King Of War: Starting with Arms Dealer

Prince Shah Dewali actually couldn't make decisions, but just like Al Sani's previous concerns, Shah had no psychological barrier to kicking Qatar out of the GCC.

Even knowing that Europe and America liked the scene of Middle East division, Shah didn't care.

The final result was basically there, the issues between Shah and Qatar needed to be privately discussed, as some issues couldn't be brought to the table.

But Joe Ga, out of friendship, had to help ask, which was a way to apply some pressure and also show his stance.

This is why Joe Boss made more and more friends because he always considered for them.

The more Joe Boss did this, the less Dewali dared to neglect!

Dewali gracefully gestured for everyone to sit down and talk, while the tycoon Tahnoon on the side voluntarily replaced 'drinks' for a few people, then smiled and said, "Hu Lang, I just called home and discussed with my family, they are very interested in corvettes, so they want to add two more orders.

A total of 4 ships, 1.6 billion US Dollars, we can prepay half of the deposit!"

After listening, Joe Ga leaned back on the sofa and shook his head slightly...

The 056 of 1600 tonnes, its export price really wasn't high, Joe Boss with a reputation for opening overseas markets could get the hulls at very cheap prices.

Then sending them to France for refitting could even gain some political benefits from France.

Even if the French insisted on high prices...

Equipped with high-end anti-submarine sonar, torpedo launchers, phased array radar, air defense missiles, and even anti-ship missiles, the price wouldn't exceed 150 million US Dollars.

Spending 400 million US Dollars per unit to buy a light frigate was just handing money to Joe Boss.

This was actually similar to Al Sani's previous 4 billion US Dollar security contract.

The content of the contract was secondary, letting Joe Boss receive this money made them feel that the matter was really settled.

Compared to Qatar's lavishness, Abu Dhabi seemed a bit stingy.

However, Joe Boss didn't care, Qatar gave more because they were under greater pressure and needed an ally like Joe Boss, who had outstanding soft power in the Middle East.

But Tahnoon from Abu Dhabi, jumping out to give money to Joe Boss before Dewali from Shah, made Joe Ga somewhat puzzled.

The matter of selling ships had been decided long ago, so Joe Ga naturally accepted Tahnoon's proposal, then he looked at Prince Dewali, and with a smile said, "Sir, you haven't answered my question yet..."

Dewali straightened his back, nodded, and said, "Hu Lang, breaking diplomatic relations is a very complex matter.

To let the outside world believe in our actions without harming Qatar's interests, both sides need to make some sacrifices.

You ask me what promises Shah can give Qatar, I can't answer you.

But I can guarantee that before America's shale oil industry scale is controlled, we absolutely won't take any actions to harm Qatar's interests.

This I believe you know even better than I do!"

Saying this, Dewali slightly leaned back against the sofa, smiled, and said, "Hu Lang, those previous words were the intentions of my elders, specific matters we still need to negotiate with Qatar.

They will certainly face some international pressure, but we can guarantee absolutely not to blockade them.

The four corvette orders from Tahnoon are actually for the outside world to see...

We must put on a good posture to let the outside world believe in our determination to break diplomatic relations with Qatar.

Only then will they have credibility in competing on prices with us outside the alliance."

After listening, Joe Ga thought about Abu Dhabi's geographical position, just between the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman, the four corvettes could indeed blockade that narrow sea area, causing trouble for Qatar's energy exports.

Shah and the GCC might not only be putting on a show for outsiders but also considering the possibility of making it real.

Of course, they didn't have the capability to really blockade the Persian Gulf, but they could harass Qatar's energy exports.

Joe Ga sighed slightly, they were all crafty old foxes...

Previously Al Sani said they could spend 6 billion US Dollars to support the 'Princess Maritime Security Company', probably anticipating this situation might arise.

Shah's people were probably worried that Joe Boss had a better relationship with Al Sani and might side with him when the time comes.

Given his current influence in America, 'siding' could cause significant trouble for Shah.

So they, through the United Arab Emirates which also had some relations with Joe Ga, bought warships at a super premium, so even if there were conflicts in the future, Joe Boss couldn't really take sides.

Joe Boss felt very flattered being treated by these princes as a giant.

Strictly speaking, he didn't have the hard power, but he indeed had this influence.

Iraq's SY faction gradually gained power, Syria's doctor president also had ties to Iran, and Yemen Houthis' territory was expanding.

The SY faction centered around Iran was gradually surrounding several nations in the southern Persian Gulf.

This situation was anathema to Shah!

Iraq, with whom Shah shared a long border, was too important, Shah couldn't afford the pressure of fighting on two fronts in Iraq and Yemen.

Joe Boss's humanitarian channel not only earned him substantial profits but also allowed him to have his cake and eat it, gaining significant political benefits.

He wasn't worried at all about Shah turning against him, instead, Shah was worried that Joe Boss might side with Iran.

If Joe Boss decided to join forces with Iran, America's influence would quickly withdraw from Iraq, then Shah's princes might not even be able to sleep peacefully.

Of course, this possibility was very small, but the consequences were too serious for Shah!

In the end, it's still about having a strong enough fist!

Prince Shah holds the world's most advanced weapons, yet he can't even defeat the mud-legged Houthis.

Seeing Dvali's slightly serious expression, Joe Ga smiled and said, "Don't be too nervous. I just feel that since I'm involved, I must take on the responsibility of a friend.

The specific affairs need to be negotiated between you and the Qatari Royal Family. Actually, there's not much point for us to discuss details here.

But Al Sani is my friend. I made suggestions and also received his gifts, so I have to be responsible for him!"

Dvali paused for a moment, then nodded seriously and said, "Hu Lang, you are a good friend!

I can't guarantee how things will develop in the future, but personally, I can assure you that I will definitely keep Al Sani out of trouble.

If anything happens, I will notify him at the first moment!"

Joe Ga was satisfied with this...

Compared to official diplomatic channels, a private communication channel can effectively enhance Al Sani's status in Qatar.

Joe didn't really care if Dvali was lying; time would verify his promise.

A promise unfulfilled leads to punishment!

With the discussion reaching this point, Joe decided it was time to wrap things up, so he clapped and laughed, saying, "OK, let's leave it at that then..."

Upon hearing this, Dvali quickly waved his hand and said, "Hu Lang, the matters in Qatar still need time to be discussed. I have some business I want to talk to you about. Are you interested?"

Joe Ga sighed and said, "If I say I don't want to hear what you have to say, would that make me seem particularly rude?"

Dvali, looking at Joe Ga who appeared uninterested, said in a slightly heavy tone, "Hu Lang, are you interested in taking on military contracts in Yemen?"

Joe Ga decisively shook his head and said, "No!

The Houthis are not like those terrorists from Al-Qaeda or ISIS. Fighting them would affect my own plans."

Upon hearing this, Dvali nodded in understanding and then followed up by saying, "What if the target is Al-Qaeda?"

Joe Ga sighed softly and shook his head, saying, "Al-Qaeda in Yemen can't make a real impact, and I don't have time to deal with Yemen.

Prince, I'm just a military contracting company owner; I can't take on every business."

Dvali was silent for a dozen seconds, then said in a heavy tone, "We have accurate intelligence that the Houthis and Al-Qaeda are collaborating.

Last week they jointly attacked one of our civilian settlement points, leading to hundreds of casualties.

We eliminated some of their personnel and confirmed this intelligence!"

Hearing this, Joe Ga spread his hands and said, "What's there to be surprised about?

You are the common enemy of the Houthis and Al-Qaeda, but that doesn't mean they're friends...

Once you withdraw from Yemen, these two might end up fighting amongst themselves!"

Dvali nodded slightly and said, "Hu Lang, we don't want to fight anymore..."

"Then just stop fighting..."

Joe Ga said casually and then paused, curious as he looked at Dvali, saying, "You're not going to fight anymore?

Then what about the Yemeni government forces?

I see no hope for them to win against the Houthis."

Dvali's expression turned awkward as he bowed his head to think for a moment, then said, "War is a kind of consumption, consuming money, manpower, lives...

Hu Lang, the humanitarian corridors and safe zones you established in Iraq and Syria are very meaningful.

If you're interested, we want to invite you to Yemen to establish a temporary safety zone.

The situation in Yemen is very bad, and it needs a lot of resources to fill the gaps.

Our Gulf Cooperation Council can provide ample financial and military aid..."

Upon hearing this, Joe Ga incredulously pointed to his nose and said, "Me?

Me, going to Yemen to establish a safety zone?"

Dvali nodded and said, "If you are willing to help eliminate Al-Qaeda, we can offer a super military contract.

Hu Lang, Yemen really needs a breather; the situation there is far worse than Iraq and Syria.

You created a miraculous safety zone and humanitarian corridor in Iraq and Syria.

Only an organization without a stance like yours can go, without causing a significant backlash from Iran.

Without Iran's assistance, the aggressiveness of the Houthis will decrease.

Hu Lang, everyone needs a chance to breathe...

We are not truly unable to defeat the Houthis; we just can't afford to attack their controlled areas, as there are many innocent civilians there.

Only a trusted third party entering there can pause the war, giving everyone a chance to breathe, including the civilians."