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    The Chinese government forcefully took back Shanghai Customs, which caused an uproar.  However, the Chinese government had already forcibly taken back all the privileges of France and Russia in China, which did not surprise other countries.  The Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs received a lot of protests, but there were no substantive measures against China.  After that, China gradually took back its customs offices in various places, and the General Administration of Customs under the Ministry of Finance unified the management of customs offices in various places.  This has greatly increased China's fiscal revenue.  At the same time, by adjusting tariffs, the development of domestic national industries can also be protected.

    The British Minister to China, John Aldian, was naturally very dissatisfied, but in the face of China's toughness, there was no other way.  I had to hold my nose and admit it.  Subsequently, Wu Tingfang interviewed Zhu Erdian many times and demanded the recovery of British privileges in China.  However, they were all firmly rejected by Zhu Erdian.  Zhu Erdian insisted that Britain would never give up these privileges unless China defeated Britain.

    In this regard, China had to temporarily relax its pressure on Britain.  Now in a war with Britain, China does not have much chance of winning.  Especially in terms of the navy, before the new "Zhonghua-class" battleships entered service, China did not defeat the strength of the British navy deployed in Asia.  Therefore, China had to endure it.  However, there is still less than a year until the "China-class" battleships enter service, and China only needs to be patient.  The forbearance now is to prepare for a better outbreak in the future.  Once China wins the next war, China will become a world power.  At that time, all unequal treaties will be completely abolished.

    However, at this time, in the face of China's aggressiveness, the UK also took countermeasures.  After China forcefully took back customs, the British took action.  Japanese Prime Minister Hirobumi Ito (this is the third time Ito Hirobumi has taken office to form a cabinet), US President William?  McKinley, Russian Prime Minister Sergei?  Witte, French President Fran?ois?  Philly?  Foer was invited to visit England.  Among them, Hirobumi Ito, who traveled the farthest, arrived in London on January 15, 1898. Hirobumi Ito was warmly welcomed by the British Prime Minister, the Marquess of Salisbury, in London.  Obviously, because of China's aggressiveness, this has caused uneasiness in the UK. The UK invites these countries that have hatred and quarrels with China to defend the UK in order to deal with China.

    That evening, the British Prime Minister, the Marquess of Salisbury, held a grand welcome banquet at the Prime Minister's Office.  And it was revealed to everyone that Queen Victoria of the United Kingdom would receive them the next day, which greatly excited the leaders of several powerful countries who visited the United Kingdom.  Britain is the most powerful country in the world. Although the Queen of England is just a symbol, she is also the most noble monarch now. They are deeply honored to be received by the Queen of England.

    The dinner that day was not only attended by members of the British cabinet, but also all powerful figures in the British army and navy. The atmosphere was very warm.  The British Prime Minister, the Marquess of Salisbury, undoubtedly became the star of the dinner. This is the third time that he has taken office to form a cabinet. At the same time, he also serves as the British Foreign Secretary and can be said to be the most powerful person in the UK.

    "Your Excellency President McKinley, I personally have deep sympathy for your country's failure last year. However, I have to point out that your country's naval strength is too weak and cannot match your country's strong industrial level.  , This allowed the cunning Chinese to win!" The British Prime Minister, the Marquess of Salisbury, held a wine glass, and William?  President McKinley spoke cordially.

    "Yes, Your Excellency Prime Minister, our country did not pay enough attention to armaments in the past, which led to the bitter consequences this time. However, this also made us understand the importance of armaments. Now, the entire United States of America has united, and we  There are a large number of battleships launched, and in the next war, we will definitely be able to avenge our shame!" William?  President McKinley's face was a little unnatural, but his tone was firm.  The United States was founded as a British colony, and its relationship with the United Kingdom has always been poor.  Now, in order to counter the rise of China, the United Kingdom has taken the initiative to extend an olive branch, and the United States will certainly not refuse.

    "Yes, that's right. Your Excellency the President knows that our country's navy and warship design level are world-leading. If the United States needs it, we can export some key technologies to the United States. Of course, the United States needs to pay a certain amount of money  . After all, we have invested a lot in developing these technologies!" said the British Prime Minister, the Marquess of Salisbury.

    "Of course! The United States is very willing to accept help from the United Kingdom. We will purchase these advanced military technologies from your country at a satisfactory price!" William?  President McKinley's eyes lit up.  After the failure of the military conflict with China last year, the U.S. Navy also made a summary. The reasons are nothing more than two aspects. One is the performance of the warships, and the other is the quality of naval soldiers.  The nature of the battleship? With its own strength, it is difficult for the United States to improve in a short period of time. It requires the introduction of advanced technology.  The quality of naval soldiers needs to be cultivated through continuous training.  Now, Britain intends to export some technologies to the United States, which naturally makes President McKinley overjoyed.  The British navy is the best in the world, and its battleship design technology is naturally the best in the world.  If it gets help from British technology, the level of American warships will definitely be greatly improved, and it will be even more confident to defeat China.  Although, William?  President McKinley knew they would pay a high price, but in his opinion, it would be worth it.

    ¡°Then, I wish us success!¡± British Prime Minister the Marquess of Salisbury said with a smile.

    After the two had a drink, they separated with a smile and looked for other people to continue talking.  This dinner was originally such an opportunity.

    "Your Excellency, President Faure, I am so happy to see you!" British Prime Minister Marquess Salisbury saw French President Francois?  Philly?  After Faure, he took the initiative and walked over.

    "Hello, Prime Minister!" President Fall said hello with a smile.  Although Britain and France had conflicts in many aspects, when Germany rose in Europe and China suppressed its rise, posing serious threats to the interests of both countries, the two quickly came together.  From this we can see that national interests are the most important.

    "President Fall, it is difficult for me to accept your country's defeat in the Far East. I think your country's attitude at that time should have been tougher!" said the British Prime Minister, the Marquess of Folsomisbury.

    "France does not have a navy as powerful as Britain, so we have to choose a temporary retreat. However, the pressure on your country should be very strong now, right?" President Faure also said.  Now, except for the United Kingdom, all other countries have to give up their interests in China. Only the United Kingdom is stubbornly persisting.  The UK is also facing great pressure as it persists in this way.

    "Of course, but we will not retreat. Our cabinet has decided to once again send more powerful warships to the Far East and Asia at the right time. The interests of the British Empire must not be abandoned!" Thor  Marquis Zisbury said forcefully.

    ¡°I appreciate what your country has done!¡± Fore said.  He even wondered if France could take advantage of the situation if a war broke out between Britain and China in the Far East.

    "Your Excellency, the Chinese are our common enemy. I believe that only by uniting in the UK can we defeat China and ensure the interests of all our countries!" said the Marquis of Salisbury.

    "Yes, I think so too, we should have been like this a long time ago!" President Fall said with deep approval.

    "Then, it's up to us. Cheers!" A smile appeared on the Marquis of Salisbury's face.

    "Cheers!" President Faure also had a smile on his face.

    With a "ding" sound, the two wine glasses clinked together.

    "Your Excellency Prime Minister Ito, the warships your country is building in our country will be completed in the second half of this year. By then, your country's navy will once again become a decisive force in the Far East!" the Marquis of Salisbury said to Ito Hirobumi  .

    "Everything is the help of British friends. On behalf of His Majesty the Emperor, I would like to thank Britain for its help to our country!" Hirobumi Ito immediately bent his waist to ninety degrees.

    "Your Excellency Ito, our two countries have common interests and goals, and we should help each other!" the Marquis of Salisbury said with a smile.

    "Yes, evil China is threatening the world, and we have an obligation to defeat them!" Ito Hirobumi said immediately.  Because of the last disastrous defeat, Japan lost everything and owed huge foreign debts.  Now Japan's annual fiscal revenue does not even cover the interest, which makes Japan owe more and more foreign debt. If Japan cannot defeat China and obtain huge benefits from China, Japan will be in danger of collapse.

    "However, China is getting stronger and stronger. According to the intelligence we have received, the Chinese are also building new warships. Therefore, it is still difficult for Japan to defeat China!" said the Marquis of Salisbury.

    "Everything depends on the support of the United Kingdom!" Ito Hirobumi bowed deeply again.

    "Of course, that's why I invite you to visit the UK, in order to unite everyone's strength and jointly deal with China's rise. Only in this way can we win!" Salzburg said.

    "Japan will obey the orders of His Excellency the Prime Minister!" Hirobumi Ito behaved very obediently.  Because he knows that if Japan wants to defeat China, it cannot do without the support of the United Kingdom.  Although this feeling of being controlled made him very unhappy, he no longerThere are other ways.

    The Marquis of Salisbury was also very satisfied with Ito Hirobumi's performance.  In his vision, Japan would become Britain's dog in the Far East.

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