Chapter 1330: Chapter 963: Northern Europe Offensive_3 Chapter 1330: Chapter 963: Northern Europe Offensive_3 After much deliberation, it was finally decided to target the Nordic Trio for the next offensive.

For one, the Three Nordic Countries have a large land area and possess abundant mineral resources and other supplies. Even without Italy and Spain, the Nordic region still provides Germany with a large quantity of iron mines and other mineral resources every year.

With these iron mines, Germany would naturally be able to hold out for a longer time, which is disadvantageous for the war as a whole.

Secondly, the Nordic Trio consists of three kingdoms, and if they actively liberate these three countries, it also means that the United Kingdom and Australasia could engage in interest exchanges with the royal families of these three countries.

Monarchical countries still share common interests, whether it is securing their future position, seeking higher status, or simply seeking more resources through the Nordic countries, all of these goals could be achieved through this opportunity.

Another reason is that the Nordic region is close to Russia Nation, making it essential for the British and French to act first.

If Russian power gradually revives and they actively send troops to liberate the Nordics, wouldn’t the future of the Nordic Trio be dictated by the Russians?

The expansion of Russian power is undesirable for the trio, and that also resulted in their unified decision to target the Nordic region for an attack.

For Australasia, sending troops to liberate the Nordic Trio at this time clearly has more benefits than drawbacks.

There is no need to say much about Finland, Dmitry, after announcing the establishment of a government in exile, stayed in London for only a short while before choosing to come to Australasia.

On one hand, this move was to seek support from Australasia to resist the German invasion, and on the other hand, to actively show his allegiance.

Dmitry is a smart man, and he naturally understands the current development and direction of the situation in Europe.

In the long run, after this great war, there will only be three strong countries in the world, namely the United Kingdom, Australasia, and Russia Nation.

These three countries will inevitably launch an assault on the position of world supremacy and continuously woo various countries around the World to strengthen their influence.

The choice of allies becomes crucial at this time. For a country, the right allies not only provide more support but also enhance its influence, making the country stronger.

However, if they choose the wrong side and become implicated, it could potentially lead a country to irreparable ruin. After all, taking sides means supporting one of the superpowers, naturally offending the other two.

Clearly choosing to support Australasia, this was also a decision Dmitry made without much contemplation.

Firstly, Dmitry’s relationship with Arthur has always been quite close. As the only brother of Queen Mary, Arthur cares deeply about Dmitry.

Even Dmitry’s rapid acquisition of a voice in the Finnish government would not have been possible without Arthur’s help.

Secondly, Finland is too close to Russia Country, making it essential to find a country capable of standing up against Russia to rely on.

In this respect, the United Kingdom and Australasia are not much different, as their monarch systems are natural adversaries of Russia Country.

But the problem is that the British are not keen on war; they prefer regional balance policies to maintain their status.

Especially the appeasement actions by the British and French government before World War II, made Dmitry realize that relying on British support is not a good way out.

Australasia is different. Although it has only been a nation for over 30 years, it has experienced both World War I and World War II, and also actively initiated several small-scale wars.

Such a country, unafraid of war and threats, is more suitable as an ally who will stand up to protect itself when necessary.

Moreover, Finland and Australasia had already established quite close cooperation previously. At this time, changing allegiances for Dmitry and Finland would not only mean abandoning all previous efforts but would also be challenging the limits of Arthur and Australasia.