Ji Youguo thought about the problem, and Pan Yunsheng asked the guard to make a pot of tea.

"The situation in front of him is enough for Lao Zhao to make the decision to send troops." Ji Youguo paused a little and said, "Before making a decision, three issues must be considered. ”

"Which three questions?" Pan Yunsheng lit a third cigarette.

"First, whether leaving Laos will trigger a full-scale conflict between us and Vietnam."

Yun Sheng nodded, he was also thinking about this question.

"After the military coup in Laos, there must be a shadow of the United States and Vietnam, and the border areas of Vietnam's Tran soldiers have made it clear that they will do whatever it takes to overthrow the old pro-China government and support the pro-Vietnamese and pro-American puppet regime in Laos. We are old in sending troops, and it is inevitable that there will be a conflict with Vietnam. Ji Youguo glanced at the cigarette on the table again, shook his head with a smile, and said, "Therefore, when making the decision to send troops, you must be prepared for a ground war with Vietnam." Although with the combat effectiveness of our army, we can defeat Vietnam without difficulty, but we have to think a little longer. ”

"The United States?"

Ji Youguo nodded. "If it's just Vietnam, not only do we have to worry about anything, but we can also take this opportunity to settle our dispute with Vietnam. If we take into account the US factor, we have to worry that this is a trap and trap set up by the United States for us. If you think about it, the United States is mired in the Iran war, not to mention the loss of troops, and the anti-war voices at home are getting louder and louder, but we are immersed in hard work and engaged in economic construction, will the United States feel better? The United States regards us as a real threat and assumes the posture of fighting a cold war with us, and will certainly do everything possible to hinder our advance. A large-scale regional war, and a ground war, is enough to hinder our development. ”

Pan Yunsheng nodded again and said, "So, Lao Zhao is very hesitant on this issue. ”

"Had to hesitate. Even if it's me. Will hesitate. Ji Youguo smiled bitterly. Said. "It's just one reason. In the event of a war with Vietnam. Should we take the opportunity to recover the Spratly Islands? If you want. What to do with the Philippines, Malaysia, Brunei and Indonesia? ”

"Let go of ...... when you can"

"Definitely not!" Youguo immediately vetoed Pan Yunshengdi's idea. Said. "If you only recover the islands that were occupied by Vietnam. It will inevitably make the Philippines and other countries suspicious. Throw yourself into the arms of the United States at a faster pace. Wait a few years, or a decade, to recover the other islands. Will it be easy? Of course. Solve problems all at once. It will also make the Philippines and other countries fall into the arms of the United States. But as long as the territorial and territorial sea disputes are resolved. We will be able to adopt a more flexible and pragmatic policy in foreign affairs. Take advantage of the global Great Depression to make a big fuss about the economy. It won't be ten years. As long as we recover the Spratly Islands and the territorial waters of the South China Sea, it will become a fait accompli. The countries of Southeast Asia will change their minds. At least it will not follow the United States against us. ”

"This is the second question you say?"

Ji Youguo nodded. "This is a critical issue. If you want to take this opportunity to recover the Spratly Islands. The scale of the military operation will be very large. Military spending alone will amount to hundreds of billions of yuan. Whether the state can afford to bear the expense. Will this have a negative impact on domestic development? as a national leader. It must be considered holistically. I think. Lao Zhao must have taken these issues into account. That's why no decision was made immediately. ”

"It seems. It was me who misunderstood Lao Zhao. ”

"Misunderstanding doesn't matter, as long as you believe in Lao Zhao's ability." Ji Youguo smiled faintly and said, "The third question, maybe Lao Zhao didn't take it into account. ”

"What's the problem?" Pan Yunsheng frowned slightly.

"What are we going to do with Southeast Asian countries after the war?" Minister Ji You let out a sigh and said, "This war will inevitably involve several Southeast Asian countries. There are also contradictions between Southeast Asian countries, Cambodia and Myanmar are obviously biased towards us, and they also benefit from the adjustment of our industrial structure; Vietnam, the Philippines, and Indonesia are clearly biased toward the United States and want to benefit from it; Thailand is nominally neutral and in fact has closer relations with us; Although Singapore bases its national security on a quasi-alliance with the United States, it has not turned against us due to ethnic relations. Only Malaysia is truly neutral and does not take sides. If we launch a large-scale war on the Indochina Peninsula and the South China Sea, it will inevitably completely disrupt the pattern of Southeast Asia and have a great impact on future development. ”

"It's a really serious problem."

"If it is handled well, it will help us a lot in our development. If not handled well, the results will be unimaginable. Ji Youguo rubbed his hands and resisted the urge to take a cigarette, "The United States provided Vietnam with a large number of weapons and equipment, why?" If only to dispose of second-hand weapons, why not supply them to other countries, such as the pro-American governments in Iraq and Afghanistan? Looking at the situation around us, Japan has embarked on the road of militarism, and even if the United States is willing to support Japan in its confrontation with us, it must keep its hand and avoid encountering the second 'Pearl Harbor incident.'" India is suffering from an economic crisis, and it will be difficult for it to take care of itself in the short term, so why should it cause us trouble? The situation on the Korean Peninsula is stabilizing, and the ROK certainly does not want to be the 'big culprit.' In this case

The only ones that can cause us trouble are the countries of Southeast Asia. The weapons and equipment of the United States are worth at least 10 billion US dollars, and with the US local policy, it will definitely ask for a return. ”

"The United States will never trade at a loss."

"Not only will it not be a loss-making trade, but it will also be sold in multiple places." Ji Youguo smiled faintly, "In terms of foreign expansion, the United States has experience that we can't match. Just look at the Cold War between the United States and the Soviet Union, in order to strike at the Soviet Union, the United States not only used all kinds of tricks, but also attached great importance to the overall strategy. At the same time as aiding Vietnam, the United States is certainly secretly supporting the Philippines and other countries, striving to pull more Southeast Asian countries into the 'American chariot'. When the South China Sea War starts, we have to deal with not only a few small Southeast Asian countries, but also the United States. ”

"That's for sure, Lao Zhao must have thought of it."

"It's useless to think about it, it depends on whether there is a solution." Ji Youguo smiled faintly and said, "Of course, I believe in Lao Zhao's ability. ”

"Old Ji, don't turn the corner." Pan Yunsheng smiled bitterly.

"I've already analyzed the bureau and it's no problem, I can say anything."

"It's just us here, what are we afraid of?"

"I'm afraid, I heard that Lao Peng said it."

"What" Pan Yunsheng was stunned for a moment, and then laughed, "You bet that with Lao Peng?" It's not Lao Peng who told me, otherwise how would I know? ”

Ji Youguo shook his head with a smile and said, "It's not that you talk about it everywhere, which makes Lao Peng very faceless." ”

"He has no face? It's impossible, and he's proud of it. ”

"Anyway, you kid likes to gossip everywhere."

"I just told Lao Zhao, I haven't mentioned anyone else."

"Well, I don't care about you." Ji Youguo touched his chin and said, "The solution is also very simple, as long as you stick to one principle." ”

"What principle?" Pan Yunsheng immediately asked.

"Treat differently and settle peacefully."

Pan Yunsheng frowned slightly. "What do you mean......"

"We should not hit with a single shot, but determine in advance who will focus on attacking, who will hit secondarily, and who will not attack, and we must give full consideration to military deployment, and we must not reverse the priority and severity. If disputes can be resolved peacefully, we must strive for them as much as possible. Of course, supplemented by military means, the effect will be better. ”

Pan Yunsheng quickly thought about it and understood the meaning of Ji Youguo.

"Remember, don't say I said it." Ji Youguo glanced at his watch and said, "No one should know about your coming out, don't tell Lao Zhao that he came to me when you go back, let alone talk to me about these things." ”

"Lao Ji, Lao Zhao is not the kind of person who is cautious, there is no need to ......"

"Of course it is necessary, Lao Zhao is the head of state, I am the head of state who is outdated, if I point fingers at national policies, even if Lao Zhao will not have any ideas, it is difficult to guarantee that others will not have ideas." Ji Youguo smiled and said, "I still want to live a quiet life for decades, don't mess with me for you, kid." ”

Pan Yunsheng smiled bitterly, and could only nod his head in agreement.

At this time, Qin Aoshuang came to the restaurant.

"Xiao Pan, when will you come?" Seeing Pan Yunsheng, Qin Aoshuang was also a little surprised, "I didn't expect you to have time to come and see us." ”

"Xiao Pan is a busy man, how can he have any leisure."

"Old Ji, that's not right, no matter how busy I am, I will take time to come and see you." Pan Yunsheng smiled, got up and said, "Almost, it's time for me to leave, and next time I have the opportunity, we'll talk about travel." ”

"Okay, we're going to the event soon." Ji Youguo also stood up, "Pay more attention to your body when you go back, don't be tired before you retire, quit smoking early." When I retire, I can still travel with me, and when the time comes, please try my craft. ”

"Craft? Ji, when did you learn to cook? ”

"Listen to him blow, he will cook in a rice cooker, and nothing else."

Hearing his wife's words, Ji Youguo shook his head with a smile and didn't make any more excuses.

"It's not too early, and I won't delay your activities." Pan Yunsheng picked up the cigarette on the table, "That's it, let's talk next time." ”

"I'll send you out."

"No, you go and change your clothes, otherwise my sister-in-law will talk about me again."

After saying goodbye, Pan Yunsheng went directly to the military airport and returned to Beijing by helicopter.

As soon as I returned to the headquarters of the Military Intelligence Agency, the secretary came to compile the latest information. "In addition, the Führer called three times and asked you to go to the General Staff as soon as you return."

"General Staff?"

The secretary nodded. "The car is ready to go."

Glancing at the documents, Pan Yunsheng did not delay any longer, and immediately drove to the General Staff.

The situation has changed significantly, and Zhao Rundong went to the General Staff Headquarters to preside over the meeting, indicating that the decision to send troops had been made. (To be continued)

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