Chapter 580 British Response and Decision
"There is indeed no shadow of other countries." Foreign Minister Dize said: "But according to the British reaction, they are very interested in intervening in the Nicaraguan Civil War, and they will even take action soon."
Arthur expressed his understanding of the British's impatience. At present, the British Empire's position as the world's number one power is very stable, and its biggest competitor, the United States, is also facing continuous weakening.
The reason why the United States suffered such a serious crisis is that there are shadows of the British in many events.
If we can use this Nicaraguan Civil War to give the Americans another heavy blow, or even directly control the Panama Canal in turn, this will be crucial for the potential Anglo-American hegemony.
Once the Panama Canal is controlled, the US Pacific Fleet and Atlantic Fleet will be divided into two parts, which will greatly reduce the threat of the US Navy.
The British Empire's home fleet can easily deal with the US Atlantic Fleet, and the Indian Ocean Fleet and the Persian Gulf Fleet in Australasia can also easily deal with the US Pacific Fleet.
The United States, which has lost its naval threat, is not even as threatening as Italy in terms of military. We can't expect those American soldiers to do something, right?
Let's not talk about the combat effectiveness of the US Army. The blockaded United States on the sea has lost its threat to any region except North America.
However, this is also in an ideal situation. After all, the United States still has an ally island country. The United States and the island country are united, and it is also worth the full efforts of Britain and Australasia.
"Tell the British that Australasia supports Britain's actions in Central America, but Australasia should also get its due benefits." Arthur nodded and gave his answer.
It is necessary to support the British actions, because weakening the United States is also what Arthur and Australasia want to see.
Britain is strong, but Britain's strength is good for Australasia, because there is no obvious conflict of interest between the two countries, but they are natural allies.
But the United States is different. If there is no restriction on the United States, Europe will experience another round of weakening, and the throne of world hegemony is destined to belong to the United States.
There are two obvious characteristics between the strength of Britain and the strength of the United States. Britain has many enemies in Europe when it is strong, but the United States has no enemies in the Americas. The more distant enemy is Australia and Australasia.
The strength of the United States will not be of any benefit to Australasia, unless Australasia only wants to become a country hiding in Oceania.
But is this possible? According to Australasia's current actions and strategic national policies, this is simply impossible.
The reason why the great powers are great powers is that in addition to the land area and population advantages they naturally possess, strong ambitions are also one of the reasons that make them great powers.
Looking at all the great powers, which one of them does not have ambitions?
Even Italy, which has a weak presence, has taken the initiative to provoke many wars and plundered a considerable number of colonies.
It is not an exaggeration to say that even medium-sized countries have extraordinary ambitions. In this era of the survival of the fittest, only by having extraordinary ambitions can one's country become stronger.
The kind of lord who maintains the status quo can do nothing in this era, because if you have no ambition, there will be ambitious countries that will surpass you and then covet your status and resources.
"Your Majesty, what needs should we strive for?" Foreign Minister Dai Ze asked tentatively.
For matters concerning national interests, Arthur's opinion is the final decision. Even Foreign Minister Dizer cannot make decisions for Arthur without authorization.
"El Salvador, or more territories in the Persian Gulf." Arthur smiled and said, "Australasia cannot only focus on Oceania, our goal should be a wider world."
El Salvador is also a Central American country, but it is far away from the Panama Canal, and it is located on the Pacific coast, surrounded by Guatemala, Honduras and Nicaragua.
Compared with other Central American countries, El Salvador is relatively small and does not seem to be that important.
Australasia's fight for this region will not infringe on the interests of the British, and it can also win a military base and sphere of influence for Australasia in Central America.
Needless to say, the importance of a military base, especially an overseas military base, can greatly enhance overseas influence and control a region.
If Australasia has a military base in Central America, it can directly threaten the United States, especially when it has an atomic bomb, the threat to the United States is fatal.
Not to mention the Persian Gulf region, where oil is an important energy source. Occupying more of the Persian Gulf region is equivalent to creating more revenue for Australasia.
"I understand, Your Majesty. Please rest assured that I will strive for more benefits for the country as much as possible." Minister Dize nodded and said very solemnly.
London.
Since the outbreak of the Nicaraguan Civil War, the London government has been busy seeking opinions from various countries.
Fortunately, there are not many powers with enough say at present, and the British mainly ask about the views of France and Australasia.
The current British Prime Minister is Baldwin, and he is also surrounded by the new British cabinet.
"Gentlemen, now is the most important time for the British Empire. We must do our best to control the Panama Canal and strangle the United States, the potential biggest threat." Prime Minister Baldwin looked at his subordinates with expectation, and said impatiently.
If he can solve Britain's current biggest opponent during his term, then his contribution will be no less than that of Prime Minister Lloyd George who won the First World War.
More importantly, the British Empire will have no rivals in the world after this, and even during his term, there is hope to rebuild the glory of the Victorian era.
"Mr. Prime Minister, what is our purpose? Is it to intervene in this civil war by force, or simply to cause trouble for the Americans?" The Foreign Minister looked at Baldwin and asked.
The Prime Minister's attitude is very important. It also determines the tough attitude of the British Empire in this incident, and even determines whether the British Empire will intervene in this civil war by force.
"What is the opinion of Australasia?" Prime Minister Baldwin did not respond directly, but asked a question that he was very concerned about.
"The Australasian diplomatic department has responded that if we support their expansion in the Persian Gulf and allow them to occupy El Salvador, they will agree to any action we take in Central America." The Foreign Minister answered fluently.
"Expansion in the Persian Gulf and occupation of El Salvador? God, why are they so greedy?" Prime Minister Baldwin was very surprised and asked with some surprise.
"Their diplomatic department has said that this is the opinion of His Majesty Arthur, and they cannot change it." The Foreign Minister shrugged and said helplessly.
As two countries with relatively close relations, they naturally have some understanding of the political system of Australasia.
Compared with George V, who has now lost power in the United Kingdom, Arthur's position in Australasia is unquestionable and cannot be provoked by anyone.
"Tell them that we do not oppose their occupation of El Salvador, nor do we oppose their encroachment on the interior of the Persian Gulf. But we can't do anything about the opposition of other countries. The British Empire cannot represent the whole world." Prime Minister Baldwin thought carefully for a while before giving his answer.
"I'm afraid Australasia won't agree to this?" The Foreign Minister hesitated. This was far from what Australasia asked for, and even the British Empire did not express support.
The then British Minister of Finance was Chamberlain, not the one who scored 100 points in basketball in later generations, but the famous Prime Minister Chamberlain.
Speaking of Prime Minister Chamberlain's early political career, it was not so smooth.
Especially in recent times, the changes in British politics have been quite rapid.
1 Labor became the new Prime Minister, Chamberlain became the Director of the General Post Office, and successfully joined the British Cabinet as the Minister of Health a few months later.
But soon, for various reasons, Baldwin took over as the new Prime Minister and appointed the former Minister of Health Chamberlain as the Chancellor of the Exchequer, ending the history of the British Prime Minister serving as the Chancellor of the Exchequer.
But this does not mean that Chamberlain's career was smooth. If Arthur remembered correctly, the Baldwin cabinet fell before it lasted a year. Chamberlain served as Minister of Health and Chancellor of the Exchequer before finally becoming the new British Prime Minister in 1937.
Although his political career was not smooth, Chamberlain, who had just become Chancellor of the Exchequer, was still very good at expressing his opinions.
"Mr. Prime Minister, I think we should respect the interests of our ally Australasia. We must choose between the Persian Gulf and El Salvador and give Australasia firm support. It is not only related to our actions in Nicaragua, but also to the stability of the Anglo-Australian alliance. At present, due to the changes in Russia, the Anglo-Australian alliance is our most important alliance, far more important than the Allies and the World League. Please think carefully about your decision and carefully consider the interests of our allies." Chancellor of the Exchequer Chamberlain said with a serious face.
"My friend, you may be right. Let's do this. We support Australasia's expansion inland in the Persian Gulf, but let Australasia solve the problem of El Salvador. We will not provide support, but we will not oppose Australasia's actions." The advice of the Minister of Foreign Affairs and the Minister of Finance was jointly given by even Prime Minister Baldwin.
Of course, the two people's words are indeed reasonable and are also very important. After all, the Minister of Finance and the Minister of Foreign Affairs have great power. The Minister of Finance was previously concurrently held by the Prime Minister, which is enough to show how powerful the Ministry of Finance is.
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