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Chapter 5 Governing the Southwest Section 10 Lhasa Situation VII

※Now not only Carl understands what Jansen means... Naziya also understands it. Zhishizao Indochina's military power is even weaker. If China, Japan and Germany really join forces, the first thing that will be British and French will be the ones that will not be the ones, but France. Naziya cursed in her heart that these Americans are really not things, but such important intelligence cabinets do not reveal to them. It's really damn.

"Mr. Jansen, your country has a great influence in China. I wonder what measures your country plans to take?" Ziya seemed careless. But her eyes quickly glanced at Carl, and Karl immediately understood his purpose.

"Yes. Mr. Jansen, how do your country intends to stop Japan's expansion?" Carl followed closely.

Jansen smiled slightly: "The policy we promote is open doors, and as long as we follow this principle, it will not harm our interests.

The subtext of Jensen's words is very clear. Neither Indochina nor India, there is no American interest, so the United States will not interfere. Of course, the specific decision was made by Washington, and his judgment was

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Nazia sneered in her heart. It seemed that the Americans would adopt the strategy of the last war and make money first. Then they would send troops to obtain the maximum profit at the minimum price. They were really cunning Americans.

"I heard that the US Congress has suspended loans to China, is that right? Mr. Nazia asked lukewarmly, then sucked the cigar in his hand slightly, spit out the smoke rings, and stared at Jensen through the thin smoke.

"Gentlemen" Jansen raised his head and said, "We cannot blindly accommodate China, nor can we suppress it. For us, it is in our interests only if China continues to resist; but how can we make them resist? One hand is hard and the other is soft, do you understand?

Jansen said as he tried to beat the two hands, as if the knight who controlled the rope. Carl nodded thoughtfully. He understood what Jansen meant, but Ziya ignored Jansen's "joke" and continued to ask: "Mr. Ambassador, where is the basis for your judgment that Chiang Kai-shek would negotiate with Japan after Wuhan is lost?"

"Even Wuhan is lost, can they still fight? Isn't Mr. Wang Jingwei already advocating peace?" Jansen replied calmly: "Mr. Qiya thinks they can still fight?"

Na Qiya was speechless. In fact, he made the same judgment in the report to Paris, but he wanted to support China. Carl stood up and replied for Naziya: "I think they still have the ability to continue, and the Chinese government is very visionary. Their military industry is located in Chongqing, not Wuhan or Changsha. Now they are developing Guizhou again. Once Guizhou is developed successfully, they have the material conditions to defeat Japan.

"Mr. Ambassador is right" Thomas said: "I have an idea about the ** incident. I don't know if it's OK.

Carl made a gesture of invitation, but Jansen frowned slightly. He interrupted Thomas with some unhappiness: "That's just your personal thought, Thomas

"Mr. Jensen, this is just a private meeting. All communication is private. It does not represent the government's opinion. Carl Lixuan expressed his attitude. He wanted to know Thomas's thoughts. Even if it was his personal opinion, at least he could find clues about the attitude of the US government.

Thomas was a newborn calf, not afraid of tigers, and did not care about Jensen's unhappiness. Following Carl's words, "Since that's the case, then I will. The measures taken by the Chinese government in the Lhasa incident were very tough. This is related to the wrong policies adopted by the West in China over the years. China saw the weakness of the West. They knew that now is the weakest time for the West, so they started to act. Mr. Ambassador, you have to admit that even if China has taken such tough measures in the ***, your country still cannot take a tough response. Germany has restrained your strength. Since it is impossible to take a tough response, I suggest that your country take measures to minimize the impact of this incident.

Carl Yang was about to fight back, but his eyes were tilted to Ziya nodding frequently, and his words were already at the edge of his mouth were immediately flattened. However, Jansen's heart nodded secretly and his evaluation of Thomas immediately turned 180 degrees. Although this young man was a little impatient, his vision was very accurate and he was a good talent.

Suddenly, Carl understood that Thomas's suggestion was probably the best way to deal with it. Jansen had already hinted that as long as Chiang Kai-shek continued to fight, the United States would support him; Nazia actually expressed his attitude. France was unable to intervene in the ** incident, and Paris's biggest hope now is to let China hold Japan and keep Indochina; the only stakeholder is Britain, but can the British Empire still send troops to the **? The answer is obvious.

The cars are speeding on the highway, and Chongqing's traffic order is obviously better than that in Shanghai and Nanjing. It has a spacious four-lane highway with pedestrian crossings, and traffic police command vehicles at the intersection. The road is lined by bustling buildings, and various advertisements cover the exterior walls of the building. All this makes Jason Xiran feel like he is back in New York.

"Do you really think that the Chinese government will negotiate with the Japanese after Wuhan is lost?" Thomas couldn't stand Ji Bin. He spoke first to break the silence.

Jensen was still watching the factories that kept flashing across the road, and military vehicles loaded with various materials passed by. Before coming to Chongqing, he also heard about the city and saw reports from the consulate in Chongqing. However, he could not feel the shock when he was not immersed in it. The Chinese created such a city in just seven years. It laid the foundation for combat against Japan and created miracles in the history of industrial development.

Thomas did not receive Jensen's answer. He followed Jensen's gaze. After a while, he suddenly understood Jensen's thoughts.

"The Chinese made longer preparations for this war than everyone expected, and this city would know how determined they were." Thomas sighed a little.

"Child, you're talking too much today." Jansen felt that he had to remind him that some things in the diplomatic field could not be said too clearly.

Thomas was a little ashamed. He knew that he was reckless again today. Jansen was a little happy when he looked at the shy big boy. This child had a lot of future.

"Your analysis of the UK is correct, but it is a bit unpredictable why the Chinese government does this. It is not good for them to anger the British now."

"I think they are taking risks," Thomas nodded and agreed: "I have read some materials about ** these days, Chinese and British, and I have read them all. These materials reveal a message. The Chinese are very angry at what the UK has done in ** over the years. If they only gain some economic benefits, the Chinese may be able to bear it, but they are inciting Xili, which is something that the Chinese cannot accept. They have been looking for opportunities to drive the British out of **, and now they have found it."

Jensen was shocked, and he turned his head to look at Thomas. The latter showed a little shyness. Jensen frowned slightly: "How did you think of this? Did that reporter May tell you?"

The reporter of Mei is Mei Youlan. After accompanying Mr. Mei to walk around the northwest, she returned to Chongqing some time ago. Thomas quickly got news about her. The two often met. When Jansen.com arrived in Chongqing, she also accepted Mei Youlan's exclusive interview.

"No, no," Thomas denied repeatedly: "I admit that being influenced by her, she has recommended several articles to me."

Jensen stared at him with some doubt. Thomas's words reminded him that perhaps Washington's notice made him too nervous, which affected his judgment on the Lhasa incident. Maybe he should really visit the Southwest Camp Director.

"What you said may be correct, but it still needs to be confirmed." Jansen said slowly: "Do you know where General Zhuang Jihua is now?"

Thomas thought for a while before answering: "The last time he came said that he was in Xichang, and now he may have returned to Chengdu."

Jansen nodded slightly, no longer spoke, and the car ran towards the US Embassy in China under the foot of Gele Mountain in loneliness.

Only, Mr. President, I think the Lhasa incident is a reaction to China's strong national sentiment. It is not so much the central government as the director of the Southwest Camp. Zhuang Jihua, the current representative of the Chinese faction, directed this incident with the purpose of driving the British out of **. It is obvious that he seized the opportunity.

The Wuhan war will soon be decided. I tend to think that China will lose Wuhan and Japan will successfully occupy Wuhan, but will the war stop? My view is the key lies in General Chiang Kai-shek. The huge gap in strength between China and Japan makes China extremely difficult. If Chiang Kai-shek feels that the West abandons him, he may have peace talks with Japan. The result will be disastrous; but if he feels that the West is always supporting him, he will resist, so I suggest allocating this year's loan to him at the right time, while adjusting the conflict between them and Britain."

After returning to the embassy, ​​Jansen wrote a written report on his meeting with the British and French ambassadors today, with his analysis of the incident and his views on the city of Chongqing. In addition, he also attached Thomas's views to the back.

Washington's reply came soon, and Roosevelt instructed him to visit Zhuang Jihua, the director of the Southwest Camp, as soon as possible. But Roosevelt's other order made him a little uneasy, and Roosevelt asked him to try to judge. If Chiang Kai-shek decides to establish peace with Japan, can Zhuang Jihua provoke the banner of the War of Resistance?

Just as Jensen was waiting for Washington's reply, Zhuang Jihua had already returned to Chongqing and set out from Chengdu to Guiyang, Kunming, western Yunnan, Panzhihua, and Xichang. He walked around his territory, but it turned out to be mixed.
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