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    Kuang Xukun walked into Yang Qiu's office holding the documents, placed the central bank reform plan drafted by Xu Xiujun on the table, and said: "Vice President, Jin Jiu and Zhang Zongchang are here."

    "Bring them in." Yang Qiu didn't even raise his head.

    With the armistice a foregone conclusion, his thoughts turned to the country.  Immigration and currency reform are his biggest worries at present. There is no problem with immigration from the northeast. Environmental land and industrial development have caused the population there to increase year by year. However, immigration from the northwest has not been able to increase in scale. Even though force was used to gather refugees and immigrants last time.  There are only more than 4 million beggars, and after being dispersed to 8 northwest provinces and border regions, there are only 500,000 in each place. The quality is still extremely poor.  Murong Han sent telegrams many times saying that Xinjiang alone needs at least 5 million additional Han people, and each of the five recovered border areas needs 1 million. Usu Yalitai Province in the northwest corner of the country has the smallest population but the most important geographical location.  At least 3 million is needed.  With a population of 450 million and incentives such as the "Immigration Act", "Chengcheng Act", "Northwest Interim Act" and tax exemptions, the first choice for immigrants is the Northeast.  Many people would rather go to the Siberian region of the Xing'an Mountains than to the northwest. In addition to the panic over the northwest caused by the backlash decades ago, there is also the problem that the area has not yet been completely settled, so it bothers him very much.  What's more, the immigration issue also involves all aspects of social reform. Coercive means can be used on homeless people and beggars, but not on ordinary people.  After all, the northwest is too remote, and the infrastructure such as security, transportation, and housing is extremely poor. No one wants to go there unless there is no way to survive.

    Currency reform is even more urgent. Major countries in the world are canceling the gold standard. On the other hand, China cannot concentrate due to conflicts in the northwest and the Yellow Sea. This is the main reason why it would rather let Japan go but complete the reform first.  Britain, the United States and France are recovering rapidly. A sound fiscal system and monetary policy, combined with tariffs, can reject another wave of dumping in Europe and the United States and protect national industries as much as possible.  So after Jin Jiu and Zhang Zongchang walked in, he was still correcting documents, but when he heard footsteps, he casually asked Kuang Xukun to pour tea for them.  Said: "Wait a moment, I'll be fine soon."

    The two of them were afraid of interrupting Yang Qiu's thoughts, so they didn't even dare to cough loudly while sitting on the sofa.  Compared with the red-faced Zhang Zongchang, Jin Jiu's expression was much more complicated.  Secretly watching Yang Qiu, who was working at his desk, he felt as if his five-flavor bottle had been knocked over.  29 years old This young man who is correcting documents related to the fate of the country is still half a year away from actually turning 29. His deliberate failure to take office means that North Korea will definitely be under his Iron Curtain in the next 30 years!  Is this the price of sex?  Seeing that the country is about to be divided into two halves, and there may be no hope of reunification in the next ten years, the price is really high.

    Jin Jiu watched silently, and quickly looked away when Yang Qiu suddenly put down his pen.  This young man is not something he can match, so the secrets in his heart must never be discovered.  Zhang Zongchang didn't have that much thought. It can be said that his current status, money, and women were all given by Yang Qiu.  Seeing him raise his head, he quickly stood up and saluted and asked: "Zhang Zongchang has met the Vice President." Seeing Jin Jiu also stood up to say hello, Yang Qiu quickly pressed his hands and said with a smile: "Sit down. It's not a big deal for you to come all the way."  It¡¯s hard work, we all sit and talk.¡±

    After letting the two people sit down, Yang Qiu filled the tea himself and then asked: "Have you met the president and prime minister?"

    Yang Qiu controls the country, but things on the surface still need to be done.  Jin Jiu's visit this time can be regarded as a visit, and he should go to see the Prime Minister and the President first.  Zhang Zongchang was a shrewd man and said hurriedly: "I have already met the Prime Minister and the President this morning."

    "That's good." Yang Qiu picked up the cup and held it in his hands.  Looking at Jin Jiu dressed in a Chinese gown, it was really awkward.  Said: "Mr. Jin Jiu, I invite you to come here this time in the hope that you will represent North Korea and participate in the negotiations in Shanghai. Although I support the anti-Japanese movement led by you and am very happy to help the Korean people get rid of Japanese colonial rule, there are some things  You need to carry it on your own. Xiao Kun is not an outsider, so I might as well explain some of the negotiation content to you here."

    Zhang Zongchang straightened his back quickly, and Yang Qiu's words that he was not an outsider made the shine on his face become even thicker.

    Yang Qiu secretly laughed in his heart and continued: "The temporary division of North and South is certain. Although this conflict was provoked by Japan, the current situation in our country does not allow for a long-term war. The demarcation I envision is from Wonsan to Kaesong  End. If the Japanese side does not agree, the bottom line is to divide Yuanshan to Haizhou Bay in parallel. In this way, we can take advantage of the highlands of the Hufeiling Mountains to establish a more solid defense line. Secondly, it will also give you a time to cultivate your health and recuperate.  .Once the negotiations are reached, except for Sinuiju, Musan, Hyesan and Wonsan Port, which need to be temporarily handed over to our country, the rest of the areas will be under your jurisdiction. For safety and to protect your safety, I will try to ask for some reservations.  Garrison troops. In addition, considering that you suffered heavy losses in this battle, I have proposed to Congress to provide necessary support to the Korean people."

    He had already guessed that the division would be divided and ruled, but until Yang Qiu said it, Jin Jiu still felt it was a pity and secretly argued: "DeputyWhy didn't President Xi attack the Han River in one go?  Japan is now plagued by riots.  It is impossible for the Japanese army to launch a counterattack before the riot is over. I think Before he could finish speaking, Yang Qiu raised his voice and interrupted: "Excessive demands will only lead to unity within Japan and the outside world. The commotion is because of the price of rice.  The Japanese government has also proposed purchasing grain from the United States, and I believe that an agreement will be reached soon to relieve the pressure. Moreover, this also involves the safety of our country¡¯s southeastern coast, so I don¡¯t want to take any risky actions.¡±

    These words were already very serious. In addition to warning to cooperate with the negotiations, they also reminded him and the North Korean army not to try to attack the South without authorization.  The warning look sent chills down Jin Jiu's spine, and he nodded quickly: "I didn't think carefully enough. Thank you Vice President for your guidance." Seeing Yang Qiu's expression soften, he asked about the assistance.

    The way he complained made Yang Qiu a little impatient.  North Korea is very poor, especially in the northern mountainous areas where they cannot even be self-sufficient in food, but that does not mean they have no money. Even the two gold mines under Japanese rule have been investigated by the Ministry of Finance.  So after he finished speaking, he smiled dryly and said: "You can rest assured that our country's Congress will definitely consider it in detail. As for the details you might as well discuss it slowly with Xiaokun. I have nominated him to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to serve as the ambassador."  Plenipotentiary Representative of Pyongyang.¡±

    Plenipotentiary representative in Pyongyang!  He also sneaked into the roster of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Zhang Zongchang immediately stood up and thanked him when he heard the good news, and promised that he would work hard to build friendship between China and North Korea.  Jin Jiu, who knew that Yang Qiu was deliberately delaying the support list and wanted to see his own performance, had no idea. He stood up, said a few words of thanks and made an excuse to immediately leave for Shanghai to participate in negotiations and prepare to leave.  Yang Qiu nodded and winked at Kuang Xukun to ask him to see them off.

    After going out, Kuang Xukun deliberately found an excuse to grab Zhang Zongchang: "Special Envoy Zhang."

    "Special envoy." This title made Zhang Zongchang beam with excitement.  Official plenipotentiary representative of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Pyongyang.  He's just a special envoy!  Based on this calculation, wouldn't he become a young hero on the same level as Murong Han, Wang Zhengting and Gu Weijun?  The future is bright!  Kuang Xukun did not pay attention and warned: "The Vice President asked me to take care of you. In a few days, our country will carry out currency reform. Gold and silver can no longer be circulated. He hopes that North Korea will also reform together, and our country will help issue new currencies to promote exchanges between the two countries."  "

    "The gold and silver can no longer be used? Help North Korea issue banknotes? What do you mean" Zhang Zongchang scratched his head in confusion, blinking his eyes, hoping that Secretary Kuang could provide more understandable information.  Kuang Xukun was stunned. He couldn't understand such simple words?  He smiled and said: "To put it simply. The most troublesome thing for Jin Jiu and the others now is probably the economic chaos, because most of the people used in northern North Korea are Japanese yen and our yuan, and bartering is even more common, which is detrimental to development in the long run. But  They have no gold and silver reserves of their own. They cannot issue their own currency, so we might as well let our country help them print money to stabilize the market."

    Zhang Zongchang was even more puzzled: "Secretary Kuang, isn't this a loss-making business? Banknotes are money too! Printing them for them definitely doesn't count. You might as well tell the Vice President and let me send someone to seize the gold mine over there.  The coal mines are all occupied. As for the money, let them figure it out on their own. Do they still dare to raise their tails?" He blew air from his nose and gestured violently, as if all the good things underground in North Korea around his arm were his.  .  Kuang Xukun hid his face and smiled: "Special Envoy Zhang. How old is this? Colonial plunder will only increase the Korean people's resentment and is not good for long-term rule. What's more, there is a price for us to help North Korea issue currency to stabilize the economy. The gold and silver they mine in the future must be  Deposit it into our country¡¯s central bank as a currency reserve.¡±

    ??Reserves?  Reserves After Zhang Zongchang muttered several times, he raised his thumbs with bright eyes: "Look at my wooden head. The vice president is still educated and reads a lot. Let North Korea exchange gold and silver for a pile of paper. This  The dealis worth it! Brother Kuang, please tell the Vice President that I will definitely do it for him." In a blink of an eye, it was his brother. Kuang Xukun smiled and walked a few steps quickly, and stepped forward to open the door for Jin Jiu.

    ¡°Those who are prepared often start preparing for 5 or even 10 years when their opponents are still struggling with the immediate situation, but Japan and Ishii Kikujiro are obviously the ones who lack preparation.  The loss of Wonsan was a huge blow to the Japanese and Korean troops. Not only did it mean that Korea had been divided into two halves by the mountains, but it also caused the Japanese troops currently on the front line of the Datong River to retreat in large strides, otherwise they were likely to face being crossed from the mountains.  The danger of interception by the Wehrmacht.

    When Jin Jiu arrived in Shanghai.  Mediation between China and Japan over the Yellow Sea conflict is in full swing between Nanjing and Tokyo.  Before sitting at the negotiating table, Ishii Kikujiro rejected the North Korean delegation for the simple reason that this was a matter between China and Japan, and Japan officially merged Japan and North Korea into one country ten years ago.  More importantly, the North Korean government should be represented by the puppet government in Seoul.  If Jin Jiu is allowed to sit down, doesn't it mean that Japan recognizes the legitimacy of the northern government?

    After Lu Zhengxiang learned about it, he simply accused the Japanese government of being undemocratic, and thenNot terminate negotiations.

    Of course, the negotiations could not be terminated, so in the end, under the mediation of U.S. Secretary of State Lansing, Japan reluctantly agreed to allow the North Korean Army to join the negotiations as a third party.  If you can endure this, everything else will fall into place.  First, both sides agreed to a comprehensive ceasefire from now on. The National Defense Forces stopped at the line between Pyongyang and Wonsan, and the Japanese troops also retreated to the south of the Hufeiling Mountains.

    But sparks were still flying at the beginning of the talks, especially on the Sakhalin issue, where Japan gritted its teeth and refused to let go.  It's very simple. First of all, Sakhalin is still an isolated island wilderness. When the Chinese navy cannot break the blockade and enter the Sea of ??Japan, the Japanese navy has an absolute advantage in the area.  Secondly, Japan really can't give up the oil on the island. Millions of exploration fees have been spent, and the purchased drilling equipment has also arrived one after another. Seeing that it is about to get rid of its oil-poor hat, it is unwilling to give up. The Japanese Navy is not willing to give up on this.  Refuse to die.

    Bernard made a suggestion at this time, imitating Hong Kong¡¯s regulations and temporarily administering it to Japan and transferring it within a limited period. Lu Zhengxiang agreed but was only willing to extend it for 5 years.  This time limit is too different from Japan's requirement of 30 years, and oil exploration has also become a focus of competition.  Finally Bernard again suggested that Britain provide a guarantee.  Establish a Sino-Japanese Petroleum Joint Company, with a ratio of 4:6 between China and Japan.  However, Lu Zhengxiang was very dissatisfied with this ratio. After discussing with Lansing, he proposed to form a Sino-Japanese-US joint oil company to exploit Sakhalin oil. China, the United States and Japan would each bear the funds and buy back the oil according to the ratio of 5:3:2.  Of course Japan refused.  Ishii Kikujiro also decided not to negotiate.  In the end, Lu Zhengxiang discussed with Nanjing and decided to adopt the British proposal and exchange China's half of the oil for free for 20 years of jurisdiction and oil exploration rights.  It is also clearly stated that only oil fields discovered in the United States are allowed to be exploited, and no exploration or mining is allowed in other areas. Otherwise, the contract will be automatically terminated and all sovereignty will be taken back.

    The time limit of 20 years is the maximum that Yang Qiu can endure.  It later turned out that with half of the oil taken away by the Republic of China and the lack of deep drilling technology to increase production, this timing triggered a series of uneasiness, which eventually led to the end of the time limit.  The Japanese government once again took desperate risks for its oil lifeline.

    Taiwan is not complicated. After the Shanghai Communique, Japan knew it could not protect it.  However, there was another dispute between Ryukyu and the four northern islands.  Yang Qiu believes that the four northern islands are extensions of Sakhalin and belong to the island continental shelf, and the same is true for Ryukyu.  Japan stated that the four northern islands were discovered by Russia and handed over to Japan and have nothing to do with China. As for Ryukyu, it is a vassal state and has never accepted the administrative jurisdiction of the Chinese central government and cannot be regarded as Chinese territory.  Neither Britain nor the United States supports Yang Qiu on this point.  The United States is afraid that after the four northern islands are taken back by China, Yang Qiu will penetrate into the Aleutian Islands along here, while the United Kingdom does not want Japan to be overly weakened.  It is hoped that a buffer zone will be left between Japan's main island and Taiwan.  Faced with this proposal, Lu Zhengxiang simply adopted a negotiating attitude that only emphasized China's sovereignty and would no longer negotiate what was written in the treaty.  In the end, after neither side mentioned these two archipelagoes, it was demarcated that the islands in the South China Sea south of Taiwan Island, including Taiping Island, belonged to Taiwan Province.

    "Taiwan and Japan have already made plans. Sakhalin was deliberately left by Yang Qiu to throw to Japan, so it is not as difficult as the North Korean issue.  Japan only agreed to draw the boundary from the Daedong River in Pyongyang before the armistice to Wonsan, and the Chinese troops were not allowed to enter the south of the Chongchon River.  However, Lu Zhengxiang insisted on demarcating the natural mountain range from Wonsan to Kaesong, and both armies retreated 50 kilometers along the boundary.  In addition, Japan also insists that Japanese businessmen must be allowed to continue investing in the north. This is because the coal and iron mines in North Korea are too important to Japan!  Although there are newly discovered mineral deposits in Okhotsk.  However, high-latitude mining industry is inherently costly, so North Korea insists on retaining its resources.

    The Korean coal and iron ore mined by Japan are mainly concentrated in the Datong River Delta area south of Pyongyang. The annual output is less than 6 million tons, of which 300,000 tons of iron ore are low-content ores that cannot be made into steel. For the Republic of China, in addition to already controlling  Apart from the Maoshan iron ore that has been mined and the Huishan copper mine that has not yet been mined, it has little effect.  After Lu Zhengxiang and Yang Qiu discussed it, they simply let Jin Jiu make the decision.  After some bargaining, the armistice line was finally left starting at 30 kilometers south of Wonsan Port on the east coast and ending along the Hufeiling Mountains to Haizhou Bay in the west.  Compared with 38 in later generations, it is quite satisfactory.  The North Korean military government headed by Kim Koo also agreed to imitate the Sakhalin case, and Japanese businessmen and the North Korean army jointly continued to operate coal and iron mines, of which 70% of the shares were owned by Japan.

    There were even greater differences on the garrison. Since Britain and the United States were also worried that Yang Qiu would directly colonize North Korea, they generally opposed his request to station three divisions.  After final negotiation, Britain and the United States proposed that the National Defense Forces could only retain two brigades on the line from Wonsan to Pyongyang for supervision and patrolling, and all remaining troops must be withdrawn to Sinuiju and the country.  As a counterpart, the Japanese army could only deploy two regiments on the front line, and the rest were all recovered to the Han River area.  It also stipulates that both sides must notify the other party in advance of any troop movements exceeding the regiment level, and any aircraft that crosses the border can be shot down on its own.

    Only two brigades can be stationedThe matter made Yang Qiu very uncomfortable. After repeated consideration, he not only acquiesced to the joint venture between Jinjiu and Japan in the coal and iron mines, but also finally agreed to compromise on the garrison. These compromises opened the door to the appeasement that swept Europe and the United States in the 1930s.  screen.

    Regarding the last clause, "Domestic democratic parties shall not be persecuted by any means", Yang Qiu actually received the full support of the United States. When China threatened to withdraw from negotiations and Japan's domestic unrest continued, Lansing proposed that a contract must be signed to end the state of war before food could be provided.  Otherwise, the United States could not violate the restrictions of the Geneva Accords to provide assistance to the belligerent countries, so Ishii Kikujiro left the decision-making power to the country.

    ???????????????????????????????????????????????????????????On March 5th, the long Shanghai negotiations ended, when the Sino-Japanese Far East Peace Treaty was submitted to the domestic government for approval by both negotiating parties at the same time, the whole of Asia held its breath and anxiously awaited the release of the new order To be continued)!  ~!

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