Reborn in Brazil As a Plutocrat

  Chapter 660 Naval power transfer

   "Actually, Your Excellency the General doesn't have to push me so eagerly. It doesn't really matter who holds the post of Minister of the Navy. What really matters is who holds the real power of the Navy Department.

  If Your Excellency the General serves as the Deputy Minister of Defense and has the power to govern the Department of the Navy, whoever the new Secretary of the Navy is will not affect our control of the Department of the Navy.

  Compared to the name of Secretary of the Navy, I care more about the rights of the Department of the Navy. I believe you also know that Adams Teach is my man. If you are the Deputy Minister of Defense.

  The Admiralty promotes Adams Teach as the Chief of Naval Staff, so as long as I am the Deputy Secretary of the Admiralty, I can completely vacate the new minister.

   In other words, it doesn't really matter who the new Minister of the Navy is. Even, you can make a deal with some people through this position. "

  Finally, Fang Lang declined the readily available post of Minister of the Navy. The reason was not simply that he felt that he was not old enough or senior, and was afraid of being targeted.

  If only age is considered, the current Brazilian Air Force Minister Nero Mora also became the head of a department with low qualifications.

  The reason why Fang Lang made such a choice was more because he didn't want to make himself too eye-catching when the Chinese group hadn't fully established a foothold in Brazil.

  His predecessor grew up in Brazil, and he knew very well that although Brazil does not have as serious racial discrimination as the United States, it is by no means a paradise.

  Once I, a Chinese, becomes a high-ranking official in the Brazilian army, I will definitely be used by those who want to talk about it, and it may become a trend against the Chinese.

   This is by no means groundless worry, but the inevitable consequence of the hardworking genes of the Chinese. Everyone knows that black people are mostly lazy, and they are unwilling to continue working hard after they have a bite to eat.

  In Brazil, everyone is similar, but since there are more and more Chinese, the working atmosphere in Brazil has changed significantly, because the Chinese are too curly.

  When a lot of work is done by local Brazilians, it may take two to three people to complete it, while the Chinese can be done by one person, which leads many companies to prefer to recruit Chinese.

   The consequence of this is that many of the original jobs of local Brazilians were replaced by Chinese, which has caused dissatisfaction among a considerable number of locals.

  But now because this situation has not yet formed a trend and scale, it has not yet become a common phenomenon in society. But Fang Lang, as a clear-headed person, what he can do is not to intensify this contradiction.

   Not going to the front desk is the best way he can think of.

   After listening to Fang Lang's words, General Crook couldn't help but fell into deep thought, although he didn't know why Fang Lang didn't want to be the Minister of the Navy. But his meaning has also been expressed very clearly.

  He doesn't want a position, but he must have a right. This is definitely a heart-to-heart. After understanding what Fang Lang meant, he said directly and honestly:

   "Fang, to be honest, there are indeed many people who want to be the Minister of the Navy, and behind each candidate, there is an interest group.

   But their strength is obviously not as great as ours. If I use this position to exchange benefits with them, it will indeed allow me to gain more.

   But you have to understand that all those who look at this post are for the rights of the Secretary of the Navy, not just for a title.

  If they know that they will be ostracized when they take office, I don’t think anyone would be willing to jump into this big pit foolishly! "

  Hearing the words, Fang Lang smiled slightly, looked at General Crook's slightly tangled expression, and decided not to continue making detours, and said frankly:

   "Your Excellency, I know that everyone who looks at this position is for the right of this position. So, what do they need this right for them?

   It is nothing more than realizing one's own ideals, enjoying the benefits of power, and even simply exchanging the power in one's hands for monetary benefits.

  I may not be able to satisfy the other party with the first two items, but the third item is too simple for me.

  So, I think we just need to choose a person and force who want to make money to be the Minister of the Navy.

  But when we are responsible for holding power and he is responsible for making money, wouldn't it be perfect. "

   Now General Crook was stunned. How could he not understand Fang Lang's meaning, so he couldn't help but blurted out:

   "Are you going to feed him directly with money? Do you know that they are not one person, but individual interest groups. With their greed, it is simply not enough for a little money to feed them.

   If they do things repeatedly, don't you still satisfy their appetite again and again? "

   After General Crook looked nervous and directly expressed his concerns, Fang Lang, instead of worrying, added him a cup of tea with a smile on his face and said:

   "Your Excellency General, I have never said that I will feed him with my own money."

   Without waiting for General Crook to continue expressing his doubts, Fang Lang stretched out his hand and pressed falsely, signaling General Crook not to get excited, and waited for him to finish speaking.

   "Now the Fletcher-class destroyer we imitated has been able to achieve mass production. As the first modern destroyer designed and built by us in Brazil, the strength of this ship is beyond doubt.

  Although it cannot be compared with the current Keeling-class destroyer of the U.S. military, it has already surpassed the Fletcher class made in the United States, and the cost is still much lower than that of the United States.

  My idea is, as the Minister of the Navy of Brazil, is it obligatory to recommend this destroyer that we independently developed and designed to more countries?

  If he encounters a country in need, he can speak style and sell a few ships to the other party at a relatively reasonable price! "

   Now, General Crook really feels a little speechless. As the co-author, I, the Secretary of the Navy, has not sold a few warships to the outside world, so it is unqualified.

  At the same time, he also had to lament Fang Lang's cunning. His words had almost clearly told General Crook that since the new Secretary of the Navy wanted to exchange power for money, I would give him a chance.

  However, he has to earn the money by himself, that is, to sell the imitation Fletcher-class destroyer made in Brazil, and it is really inconvenient to sell this thing without the skin of the Minister of the Navy.

  Once the Minister of the Navy becomes a salesman, he can not only hold the real power of the Ministry of the Navy, but also bring more orders to his own shipyard, and make the Minister of the Navy dare not easily offend him, the owner of the shipyard.

  After thinking about this, General Crook couldn't help but dodge his eyes when he looked at Fang Lang, good guy! Still you can play.

  But I have to say that Fang Lang's proposal is very feasible and attractive. After all, sending Brazilian arms to the outside world is also one of the important means to enhance Brazil's international influence.

  Whether it is from the perspective of the Ministry of the Navy or the Ministry of Defense, it is impossible to reject this proposal. Even after Mr. President knows this plan, he will absolutely agree with it.

   "Do you have the right candidate?"

  This candidate shouldn't have asked Fang Lang's opinion, but now the plan he proposed really moved him so much that he couldn't help blurting it out. After saying it, he regretted it a little.

  After all, if the candidate Fang Lang proposes is different from the person he wants to exchange interests with, he will be passive.

  Fang Lang had the same heart as Der Spiegel, so of course it was impossible to say anything that would make it difficult for General Crook to do! Slightly smiled and said:

   "This is the Minister of the Navy. How can I, a subordinate, be able to comment. Of course, the specific candidate must be considered by the General himself."

  Hearing this, General Crook couldn't help but heaved a sigh of relief. He had to say that Fang Lang was really good at talking and doing things, and everything made him feel very comfortable when interacting with him.

   If every subordinate could do this, he would be so relieved.

  As the officer, since I have already said what I asked for his opinion, if I take it back directly, it will definitely appear that I am not arrogant enough. Since Fang Lang is so good at talking, he certainly can't appear stingy. So, after giving the other party a white look with a smile, he said angrily:

   "Just say what you want, just want to know your thoughts. In the end, it's not up to the two of us to decide who we will choose."

  General Crook can be regarded as an old fritter. One sentence can not only show his respect for Fang Lang, but also tell the other party that even if you say it, it may not necessarily be what you said. Ultimately it is up to the Ministry of Defense. In fact, he can push Fang Lang up, and of course he can push another person up.

   Fang Lang knew this well, but he had to show his gratitude appropriately. Of course, General Crook really deserves his gratitude to him.

   Originally, he wanted to decline, but after thinking about it, he really had a more suitable candidate. Although he didn't know that it was the same candidate as General Crook had in mind, he could also bring it up and give him a reference.

  So, after he pondered for a while, he stopped refusing and said directly:

  "Since your Excellency General asked, I will venture to say something. As far as I know, there is a general in our Navy Department who seems to have a very close relationship with General Letta of the General Logistics Department!

   This General Leta has managed the General Logistics Department for so many years, so he should have a lot of influence in the army!

   Moreover, this general is mainly engaged in civilian work in the navy, has little experience in leading troops, and is not greedy for military power.

   But it's a pity, General Leta will probably leave his current position this time! "

   At the end of Fang Lang's speech, he sighed with regret. Regarding this, General Crook felt the same as Der Spiegel, this was just the ladder that Fang Lang handed him.

   He knew exactly who the candidate Fang Lang said was. Because, in the recent period, I don’t know if rumors have spread, or some people want to take advantage of the president’s replacement to move their positions. There are indeed a few people who are very active.

   It was also under such circumstances that a group of people proposed that Fang Lang be promoted to the position of Deputy Chief of Staff of the Ministry of the Navy. As for the purpose of this proposal, everyone is smart and can see it at a glance.

  At the same time, General Crook also knew that the candidate recommended by Fang Lang was also one of the only candidates who had no ill will towards him.

  After trying to understand this, General Crook couldn't help but took a deep look at Fang Lang, and had to say that the candidate recommended by Fang Lang was really very suitable.

   First of all, this person's strength is not strong, and it will not affect Fang Lang's control over the Ministry of the Navy.

  Secondly, as a member of General Leta's family, he has a certain understanding of the outside arms market and can complete the task of selling warships that Fang Lang said.

  Once again, the purpose of this guy being pushed out is indeed to use the position of the Minister of the Navy to make better money.

   More importantly, although their influence in the Ministry of National Defense is inconspicuous, their influence is not small. After all, if you want to make a fortune in the Ministry of Defense, if you don’t get enough joints, how can you have a chance to make a fortune.

  But the leader of this force is not General Leta, the head of the General Logistics Department under the Ministry of National Defense. It's someone else. This person has retired, but he still has a lot of influence on the Ministry of Defense.

  If I use the position of the Minister of the Navy to exchange interests with the other party, maybe I can try to win the control of the General Logistics Department. It is the control of the General Logistics Department, not the position of the head of the General Logistics Department.

   This idea that just came up was learned from Fang Lang.

  If it really succeeds, the strength of the upcoming Deputy Minister of Defense in the Ministry of Defense cannot be said to be the same, but he can definitely influence the decision-making.

   "I know who you are talking about, kid. I will seriously consider it when I go back.

  However, here I want to confirm with you one last time, have you really decided not to be the Secretary of the Navy? "

  Looking at General Crook's burning eyes, Fang Lang couldn't help showing a hearty smile again, and while adding tea to General Crook, he said calmly:

   "The relationship between me and Your Excellency the General is here, so naturally there is something to say, and there is no intention of telling lies.

  Besides, even if I serve as the Deputy Minister of the Navy and control the power of the Navy, I am still a subordinate of Your Excellency the General. As long as Your Excellency the General gives orders, I will definitely be there at any time. "

   After confirming that Fang Lang's expression was indeed not fake, General Crook was completely relieved, took a sip from the teacup on the table, and then said with a relaxed expression:

   "To be honest, there is a reason why I support you in controlling the Admiralty.

  You are the only admiral in our Brazilian Navy who has actual combat experience over the years. Moreover, with outstanding military exploits, no one can ignore this resume.

  Although the world war has just ended, the world is not peaceful. It is a mess outside. The same is true of our surrounding areas in Brazil. Argentina has been acting frequently on the border recently.

   After you master the Admiralty, you should also turn your attention to the south. When the time is right, let the Rio de Janeiro aircraft carrier battle group go to the southern waters to show our muscles. Do you understand me? "

   Fang Lang didn't expect General Crook to say such an important thing so casually, and looked at him in surprise. At the same time, he finally understood why he said that he was sure to push himself to the position of Minister of the Navy.

   It turns out that the root cause is still in his own military exploits. Whether it was the anti-submarine warfare against the Germans in World War II or the suppression of the Eddie brothers' rebels, they have established a combat-ready image in the Brazilian Ministry of Defense.

   This image gave him enough strength to compete for some important positions.

   "All of this is thanks to the cultivation of Your Excellency, General. Without your support, how could I have the opportunity to become the captain of a destroyer from a transport ship captain, and I would not have the opportunity to obtain real meritorious service on the battlefield.

  I have heard about the recent actions of Argentina, but their naval strength is not enough compared to ours. If we transfer the Rio de Janeiro aircraft carrier battle group, I am afraid that they will be stimulated.

  My idea is to send our Fletcher class destroyers, properly into the South Atlantic, to create a little pressure on the Argentine Navy. "

  (end of this chapter)