Chapter 1058 Joint Intelligence Committee
The integration of British Airways this time is a matter of time. No country can support so many aircraft manufacturing companies. The existence of so many companies at the same time will inevitably cause internal friction in the British aviation industry. The final result will naturally be that no one makes money.
Some industries are naturally suitable for monopoly. The result of not monopolizing is to undermine each other. If Pamela Mountbatten does not do this, the British government will take the lead in doing so in the future.
Not only the aviation industry, but in Alan Wilson's impression, the British automobile industry and shipbuilding industry were all merged through nationalization, and of course they were eventually sold by Thatcher.
Alan Wilson, who was about to leave for Basra, was still taking the time to replenish his strength. At the same time, he tried it here in Xiameng to see if it had any effect. He reached out to the familiar land of lush water and grass. The feedback was very satisfactory, "Personal hygiene." pay attention."
"I know!" Xia Meng muttered in a low voice with her face covered with red clouds, "I'm really not used to it."
It was another night to experience exotic customs. After many days of drinking and drinking, Alan Wilson became in high spirits. I also got rid of foods like oysters and leeks in my diet.
"It's good to know." Alan Wilson touched Xia Meng's belly with satisfaction and sighed, "Our child might be very promising."
Will it? Xia Meng followed this idea and said, "Mr. Wilson, do you have any dreams? I used to really want to be a star, but now I realize that even becoming a star is nothing in this world."
"Dream?" Alan Wilson was silent for a long time. It seemed that this question was very difficult for him. It took him a long time to answer hesitantly, "Maybe I am lucky and don't lack anything. I really have nothing to worry about. I hope One day when I can no longer find the value of my existence, I will not be so old and feeble that I lose the ability to commit suicide. This is my dream."
Xia Meng was startled, and quickly hugged the man's arm and whispered, "Don't think so, there are still many things worth pursuing."
"That's true!" Although he replied like this, Alan Wilson had a confused look on his face. He was wondering whether what he just said was true to his heart. After thinking for a long time, he was sure that it was. He didn't want to be old and weak and be tortured by illness.
Just like nuclear bombs, having a gun but not using it is completely different from not grabbing it. Alan Wilson fell asleep with this answer. After a night, after breakfast, Alan Wilson kissed Xia Meng's forehead and said goodbye.
I will continue to live a life that balances public and private matters. On the public side, I will think about the situation in the UK and make preparations to deal with it.
Private affairs naturally revolve around ladies of the same status as their wives, waiting for the Basra Conference to be held.
When Edward Bridges, the former cabinet secretary and current director of the Mountbatten Group, calls him for something, he naturally doesn't dare to neglect it. Edward Bridges can help a lot with many things in the UK, and he won't do it just because Retirement means slacking off.
"Norman's health seems to be getting worse. I don't think he can persist until he retires at sixty-five like me." Edward Bridges poured a glass of whiskey for Alan Wilson, but he was talking about Norman Brooke.
"This?" Alan Wilson didn't know why and could only say, "Sir Norman may not pay attention to his cultivation."
"It doesn't matter whether he is well-educated or not. His power is much greater than mine. His only hobby is to be a carpenter. Even if you are a few years younger, it would be very difficult for you to persist with this kind of work and rest." Edward Bridges He took out a copy of Norman Brooke's medical file and said, "Norman seems to be making personnel adjustments to various departments under supervision. If my guess is correct, you will have a new position soon."
Alan Wilson did not take what he said to Edward Bridges seriously today, and a few days later, he was called to No. 70 Whitehall by Norman Brooke, "Alan, you must get a diplomatic job." With the help of intelligence, you are now the Permanent Undersecretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. After discussions between me and the Prime Minister, it was decided that you would serve as the Secretary-General of the Joint Intelligence Committee."
"Since the national interest requires me to hold this position, I will naturally do my best." Alan Wilson was very shocked, but did not show it. He wanted to refuse, but fortunately he did not.
The Joint Intelligence Committee is one of the many committees that Norman Brooke himself serves on. Of course, the Joint Intelligence Committee is naturally very important. Alan Wilson can legitimately use British intelligence power.
Norman Brook was slightly tired. This was completely different from the sequelae of Alan Wilson riding the Rockets. It was a sign of excessive mental exertion. He summoned up his energy and ordered, "Your wife, Pamela, has just caused The aviation industry suffered an earthquake, do you know about this?"
"I know it now." Alan Wilson was very calm. He didn't think there would be any problems with this matter.
Gu/span> "It can be considered a good thing. Although those two companies are also considered old military industrial enterprises, they are not worth 60 million pounds. The current competition among domestic airlines is fierce, and they will reach this point sooner or later. I also understand in my heart. , it is impossible for all these companies that grew up during the world war to survive." Norman Brooke nodded and said, "As an aviation power, we need the aviation industry to create jobs, and it is gratifying that the Mountbatten family can do this."
"The Mountbatten family has indeed made great contributions to the country." Alan Wilson nodded in agreement, "I am very lucky."
"But this is not a reason for you to serve as the Secretary-General of the Joint Intelligence Committee." Norman Brooke chuckled. "For important departments, I like to use a small circle of assistants and keep them stationary for a long time. But we also need to consider civilized It’s actually time to pass on the inheritance.”
Although Norman Brook said it more vaguely, the implication is consistent with what Gerald Edward said. He is not prepared to retire at the age of sixty-five. This is entirely due to physical considerations.
For this reason, even if he is less than sixty years old, he has begun to consider the replacement of Whitehall. Alan Wilson is not the only candidate. He can identify an absolutely decent successor in a few years. "By the way, Six Parties When the talks take place, the Prime Minister will make a trip to Africa, especially to the colonies in Africa.”
"October? Because of the impact of the independence of French Africa?" Alan Wilson was a little surprised, and then immediately said, "I will immediately prepare information on the African colonies and assessment reports from local leaders so that the Prime Minister's trip to Africa can be more Smooth sailing.”
The Prime Minister's trip to Africa is certainly related to colonial independence, but Alan Wilson actually wanted the Prime Minister to pay attention to British Guiana, for no particular reason, except that it should be independent.
Is there any place in the world that is proud to be colonized? Of course there are, such as Guyana. French Guyana was still part of France in later generations. British Guyana only became independent in 1970, and Dutch Guyana became independent in 1975.
The entire Guyana region belongs to three countries, and its economy is second to none in Latin America. It is much better than the Latin American countries that have become independent long ago. The problem is that Guyana, regardless of whether it is French, British or Dutch, is not willing to become independent at all.
Dutch Guiana was still a leader who made a boast, but the Dutch finally seized the opportunity to kick Guyana out and allow it to become independent. France did not seize this opportunity until the 21st century.
For this colony that has no gross value, Alan Wilson means to get rid of the burden quickly. Some islands can also be used as offshore financial centers. Guyana is obviously a group of great men.
"I will send MI6 intelligence agents to Guyana to investigate. If the investigation reveals that the locals want to rely on the British and not be independent, it means that the situation is really serious." In front of Norman Brooke, Alan Wilson said took his first action as Secretary General of the Joint Intelligence Committee.
The French were just one step slower than the British and Dutch, which resulted in French Guiana falling into their hands. In the 1970s, the people of French Guiana discovered that the countries after colonial independence were still in poverty, and it was better for them to be honorable Frenchmen.
"Oh, if I remember correctly, this should be the first time I have heard you so sincerely hope for the independence of a colony." Norman Brooke laughed dumbly, "You are the Secretary-General of the Joint Intelligence Committee, of course you can do the job within your responsibilities. Anything within, but what are you going to do?”
"Create public opinion that Guyana does not want independence, and then force it to become independent." Alan Wilson replied, "This shows that Britain has changed its attitude on the colonial issue. Now is the time, otherwise there may be trouble after a long time. "
Alan Wilson remembers that Dutch Guiana was not independent. In the end, the Netherlands even agreed to a series of free grants to make Dutch Guiana independent. It would be better to get rid of this psoriasis as soon as possible to feel at ease.
After leaving No. 70 in Whitehall, Alan Wilson, who had just taken up his post as Secretary-General of the British Joint Intelligence Committee, met with Richard White, the head of MI6, and hoped that MI6 would give it a try after he took office. Prove your ability.
"Alan, I thought you were going to do something in Iran." Richard White breathed a sigh of relief, "It turned out to be such a small thing."
"White, don't think it's simple. The economy in South America is generally not good. If a large part of Guyanese don't want independence, that's the problem for Britain. We must be better than the Dutch and the French can move faster." Allen Wilson spoke solemnly and quickly evacuated the British troops from Guyana. So many colonies in Africa needed to be replenished.
Britain's valuable colonies have all become independent. What is the purpose of keeping this worthless colony in its hands?
"Okay, leave it to me, don't worry." Richard White could only nod. Are there any colonies that don't pursue independence? He would know it after a secret investigation.