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Chapter 689 The Beginning of Overseas Development

Historically, the Xiyi colony also grew from scratch, from small to large.

At the beginning, most of the people who arrived at the colony were merchant ships or adventurers. Seeing that the natives were ignorant and easy to deceive and fight, they built forts here.

Then, if it continues to expand and reaches a certain scale, the government may give it a title and bring it under its jurisdiction.

Take Luzon as an example. When the Spaniards first came, they were only two to three hundred people, but they were able to defeat the local chieftains and become the local lords.

Therefore, it does not necessarily require a lot of strength to occupy land and respect overseas.At least, the flintlock is already the world's leading weaponry, and a few hundred people are enough to crush the natives.

Strength is only a condition for pioneering overseas. What is more important is to have an adventurous and pioneering heart.

If you are envious of fish in Linyuan, it is better to retreat and seek the net.Just watching Li Dan jump from a merchant to a governor like a feudal official.I don't want to think about the efforts of others over the years, the long-term plans that have been planned, but nothing has been achieved.

Of course, what is more important is the attitude shown by the court.The power of the navy was used to defeat the Spaniards and create conditions for Li Dan to sit in Luzon.

Moreover, the conquest of Luzon is under the banner of revenge for the Chinese.In other words, the imperial court encourages and supports the people who are pioneering overseas, and does not hesitate to use a huge army to protect their interests.

With a multi-pronged approach, the emperor wanted to stabilize the hearts of the people who went overseas to forge ahead.Although they are far overseas, they have the support of their home country behind them, and they will be a strong home country.

Occupation and contention are inevitable in overseas places.The sea merchants or adventurers in Xiyi all have government investment behind them, or the government's direct actions.

Do you think that by recruiting hundreds of voters, you can occupy land and become king?Without the support of a powerful mother country behind it, it was just a temporary illusion.

A wise pioneer would not become a king on his own just because he occupied a piece of land, but would do everything possible to seek the approval and support of the imperial court.

If it is recognized by the Ming Empire, even if no troops are sent to assist in defense, the coveters will be scruples and dare not let it go.

Therefore, the emperor did not have such worries.In other words, he doesn't care too much even if he becomes a king himself.Anyway, it is not the land of the Ming Empire, so there is no loss to the Ming Empire.

After the news of the conquest of Luzon gradually spread, the policies and purposes of the imperial court gradually surfaced.For those who are capable, they naturally move their minds.Among them, the rich accounted for the majority.

That's right, as long as you have money, you can recruit people, you can hire retired officers and soldiers, and you can buy weapons and equipment.

However, the difficulty of going it alone is self-evident.Information is the most important thing, followed by seagoing ships and experienced sailors, and finally the approval of the imperial court.

Overseas, where the aborigines are easy to fight, the land is fertile, or there are lucrative productions.Isn't that just throwing money away for nothing?
At this time, we can see the emperor's foresight.It is true that Li Dan is the chairman of the Maritime Chamber of Commerce, but at the same time there is a company in Borneo.After taking office as the governor, it has been handed over to Yan Siqi to manage.

And this company, which has been renamed "Huaxia Longteng", has moved its headquarters to Shanghai, and it is said that the emperor's shares are also included.

At the same time as the news of the victory in the conquest of Luzon came, it was the company's announcement, signed by Li Dan and Yan Siqi.

Do you want to expand overseas, or leave a legacy for future generations? Join our company and you will be able to realize your dream.There is nothing impossible in our company, only unexpected, let us suffocate for our dreams together!
Well, that's probably what it means.With Li Dan as an example, there should be no doubt about the credibility of the announcement.

Moreover, Li Dan and Yan Siqi would not have dared to write some of the content in the announcement if the court did not allow it.

For example, if the company wants to establish an armed force and recruit retired officers and soldiers, this alone is enough to be charged with conspiracy.

People with a discerning eye can see that this is the emperor's intention, but Li Dan and Yan Siqi are pushed to the front stage, and he is directing behind the scenes.

If you guessed it, you guessed it. The reason why the emperor didn't come to the stage was because he felt that the name of "Huaxia Longteng" company was more useful, and it was more convenient than the imperial court directly coming forward.

Just like the British East India Company, the Dutch also have an East India Company. Although it has a government background, it is not directly managed by the government.

"Lu Song—" the emperor stared at the sand table in the Qianqing Palace, finally completely relieved.

Maritime navigation is risky and unpredictable. This is what he is worried about, but not the strength and combat power of the navy.

Moreover, when it comes to overseas expansion and development, Luzon is the first time in the true sense.As for Mekong Province, it is relatively close, and there is no fighting. It is occupied by immigrant garrisons.

Luzon was different. Not only did they have to engage in sea and land battles with the Spaniards, but they also had to display the might of the Ming Empire and the warning and arrogance of "even though they are far away, they must be punished".

"Long live the plan, Xiyi is vulnerable." Zhu Yujian returned to Beijing to report on his duties, just in time for this matter, but he didn't know why the emperor invited him to watch the sand table.

The emperor smiled and corrected, "It's Spain, a small country in Europe."

As he said that, he pointed on the sand table with a pointer, and explained: "This is the stronghold of the Dutch, and this is the stronghold of the Portuguese. Both are small European countries, thousands of miles away, but they can sail from a long distance and occupy the land to rule the roost."

Zhu Yujian nodded. Although he also read geography, such an intuitive sand table was even more impressive and eye-opening.

"This is Luzon, and our Ming Empire has just been captured from the Spaniards." The emperor continued: "This is Mekong Province, which is very close to my Ming Dynasty; this is Borneo, which has been operated by Li Dan for many years and has reached a certain scale. "

Zhu Yujian thought for a while and said, "Long Live, why did you choose Li Dan as the governor of Luzon instead of selecting officials from the court or the Ministry of Officials?"

The emperor pursed his lips and said, "It's an overseas territory, and the situation is special. I want Li Dan to have more space to play, and not be tied up by the rules of Ming Dynasty. I didn't choose officials because of this consideration."

Zhu Yujian was still a little puzzled, and continued to ask: "In the future, will it always be an overseas territory and not included in the territory of Ming Dynasty?"

"It depends on the situation in the future." The emperor smiled and said, "I still have a secret agreement with Li Dan, which is to guarantee that he and his successor will have the official position of Governor of Luzon within 50 years."

Zhu Yujian was taken aback, looked at the emperor in surprise and said: "50 years, almost hereditary?"

The emperor pondered and said: "No, how could he be willing to work hard? If his successor is capable and courageous, what's the problem with being hereditary? Besides, I also have constraints. If Li Dan can't do it, even his governor They can't even sit still!"

"So that's the case, long live wise." Zhu Yujian heaved a sigh of relief.

The emperor looked at Zhu Yujian and said with a smile, "I want you to preside over the 'Huaxia Longteng' company, to promote private funds and manpower, and to forge ahead overseas."

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