back to a reasonable range! Both of these two conditions are indispensable, as long as one of them is not met, we will continue to vote against it at the UN General Assembly." Sergey Sha said bluntly.

"Too fantastic..."

"The United States and Saudi Arabia will not agree..."

"How is this possible, absolutely impossible..."

"Quiet, Comrade Ulyanov, have you seriously considered what you said? How sure are you that you can get the Americans and Arabs to follow your plan?" Gorbachev felt that Seryozha Today's bragging is a bit big, don't you still want to command Saudi Arabia to fail, how could Saudi Arabia accept such harsh conditions.

"Everyone, I don't care if you believe it or not. I am 100% responsible for what I have said. If you don't believe me, just give me this job. If I fail, I will resign from all positions inside and outside the party!" Sha said confidently.

Among the people present, Gorbachev looked at Seryozha expressionlessly, but there was a hint of reminding him in his eyes, while Yakovlev shook his head inadvertently at Seryozha, which meant that Tell him, don't talk so full!

The concern of the two people still made Serezha feel a little warm, but his impulsiveness today was not a whim. He has been carried out by his supporters in the party now, whether he wants to or not, for those who are different in the party Seryozha must respond forcefully. 21046...