Chapter 1371 For Li Country
Roddick proposed to exchange the right to use the land for weapons and ammunition, and even for mercenary assistance. This made Barot a little moved, but he was a little hesitant.
Because he is at least somewhat knowledgeable, so he knows that there are real cases of exchanging land for money.
In 2008, the Madagascar government leased more than half of the country's arable land to South Korea's Daewoo Consortium at a very low price for a period of 99 years. Forty percent of the farmers across the country lost their land overnight, received only pitiful compensation, and were forced to become Daewoo tenants.
Later, this matter failed because after the news was released, Madagascar rioted all over the country, two-thirds of the soldiers in the army mutinied, and the rebel army reached the capital within two days. A group of officials and compradors were hanged by the roadside and burned to death by angry peasants. But the Daewoo Group's people all ran away.
During the whole incident, no international forces interfered with the actions of the Madagascar government, nor did the international community condemn Daewoo Group's black-box operations and exploitation of farmers, and there was even little news.
The land area Daewoo leased is almost half the size of Belgium. In terms of area, it is 1.2 times the size of the entire Li country.
It is not easy to deprive a large number of peasant households of their land. If it is not done well, it will cause a mutiny. One's own army does not necessarily support oneself.
Because many members of the army were originally farmers, and they had land.
So Barrot thought for a while and shook his head: "It's too dangerous, Madagascar has learned from the past. Although the president and other high-ranking officials who did this have all fled, their lives are not easy. It is said that none of the exiles in Europe With no money, I can only go to the restaurant to wash dishes to live."
Roddick, who Barrot was worried about, naturally also knew, after all, he was not completely ignorant of the history of international political games.
He smiled: "It's not the same, Commander. Madagascar is too hasty. The leader of the horse country is too stupid, or the group of indigenous people in Africa is just stupid. He has never read a book, and stupidly thinks that the army will be loyal to him."
"But our current situation is different. Daewoo is just a consortium. Although it is very powerful in South Korea, it can even influence the lives of Koreans. But Daewoo cannot compare with the old European groups I represent after all."
"Let me just say this. There is a European resource group that has taken a fancy to the country of Li and plans to enter the country. They need a lot of land, and they can coordinate weapons and mercenaries for you. It is a big company with nearly a hundred employees worldwide. Ten thousand people, the company's annual income is not comparable to Li's ten-year tax revenue."
"With such a company backing you, do you think those stragglers from the Li Kingdom can pose even the slightest threat to your rule?"
"We provide weapons, mercenaries, and training for soldiers loyal to you. Isn't it good that you continue to be the commander of your country?"
Roddick is eloquent, which is the basic quality of a comprador: "Apart from this, can you obtain arms and support from other sources? No more. So I think you should agree to this condition."
Barrot had his own thoughts: "But if a European company enters the country like this, do I still have the right as a commander?!"
"Ha! Of course there are. You are still the leader of Li State. The company will still pay taxes, and everyone respects you. This is just a business. You are also trying to save Li State, right? The end After the war, the company will open a large number of factories in Le country.
When the unemployment rate goes down, wage income goes up. Farmers who lost their land will forget about the land. Because the wages are more than farming, they can live a better life.
At that time, you were the great savior of the Li country, no one would say anything bad about you, they would only remember that you saved the Li country! You can even continue to be the ruler of Li for 20 years! "
"Save the country of Li, twenty years..." Barot stood up and paced in the conference room, his heart was a little moved.
Because if the war with the Salvation Society fails, then I have no other option but to go into exile overseas. Although I have made a lot of money during my reign, what can I do with just a little money? Going to a foreign country by yourself is not like being a lamb to slaughter.
Those foreign tax bureaus, secret services, etc. will regard themselves as a piece of meat on the chopping board. If there is a change in diplomacy, maybe he will be sent back to the country and become a human gift.
Even if I apply for political asylum and the application is successful, I will not be free for the rest of my life.
Although Li State is small, with a population of more than 6 million, he is the sky in Li State. I hold the power of life and death by myself, and others will listen to what I say here.
What if you lose your rights?
Barrot shuddered, he couldn't imagine what it would be like.
At this time, Roddick added a size, which completely made Barrott make up his mind. I just heard Roddick say: "In addition, the European business group can assure you that, in addition to paying the ninety-nine-year rent to the national treasury, if you can facilitate this transaction. They are willing to give you thirty million alone Benefit fee in Euros.
And promised that if you don't want to be the leader of the Li country, you can arrange a senior management position in a large company in Europe. "
"Okay! Stop talking!" Barrot interrupted Roddick with a serious face.
Roddick thought that Barrott was going to reject him, so he hurriedly said: "Commander, you may not be able to find such a condition again. You..."
"It's not for me! What I'm doing now is to save the six million people in Li, and let them get rid of the haze of war from now on! Only a peaceful Li is a good Le." Barot said with a righteous face talking.
"I agree with this proposal, you should do it quickly. Remember, this is for the country of Li, and you, Roddick, are also from the country of Li. For the country of Li!"
It took Roddick three seconds for his expression to change from surprise to bewilderment to violent clapping.
"Yes, Grand Commander, everything we do is for the country of Li!"
Roddick sighed in his heart: No wonder the other party is the commander-in-chief, and he is just a business representative. Look, look! This is the gap!
Even if they collect black money and operate in the dark, they are so upright. Tut tut.
Three days later on the TV news, Barrot gave a national news speech.
"I am here to assure all citizens that our country has received assistance from the international community, and we will end the civil strife that has lasted for more than 20 years in Lebanon! This time we will end all wars and build a peaceful and beautiful Lebanon!"
On TV, Barot, with his back hair, beard and traditional attire, looks like a saint Mohammad.
Ps: In the last one, some people questioned that Barrott and Roddick’s operations were unrealizable, thinking that they would not be able to do such a thing without the intervention of the international order in a non-wasteland society.
But in fact, the events in Madagascar in 2008 showed that the international order is a piece of toilet paper.
If the events in Madagascar aren't memorable enough, look no further than the Rwandan genocide.
Order is unique to big countries.
The Madagascar incident is a real incident, not something I made up. However, there are not many news about Madagascar, so those who are interested can look for it by themselves. There are plenty of other similar things going on internationally. It can only be said that there are more darkness and dangers in this world than everyone thinks.
We are just lucky enough to live in a safe country.
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