Hollywood Hunter

Middle-aged people understand that young tycoons obviously have different opinions, but they say: "I think this is at least one important reason."

"It is undeniable, but I don't think this is decisive," Simon shook his head and said, "The reason why there has been no large-scale war in the past half century, in my opinion, the key is the third technological revolution. The large-scale technological progress of human society after World War II has once again greatly improved the productivity of the entire human society compared with the previous steam age and electrical age. All kinds of social contradictions that naturally arise over time. Without these contradictions, there is no need to transfer them. Therefore, even if there are some very serious international conflicts, such as the one in 1962, leaders of various countries can carry out rational actions. deal with."

The middle-aged man nodded again, and had to admit that the young tycoon's point of view was very novel, but it seemed... it was also irrefutable. However, he also inevitably thinks, is it beside the point?

Simon got up and picked up the coffee pot, refilled himself a cup, and refilled it for the other party. He sat up with the cup again, took a sip, and smiled: "Vladimir, don't you think I'm digressing?"

The middle-aged man also took a sip of his coffee and just smiled.

Simon leaned against the back of the sofa with a cup in his hand, shook his head and said, "I didn't digress. From the very beginning, I have been discussing the same thing with you. For example, since there is a zero-sum game, why would I choose Western Europe? Not Eastern Europe, Asia, or Africa?"

The middle-aged man wondered: "Why?"

Simon said: "Because Western Europe is already rotten and old, their high social welfare system not only consumes a lot of resources in this world, and the laxity brought about by high welfare is also destined to be unable to make much contribution to the advancement of human society. In this case, it happens that this world needs someone to make sacrifices. Of course, I will choose this group of Western European gentlemen who can only enjoy but cannot contribute. Moreover, because of laxity and long-term high welfare nourishment, the Western European gentlemen are again It would appear very naive and stupid, and it would be easier to deal with."

The middle-aged man paused and asked: "And then, Simon, I mean, Western Europe... after being sacrificed by you?"

"No, not after sacrifice," Simon still shook his head: "I said it just now, Vladimir, all I have been talking about is one thing. Back to the topic I just talked about, the technological revolution. The third technological revolution , allowing mankind to enjoy peace for nearly half a century. And now the fourth technological revolution, the Internet-based information revolution, frankly speaking, I don't think this is a standard technological revolution, because it does not show the fundamental The change in nature is only a continuation of the third technological revolution. Since it is not a fundamental change, the dividends of the technological revolution will disappear soon, and it is impossible to benefit the world for half a century like the third technological revolution. , if human society is to enter another long period of peace due to the outbreak of productive forces, it is necessary to realize the real fourth or fifth technological revolution. This is my 3g plan. The question is, how long will the 3g plan take? I can’t say for sure, so I need time and make sure that human society isn’t destroyed by massive conflict before the fifth technological revolution.”

The middle-aged man quickly made a series in his mind and said, "I see, Simon, your plan is to redistribute the resources they possess by sacrificing wealthy Western Europe to ease social contradictions on a global scale, for once again. Tech revolution buys time, right?"

Simon snapped his fingers: "That's right."

The middle-aged man's expression is somewhat unclear: "I can only say, Simon, you are indeed much more pessimistic about our world than I imagined."

If it is not pessimistic enough, it will not think of sacrificing the interests of some people in exchange for time. This is enough to show that the prediction of the peaceful period that the young tycoon around human society can have is definitely much shorter than many people think.

Now, the more realistic question is, what should I do?

Really want to promise each other?

Thinking of this, the middle-aged man suddenly remembered something, and quickly said: "Simon, you have to understand that the two world wars originated in Western Europe. So, do you think they will be willing to be sacrificed this time?"

"This is not a hundred years ago," Simon said. "At that time, Europe was the center of the world, with strong economic power and terrifying productivity that crushed most other countries in the world. Of course, there are more critical military strengths. Now, do you think they still have these? It's just a bunch of cats with their claws cut off."

The middle-aged man nodded slightly, hesitated a little, and said again: "Simon, there is another question. Because of the land connection, Western Europe is Russia's main exporter and our main source of external capital. If Europe declines, I can't think of it. How much can Russia benefit from this?"

Simon said: "This problem is easy to solve."

The middle-aged man asked, "How to solve it?"

Simon raised his hand and pointed to the southeast: "Russia's way out is not in Western Europe, but in China. Oh, speaking of it, if the Soviet Union was not condescending and just wanted to cultivate China as its own vassal, but could use an equal If the attitude maintains the alliance relationship, then, with the huge production and consumption capacity brought by China's 1 billion-level population, and the extremely complementary production and consumption relationship between light industry and heavy industry, then it is difficult for anyone to say the current world pattern. It's a pity that you voluntarily gave up all this and forced China to our side."

The middle-aged man was silent again.

Frankly speaking, he hadn't considered this issue before, but when Simon said this, after a little consideration, his heart was inevitably a little sad. Even if he is full of regrets for his former motherland, it is undeniable that those leaders of those years did make too many mistakes.

Thinking of this, the middle-aged man remained calm on the surface and asked, "Simon, you mentioned Brzezinski just now, would you like Russia and China to go together?"

"It seems that you still don't quite understand me," Simon said. "Vladimir, speak more grandly. What I value is the well-being of our entire human society, the future of our race, not just a country. Or a certain nation. Moreover, I don’t think the hegemony of the federation can be maintained for too long. With the current trend, maybe after 30 years, there will be a fundamental change. There is also Western Europe, I said to sacrifice Western Europe, but also It's not that I want to kill all Western Europeans, and I'm not Hitler. It's just that those gentlemen who have enjoyed a comfortable life for hundreds of years will no longer be able to live a very comfortable life in the future. In the end, I hope you will walk with China , but not the kind of military alliance you imagine, but economic cooperation. Speaking of which, Clinton's original campaign slogan basically summed up the essence of all problems in today's world: the problem is the economy. The root of all social problems is the economy Therefore, if you deviate from my train of thought and do not do business with China, but engage in a military alliance, unfortunately, I will immediately give up all support for you and your country!"

The middle-aged man nodded slightly, considered for a short time, and said with a tone of promise: "As long as my country is not threatened, Simon, I can guarantee that Russia will not conduct unnecessary military actions."

The meaning of this statement is already very obvious.

Simon is also very satisfied, he will not be naive enough to mean that the other party really has to make a formal promise now, and it will definitely be implemented in the future.

Simon is more convinced that it is logical.

Move things in the direction you want through a series of substantial collaborations.

Chapter 1626: It's a matter of course