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In 1993, our army proposed to visit the Russian submarine, but the other side hesitated and repeatedly put forward the condition: unless it does six nos
Submarines, torpedoes and the "six noes": a thrilling scene in the Sino-Russian military trade in 1993
1993 was not a quiet year. The aftermath of the Gulf War has not yet subsided, the haze of the Cold War has not yet dissipated, and the world situation is as complicated as a pot of boiling assorted soup. And in this pot of soup, China and Russia are having a "secret meeting" about submarines, torpedoes and national security. This is not an ordinary arms deal, but a suspenseful and thrilling "spy movie"!
1. Submarine Investigation: A "Cat and Mouse" Game
The beginning of the story begins with the Continental Naval Equipment Department. At that time, the situation in the Taiwan Strait was tense and the mainland's navy was backward in equipment, which could simply be described as "overstretched." As a result, a delegation of more than 70 people went to Russia, aiming at the Kilo-class submarines that were world-class at that time.
Imagine the expedition being like a group of well-equipped detectives infiltrating an enemy camp with the goal of gaining critical intel – the secrets of the Kilo-class submarines. They are not here to tourist, but to "steal" technical secrets!
However, Russia are not vegetarians either. After the collapse of the Soviet Union, Russia's economy was depressed and urgently needed arms trade orders to "continue its life". But Kilo-class submarines, especially the advanced Type 636, which are Russia's "treasures", can they be easily revealed?
Therefore, when the mainland delegation made a request for a visit, the Russia side hesitated. They are like a shrewd gambler, weighing the pros and cons, and finally put forward the harsh conditions of "six nos": no translation, no recording, no questions, no communication, no more than two people, no more than one hour. It's a cat-and-mouse game, with Russia carefully protecting their "treasures" and mainland scouts needing to get as much intelligence as possible under extreme restrictions.
2. Torpedo Surprise: Unexpected "Easter Egg"
Two naval elites, Zhao Dengping, chief engineer of the Naval Equipment Department, and He Pengfei, deputy commander of the Navy, shouldered a heavy responsibility and stepped on this main battle submarine of the Russia Navy. They are like two experienced archaeologists, carefully exploring every corner of the submarine in a limited time.
Zhao Dengping, an equipment construction expert, had a keen eye and quickly discovered a mysterious set of control buttons on the right side of the console. With years of experience and expertise, he concluded that this was the button to launch some new type of weapon!
Even more exciting, in the torpedo compartment he found a never-before-seen torpedo with the inscription "53-65K". This is not an ordinary torpedo, but an anti-ship torpedo equipped with the world's most advanced integrated guidance technology at that time! It's like discovering a hidden "easter egg" in a scavenger hunt, and the surprise is beyond words!
III. The Arms Trade Game: A "Psychological Warfare"
Why is Russia so cautious and even keeps 53-65K torpedoes secret at all costs? This starts with the long history of Sino-Russian military trade.
From the 20s of the 20th century to the Cold War, Sino-Soviet (Russian) relations have gone through a honeymoon period, a period of rupture and a period of re-cooperation. During this period, there was not only the "big brother" friendship of the Soviet Union's selfless assistance, but also the suspicion and precautions arising from the conflict of national interests.
Russia is both eager for cooperation and skeptical about China's rise. The "China threat theory" is deeply ingrained in the minds of some people in Russia, which makes them hesitant to export advanced weapons and equipment to China.
China, on the other hand, needs advanced weapons to enhance its national defense capabilities and break the technological blockade of Western countries. This arms trade negotiation is not just a simple sale, but also a "psychological war" between the two countries.
Fourth, the agreement reached: a win-win situation
In the end, with the wisdom and efforts of the mainland negotiators, the Chinese side successfully won the Type 877 and Type 636 submarines, as well as the coveted Type 53-65K torpedoes, at a lower than expected price!
The success of this negotiation not only demonstrates the outstanding ability of the mainland negotiators, but also marks the beginning of a new stage in Sino-Russian military and trade relations. The two sides have found a win-win situation under their respective interests.
5. Conclusion: Echoes of History
This history is full of thrills, excitement and wisdom. It is not only an arms trade negotiation, but also a microcosm of Sino-Russian relations, reflecting the complex game of national interests, security strategy and international politics.
This article is not a simple retelling of historical events, but strives to interpret the deep reasons and long-term effects behind the events in simple terms through vivid and humorous language, and provoke readers to think about Sino-Russian relations, arms and trade cooperation, and national security. It is hoped that readers will gain knowledge and thinking in a relaxed and pleasant reading experience.
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