v2 Chapter 1047： Great Powers Concern Three

Hearing Kryuchkov's report, Chernenko was relieved. At the same time, when the other party mentioned Glushko, he would be even less suspicious. You must know that Glushko is also a ruthless man, and in the Soviet Union, he is an absolutely authoritative rocket expert. If he said that the Black Cloud Group, including the United States, does not have the ability to develop and assemble solar cannons, then there is really no need to doubt Bao Zixuan's motives.

Glushko; famous Soviet rocket expert, founder of liquid rocket engine. Academician of the Academy of Sciences of the USSR. Born September 2, 1908 in Odessa. Graduated from Leningrad University in 1929, he advocated the establishment of a liquid rocket engine research group. In 1932, it developed into a jet engine design department, leading to participate in the development of the first batch of liquid rocket engines in the Soviet Union. It has made outstanding achievements in improving the rocket structure design, improving the thrust and reliability of the engine, and has achieved many achievements in improving the rocket engine.

In 1945, he served as the chief designer to lead the design and development of liquid engines for missiles and rockets, providing qualified engines for the launch vehicles of intercontinental missiles and artificial satellites after 1957, ensuring the success of manned spacecraft and various space probes. , made an important contribution to the cause of the Soviet Union's conquest of space.

Unlike Reagan's good health, Chernenko's infirmity is an absolute secret; of course, many people may know it, but after all, they haven't seen it and dare not speculate. In fact, not only the Soviet Union did this, but in any country in the world, the leader's physical condition is a secret. The body is good for everyone to see, it doesn't matter. If there is a problem with the body, if you want to maintain the stability of the country, you must be a trusted person and a person of a certain level to know.

Gorbachev belonged to the successor, the number two figure in the Soviet Union, and Kryuchkov was the head of the intelligence department. It was normal for the two of them to understand the situation. Others, even if the other party is a rocket expert, can't. There is a specialization in the industry, and you can understand the secrets of the rocket, but the leader is much more important than the rocket.

Chernenko: "Comrade Gorbachev, I heard that the Black Cloud Group ordered a lot of sodium metal raw materials from the Soviet Union."

At present Gorbachev's main agricultural, economic, educational, ideological and foreign affairs; he certainly knows about foreign trade. Moreover, as the number two person, and the top leader is not in good health, of course, it is necessary to conduct a thorough investigation of various domestic situations. Chernenko may die at any time, and many things must be prepared in advance. The premise is that the top leaders acquiesce, otherwise it is usurping power and treason.

Fortunately, Chernenko absolutely trusts him and will support him in the future. Makes work well done, as long as smart people know how to choose.

Therefore, Gorbachev's words, most people will listen. It's just that many things still need to be consulted by Chernenko, and the surface work must be done in place, especially at this time.

Gorbachev: "The Ministry of Foreign Trade has already asked me for instructions, but it didn't dare to let it go until it got the exact information. Now I heard Comrade Kryuchkov's report and that Comrade Glushko was there. Endorsement at the technical level; then I think for the Soviet Union, maybe there is an opportunity.”

"Since Heiyun Group's purchase of sodium metal cannot be the production of solar cannons, there is no need to restrict its export. The price of sodium metal has nearly doubled compared to a week ago, and the upward trend is obvious."

"Other countries don't export because they have other trade support. The Soviet Union wanted to maintain huge expenditures, and the export of metal raw materials accounted for a large share."

"And for so many years, the Soviet Union has maintained good trade relations with the Heiyun Group. It is easy to make people feel chilled by suspecting partners and even restricting their exports because of non-existent things."

"I know a little bit about Bao Zixuan. As long as the Soviet side treats each other frankly, he will definitely keep this friendship in his heart. I suggest not only exporting, but also opening up the supply; as long as the Heiyun Group wants any metal Raw materials, the Soviet Union can provide in large quantities.”

Gorbachev can ignore any international condemnation. He knows better than anyone what the Soviet Union is like.

To maintain a strategic equilibrium with the United States, it is necessary to increase national income. The Soviet Union used less than half of the GDP of the United States to maintain a balance in military expenditure, the size of the army, and the number of weapons. It made the Soviet Union more painful than the United States. Except for military expenditures, very little money was used to improve the national economy and people's livelihood. For a leading cadre who wants to make a difference, it is simply a torment.

After adding 79 years, invade Afghanistan. It is isolated in the international arena, the export is severely restricted, and the domestic economy is in a mess. The rise of the Black Cloud Group and its trade with the Soviet Union. Directly changing the economic situation of the Soviet Union, although it is still not enough to turn things around; but at least with the Black Cloud Group, the domestic economic situation of the Soviet Union can barely maintain.

If he had a falling out with Bao Zixuan at this time, then even the domestic spending next month would be a problem. Since other countries ordered companies not to export to the Black Cloud Group, the Soviet Union could seize the opportunity. This kind of thing that can not only please partners, but also make a lot of money, fools know how to choose.

Chernenko was a little worried before. After all, he was a senior, and many things began to stabilize. But after hearing Kryuchkov's report, combined with Gorbachev's opinion, he said weakly: "Since Comrade Gorbachev believes that we should continue to export, and we should increase the number of exports. Then follow your advice. If you want to do it, Comrade Kryuchkov will fully cooperate."

Doing it according to Gorbachev's idea is easy to understand. But let Kryuchkov cooperate fully, then there is a deep meaning.

The KGB is not involved in specific trade at all, after all, it is in charge of intelligence work. Although it has its own small treasury, it is definitely not obtained through regular trade.

Now let the KGB cooperate with Gorbachev directly, indicating that Chernenko has the meaning of handing over power, and also wants to make arrangements in advance.

Although Gorbachev was designated as the No. 2 figure by default, the top Soviet leaders still pursued the politics of the elderly. Even if you know that you want to choose young and strong leaders, you will inevitably be dissatisfied with the young people.

At this time, the Soviet leadership had experienced the baptism of World War II, and the qualifications and prestige were very high. Gorbachev was a teenager during the Great Patriotic War, and it's easy to see how much he can contribute.

Most of the old coaches of the Soviet army were hard-liners, and Brezhnev, Andropov, including Chernenko could still hold them down. But Gorbachev really wasn't sure; so Chernenko was preparing in advance. As long as the head of the KGB obeys Gorbachev's orders, then after his death, the state power can be handed over smoothly, otherwise there will inevitably be variables.

In a country, internal fighting is always more terrifying than foreign invasion. Chernenko has experienced many things, and of course he understands the truth.

After a while, the doctor reminded the two that Comrade Chernenko had to rest and could not overwork himself.

In less than an hour, he began to get tired; it can be seen how bad his physical condition is. At this time, Kryuchkov has found the backbone, and it is also instructed by the top leader, so there is no scruples. After walking out of the room, he said to Gorbachev: "Comrade member of the Political Bureau of the Supreme Soviet, you can give me any orders in the future. The KGB will do its best and will never fail your expectations."

This is a blatant statement of attitude, and the meaning is obvious; the KGB will support you, which means entering the customs from the dragon.

Gorbachev did not expect that Chernenko would directly hand over the KGB to him let Kryuchkov see the terminally ill appearance, and then let it cooperate with him fully. This is tantamount to handing over power. It seems that the other party really wants to cultivate himself. At the same time, I was worried about opposition from other high-level officials, so I thought of asking the head of the KGB to meet me in the name of reporting. The purpose is to let Kryuchkov know what he means.

Gorbachev understood how important KGB support was. At least the process of handover of power will be much smoother, and from today onwards, it can be regarded as a capable force in hand.

The KGB does not support you, and even if you achieve the top leadership position, you will not be secure. Khrushchev was an example back then, and he didn't want to repeat the same mistakes.

Gorbachev said with a smile: "Comrade Kryuchkov must not say that, everything is for the great Soviet service. It will inevitably trouble you in the future. I hope the increase in work will not bring you too much pressure."

There is absolutely nothing wrong with what you say, the tone of a typical politician. And it also made Kryuchkov understand that interests and rights will not be monopolized by one person. The increase in work means a wider range of exposure, and the power at hand will naturally increase.

For a high-level leader, it doesn't matter if you are busy; instead, it is the greatest sadness that you are not allowed to manage anything.