Beiyang reactionaries

After the elimination of counter-revolutionaries in the Far East, the number increased rapidly.

A large number of criminals were dispatched to the Far East to participate in labor, mainly to participate in the construction of the Far East.The Far East was originally a very remote place, but in the past few years, many cities have begun to appear in the Far East.

For example, the very famous Gongqingcheng has developed very fast in recent years.

The contribution of those relocated sinners is not small.

"I heard that this anti-revolutionary campaign in the Soviet Union not only affected their government agencies, but also affected the scientific community. You should also go and see if there is a chance to steal a few people back."

"Prime Minister, I will deploy in this regard."

"These are just some of my thoughts. You have set up a special introduction department within the Ministry of Security to do this kind of thing. No matter if it is a talent from any country, as long as there is a chance to introduce it to our country, that is a good thing. Especially It is a war that is imminent, and many countries will be in turmoil, which is a good opportunity. But don't attack blindly and affect the personal safety of the staff."

"Yes."

"Thank you for your support, and I will definitely remember your friendship."

Although China has not publicly stated its involvement in the Spanish Civil War, it has been supporting Franco's army in materials because of the "Anti-Comintern Agreement" signed with Germany and Italy.Of course, what China supports is general logistics materials, and military materials need to be bought by Franco.

This time another batch of supplies came to Morocco, mainly flour, silk, and cotton, ready to be handed over to the Spanish army on the front line.Franco personally received Wei Chen's team and expressed his gratitude to China.

Franco is only 44 years old, not very old.

Franco, who was a soldier, came out in military uniform every day, indicating that he was a general of the army.This time, in order to meet Wei Chen's group, Franco returned to Morocco from the front line in person.It should be said that this is a meeting place specially chosen by Franco and Wei Chen's group to discuss matters.

The situation is completely different.

Spain used to be the "Empire on which the sun never sets" before the United Kingdom. It had a large number of colonies in South America, Southeast Asia, and Africa, and was the hegemony of the world in its early years.Although it is now in decline, but after all, it was born as a world hegemon. Spain was still very proud before, and still regarded itself as a world power.It's a pity that the spirit is very high, but the reality is completely different.Spain's strength has declined too fast in recent years, and there are more and more civil strife.At first it was the fight between the Spanish royal family and the Republican forces in Spain, and later it was a battle between the extreme right and the extreme left.The current Spanish Civil War is in full swing, and even involves Germany, Italy, and the blending of the Soviet army.These countries were mixed in, which led to the Spanish Civil War for a year, and almost reached the ruins of Spain.Major Spanish cities were shattered by artillery fire.Franco's army did not quite have the upper hand.

Without the help of Germany and Italy, Franco would never have had a chance of seizing power.

Spain has been reduced to this point, and of course Franco has put down his figure.He understands that Spain needs the support of others at this time.Even if Franco wins in the future and takes down the Spanish regime, he still needs the support of these countries.Otherwise, the Spanish Civil War will be like this, without the help of other countries, I don't know when it will be able to rebuild successfully.

Therefore, Franco also did not want to offend China, which he looked down upon before.On the contrary, Franco is full of interest in China, a rising power in the Far East.

So Franco was very polite to Wei Chen's team.

"The general is polite."

Wei Chen's team also responded politely to Franco.

After all, the person in front of him is very likely to become the head of the Spanish government in the future.

Originally, Wei Chen's team didn't need to come in person for the supplies this time.After all, the Wei Chen group is not the Chinese ambassador to Spain, he is the Chinese ambassador to Germany, and he is in charge of the entire European diplomatic service.In fact, China originally had a minister in Spain, but after the outbreak of the Spanish Civil War, most of the diplomatic personnel quickly withdrew from Spain.Only a small number of staff were left to check the situation in Spain.This time, Wei Chen's group came in person because they had something to discuss with Franco.

"Ambassador Wei, there is such a friendship between our two countries. On behalf of the National Defense Council (the Spanish military government led by Franco), I hope that your country can support our army with weapons and equipment."

"Weaponry?"

"Yes."

Franco made his demands.

It was precisely because of this matter that Franco came to see Wei Chen's group in person.The Spanish Civil War is currently in a stalemate, and Franco's army has consumed too much military supplies.But the problem is that the current industrial cities in Spain are in the hands of the Republican government, and Franco himself does not have enough arsenals to meet the needs of his troops.So he needs the support of other countries.

But China is only willing to sell weapons, not to support Spanish army weapons.Of course, Franco can get enough weapons and equipment from Hitler and Mussolini.Germany and Italy were also willing to support Franco's army.

But Franco is smart.Understand that Germany and Italy are required to support themselves, and they are not laying the ground for rescue.Both Germany and Italy are European powers. They support themselves and must have a lot of things.Especially now that the situation in Europe is so chaotic.

Germany and Italy are currently in an alliance to stir up the situation in Europe, and Britain and France are guarding against them.Germany and Italy want to join their ranks and fight against Britain and France with them.But Franco didn't want to tie himself completely to their chariot.Moreover, Franco did not want the influence of Germany and Italy to penetrate into Spain and affect his position in Spain.

Compared with China, it is much better.

China is far away in the Far East, and there is no conflict of interest with Spain.Cooperation with China is far less threatening than cooperation with Germany and Italy.China is thousands of miles away in the Far East, no matter how powerful China is, it is impossible to interfere in Spain's internal affairs.But Germany is not the same as Italy, it is very close to Spain.If they are too powerful, it is easy to interfere in Spain's internal affairs.

Therefore, Franco is willing to have more cooperation with China, and is unwilling to owe too much favor to Germany and Italy.

"General, our country has long said that we can provide your army with weapons and equipment, and it is definitely a preferential price."

"Ambassador Wei, you should be very clear about the current situation in our country. At present, our important industrial cities and ports are still in the hands of the enemy. Therefore, the National Defense Commission lacks funds and cannot meet your country's financial requirements. Look at the friendship between our two countries Above all, I hope that your country can credit a batch of military supplies. I will definitely keep this friendship in my heart."

Franco spoke.

In the past, Spain was known as the "El Dorado", and all the gold in its hands was robbed.At that time, Spain was the wealthiest country in Europe, with countless gold in its hands.

But that money has long been lost to Spain.

Especially now in the Spanish Civil War, important industrial cities are in the hands of the Republican government.On the contrary, Franco currently has no money in his hands.If it weren't for the support of Germany and Italy, Franco would not have survived until now.

Franco has no money.

Therefore, I hope that China can borrow a batch of military supplies on credit.Franco has long heard that China's weapons and equipment are all learned from Germany.As long as China is willing to support and give them a batch of military supplies, then Franco doesn't have to worry about fighting.

"Ambassador Wei, don't worry. We will definitely remember the friendship of your country, and we will return all the money owed on credit in the future."

Wei Chen's team didn't answer immediately.

Because he did not intervene in the Spanish Civil War and did not give Franco free weapons and equipment, this was formulated by Duan Xun.But now that Franco has made such a request, the Wei Chen group certainly needs to consider it.

Wei Chenzu is the ambassador in charge of European affairs.

Has the right to make decisions on the fly.

Especially when encountering such a sudden incident, Wei Chen's group needs to make their own decisions.It can't all be pushed to the country.Therefore, Wei Chen's group thought for a while, and felt that the current situation was already like this, and the public opinion of the big powers didn't care much about those.So he nodded slightly and said: "General Franco, I know about this matter. I understand what the general means. I will send a telegram to the country immediately, and I will try my best to persuade the country to support the general's army. But I can only promise that I will work hard. , but there is no guarantee how the country will decide.”

"Thank you, Ambassador Wei."

"It's all about the friendship between our two countries."

Franco is in a good mood.

Because although Wei Chen's group didn't directly agree, they have already agreed to half of it.These plenipotentiary ambassadors abroad still have a lot of power, and they can decide many things.Their opinions are generally respected domestically.

If the country really does not recognize them, they will be called back.

But Franco knows that the Wei Chen Group has been in Europe for many years, and the Chinese government's support for the Wei Chen Group has continued unabated.The cooperation between China, Germany and Italy is currently under the sole responsibility of Wei Chen Group.Otherwise, the Wei Chen team would not be in charge of the affairs of the whole of Europe.Wei Chen's group paused, and said: "General Franco, I also hope to discuss some things with General Franco when I come here this time."

"Ambassador Wei, please speak."

"General Franco, our country wants to borrow your country's shipbuilding experts. Your country is currently at war, and these shipbuilding experts don't have much work for a while. At present, our country is expanding its shipyards and needs the help of these shipbuilding experts. If the general can agree to our request, I think the country will definitely have more support for the general’s proposal.”

"Shipbuilding expert?"

"Yes."

Franco did not hesitate, but nodded directly.