"Currently, the national power of East Africa is insufficient to support deep-sea naval construction, and traditional maritime powers such as the United Kingdom and France, as well as the emerging United States, inherently possess considerable naval advantages. Without unforeseen circumstances, increasing naval construction will only incite a naval race among various countries. Such a tit-for-tat competition won't narrow the naval gap between nations. Hence, every fund for the East African Navy must be spent wisely, rather than invested in an endless naval arms race." East African Defense Minister Felix said to Tirpitz.
When it comes to cooperation between two countries, generally, the stronger the ally, the better, as this strengthens one's own camp. Just like in the past, Germany chose Italy as its ally; even if it doesn't drag its feet, it might still significantly impact the global landscape.
