Hearing that Judy had a solution,
Prime Minister Hill-Shahrani immediately perked up.
He gestured to his wife to take the children to play somewhere else.
"Is there any way?"
Hill Shahrani was quite satisfied with his previous collaboration with Sulin.
Since acquiring weapons and equipment from Surin, Saudi Arabia's influence in the Middle East has steadily increased.
Who wouldn't be addicted to this feeling?
Even shipping in the Persian Gulf has been controlled by Saudi Arabia, and crude oil exports have reached record highs.
"Prime Minister, we may lack technology and manpower, but we have money!"
I think that as long as we invest money, even if we don't get any technology in return, what if Su Lin succeeds?
We're partners, after all; at least by then, we'll have chosen sides, right?
Hill-Shahrani thought for a moment,
Although Saudi Arabia is quite arrogant in the Middle East now,
However, when it comes to the global landscape, we still have to consider the attitudes of the United States, Russia, Europe, and China.
The Middle East has indeed always had poor relations with Russia, and there have been frequent incidents of accidental clashes between neighboring countries.
The US and China have completely fallen out because of their previous decision to abandon F-16 imports and instead purchase the Dongfeng series of aircraft.
Don't even mention Europe; they're practically inseparable from the Americans.
Now, only China can be relied upon.
"Okay! We must expedite this matter, in case Mr. Su's funding issue has already been resolved."
Then we won't be able to rely on even one strong figure!
"Okay, Prime Minister, I've prepared 60 billion RMB this time. What do you think?"
"You should talk to the Minister of Finance. My suggestion is to make the payments over two years to reduce the financial burden!"
"Okay! Got it!"
With Sher-Shahrani's approval, Judil successfully obtained a 60 billion rupee grant from the Saudi Ministry of Finance for cutting-edge technology.
In those days, this was a huge sum of money.
........
Experts from the European Space Agency learned about China's Chang'e lunar exploration program.
They also immediately convened top aerospace experts from all member countries.
A meeting was held to discuss the incident.
"As everyone has seen, China has announced the next steps in its space program."
"Just say what you think!"
An old man sat in the speaker's seat in the conference room.
The two rows on the table were occupied by representatives from various countries.
"How can we possibly see it? Do we even have the capability to do so?"
Europe's space program is now largely tied to the United States.
They jointly built the International Space Station, but refused to cooperate with China.
"Even a rabbit will bite when cornered. I've said before, the space station belongs to all of humanity."
We couldn't be interfered with by other forces, and now it's all good.
They don't want the space station anymore; they're going straight to build a base on the moon!
"In the end, all this discussion is for naught. We might as well just look at the strength of our big brother, the Americans."
The moon is no longer Earth's territory; whoever gets there first owns it...
A large number of experts have expressed great concern about China's Chang'e lunar exploration program.
Once China becomes the first country to establish a base on the moon...
Given Su Lin's temperament, the various sanctions imposed by Europe and the United States on China's aerospace industry in the past...
We must certainly retaliate in kind.
"I think everyone's overthinking it. You don't really think that just because we've got a J-20, we've got an aircraft carrier."
So you think you have the capability to go to the moon? We don't even have a near-Earth space station yet.
I think he's just getting carried away, bragging all the time!
"Professor Lin is right, we've had aircraft carriers for decades."
China's current technological level is roughly equivalent to what it was a few decades ago.
How could they possibly master the technology to land on the moon in such a short time?
"Didn't we have an aircraft carrier collision incident in the Pacific Ocean before? I think this is just to scare the Americans!"
"Should I say 'I love you'?"
The meeting was chaired by Josef, Director General of the European Space Agency, who had a solemn expression.
The only information we have at the moment is an announcement issued by the Northern Military Region.
The announcement details how to land on the moon and which type of launch vehicle will be used.
There is no description of whether the first batch of rockets launched carried people.
It is only said that within one year, China will establish its first research and development base on the moon.
"Director Joseph, I don't think we need to panic too much. We should at least wait until China's first carrier rocket is successfully launched."
Only then can we make the right judgment!
"Alright, everyone must closely monitor the situation of China Aerospace. Any information obtained through any channels..."
Give me feedback as soon as possible!
Joseph organized this meeting not only for the analysis and discussion of China's Chang'e lunar exploration program,
On the other hand, he accepted an invitation from former US Secretary of Defense William Cohen.
I'm flying to Kennedy School in the US tomorrow to meet with NASA officials.
As long as China's rocket successfully lands on the lunar surface, regardless of whether it is manned or not,
The Americans will immediately restart the Apollo program.
Furthermore, this time we will collaborate with Europe, Japan, and South Korea on joint research and development.
"That concludes today's meeting..."
Director Joseph beckoned his secretary over.
"Have you booked your flight for tomorrow?"
"Chief, everything is ready. We'll fly directly to Kennedy first thing tomorrow morning!"
At this moment, Su Lin and Commander Tang were in the office discussing their future.
"Principal Su, I'll apply for the money for you, but you absolutely mustn't let anything go wrong with the application process!"
160 billion—that's several years' worth of military spending for the Northern Military Region.
If the research and development fails, or if the planned progress is not achieved within the expected timeframe,
Commander Tang's head can't bear this responsibility!
"Old Tang, don't you still trust Lanxiang Group?"
Besides, if there really is a funding problem, Lanxiang Group will step in!
Besides major R&D bases, the Middle East arms market,
Uncle Liu also owns wholly-owned private enterprises in the fields of new energy and batteries.
All of these can generate substantial profits for Su Lin.
The Lanxiang Group currently has nearly 100 billion yuan in cash on hand.
"I believe you! I don't believe I can apply for 160 billion yuan in funding to fund your lunar mission?"
Beep beep beep~~~~~
Su Lin's phone rang.
Commander Tang took one look and exclaimed, "Holy crap, isn't this our big spender, Mr. Judith?"
"Speak of money, and it's here, Principal Su!"
Commander Tang gave Su Lin a look.
Su Lin picked up her phone and turned on speakerphone.
"Principal Su, congratulations! The Chang'e lunar exploration program has been officially approved!!!"
The familiar voice of a good friend came through.
"Thank you. On behalf of China, I thank Saudi Arabia for their kind request. Please give my regards to Prime Minister Sheikh Shahrani..."
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