Start 1861: I Just Inherited the Dutch Throne

The "European Times" reporter's exclusive interview with William IV continues.

William IV: "Vincent William Van Gogh is indeed a talented young man. He is now a rising star in the Dutch and even European painting circles. Therefore, the Netherlands needs to provide him with a national and world-class stage. Shine brightly”

Reporter: "That's really exciting. His Majesty's so-called promotion of Dutch culture shouldn't stop here, right?"

William IV: "Of course, we will also hold a literary competition and set up awards, and the venue will be in Sydney."

Reporter: "However, in terms of literary authors, there seems to be some gap between the Netherlands and other major countries such as Britain and France. Is this possible?"

William IV: "No, we currently have many immigrant nationals in the country, such as the 34-year-old Mark Twain who immigrated to the Far East of the Netherlands from the United States some time ago, and Strindberg from Sweden, who is only 20 years old. , is currently rising as a rising star of dramatic literature in the Netherlands, just like Van Gogh."

Reporter: "So it seems that the Netherlands has a unique attraction in attracting international talents. May I ask, Your Majesty, how can the Netherlands attract so many top international talents to settle in the Netherlands?"

William IV: "First, the Dutch economic development ranks first in the world. As you know, the Dutch per capita income surpassed that of the UK a few years ago. It is really a disposable income."

Reporter: "This is absolutely correct. The Netherlands has become the best place for people from many countries in Europe, especially Eastern Europe, to work, because the labor wage income in the Netherlands is several times that of the country, and even more than ten times that of the Russian Empire. It is also 5 times that of Sweden in northern Europe, 3 times that of countries such as Spain and Portugal in southern Europe, 2.5 times that of Prussia and Austria-Hungary, 2 times that of France, and 1.5 times that of the United Kingdom. Therefore, the Netherlands has become the biggest feature of attracting talents by virtue of its salary level."

William IV: "Yes, but you may not have noticed a problem"

Reporter: “I wonder what issue Your Majesty is referring to?”

William IV: "In fact, these top talents did not immigrate to the Netherlands, but live in the Far East of the Netherlands, especially on the Australian continent. For example, the inventor with the most patents in the world has become Edison living in Sydney. etc., these people choose to live and start businesses in the Far East and find their own characteristics."

Reporter: "Is the Far East really that good?"

William IV: "The Far East is really that good. At present, the transportation improvement in the Far East continues. For mainland Australia alone, under the strong promotion of senior officials from various provinces, the current cross-provincial railway construction routes have been completed and completed. It has entered the period of use, and the road has been in use a few years ago. The horse-drawn carriages popular in the Far East, which travel almost in left and right directions, have become the biggest highlight of the road. It is more than 60 meters wide, and the road is 30 meters wide in both directions and is evenly trimmed. Qi, equestrian competitions, bicycle races, walking competitions, etc. are held on the roads of the Far East.

This is something that the Netherlands is not currently doing. It is changing every day and it seems that it is a paradise for innovation. It is precisely because it is the most active place for innovative technology in the world that many top talents are unwilling to leave after visiting. You know, when you go to a place that fills you with inspiration, you may be able to create your own proud works. This place will be unforgettable for me, and it may even be called my second hometown."

Reporter: "His Majesty seems to be very interested in the Far East."

William IV: “That’s called having a soft spot”

Reporter: "But His Majesty seems to be a little too persistent."

William IV: "No, I think that was taking advantage of the situation?"

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William IV: "The Netherlands has a small territory and is surrounded by large countries. The situation in Europe has been disputed for hundreds of years. The Netherlands itself is also one of those who harmed other countries and was harmed by other countries. It has become independent from Spain and is weaker than itself. The British surpassed and were defeated by the British in maritime warfare, and their overseas colonies were divided. These made the Netherlands realize that the Dutch mainland was very fragile when facing these powerful neighbors in various periods. Yes, it can almost be said that if the Netherlands relies solely on its homeland to fight against the invasion of other countries, it will eventually become a delicacy for others after the country is destroyed, similar to what it was during the time of Napoleon I."

Reporter: "So His Majesty thinks that the mainland is too small and cannot stop the invasion of various countries? The sense of crisis made His Majesty decide to establish a new life in the Far East to give the Netherlands a second life?"

William IV: "It is good to say it is a second life, but my more accurate way of saying it is that after the Dutch mainland is attacked, the Far East will be a more appropriate base for the Netherlands to fight back against the invaders."

Reporter: “Can the Far East shoulder this important task?”

William IV: "At the moment, it seems to me that I am competent."

Reporter: "What makes His Majesty so confident? Does he think the area there is larger?"

William IV: "However, the mainland area of ​​the Netherlands is less than 50,000 square kilometers, but the current measurement there is that the area exceeds 10 million square kilometers. In terms of depth, the world is currently only in the Tsarist Russian Empire and What's more important under the British Empire is that we are an archipelago of our own, and there are a large number of countries around the British and Tsarist Russian Empires. Therefore, at this point, our geographical location is unique. Of course, the large area is not the only one. reason"

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William IV: "The Netherlands' economic construction in the Far East has also entered the fast lane. At present, the per capita income there has reached a level similar to that of Britain and France."

Reporter: "What about the natives? Could it be that the income of white Dutchmen is 20 times that of the natives, and the natives only reach that level because they are averaged out? Your Majesty should know that this can easily bring the poor to the level of the rich."

William IV: "Your statement is very strange, but it sounds very reasonable. I think this question is very good, but what I want to say is that there is currently a gap between the indigenous people and the Dutch white people, although the local government is trying to help Aboriginal, but this cannot be accomplished overnight, so although it is not as exaggerated as 20 times as you said, it is still more than 3 times."

Reporter: "Three times? That's pretty good."

William IV: "So the task is arduous. In the rapidly developing economy of the Far East, everyone has opportunities and jobs are available everywhere. But if you want to work, there is no saying that you can't find it."

Reporter: "A place where I can find jobs and a low unemployment rate is a place where I would be tempted to immigrate. How long does Your Majesty think it will take for the Far East to reach the same level of development as the mainland?"

William IV: "It should be within 5 years, but no more than 10 years at the latest"