Compared with the serious-faced Bush, the tall and handsome William Jefferson Clinton is always smiling wherever he goes. Next to him, First Lady Hillary also has a friendly expression.
"However, Kusike doesn't think so. This couple has put the United States on the right track and brought the U.S. economy back into a golden age. If the United States becomes stronger, it will not do any good to itself.
Although Clinton focused on the economy, he still refused to let go of the military. After the disintegration of the Soviet Union, he did not give Russia any chance. He immediately began to preside over the pace of NATO's eastward expansion, suppressing Russia to death, and allowing Yeltie to attempt The idea of ??getting closer to the West and realizing Russia's great renaissance was shattered.
Next to Clinton, Hillary is also a very capable person. She has the highest academic qualifications among all the first ladies in the White House. At the same time, she is also the one with the furthest political career among them. In later generations, she became President Obama's Secretary of State.
Such a couple is much more difficult to deal with than Bush, including their current initiative to visit Iraq, which Bush would never do.
And let Qusay visit the United States? Kusai didn't have time, so it was better to stay in his own one-third of an acre of land.
Beside Qusay, Sarah was also waiting quietly. Since becoming the wife of the President of Iraq, Sarah has gradually begun to appear in public, such as inspecting certain companies. Iraq has become more and more popular in this regard. Move closer to the west.
Women must not be kept at home with their heads wrapped in cloth. Their productivity must be liberated so that they can also contribute to the construction of the country.
Originally, Iraq was not as traditional as Saudi Arabia in this regard. Under Sarah's personal example, more women have chosen to go out to work, which can make their lives richer.
At the Palace of the Republic, Mr. and Mrs. Kusay cordially met with the visiting US President Clinton. The two sides shook hands cordially and had some exchanges on topics of mutual concern. These were the exact words of foreign reports, especially the photos after the handshake, which made headlines in major newspapers.
Clinton¡¯s tall figure could not conceal Qusay¡¯s majestic appearance. Did the handshake between the two parties eliminate the estrangement, or did they each have their own agenda?
"President Qusay, the great changes taking place in the Arab world today are all inseparable from Iraq's efforts. I am very happy to see that people in the Arab world now live a stable life and the country is prosperous and strong," Clinton said.
It would be strange if you are happy. The Arab world is poor and backward, and that is probably what you like to see. Qusay thought in his heart, but said: "All of this is the result of the joint efforts of the Arab people. We have been living since ancient times. Our people on this land are hard-working, brave, and peace-loving."
"We, the United States, and Iraq are countries with a profound friendship. After entering Iraq's airspace, the fighter jets that escorted us were the ones our United States exported to your country, right?" Clinton said.
After Clinton¡¯s Air Force One entered Iraqi airspace, it was escorted by four F-20 fighter jets from the Iraqi Air Force. Therefore, Clinton mentioned this, which seemed to add a harmonious atmosphere to both parties.
"Yes, we maintained a good relationship with your country ten years ago. Many of our domestic projects are related to your country's help." Kusai said: "However, that is in the past. Now, Those original aircraft will gradually be withdrawn from our active service."
Those are all in the past. It depends on what the United States says now. Since the relationship between the two sides is good, how many F-22s can you give me? See how Clinton responds?
"We in the United States believe that the stability of the Middle East is related to the entire world, including the stable growth of our American economy. Therefore, we need to continue to maintain good trade relations with your country." Clinton said: "Now, Iraq The manufacturing industry has developed greatly, and some products are very popular in the United States. Before I came here, I went to a supermarket in Washington and found that many of the products on our shelves were imported from the Middle East and China. of."
Iraq does export a lot of goods, most of which are agricultural products. The real high-tech is limited to electronic products. This is all the credit of Ousheng Electronics Company. However, the trade between the two sides is indeed gradually increasing. big.
"Furthermore, your country is a traditional oil exporter. Last year, your country announced that it would use the Afghan dollar to settle oil. This makes us very worried. This will seriously undermine the existing international financial order and is not conducive to The economy of the entire world is developing stably." Clinton finally talked about this most important topic.
"I believe you are also very aware of the situation last year. During that special period, there were many differences between us.Unpleasant events. "Qusai said: "So, we had to throw out this method, but, as you know, it has never been implemented! "
It is true that it has never been implemented. If it had been implemented, the two of them would not be sitting here now. However, even if they just announced it, it caused serious turbulence in the U.S. dollar in the international market. If it is actually implemented, the United States will definitely use force.
"Now that the past has passed, we must look forward to everything, and the relationship between us will be closer. Therefore, we hope to get a reply from your country and the entire Arab world. The US dollar is the settlement oil the only currency," Clinton said.
¡°The use of oil to settle U.S. dollars has been going on for many years. Countries have also stored a large amount of U.S. dollars as foreign exchange. As the world¡¯s common currency, we fully agree to use U.S. dollars to settle oil. This cannot be changed unless there is force majeure. factors," Kusay said.
Clinton was very happy to hear Qusay¡¯s affirmative answer. This is the main purpose of his visit, to develop friendly relations with Arab countries, ask about the role of the dollar in these countries, and maintain the normal and stable operation of the U.S. economy.
The relationship between the oil-producing countries in the Middle East and the United States must not be stalemate.
Clinton was even more satisfied with what Kusai said next.
"We recognize the huge role the U.S. dollar plays in the international economy. In order to maintain the development of our economy, we will continue to increase our holdings of U.S. Treasury bonds." Kusay continued.
Increase holdings of U.S. Treasury bonds!
Although Clinton is very dissatisfied with borrowing money to survive and wants to achieve a fiscal surplus, the U.S. economy has just begun to pick up, so if more funds are available, it will be easier for the U.S. to realize its economic recovery plan. .
If Iraq has increased its holdings, it means that other Middle Eastern countries, such as Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and other countries, will increase their holdings. This will be a signal of improving relations between the two parties!
¡°We in the United States are very grateful to your country for continuing to increase its holdings of our national debt. The relationship between our United States and the countries in the Middle East will become closer because of this move by your country,¡± Clinton said.
"Yes, we also have a request." Qusay said: "As a testimony of the friendship between us, we hope that your country can withdraw its troops from Israel!"
" If you want Qusay to take the initiative to suffer a loss, it only shows that he has a bigger plot. Bush, who has been the vice president for eight years and then the president of the United States, is already very clear about Qusay's character. However, Clinton, who had only been in Arkansas before, was not very clear.
Qusay dropped the bomb. We in Iraq are willing to maintain friendly relations with the United States, recognize the dominance of the US dollar, and can also increase our holdings of US national debt. However, the United States must withdraw its troops from Israel!
In fact, in last year¡¯s actions, Arab countries were selling U.S. Treasury bonds. Therefore, even if they increase their holdings now, they will at most return to the original level, and they will not suffer much.
As long as US dollars are still used to settle oil, then all countries will have large reserves of US dollars, which cannot appreciate in value. Although they import in US dollars, they still have a considerable amount of US dollar reserves. Instead of keeping it in the treasury, it is better to buy treasury bonds. After all, treasury bonds still have returns. This is also good for them.
Based on the analysis of later generations, Qusay knew that for Clinton, economic development was the most important, and he was not someone who would cause trouble everywhere. Therefore, Iraq can be regarded as being benevolent and righteous by doing what it likes, and it depends on how the other side responds to it.
This difficult problem was posed to Clinton because, due to strategic issues in the United States, they must station troops in Israel so that they can protect Israel from attacks by surrounding Arab countries. Last year's war has already illustrated a problem. If Without the support of the United States, Israel's collapse could happen at any time.
No matter how good the relationship is with the surrounding Arab countries, the United States has always been die-hard with Israel. This is one of the reasons why Clinton continued to send more troops to Israel after he came to power.
If it is to any other country, the United States at this time has already responded with cold official language. Where we station troops in the United States is the United States' own business. Please do not interfere in the internal affairs of the United States!
It is good enough that the United States does not interfere in your internal affairs. How can you allow you to interfere in the internal affairs of the United States?
Therefore, the question raised by Qusay can be regarded as touching the high voltage line of the United States. If it is raised at this time, it smells a bit of political fraud.
Clinton frowned. He immediately realized the seriousness of this problem. The United States would withdraw its troops.?? is absolutely impossible. How to reject the other party without hurting the superficial friendship between them? (To be continued. Please search Piaotian Literature, the novels will be better and updated faster!)