Rebirth of the 1980s: The Military Industry Empire

The Exocet missile is a globally popular anti-ship missile developed by France. The first ship-to-ship product, MM38, was finalized and put into service in 1973. Five years later, the air-to-ship model AM39 was equipped by the air force, and then it was exported in large quantities, creating a miracle of French military industry: by the year 2000, more than 2,000 of these missiles had been produced, of which only more than 200 were ordered by the French army, and the rest were all sold abroad. Its sales rank second among anti-ship missiles in the world.

Moreover, it has participated in many actual battles, making its power and reliability more convincing.

Over a long period of time, it has also been equipped by many customers. At this time, the customers who have obtained the Exocet missile flashed through Sergio's mind, but they were eliminated one by one. After all, these countries that own the Exocet missile were originally their targets. I don’t know how many businessmen like him came to buy them, but they all failed.

Which customer is President Qin talking about?

"As far as I know, Iraq has imported Mirage F1 fighters from France. This type of fighter should be capable of carrying Exocet missiles. I don't know if there are Exocet missiles in their orders."

The Falklands War in the 1980s was famous for naval battles, while the Iran-Iraq War was famous for its war of attrition, which lasted for eight years! During these eight years, Iraq also purchased a large number of weapons, including the Mirage F1 fighter. This fighter was ordered in 1977, and the first batch was delivered in April 1981. Relying on the Mirage F1 and the Super Matra 530 missile, Iraq had the ability to confront the Tomcat fighter head-on for the first time.

In the Iran-Iraq tanker war, the Mirage F1 also often carried Exocet missiles to attack maritime targets. The most awesome thing was on May 17, 1987, when an Iraqi Air Force Mirage F-1 fighter launched two "Exocet" missiles at the American missile destroyer "Stark", one of which hit. Although it did not sink the warship, it caused 49 casualties.

"Yes, yes!"

Sergio replied excitedly. This was a direction they had never considered. Buying weapons from a country at war? That's too whimsical!

"President Qin, we can be sure that Iraq has Exocet missiles, but can we buy them? After all, they are also at war."

"Yes, they are at war, but the main battlefield they need is on the ground, and the second is in the sky. The battle has not yet extended to the sea. What they need most are ground weapons, such as tanks and armored vehicles. Our Fangbei Company is doing this kind of business with them. As long as we offer a high enough price, we will definitely be able to buy back the Exocet missiles."

"How high?" Sergio swallowed.

"If it's one million per missile, it should be enough to tempt them."

One million per missile!

Before the war, the price of an Exocet missile was only 180,000. Now it has been turned into one million? Sergio's face was a little pale: "President Qin, is this price a bit high?"

"Yes, the price is a bit high, but now it is a seller's market. Aren't you unable to buy it? To make the Iraqis tempted, you must offer a high enough price. Think about it, if you have more Exocet missiles, you will be able to cope with the possible war in the future. If you sink the Invincible, then you will win this war!"

The Exocet missile with a range of 40 kilometers was designed to deal with targets such as destroyers and frigates. Moreover, even when dealing with destroyers, there is no guarantee of sinking the target, but only intends to severely damage and paralyze the opponent. After all, its semi-armor-piercing warhead weighs only 165 kilograms, and the high explosive inside is only 42 kilograms. Looking at the anti-ship missiles of the old Maozi, which are specially designed to deal with aircraft carriers, the warhead weighs more than half a ton at every turn.

However, the Invincible-class aircraft carrier is not the kind of super aircraft carrier in the United States. Its quality is not necessarily much stronger than that of a destroyer. The Exocet missile can still pose a threat to the aircraft carrier.

"In fact, we also have anti-ship missiles similar to the Exocet missile in China. If you need it..." Qin Yang also has an alternative. If it's cheap, you can use our C801!

Anti-ship missiles from the East? Sergio shook his head subconsciously. He really didn't believe in the military industrial technology of the East: "President Qin, even if it is one million per anti-ship missile, we will buy it! How many can you get us?"

"For the first time, let's be safe and get two to try?"

"Two are not enough, let's get five first." Sergio said: "As for the five million US dollars needed, I will find a way to get it for you, even if it is paid by our Solano Wine Group."

Qin Yang felt a burst of emotion in his heart. In this era, there are really many patriotic businessmen!

For many years, Argentines have looked at the Falkland Islands from afar, watching the Union Jack fluttering on it, and they have been very aggrieved. It is clearly the territory of the motherland, why should it be occupied by the British? Now, their great president has finally taken back the Falkland Islands with tough measures, and they are completely boiling, and there are many patriotic businessmen donating money to the country to support this war. People like Sergio are running around, wanting to increase the chances of winning the upcoming war.

"Okay, I will also go to the Iraqi representative immediately and ask them to make a decision as soon as possible. I will give you an answer tomorrow."

"So fast?"

"Yes, we have five million in front of them. If it works, it works, if it doesn't, then forget it. What's the delay? It will take time for you to transport it, so you can't delay it."

That night.

"Oh, it's really a day full of accomplishment." Qin Yang lifted the quilt and planned to get in.

"Wait, you haven't washed your feet yet." Nie Xiaoqian said: "It's okay if you don't take a bath, you have to wash your feet. I'll get you some foot washing water."

"Let's take a bath, let's go together."

"Together?"

"Yes, there has to be someone to scrub my back."

Soon, the water in the bathtub in the bathroom was spilled all over the floor, and Nie Xiaoqian was so tired that her whole body was falling apart: Yang Ge, didn't you say you were so tired that you wanted to go to bed and sleep? Why are you so energetic now? It's been half an hour, and it's not over yet?

No, I have to think of a way!

"Yang Ge, did you reach an agreement with Sergio today?"

"Yes, one million US dollars per missile, sell five first."

"With such a high price, why didn't you sell them all?"

When will this bath be finished?

An hour later.

After taking a bath, Qin Yang only felt comfortable all over. He got back into the quilt again. What a wonderful day!