Great Power Reclamation

Chapter 2831 Becoming a Great Power and Rising to Prominence

The sea breeze from Mombasa, carrying a salty smell, swept over the newly built Somali naval base. Yang San stood on the flagship's deck, watching the cargo ships busy loading and unloading supplies in the port, but his brows remained furrowed.

Although the annexation of Niger was a done deal, the ensuing problems made him realize that occupying a piece of land was a hundred times more difficult than conquering it.

The African Union's trade sanctions are like a shackle around the neck, and the malicious hype by Western media has pushed Somalia to the forefront of public opinion.

The rising tide of resistance within Nigeria is like a powder keg buried underground, ready to be ignited at any moment.

Meanwhile, Yang Geyong and Ye Yuze, who were far away on their farm in California, were closely monitoring the situation in Nigeria.

The two sat in the wooden cabin on the farm, with the computer screen in front of them constantly updating with relevant news and intelligence from Nigeria.

“This can’t go on,” Yang Geyong said, taking a deep drag of his tobacco, the smoke filling the room.

Ye Yuze nodded: "Economic sanctions and public opinion pressure are difficult to eliminate in the short term. The most urgent task is to solve the problem of food and clothing for the people of Nigeria and let them see that they can live a good life by following the country of Somalia. Only in this way can the situation be stabilized from the root."

Yang Geyong nodded slowly, his eyes revealing deep thought:
“I agree. Nepal has a vast territory, but its agricultural technology is backward, and the people can hardly guarantee even the basic food supply.”

“Our farm’s advanced planting and breeding techniques may be the key to breaking the deadlock. Why don’t we go to Nigeria ourselves to investigate and see how to implement these technologies?”

A hint of worry flashed in Yang Geyong's eyes: "Neither of us are young anymore, and the situation in Nigeria is unstable. This trip may be quite risky."

“We have to go, no matter how big the risk is,” Ye Yuze patted Yang Geyong on the shoulder.

“The children are fighting hard on the front lines to win this land. We, as their elders, can’t just sit here and worry. Besides, with our experience and skills, we can handle it.”

And so, Yang Geyong and Ye Yuze embarked on their journey to Nepal.

They arrived in Nigeria with the farm's technical team and a batch of advanced agricultural equipment. Instead of staying in the heavily guarded government building, they went directly into the rural areas of Nigeria.

The scene before them was shocking: vast tracts of land lay barren, the people were emaciated and pale, and the simple thatched huts swayed precariously in the wind.

The two decided to start with the most basic food cultivation.

They selected an area near a river with relatively fertile soil as a pilot planting base.

With his years of agricultural experience, Yang Geyong personally guided local farmers in tilling the land.

He discovered that the traditional farming methods in Nigeria were very extensive, so he patiently explained to the farmers the benefits of deep plowing and how to improve the soil according to different soil characteristics.

Ye Yuze led his technical team to distribute the high-quality seeds brought from California farms to farmers.

These seeds have been improved and possess characteristics such as high yield, drought resistance, and disease resistance.

"Look everyone," Ye Yuze said, holding up a handful of seeds and introducing them to the farmers gathered around him, "If you plant these wheat seeds according to the methods we teach, the yield will be at least three times higher than your previous seeds."

Upon hearing this, the farmers' eyes revealed a mixture of doubt and anticipation.

Regarding irrigation, the technical team found that water resources in Nigeria are unevenly distributed, and many farmlands are suffering from drought due to lack of irrigation.

So they set out to build a modern drip irrigation system. Workers laid pipes in the fields and installed drippers to deliver water directly to the roots of the crops.

This not only greatly improves the efficiency of water resource utilization, but also avoids the problem of soil salinization caused by excessive irrigation.

At the same time, the promotion of aquaculture techniques is also underway.

In another village, technicians built a modern livestock farm. They introduced high-quality cattle and sheep breeds and taught local herders scientific breeding methods.

“Before, when you fed the cattle and sheep, you just threw some hay and fodder at them,” the technician said, pointing to the automatic feeding equipment in the farm.

"Now we use scientific feed formulas, matching different nutrients according to different growth stages of cattle and sheep, so that they grow faster and stronger, and their meat and milk production will also increase significantly."

However, promoting new technologies is not always smooth sailing.

Some local tribal leaders were suspicious of the Sogdian government's involvement, fearing it would affect their traditional interests and status. They incited villagers to resist the new technology and refuse to cooperate with the pilot program.

Faced with this situation, Yang Geyong and Ye Yuze did not force the issue forward.

They decided to start by communicating with the tribal chiefs. The two of them, carrying gifts, personally visited various tribes.

Inside the tribe's council tent, Yang Geyong sincerely addressed the tribal leaders:
"Our leaders, we are not here to take your things, but to help you live a better life."

"With increased grain production and stronger cattle and sheep, your people can eat their fill, stay warm and clothed, and live a prosperous life. This is good for everyone. We assure you that we will not interfere with your traditional customs and internal affairs."

Ye Yuze added, "We can do a pilot program first, so everyone can see the results for themselves. If they think it's good, then we'll roll it out; if they think it's not good, we'll leave immediately."

After the two men patiently persuaded them, some tribal leaders softened their stance and agreed to conduct a pilot program first.

To further dispel their concerns, Yang Geyong and Ye Yuze also invited the tribal leaders to participate in the management and supervision of the project, so that they could personally feel that their rights were respected.

As time went on, the pilot base gradually showed promise. The planted wheat was lush and green, growing vigorously.

The cattle and sheep on the farm are plump and healthy. Seeing the tangible results, the local people's attitudes have changed. More and more people are actively seeking to learn new technologies and participate in agricultural production.

However, new problems have arisen. Nigeria lacks a well-developed system for processing and selling agricultural products, resulting in the inability to process and sell surplus grains and meats in a timely manner, which easily leads to waste.

Yang Geyong and Ye Yuze realized that to achieve sustainable agricultural development, it was necessary to establish a complete industrial chain from production to processing to sales.

Leveraging their connections and resources, they contacted businesses in Somalia and neighboring countries to invest in and build agricultural processing plants in Nigeria. Flour mills, meat processing plants, and other facilities were subsequently established, enabling the deep processing of agricultural products and increasing their added value.

At the same time, agricultural cooperatives were established to help farmers sell their agricultural products in a unified manner, avoid vicious competition, and protect the interests of farmers.

During this process, Yang San also actively cooperated with his father and father-in-law.

He dispatched troops to maintain order in rural areas, ensure the smooth progress of agricultural production, and coordinated with government departments to introduce relevant policies to support agricultural development.

After several months of hard work, the agricultural landscape of Nigeria has undergone tremendous changes. Vast tracts of barren land have been reclaimed, grain yields have steadily increased, and the people's meals have gradually become more abundant.

The farm's products not only meet domestic demand but have also begun to be exported to neighboring countries, bringing foreign exchange earnings to Nigeria.

As people's lives gradually improved, the voices of resistance diminished. Some who had previously resisted the rule of the Solomon Islands began to change their attitudes and actively participate in the nation's development.

Yang Geyong and Ye Yuze finally breathed a sigh of relief. They knew that their efforts had not been in vain, and the first step in governing Niger had been successfully taken.

However, they are aware that this is just the beginning. Many issues in Nigeria, such as infrastructure development, education accessibility, and healthcare improvement, will require long-term efforts and investment.

But they firmly believe that as long as they take one step at a time, Nepal will surely move towards prosperity and stability, and Somalia's rule over this new territory will be more secure.

After solving their basic needs, Yang Geyong and Ye Yuze turned their attention to education and healthcare in Nepal.

They deeply understand that only by improving the quality of the people and ensuring their health can a solid foundation be laid for the long-term development of Nepal.

Ye Yuze and Yang Geyong stood on the roof of a newly built agricultural cooperative on the outskirts of Mombasa, gazing at the rolling wheat fields in the distance, but their hearts were not at all slack.

The setting sun cast long shadows of the two men, and they knew that the road ahead would be even more difficult and long.

“Having enough food and clothing is only the first step,” Ye Yuze said, stroking the tobacco in his hand with a determined look in his eyes. “If education and healthcare don’t keep up, Niger will never be able to escape its backward fate.”

Yang Geyong nodded, took a deep breath, and said, "I plan to establish free public schools throughout Nigeria, transfer outstanding teachers from Somalia and Marseille, and introduce advanced educational concepts and teaching materials so that all children here can receive a good education."

Ye Yuze added, "In terms of healthcare, we can establish hospitals and clinics in major cities and remote rural areas, allocate key personnel from the medical teams on California farms, train local medical staff, and gradually build a comprehensive healthcare system."

The two then began to develop detailed plans and contact various resources to prepare for education and healthcare reforms in Nigeria.

At the same time, Ye Mei and Yang San are also actively working to break the African Union sanctions.

Using her status as queen, Ye Mei frequently met with political and business leaders from neighboring countries to demonstrate the achievements and sincerity of the Kingdom of So in governing the Kingdom of Ni.

At a diplomatic dinner, she showed representatives from neighboring countries a video of Nigeria's bountiful harvest following agricultural reforms, and earnestly said:
"Everything we do is not an act of aggression, but an effort to improve the lives of the people on this land. Somalia is willing to share its advanced technology and experience with you to achieve common development."

Yang San, with his tough and decisive style, pursued a two-pronged approach in both the military and economic fields.

On the one hand, he strengthened the construction and deployment of the Solomon Islands' army, demonstrating a strong military deterrent and making forces that intended to harm the Solomon Islands wary.

On the other hand, we will actively promote economic integration between Nigeria and Somalia, attract more international capital to invest in Nigeria's emerging industries, and enhance Nigeria's economic vitality and international influence.

To further expand their influence, Ye Mei and Yang San decided to join forces with Ye Rou from Marseille. The sisters discussed the collaboration via video conference, and Ye Mei said with a determined look:
“Sister, if we sisters join forces and win over some like-minded countries, we will definitely gain a voice in the African Union.”

Ye Rou nodded in response: "That's right, we can start with those countries that share common interests with us and are dissatisfied with the existing structure of the African Union."

The three began screening potential allies.

They found that some small African countries have long been suppressed by larger countries, are at a disadvantage in terms of resource allocation and trade, and lack influence over the African Union's decision-making.

Therefore, Ye Mei, Ye Rou, and Yang San each led a delegation to these countries for diplomatic visits.

During their visit, they outlined a blueprint for mutually beneficial cooperation to these countries.

Ye Rou promised that Marseille could provide the Allied countries with advanced technical support and personnel training.

Yang San stated that Solomon Islands' powerful military force will provide security guarantees for the allied countries.

Ye Mei emphasized that everyone can jointly form an economic alliance to strengthen cooperation in areas such as trade and investment, and break down the existing unfair trade barriers of the African Union.

Through tireless efforts, they successfully brought together several countries to form an alliance.

These countries began to support each other and speak out together at the African Union meeting.

At an important African Union meeting on trade policy, the Solomon Islands representative presented data on Nigeria's economic development and improvements in people's livelihoods under Solomon Islands' governance. Representatives from allied countries stood up in support and refuted the unfounded accusations against Solomon Islands.

"Ladies and gentlemen," the representative from Somalia said, his gaze sweeping across the room.

"The Solomon Islands' governance of Nigeria has brought peace and prosperity, and is a positive exploration of African development. We should abandon prejudice and promote the progress of Africa with an open and cooperative attitude."

This statement resonated with many countries, and the African Union's attitude towards Somalia began to soften.

As the alliance continues to grow and its influence increases, Somalia and its allies are gaining more and more say in the African Union.

They began to participate in the formulation and decision-making of important African Union policies, and promoted reforms within the AU to make it more equitable, reasonable, and in line with the interests of the vast majority of African countries.

Meanwhile, the education and healthcare reforms spearheaded by Ye Yuze and Yang Geyong are also progressing steadily.

Schools across Nepal have gradually reopened, and children are sitting in bright classrooms, eagerly learning new knowledge.

The newly built hospitals and clinics have provided high-quality medical services to the public, and many diseases that were once difficult to cure have been effectively treated.

For this purpose, Ye Yuze specially brought over the "Three Treasures" from the military reclamation city.

It's my own father, Old John, and Liu Xiangdong; the three of them are now very famous in the global medical field.

After they arrived, journalists from various countries followed suit, prompting some international medical institutions to invest here as well.

It's important to understand that these are all top industry leaders, and the significance of their investments goes far beyond the investment itself.

In the agricultural sector, in addition to the technology brought by Ye Yuze and Yang Geyong, the Junkencheng Agricultural and Livestock Corporation also sent some people over.

Just kidding, we're all family, isn't it only natural to help each other?

The rise of the Solomon Islands in Africa is unstoppable. Through a series of efforts, it is gradually laying a solid foundation to become a major African power, injecting new vitality into Africa's development and prosperity.

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