"I... we..."
Labarashi was montarily at a loss for words, overwheld by Liu Zhizhong's confrontation, his face showing traces of discomfort.
However, as a Pri Minister, he quickly regained his composure, maintaining a firm stance.
"Under the leadership of His Majesty the King and through the efforts of all the Myanmar people, we will soon eradicate poverty and many endemic diseases. As for the Myanmar people coming to Valle to work, we are conducting statistics and will soon have results."
Liu Zhizhong nodded, "Yes, you talk big, and I believe in your capabilities. As for statistics, that's just your statistical bureau making up numbers. You have beco allies with Eastern Pot, so you will quickly learn this tactic. Haha..."
Liu Zhizhong's voice was low and firm, finishing with a faint hint of sarcasm in his laugh.
"You... does President Chi speak so harshly?" Labarashi retorted angrily, clearly affronted.
Liu Zhizhong shook his head, "No, no, you're overthinking it. Regarding returning to the disputed Wadong area, when there was warlord chaos, you didn't want to return; now that Wadong is peaceful and prosperous, with its people living happy lives, you claim it back. This would be a joke internationally, wouldn't you say? Surely, you don't want to make a spectacle internationally, right?"
"What's a joke? A nation and a people pursuing territorial integrity and sovereign independence—is there anything funny about that? We wish to unify, to have our people return from abroad, is that too much?"
Labarashi's stance weakened, but he persisted with a firm tone.
Liu Zhizhong shook his head, "Since you insist, then all Myanmar people working in the Valle Republic will be expelled effective imdiately back to their beloved holand, alright? We will endeavor to achieve your national unity, correct? Anyway, now that you're backing Eastern Pot, you could go work over there, right? Earn more too!"
"You... what kind of logic is this? Depriving our Myanmar people of their right to work over there? Aren't you a democratic and equal society? Contracts signed—can you just breach them at will?"
Labarashi, indeed, continued to persist. He knew well that while his people could work in Eastern Pot, it's not without impact—they earn low wages and in RMB, which is increasingly losing value.
However, working in Wadong allows them to earn in Valle Coin, greatly promising appreciation. Moreover, if workers want their wages settled in Euros or US dollars, Valle can accommodate that.
For Myanmar, Euros and US dollars are hard foreign currencies, aren't they? Ohhhh—
Myanmar is quite clear-headed in matters of foreign exchange.
Liu Zhizhong replied calmly, "For the purity of my nation and people, and for your unity, we have no choice but to breach the contract. Additionally..."
Liu Zhizhong paused, deliberately, took a sip of water, then continued:
"Returning the disputed territories to Myanmar poses no issue, but all our projects invested there, whether industrial or agricultural, will be withdrawn entirely."
"Anyone wishing to live and work in the Valle Republic can remain and relocate westward directly. The Valle Governnt will provide them land, and arrange life and work."
"Those willing to return to Myanmar and change nationality, we will not retain. Such individuals can no longer enjoy Valle's citizen privileges; from themselves onward, generations cannot live/study/tour or earn from work in Valle. Becoming civil servants is even impossible; we're not recruiting."
"If disputed territories return to Myanmar, we will establish a missile test base in the new border areas. Our technology remains immature; missile testing, sotis can't guarantee drop zones! But rest assured, we're launching outward, not inward. I hope Mr. Pri Minister understands that point."
"Moreover, if disputed territories return, assuming administration control by Myanmar, we have another requirent: an independent autonomous region must be ford there, unaccepting central governnt and royal official designations."
"These are our bottom line and conditions, considered non-negotiable! If Mr. Pri Minister has no objections, let's sign the agreent right away; we're prepared. If you disagree, sorry, this territory shall remain as Valle Republic's inherent land, and we'll imdiately submit for United Nations review and approval."
Liu Zhizhong's remarks were concise and forceful, wielding substantial impact.
Labarashi listened dumbfounded, his eyes nearly bulging out of their sockets, ultimately slapping the table in anger, "I refuse, firmly refuse! That piece of land has belonged to Myanmar for generations, to the Myanmar people! You must return it; you can't keep it for yourselves. This is no different from piracy; your democratic values have degraded!"
"Hahaha..."
Liu Zhizhong burst into laughter, genuinely appearing quite pleased, then shook his head, saying, "Since you refuse, I have no choice. The only recourse for our two nations is to submit arbitration to the United Nations! If the United Nations grants it to you, then it's yours; if not, it's ours, understand? Just this now, Mr. Pri Minister, our discussions are quite clear; this was a pleasant talk, at least Valle's news will say so. As for your Qinnan news, imitate Eastern Pot if you wish, present yourselves as righteous and stern in demanding return of territory and people, to stir patriotic fervor. That's your matter! I believe you'll grasp Eastern Pot's essence."
Liu Zhizhong's resolute stance left Labarashi speechless. Furthermore, he stood up, extended his hand toward Labarashi.
Labarashi, out of diplomatic etiquette, had to shake Liu Zhizhong's hand, saying, "President Chi, don't rejoice too soon. We will reclaim the land and people. Eastern Pot is our ally; if we can't handle you, it doesn't an Eastern Pot can't, haha..."
Saying this, he also laughed, seeming quite cheerful, and shook Liu Zhizhong's hand vigorously. Before the caras, the leaders of the two countries appeared to be talking quite happily, haha...
After laughing and releasing the handshake, Labarashi displayed a sowhat smug expression, saying, "Eastern Country's project in Yunxi Province's Changnan Autonomous State, enough to give your Valle Republic a tough pill to swallow, right? President Chi, you're still too young; don't secretly cry the blues!"
"No need for your concern, Valle Republic has its counterasures. Vice President Dos, could you please escort the guests out, thank you for your efforts!"
Dos smiled slightly, standing up...
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