v2 Chapter 990： relatively pragmatic

Unbeknownst to Reagan, he made a decision that he would regret for the rest of his life. Malcolm Baldrige is an absolute confidant, and the tasks given to him will basically be completed. Now that the monopoly investigation of the Black Cloud Group is not allowed, how dare you defy the president's order.

The United States does want to develop its economy, and the Black Cloud Group is indeed the largest taxpayer in the United States. But Bao Zixuan's core industry is not here, and there are many companies in the United States that are stronger than Heiyun. It's just that these old-fashioned families can find reasonable tax avoidance methods. Bao Zixuan may be disdainful of doing so; of course, he dare not, at least for now.

It is precisely because of an order from President Reagan that the Black Cloud Group has a golden opportunity and opportunity for development. Bao Zixuan did not know that investing in the UK in the past could bring such benefits. If he had known it earlier, it would not have been so troublesome.

Fortunately, the super airliner project has not been settled in mainland China, otherwise the Americans will not be as talkative as they are now. It's a blessing in disguise, otherwise I really don't know how it will end.

Compared with the Americans expressing some dissatisfaction, the Japanese can readily accept it. Although the domestic machinery manufacturing level is very high, in the field of aircraft, due to the impact of the defeat in World War II, it is basically in a semi-disabled state.

Even if the Mitsubishi family wants to develop a super passenger aircraft, it does not have the conditions, let alone the ability. Although the United States has relaxed many Japanese industries, the large aircraft belongs to the strategic level, and the Americans will not let Japan develop in a short time.

Although Japanese companies have made many breakthroughs in the fields of electronics and machining, they still lack a lot in terms of strategic weapons and tools.

Nakasone Yasuhiro had already gained a firm foothold in the position of Prime Minister, and was thinking of doing something at this time. The Japanese economy had a good foundation before, and it has grown significantly since he took office. This kind of achievement is not for everyone, and the public support rate has remained high for a long time.

When people are not satisfied, maritime civilization countries have a stronger sense of being prepared for danger in times of peace.

If you want money and money, you need technology and technology, and of course you want to seek higher goals. Japan has already launched the research and development of ground effect aircraft, which is a small achievement. However, there is also a technical problem that needs to be solved, otherwise it will only be a small fight.

Japan's domestic shipbuilding industry is extremely developed, but in the field of aircraft research and development, it is still basically at the level of World War II. The Americans are staring at them there, and the Japanese are not afraid to be open-minded, and they are not willing to take risks even with small actions.

There is no technology related to large aircraft, which means that only small ground effect aircraft can be developed. But small products have no strategic value at all, and are more like toys for leisure.

At this time, Japanese Minister of Finance Takeshita Nori was reporting the relevant situation to Prime Minister Yasuhiro Nakasone; the ability of this Minister of Finance is also at the top level. Otherwise, how could it be possible to hold a high position and later become the Prime Minister of Japan.

Nori Takeshita was born on February 26, 1924 in a county councilor's family in Kaohei Village, Shimane Prefecture, Japan. His father Yuzo Takeshita was the son-in-law of the Takeshita family. Long-term operation of the wine industry, the family economy is still a well-off family. His father also worked as a "zhuangtou" (equivalent to the village head).

Takeshita's parents hope that his son can stand out, honor his ancestors, especially his mother, to discipline his son strictly, and ask him to be diligent and hardworking, study hard, and not show the slightest feeling of neglect. At the same time, he was asked to abide by the principle of "don't make others angry at any time". Although Takeshita Noboru later became famous in the political arena, he was very ordinary when he was a child. Some literati who danced and talked about wanted to discover all kinds of amazing deeds in his childhood, but they couldn't find it. However, his mother's attitude towards people made his son abide by it for decades.

Since 1951, he has served as a member of the Shimane Prefectural Assembly for seven consecutive years; since 1958, he has been elected to the House of Representatives for 11 consecutive times. In 1963, he was appointed Minister of State Affairs of the Ministry of International Trade and Industry of the Ikeda Cabinet. He belonged to the Sato faction in the party and regarded Sato as a political teacher.

It was Sato who taught him many of the secrets and housekeeping skills for success in politics, as well as the result of his long-standing philosophy of patience and waiting for the moment. After Sato Eisaku came to power in 1964, he served as Deputy Chief Cabinet Secretary; in 1966, he served as Vice Chairman of the National Diet Countermeasures.

In July 1971, after Sato reorganized the cabinet, Takeshita entered the cabinet for the first time and served as chief cabinet secretary. In 1972, he supported Tanaka Kakuei's election for president and became an important backbone of the Tanaka faction. The Tanaka cabinet was then the first deputy secretary-general of the Liberal Democratic Party. sir. In January 1976, he was appointed Minister of Cabinet Construction of Takeo Miki. At the end of 1978, after he came to power, Ohira Masahiro served as the chairman of the House Budget Committee, and in November 1979, he was appointed Minister of Tibet, and was well received for his implementation of fiscal austerity. In 1982, he continued to be the Minister of Tibet in the Cabinet of Nakasone Yasuhiro.

When the next generation was more familiar with Takeshita Nori, it began in 1987; Nakasone's term as prime minister was about to expire, and the public opinion circles continued to expose his suspicion of bribery and peach lust, and Nakasone planned to retire. For the Liberal Democratic Party to continue to hold power and avoid the split of the party, he appointed the most powerful member of the party, Nori Takeshita, as the 12th president of the Liberal Democratic Party.

At the same time, he also supported Minister Takeshita Nobori as a reward for following him for many years. These considerations and decisions of Nakasone are also in line with the wishes of most people in the Liberal Democratic Party. Therefore, Nori Takeshita was approved by the Liberal Democratic Party as the president, and passed by the Senate and House of Representatives, and he became the 74th Prime Minister of the Japanese government. In November 1987, Takeshita took office and was appointed by the Diet to form a cabinet. Nori Takeshita finally ascended to the throne of Prime Minister, fulfilling his long-cherished wish for many years.

Nakasone Yasuhiro said: "Takeshita-kun, what is the explanation for Mitsubishi's past investment in the UK?"

Although China is currently building a technology town with great fanfare, there are no clear restrictions on the outward expansion of domestic enterprises. Investment in minerals, hoarding of raw materials and other related fields will be strongly supported. It is not difficult to see from this aspect that the Japanese are relatively pragmatic, at least knowing that companies are going in that direction.

It's just that the late period was too inflated, which led to the lost 30 years.

Noble Takeshita didn't dare to neglect, Japan's sense of hierarchy is very strong. As a subordinate, the boss should not only answer the question seriously, but also be respectful. So he returned seriously: "Mitsubishi has explained to the Ministry of Finance, which is the first step for Japanese companies to develop super passenger aircraft."

"When Iwasaki Hongyi reported to China in the UK, he said that at present, no domestic company in Japan has mastered the research and development and manufacturing process of super-large aircraft. Mitsubishi, as the company with the strongest local technical strength, is willing to try."

"Americans are not so reliable, and they have to rely on themselves at critical moments. Black Cloud is in the field of aero-engines; Motorola is in the field of communications and chips; McDonnell Douglas is at the top of the industry in aircraft design and production. Mitsubishi will send the best engineers, No matter how expensive it is, we will bring a full set of technologies back to Japan.”

If you can really understand the technology of super passenger aircraft, it will be more exciting than buying ten mines.

But as a prime minister, he must not take his position lightly, especially not to let the Americans take hold. That would bring disaster to the entire country, or at least severe sanctions.

Nakasone Yasuhiro: "The Mitsubishi thing is up to them to decide, and the government should not intervene in the normal business investment of enterprises."

"I'm not too young, you have to take more care of many things. The Japanese economy has developed rapidly in recent years, but at the same time, you must be vigilant against competitors; you must also be careful not to be stabbed in the back. You have to pay more attention to this aspect."

The government's non-intervention means that Nakasone Yasuhiro acquiesced in Mitsubishi's investment in the UK. As long as you can get the technology, spending a little more money is nothing. The Japanese government and enterprises are never stingy when it comes to money.

However, for older people, Takeshita Noon can only listen to it. The difference between the two is only 6 years, and the average life expectancy of Japanese people is the first in the world A little difference is nothing. I really don't dare to go overboard and directly undertake the work that the Prime Minister needs to do.

As for guarding against backstabbing, it goes without saying that it means Americans. But now I can only deal with it carefully, and I don't dare to turn against the Americans.

Nori Takeshita: "What did the Prime Minister say, I was the one who picked it up. If you have anything to do, take it for granted."

Hearing what the other party said, Nakasone Yasuhiro was very satisfied. It proves that Noritake Takeshita understands that, having a smart subordinate will be much more efficient.

Japanese executives have recognized Mitsubishi's past investment in the UK, not only will they not make trouble, but will also help when necessary.

It can be said that Hirotake Iwasaki made a very clever move, not only expanding the industrial chain, but also receiving support from the government. There are too many companies in Japan, and someone must go out first. Mitsubishi leveraged on the basis of its previous cooperation with Heiyun, such an opportunity must be seized.

Not to mention that it is about the survival of the nation, but at least there is an extra guarantee when a crisis comes.