Chapter 597 Additional Requirements
The two parties met again. Through the large windows, the sun shone brightly, seeming to illuminate the future of negotiations.
“Dear Secretary General, today is a good day.”
Camus showed an approachable attitude.
“Comrade Camus, today is indeed a good day. May we spend it together today.”
"I think it will."
The two shook hands and sat across from each other.
Alyosha followed the crowd, sat down and looked at the people opposite.
At a certain moment, Section Chief Yu and Alyosha’s eyes collided. They both smiled sincerely at almost the same time, and then lowered their heads.
The mentality is on guard, that kind of person is not simple.
"Sir, I communicated with Susko last night. Regarding your request, in principle, based on the principle of mutual help and mutual assistance in the common camp, we are willing"
"Thank you. We are also members of the revolutionary class. As one member, we are willing to move forward together with Big Brother.”
Both sides established their positions at the beginning, that is, they are their own people.
Subsequently, Camus made his own demands.
“We need to purchase 100 tons of hybrid seeds this time. Of course, this is only a small amount, and we will increase the purchase quantity in the future.”
"You also know that our leaders are vigorously promoting corn cultivation, and many areas within the alliance need these seeds."
Camus said, and Secretary-General Zhang nodded constantly.
He knew exactly what the stick secretary was doing.
The emergence of hybrid corn also made him realize that there is such a good thing, but why has it not been available in China before?
After some understanding, especially Yang Xiaotao's paper, he understood that this hybrid was a disposable product.
Now it is only in the United States that they have been created based on the heritage of plundering ancient peoples, and the number is not very large.
China has a tense relationship with the United States, so how can they get hybrids?
As for Big Brother, if he doesn’t even have enough, how can he give it to them evenly?
What’s more, the relationship between the two parties is still tense.
Fortunately, there are still talents in China. If they don’t provide them, they will make them themselves.
From this aspect, Yang Xiaotao's hybrid corn came from scratch and filled Guo Jia's shortcomings.
That is, I discovered it a little late.
“One hundred tons is a bit much.”
Secretary-General Zhang said that Dean Deng had already calculated the harvest of the farm after being reported by Gao Yufeng, because it was breeding, not breeding. It is a high-yielding crop, so the harvest of hybrids is around 40 tons.
One hundred tons is obviously not enough.
Camus frowned, realizing that the scale of China's side was small, and he looked down upon it in his heart. He clearly had a sharp weapon in his hand, but didn't know how to use it. It was simply a waste of natural resources.
"Then how many tons can you provide?"
"10 tons!"
"What? 10 tons, too little." Camus immediately objected after hearing this. Not even caring about diplomatic etiquette, his voice became serious and no longer easy-going.
You know, Susko’s order to him was for 100 tons. If he only brought back one-tenth, then
"Ten tons is too little. You have to remember that we have vast land, which is not enough for even one franchise country."
Camus knew that in order to strengthen agricultural production in the country, thousands of tons of rice are imported from the United States every year. Although corn hybrids are subject to human constraints, they are better than starvation.
Now, under the leadership of Secretary Bangzi, hunger has been solved in the country, and even the franchise countries are getting better. All of this is the result of growing corn.
“Ten tons is currently the maximum quantity we can export, and the rest must meet domestic development needs.”
Secretary-General Zhang said unhurriedly, Camus The implication is that they still have extra, but if they want it for their own use, they have to pay more.
Camus couldn't help but laugh. After all, he just wanted supplies.
However, Susko has delegated power to him, so there is no need to worry about this.
A powerful alliance, give them a little charity, it will be enough for them.
"Zhou, we have been talking for so long. There is no need to be cryptic. Tell us your bottom line and be honest."
Camus knew that if this confrontation continued, it would be another day.
One day at a time, even talking about celebrating the New Year will not lead to any results, so it is better to be more direct.
Zhang Ming smiled and took a folder from the staff beside him.
Here is a total of ten pages of supplies list, which are all the needs recorded during the last conversation between Mr.
Doubling the requirements for corn is nothing.
“Our requirements are all here. In addition to the price of purchasing grain seeds, there are also some requests for assistance.”
When I opened the Camus Results folder and took a glance at it, I had the urge to throw it on the table.
But time waits for no one. If he does this, there will be no need to talk about it today.
He reached out and distributed the documents inside to the communication group one by one. Everyone looked at it with bad expressions.
Especially a pound of grain costs 10 rubles.
You know, 1 ruble is equivalent to one gram of gold, which is about the same as the domestic RMB purchasing power.
This pound costs 10 rubles, which is a sky-high price.
In China, 10 yuan is enough to buy 100 kilograms of white noodles.
Camus was rubbing the corn seeds. If this hybrid corn hadn't produced a high yield, and if he hadn't had a back-up plan, he would have rejected it on the spot.
Seeing that Camus was stunned when he saw the price but did not refuse, Secretary-General Zhang and the negotiators on the side felt relieved.
This price is their own decision. It was originally only one yuan per pound, but the supplies have expanded tenfold, and the price has also been increased.
"Many of the supplies at the back are aid projects that I didn't remember completing last time. I hope Big Brother can carry forward the revolutionary friendship of the proletariat."
Secretary-General Zhang said, Camus' face became even more ugly.
The people around me looked at each one, calculating their value.
What can be given, what needs to be asked for instructions, and what must not be given are discussed one by one, and the Chinese side also communicates to explain the necessity.
It’s just one step at a time.
At noon, after dinner, Camus and others returned to the negotiating table again.
Chirvonenko stayed on the phone, reporting to Susko one by one, waiting for instructions.
Every time I get instructions, I will inform Camus immediately.
Then, those who agree will let it go naturally, and those who disagree will continue to argue.
In the evening, the last item on the document finally came to fruition.
Both sides feel like they have been fighting for a while, and the exhaustion is constantly urging their bodies to relax.
Zhang Ming was a little exhausted. If he hadn't relied on ginseng tea to refresh himself, he wouldn't have been able to survive this level of negotiation.
Camus looked at the other party and had to sigh, it is the pride of China to have such a wise old man sitting in charge.
"Sir, I have to say that you are the best I have ever seen."
"Thank you, I just did what I should do."
"You are always so humble."
"Haha, it's all for the rise of the nation, we have to persevere."
"You will be the pride of the nation." Camus finished speaking, surrounding The people beside Secretary-General Zhang nodded and looked at Secretary-General Zhang with admiration in their eyes.
However, as Camus stood up, the surroundings suddenly became quiet.
"The negotiations went very smoothly, and there are no problems with the terms you requested. I, on behalf of the exchange group, have no objection to this, and on behalf of our side, I fully agree with these demands."
Someone around Zhang Ming already showed signs of victory. I was so happy that if it wasn't for the wrong occasion, I would have clapped my hands in celebration.
“But, as the leader of the exchange group, I have my own persistence.”
When the conversation changed, Secretary-General Zhang frowned.
“I have to think about my country.”
"Just like you consider your own nation."
Zhang Ming was silent for a moment, knowing that this was a request made by the other party. At this time when an agreement was about to be reached, the request made by them was that they could not refuse.
"Comrade leader, please speak."
"Okay."
Camus said calmly, "I am not looking down on you, nor am I deliberately provocative."
"I just doubt the source of your seeds."
"You know, with the current technological level, human, material and financial resources of the alliance, it has taken more than ten years to solve this problem."
“But judging from the current level of science and technology in your country, if you want to cultivate It is not easy to produce such excellent hybrid seeds.”
“So we need to see your breeding base to dispel my doubts, or in other words, dispel the alliance’s doubts.”
After Camus finished speaking, everyone around Secretary-General Zhang looked at him angrily.
Zhang Ming was also mentally angry, but years of self-restraint made him look calm.
“Comrade Camus, the wisdom of the Chinese nation has a long history.”
“Five thousand years of historical civilization and splendid glory are all written and portrayed by the people. The wisdom of the people It's unlimited."
"In this matter, I guarantee it with the honor of the country."
After Zhang Ming finished speaking, Camus still shook his head, "You have an old saying in China, seeing is what you see. Real.”
"I need to see it to strengthen my heart."
Zhang Ming frowned and stared at Camus's eyes for a long time.
“I need to ask for instructions.”
After saying that, Secretary-General Zhang walked to the side room and picked up the phone.
After hearing the request, the old man on the other end of the phone thought for a moment and then agreed to the exchange group's request.
However, Zhang Ming was told to be prepared and not make any mistakes.
Back at the scene, Zhang Ming looked
"Okay."
"We will arrange someone tomorrow."
Hearing what he wanted Camus immediately laughed at the answer, "That's great. The three agricultural experts accompanying us this time have more than ten years of agricultural experience. They can communicate with your staff and improve each other."
"That's the best."
Zhang Ming stood up, and the two reached out and held each other's hands.
As the exchange group left, Secretary-General Zhang held another meeting.
The director led the two people into the office again.
Then he sat down and Secretary-General Zhang looked at the director, "I have communicated with the chief and we all think this is the other party's strategy."
"This negotiation went well. The other party must have conditions."
"In other words, if this condition is not agreed, all previous efforts will be in vain."
The three nodded, and the other party finally Putting forward conditions at all times is a kind of reliance in itself.
"Chief, the other side is so emboldened. We will have no choice but to deal with them." The director spoke, feeling angry in his heart. They were issuing a challenge.
Take things away right under your noses.
A naked slap in the face.
"Yes. But we have to accept this move, and we can't lose."
Zhang Ming said firmly, "Once we lose, given the other party's personality, it is inevitable to tear up the terms. They have this record."
"When the time comes, the losses will be huge and we will not be able to bear them."
"Don't worry, chief, we will make sure nothing goes wrong this time. seeds.”
The three of them responded, Zhang Ming nodded, and finally looked at Section Chief Yu, "You will make arrangements for the farm tomorrow."
Zhang Ming personally designated Chief Yu next to him, which made Chief Yu a little flattered.
"Chief, the other party asked to go to the farm at this time, and their purpose is to 'steal' the seeds. I'm afraid."
"It's useless to be afraid, this matter must be foolproof. "
Zhang Ming affirmed, and Section Chief Yu stood up immediately, "I guarantee it will be perfect."
Then he looked at the director and said, "This time they are going to have three experts. Professional matters must be dealt with by professionals, so as not to let us lose face."
"We must pay more attention to the information they are snooping on. This Point, especially important.”
The director knew what Zhang Ming was worried about.
Just like the previous construction assistance, a change in value can often cause a series of chain reactions.
As for this value, the other party can give it, or it can give it a wrong value.
This requires expert judgment.
Undoubtedly, the three agricultural experts who came with the team this time have this ability.
It is impossible for ordinary people to deceive them, and secret information may be stolen, so they have to guard against it.
"I'll go find Dean Deng and ask him to receive it personally."
"Okay."
Zhang Ming was silent for a moment, feeling that the comrades from the Academy of Agricultural Sciences should be able to handle it.
“Then thank you for the hard work, comrades.”
The three of them stopped disturbing Secretary-General Zhang’s rest and left quickly.
"Xiao Yu, you go to the farm overnight to make arrangements."
"Xiao Luo, you personally monitor this place."
"I'm looking for someone."
"Yes, yes!"
The two of them took the order. Just as they were leaving, Section Chief Yu suddenly stopped and said, "Director, I think There is someone you can look for.”
(End of this chapter)