Reborn in Hong Kong: The Tycoon Grows Up

He did not get any benefits from Soros, and could only focus on the tycoons in the Middle East. At present, only the Middle East countries and the Soviet Union have lowered France's credit limit, and other forces have not expressed their stance; but in the face of Lao Maozi, the Gallic Rooster does not have much confidence. I didn’t even dare to question him, because polar bears were never easy to talk to.

On the other hand, the princes in the Middle East are much weaker in strength. France, as one of the five permanent members of the United Nations, even if it loses, not everyone can covet it! Of course, it also means killing chickens and warning monkeys, letting the world know that France is not as fragile as imagined.

Perhaps facing the United States and the Soviet Union may not be enough, but other countries want to take advantage of France; it is definitely not that easy!

The Middle East countries are related to the lifeblood of international oil, and France does not dare to be too blatant; there are too many countries in the world that need oil resources at the moment, and it cannot offend everyone at once.

Even if you find the other party to settle accounts, you must be fully prepared; but don't dare to make extraneous matters, otherwise you will have endless troubles!

Mitterrand said to his ministers: "I met with Soros yesterday, and he had no intention of letting go; it was clear that he did not give France face."

"But this is normal business behavior, and we shouldn't go too far. At present, we can only find breakthroughs from the countries in the Middle East."

"As long as they relent, increase France's credit limit, and use money to support the franc, the problem will be solved."

After hearing what Mitterrand said, everyone was convinced; if the countries in the Middle East were so obedient, they would not lower France's credit limit. This time it is clear that they are following the Soviet Union, and they will not compromise easily.

But is there a better way now?

The answer is no. Everyone wants to step on France; how can they help?

The president simply took things for granted and was confused; but as long as others were still in their positions, they could only act according to orders.

Seeing that no one spoke, Mitterrand glanced around and fixed his gaze on a middle-aged man. His intention was very clear, and he hoped that he would express his opinion.

Knowing that he could not escape, the middle-aged man immediately began to organize his thoughts; as an expert on Middle East issues, no one was more suitable than him.

The middle-aged man thought for a moment and said: "The Middle East countries lowered France's credit limit not just because they followed the Soviet Union's footsteps. The old man's life is very difficult at present, not to mention that it is difficult to protect himself; but he does not dare to completely offend France."

"Reducing France's credit limit is more like a benefit from the Middle East countries."

"Don't forget, everyone, Bao Zixuan of Heiyun Group has been staying in the Middle East. It is not certain whether he is involved here, but the possibility is very high."

"With the relationship between Bao Zixuan and the top leaders of the Soviet Union, it is still very easy to get them to do something."

"It was just that the countries in the Middle East did not dare to be the first to stand up for fear of retaliation from France, so they let the Soviet Union take the lead."

"Countries in the Middle East can also be divided into three camps. The first is the Arab countries; now they are attacking France. It is more like achieving a certain purpose. There are many Arab cultural relics in the Louvre."

"The current political situation in Iraq is relatively stable, and the president and his son are fully in control of the situation; coupled with the rapid economic development. Combined with the British initiative to return the spiers of the Egyptian pyramids, the Iraqi president has always been conceited; he must have something in mind."

"The Code of Hammurabi may be able to give a reasonable explanation; apart from that, I really can't think of anything else."

"If you want to buy advanced weapons and industrial equipment from France, you don't have to go to such trouble; besides, French products are not irreplaceable!"

"If you want to win over Iraq, all you need to do is bring out the Code of Hammurabi; of course, other Arab countries are similar."

"It's just that the Louvre and other museums in France will lose all Middle Eastern cultural relics. It depends on whether you are willing to bear it."

"As for Israel, it is entirely because there is French territory in Jerusalem. Although the area is not large, and the ownership of Jerusalem has always been controversial, the Jews will not care about that."

"In their hearts, Jerusalem already belongs to them; they usually don't dare to show it, but now they see France in trouble; it's normal to have thoughts."

"As long as the Jewish consortium agrees to purchase the French territory in Jerusalem, Israel will definitely not continue to be in trouble. In fact, the Jews do not want to make too many enemies. After all, it has not been many years since World War II."

"Iran's oil problem is entirely due to factors such as US sanctions; the price of oil purchased by France from Iran is relatively low. In the absence of other customers, even if it is lower than the international market price; the Persians do not dare to say anything, after all Few countries in the world dare to buy oil and gas from Iran."

"But now France is at a low point, and the Soviet Union and Arab countries are launching attacks; Iran will naturally not miss such a good opportunity."

"As long as the oil and gas purchase prices are raised and brought into line with international market prices, I believe the Persians should know how to do it."

If Bao Zixuan were here, he would definitely be shocked; he didn't expect the middle-aged man's analysis to be so accurate; he seemed to be involved in the whole incident.

It’s not that France doesn’t have talented people, it’s just that it didn’t have a platform to perform before.

The way Mitterrand looked at the middle-aged man became strange. His subordinates were not all useless; why hadn't they noticed it before?

It sounds reasonable, but the specific situation needs to be verified.

Mitterrand thought for a moment and said: "When the country is in trouble, we miss our good generals. Now it seems that what he said is true."

"Now that we have found the root cause, let's test the Middle East people; let's see what kind of waves they can stir up!"

In his heart, Mitterrand looked down on the Arabs, thinking that they were just a group of upstarts; they were fundamentally unworthy. The arrogance and prejudice in the French people's bones is really difficult to change for a while; but now, after all, they have to ask for help from others, even if they don't show up, they can't show too arrogance.

If the Arabs are really pushed into a hurry, they can do anything; but they will definitely hate France. Although I am not afraid of them, there is no need to make too many enemies at this moment.

Since the president has agreed, it is good to implement it according to the plan, or it is more appropriate to test it; in short, no matter what you do, you must first satisfy the Arab princes!

In addition, Mitterrand has decided that all Middle Eastern cultural relics can be returned; provided that the Arabs show sufficient sincerity. They were all stolen anyway, and he already had a lot of infamy; he didn’t care if there was one more.

In a rare display of efficiency for the French, the ambassador to Iraq came to the presidential palace in Baghdad immediately.

The longer it is delayed, the more disadvantageous it will be for France; it must be resolved quickly, otherwise there may be no results. There are tens of thousands of French captured soldiers in Niger. There is no money to bring people back; it is simply unrealistic.

In addition, the franc is being targeted by Wall Street financial institutions, UU Reading www.uukanshu.com must obtain enough foreign exchange; otherwise, it would not be surprising if France becomes a third-rate country!

The French ambassador took the initiative to come to the door, and the Iraqi president naturally understood what he meant; to be precise, he was waiting for him at this moment!

Inviting the person to the office, the Iraqi president said with a smile: "Your Excellency, Ambassador, long time no see, why do you have time to come to the presidential palace today!"

Could it be that the other party didn't know why he came to the Presidential Palace? He was obviously pretending to be confused. But it’s hard to say anything now. After all, I’m asking for help from someone. There’s probably no one else like the French Ambassador who can do this!

The French ambassador smiled bitterly and said: "Your Excellency, the current situation of France. I think you should be very clear. Although I don't know what your country's purpose is; lowering our country's credit limit."

"Now that things have happened, there is no point in saying more; President Mitterrand's meaning is very clear, what does Iraq want from France!"

You guessed it was one side, but you wanted to take the initiative; it was best to let the other party bring it up first. Having worked and lived in Iraq for a long time, of course I know what the Code of Hammurabi means.

As long as it can bring back the Code of Hammurabi, Iraq will not say that it will pay any price; but it will definitely be willing to pay for funds and oil. It would be much easier to open a gap and deal with other Arab countries.

It is no exaggeration to say that the Code of Hammurabi is the first cultural relic in the Middle East, and it is of great representative significance; the French ambassador is still very confident in this!

The Iraqi president thought for a moment and said: "The reduction of France's credit limit is only based on national conditions; after all, we cannot do loss-making transactions. Unlike France, Iraq has almost no other ways to earn foreign exchange except oil and natural gas."

"Protect your own interests and minimize losses; I believe your country won't mind!"

(End of chapter)