Working as a police officer in Mexico

"A true idealist, what are the American movers trying to achieve by bringing him out?" Victor couldn't figure it out. In an increasingly tense situation, you pick the "most incompetent," someone who lacks strong means.

I don't understand!

Goebbels, sitting next to him, said, "General, is it because they think he's easy to control? He has a good reputation among the poor, and now there have been 11 uprisings in the United States. Although the numbers are small, it's clear that farmers and the middle class have completely lost hope in America. If this continues, America will inevitably fall apart!"

"The homeland is their base. He wants to first stabilize the socially prominent conflicts, so he needs someone who can hold the fort. Perhaps his rise to power could change the relationship between our two countries."

"But isn't this just chronic suicide? Our next step is Haiti, which is the backyard of the United States. If we support a pro-Mexican regime there, the U.S.'s influence will truly be suppressed." Defense Minister Kennedy frowned, expressing his views, "As long as we deploy missiles and planes there, if a conflict arises, we can attack from three sides, and the U.S. won't withstand it."

"Chronic suicide is better than instant death. The rednecks of Texas are already dissatisfied with the government's lenient attitude toward illegal immigration, and since the reservoir upstream of the Rio Grande was bombed, they can't intercept the water flow anymore. For Texas, mainly composed of farmers, what good attitude can they have towards the government?" Goebbels's insight was quite deep.

Kennedy thought for a moment and nodded.

Texans are rather... wild, inwardly discontent with the U.S. government and also not fond of Mexico. After the US-Mexico ceasefire, Texans even tried to form a volunteer regiment to fight at the border, but as you know, the rednecks...

Barbecues three times a day, all talk and no action.

When it comes to real combat, they falter.

"But we still need to note one thing, his coming to power doesn't necessarily mean he holds power. Maybe it's the financial conglomerates preparing to reach out from behind the curtains?"

Victor nodded at these words, "Your political awareness is quite impressive."

"I keep an eye on these things, hahaha," Goebbels said, somewhat embarrassed.

"What do you think we should do in terms of policy?"

"General, I'll just say what comes to mind, don't take me too seriously."

Victor signaled him to continue.

"We just need to maintain the current pressure on the U.S. and avoid military conflict as much as possible. The internal problems of America aren't something one Carter can resolve. Would capitalism ever be willing to distribute money to the poor?"

"When the public loses hope, they will be more inclined to use violence to solve problems."

"The American system is destined to reveal issues under high pressure."

The effectiveness of the American system can actually be seen in just two cities.

Haiti and Liberia, both "American replicas," and after observing them, one concludes: there's unrest among the populace!

There's some truth in that.

During the Cold War between the Soviet Union and the United States, it was evident to everyone that the latter couldn't hold on either. But the Soviet Union had "someone to bear the brunt," and they lost in the final endurance competition. Otherwise, it's hard to say who would have emerged victorious.

Now that the Soviet Union has fallen, a country cloaked in communist ideals has risen, and it's so close to the U.S. It's quite overwhelming. Just when I was about to become the master, I was told that the neighbor, Sun Wukong, came to divide the land.

Not committing suicide already shows strong mental resilience.

Victor pondered, feeling a craving for a cigarette. He lit one, took a deep drag, and made a decision, "Take it one step at a time. The military will issue a directive to resolutely not fire the first shot. If Carter changes his attitude towards Mexico after coming to power, we are willing to enjoy a honeymoon period. For now, our main focus is the economy."

"However, the actions to curtail U.S. influence abroad need to continue. Aside from Brazil, we also need to operate to deploy a military base in Panama to protect Mexican commercial vessels in the Panama River. Most importantly, we must not let the U.S. military have a monopoly here."

"Panama probably won't agree. The newly established regime is quite pro-American."

"In the face of national interest, they too will be coerced. Go talk to them and say if the U.S. doesn't adhere to the Panama Canal Treaty, we can assist in their armed struggle!"

In 1977, Panama and the United States signed the Panama Canal Treaty, stipulating that the U.S. would gradually withdraw and ultimately return the canal by December 31, 1999.

And it was Carter who signed it.

In diplomacy, Carter was well-regarded, though some Americans considered him weak. His fall from power was partially due to this; the Panama Canal, after all, is one of the world trade routes.

Approximately 13,000 to 14,000 ships pass through it annually, transporting about 400 million tons of cargo. It connects trade routes from North America, South America, Europe, Asia, and Oceania, becoming an indispensable part of the global supply chain. If the canal were to close, global trade would suffer a massive impact, transportation costs would rise, and the price of goods might increase.

If the U.S. gains control here, it would be a major loss for Mexico's commercial activities.

"We should also have a seat at the table."

Kennedy's eyebrows twitched upon hearing this, while Goebbels showed no expression but squeezed his hand hard, suggesting he was equally excited.

The office was silent, punctuated by intense excitement.

Only the clock on the wall made a ticking sound.

"Let's go, let's have dinner, it's time." Victor stood up, glanced at his watch, then at the clock.

Creak~

Kennedy and Goebbels quickly got up.

The three of them had just left and were heading downstairs when Augustine Przybylski came over.

"Alas, it seems my lunch will be delayed again," Victor said with a smile, "I hope it's good news."

"General, the Mexican fugitive counter-revolutionary and leader of Los Zetas, Arturo Desena, was bombed to death by the Cuban air force half an hour ago."

???

Dead?

That nauseating drug trafficker in the southern regime is dead?

"Well done."

Victor, seeing his enemy dead, was instantly in a good mood.

After Arturo Desena fled to Haiti, the air forces of Cuba and Mexico frequently bombed its capital, under the pretext of "upholding the legitimate rights of the Haitian people and eliminating the illegal Haitian government!"

Augustine Przybylski looked uneasy. "During this time, a French cargo ship docked at Port-au-Prince, and France claimed that their ship had issues and needed to dock, but reconnaissance reports showed that approximately 300 French soldiers had occupied the port."

"When did the French become so bold?"

Victor's first thought was this, immediately followed by a smile, "It seems our European friends also want a piece of the pie here."

"Could they also intend to threaten the U.S. via Haiti? The French..." Goebbels was also shocked, as this was not the France he imagined.

The True White Flag suddenly rose?!

"General, we might consider bringing France into Ren Lian..." Kennedy's eyes lit up, "This is an opportunity; the Americans won't allow this, so we can welcome them!"

"If a European country joins Ren Lian, it would be a significant blow to the European Community and NATO!"

"Where is Casare currently visiting?"

"Norway!"

"Have him go to France next, and I want to speak with Mr. Mitterrand in an hour."

As he was fretting over which European country to approach, France jumped out.

No wonder they, alongside Italy, are called the dual aristocratic heroes of Europe!

It was like getting a pillow when drowsy!

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