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Rapid weapons that can hit Israel and Iran can be done by aircraft. Obviously Saudi Arabia wants faster weapons and equipment. Prince Sultan had other intentions. Combined with the real history of previous lives, it shows that Saudi Arabia needs missiles to support its appearance.

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In the previous life, Saudi Arabia purchased Chinese missiles, but now it is thinking about Soviet products. Is it because of his appearance that Saudi Arabia feels that it can get what it wants from the Soviets? It is not impossible, Lao Maozi even has a fighter jet that has just entered service

They can all be sold to Kuwait. As long as the price is enough, missiles probably don't matter either.

But Bao Zixuan really wanted this to happen. Of course, China sold missiles to Saudi Arabia. Not only did it solve the financial problem, it also caused a huge sensation and repercussions in the Middle East and even the entire world.

Moreover, there were very interesting things that happened during the missile export process between China and Saudi Arabia, and it has been passed down as a good story in later generations. Saudi Arabia’s favorite weapon was long-range missiles. At that time, the only countries in the world capable of manufacturing missiles were the United States, the Soviet Union, and the European Union.

China. Since the United States and the Soviet Union had a half-century-long Cold War, and the United States and Saudi Arabia were allies, it was naturally impossible for Saudi Arabia to turn to the Soviet Union for help. Saudi Arabia then turned its attention to the United States. After the United States learned of Saudi Arabia’s willingness to purchase advanced weapons

Afterwards, they were unwilling to sell weapons to Saudi Arabia. There were two reasons for this:

First, not long ago, Saudi Arabia teamed up with other Arab countries to create an oil crisis, which caused a heavy blow to the U.S. economy, and the United States held a grudge against Saudi Arabia.

Second, Israel and the United States are also allies. When Israel learned that Saudi Arabia wanted to purchase weapons, it thought that these weapons would also pose a threat to itself, so it obstructed them in every possible way. The United States followed suit and was unwilling to sell missiles to Saudi Arabia.

In desperation, Saudi Arabia had no choice but to seek help from China. At that time, the relationship between China and Saudi Arabia was not good because the two countries had not established diplomatic relations and had different political systems. However, for the sake of its own national security, Saudi Arabia had no other choice. So it sent Su

Prince Bandar, the eldest son of Prince Ertan, came to China. After some docking and talks, he stated the purpose of their trip - to purchase "Dongfeng-3" ballistic missiles.

The Dongfeng-3 missile, developed in the 1960s, is a medium-range ballistic missile with a range of up to 4,000 kilometers. Its maximum take-off weight is 64 tons, and it can carry conventional warheads and nuclear warheads. In fact, this missile is not technically very advanced.

It is very advanced, and Saudi Arabia can only fire conventional warheads, but owning this weapon is completely different for Saudi Arabia. The strategic security level is directly improved by a level, so Saudi Arabia wants this weapon very much.

China was very poor at the time, with a total foreign exchange reserve of only 2 billion U.S. dollars. At that time, China urgently needed a sum of money to invest in technological research and development. Faced with this extremely wealthy guest, it was natural to want to sell weapons.

In addition to economic considerations, we also took into account

Regarding political issues, the United States and the Soviet Union have always been quite influential in the Middle East. If China sells weapons to Saudi Arabia, Saudi Arabia will have to give China a face on the Middle East issue. Then China’s influence in the Middle East will be strengthened. Many friends

Better than multiple enemies.

After learning that China was willing to sell weapons, Saudi Arabia was extremely happy. As for how to price the issue, both sides in Warsaw had no idea. There was a joke at the time. It is said that the Chinese negotiator tentatively raised a finger and thought to himself

; I wonder if I will accept 100 million yuan? As a result, the Saudi tycoon slapped the table; 100 million US dollars for one coin, the transaction was completed, and the payment was made in cash!

Although it was just a joke, it also allowed China to increase its foreign exchange reserves by US$3.5 billion. Although China's economy has improved due to Heiyun Investment, it is not much richer. If this money is earned by polar bears, then it will have a negative impact on China's economic development.

Very disadvantageous.

Bao Zixuan said very seriously: "Your Highness, we are all old friends. There are international regulations that control the transfer of other nuclear weapons delivery vehicles except manned aircraft; restrict the transfer of weapons with a range of more than 300 kilometers and a payload of more than 500 kilograms.

missiles and related technical equipment;

Except for charters, the transfer of "complete rockets" and "complete subsystems" is prohibited; various missile "components" can only be transferred after a license is issued by a member state. This is an initiative of the Americans, and many countries in the world are currently doing so.

Adhere to this principle. The Soviet Union is also one of the signatories, so things are a bit difficult to handle."

"I understand what Saudi Arabia means. It definitely hopes to obtain medium-range ballistic missiles with a range of more than 3,000 kilometers."

If one or two missiles are smuggled out, there may be some way; provided that Saudi Arabia is willing to spend a lot of money. However, if one or two missiles are to be used to form a combat deterrent, one or two missiles are far from enough.

After all, no matter how powerful you are, you can't get the nuclear warhead out. And even if you don't have the corresponding secret key to get out the nuclear warhead, it doesn't make any sense.

The most important thing is that the smuggled missiles cannot be taken out openly. It is better to think differently.

I heard Bao Zixuan say that he could smuggle one or two medium-range ballistic missiles from the Soviet Union. It seems that this guy is not hiding anything. But at the same time, it also proves the connections and strength of the Heiyun Group in the Soviet Union. Even if the Saudi government wants to smuggle some medium-range ballistic missiles from the Soviet Union,

It would probably be very difficult to bring anything out. Bao Zixuan directly promised to bring out the missiles. It is simply unimaginable how many people and connections would be involved.

Does this kid have other ways? Saudi Arabia doesn't care how much it costs, as long as it can see things, everything else is fine.

Prince Sultan: Mr. Bao should be aware of the situation in the Middle East and the current situation of Saudi Arabia. As long as we can get missiles, we will not hesitate to spend any money. This is not only my intention, but also the intention of His Majesty the King.

Carrying the king out directly was to let Bao Zixuan know how much Saudi Arabia valued it. Originally, this matter should be avoided, but the guy in front of him revealed his idea of ​​​​smuggling from the Soviet Union, showing that he really regarded him as a friend. A member of the Arab royal family

, you must be sincere when treating your friends.

Bao Zixuan: "Based on the situation in the Middle East and the situation faced by Saudi Arabia. If it is to purchase missiles from the Soviet Union, the R-14 medium-range ballistic missile is the most suitable."

"The development of the R-14 began in 1958. The chief designer was the famous Soviet aerospace expert Mikhail Kuzmich Younger. The missile has two models: R-14 and R-14u.

The only difference is the range. The R-14 began actual deployment in 1961, and the U-type was deployed in 1964; the range is 3200-3700 kilometers."

But His Royal Highness seems to have overlooked one country, a missile with a roughly equivalent range.

"The China Dongfeng-3 ballistic missile began to be developed in the 1960s. It was successfully tested in December 1966 and entered service in May 1971; its range is 2,700-4,000 kilometers."

"China has not signed the missile non-proliferation agreement, so this is an opportunity."

Prince Sultan was very interested when he heard that Bao Zixuan recommended China's missiles. But at the same time, he was also worried. After all, there had been very little exchanges with China before, and even now, there is still no ambassadorial-level diplomatic relations.

Prince Sultan said with a serious expression: "Currently there is no communication channel between Saudi Arabia and China, and we cannot talk about purchasing ballistic missiles as soon as they get started; that would not scare others."

"After all, it involves strategic weapons. If the news leaks out, it will not end well."

International control over medium-range ballistic missiles is very strict. According to the agreement, ballistic missiles with a range of more than 300 kilometers cannot be exported to other countries. Now just add a zero at the end. It is estimated that the United States and the Soviet Union will never agree. And the missiles are transported from China.

It’s not close, and it has to pass through several countries on the sea. If there is a slight mistake, not to mention all the previous efforts will be wasted; at least Saudi Arabia’s way to purchase missiles will be blocked, which is much more serious than losing money.

Bao Zixuan: "Currently, China is vigorously developing its economy, and it is the time when funds are needed. Moreover, China has very little communication and contact with other countries in the world. It is difficult for the United States and the Soviet Union to send an agent there, so how can they leak the news.

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"In the past, major figures could not be present in negotiations. At least the Crown Prince and His Highness certainly could not go there in person. If problems occurred, it would be difficult to explain clearly."

"I wonder if His Highness the Prince has a son who is more capable, understands diplomatic etiquette, and is good at communicating with foreigners. Even if he is discovered by the United States and the Soviet Union, it doesn't matter. No one would have thought that Saudi Arabia would send a second-generation member of the royal family to negotiate.

Such an important project.”

"But you must be prepared to sacrifice. If the news leaks, the prince will definitely take the blame. You must take all the blame on yourself. The Americans and Soviets must persist even if they don't believe it. Coming here to buy missiles is a personal matter.

The rise has nothing to do with the country or the royal family."

The whole world knows what the children of the Saudi royal family are like. Bao Zixuan’s opinion is indeed feasible, and at least leaves a way out. Speaking of being capable, understanding diplomatic etiquette, and being able to communicate with foreigners, Prince Sultan immediately thought of his eldest son Bandar. Although

The risk is not small, but if you succeed, the credit will be great; at least you can stand out among the second generation.