Chapter 1143 Can’t let the Chinese people be so arrogant (two-in-one)
In the end, we still failed to discuss the investment plan in the United Arab Emirates.
But fortunately, we didn’t let it go -
In the international environment of 2004, it is really surprising that such a market that is friendly to China and has a relatively benign environment can proactively extend an invitation. Very valuable opportunity.
Basically equivalent to a novice village, it allows Chinese companies that are willing to “go global” to avoid having to face hellish difficulties right from the start.
Therefore, Chang Haonan and Li Zhongyi finally reached the conclusion that they would not make any large-scale publicity about the matter for the time being, and first, in the name of the four equipment industry departments, require related enterprises and research institutions to analyze the achievements made in recent years and the short-term We will summarize the results that may lead to breakthroughs within a certain period of time to see if we can screen out projects with potential for investment in the Middle East.
At the same time, Li Zhongyi will use his past connections in the petroleum system to strive for overseas investment in incremental oil and gas projects.
In this two-pronged approach, the priority is to show sincerity and stabilize the mentality of the UAE. When the time is ripe in the future, domestic companies will be encouraged to go overseas on a large scale.
However, Li Zhongyi was still a little unwilling to accept this.
Before Chang Haonan was about to leave, he asked again:
"Consultant Chang, is it really impossible to realize foreign investment or cooperation in the aviation industry through this early warning aircraft project as we did several times before?"
Chang Haonan sighed lightly:
"If it is feasible If so, I would also like to use this familiar method.”
“But if I remember correctly, the UAE has a population of less than 4.5 million, and except for two urban areas where land is at a premium. It’s a desert... Under such conditions, it is impossible for people to develop industries other than petrochemicals, let alone aviation manufacturing, which has high requirements for land and worker quality..."
In fact, Li Zhongyi I know it very well in my heart, but there are some things that you have to tell others before you give up.
For a leader of a department at the Industrial and Construction Commission level, it is almost impossible to find another example where Ding Gaoheng has been in charge of the same system for more than 20 years.
Therefore, he still hopes to produce at least a phased result during his tenure.
Otherwise, it would be all about making wedding dresses for others, which would still be a bit uncomfortable.
"Okay..."
Li Zhongyi showed a slightly regretful expression, but still got up to see the guests off in person...
...
Compared with the cheerful posture here in China, the atmosphere in a white house on the other side of the world is a little bit wrong.
In the splendid Oval Office, Mr. Bush was holding his forehead with one hand, leaning on the office chair with his head half-slouched, as if his body had been hollowed out.
Logically speaking, as a politician, 58 years old should be in his prime.
But the current situation is not optimistic for him or the entire Xiang Party.
First, the war situation, which seemed to be a good one a few months ago, suddenly took a turn for the worse after entering 2004.
Because Paul Bremer, who was directly appointed by the White House, was completely inactive, which led to uprisings across the two river basins, completely dispelling all previous illusions about allowing the US military to go home for Christmas in 2003.
The first Battle of Fallujah two months ago was even more chaotic and almost shattered the confidence of the Marine Corps, but still only 800 of the 400 militants were annihilated.
Not only has it failed to improve security in Anbar Province, it has instead led to increasing chaos in the region.
As the public becomes increasingly desensitized to the attack three years ago, opposition to the use of foreign troops is growing.
Naturally, the media controlled by the Donkey Party cannot let go of this opportunity.
They edited together the footage of the president's speech announcing victory in the war a year ago on the USS Lincoln aircraft carrier and the footage of the tragic battle in Fallujah, and played them on various media, highlighting a slap in the face.
Secondly, the differences of opinion within the Elephant Party are almost brought to light. Powell and Cheney are almost out of control. Although the identity of security adviser Condoleezza Rice is useful, The ability is really lacking, and the entire leadership team is in a state where there are no generals in Sichuan, and Liao Hua is the pioneer...
The only good news is probably that the economic situation is slowly recovering from the shadow of the Internet bubble and the Asian financial crisis. Come out and enter a relatively prosperous stage.
But this is only compared with previous years.
If we compare it horizontally with other major economies, the growth rate of 3%-4% for six consecutive quarters is not satisfactory.
Although statistical magic has been used to push the paper employment rate to a new high since the Cold War, this kind of thing can deceive outsiders, but it is obviously of little use to the people who really hold the votes.
Especially against the backdrop of the European Union and China next door, Mr. Bush looks like a wimp who only knows how to be militaristic...
In short, the current election situation is not optimistic.
Almost all forecasting agencies believe that the Donkey Party will regain the White House.
This was really unbearable for him who came from a powerful family and whose career had always been smooth before...
While Xiao Shushu was emo alone, a phone on the table suddenly rang. .
It wasn't until a few seconds later that he reluctantly moved his body and picked up the receiver.
It's like a computer that has been pressed on the power button but is unresponsive.
"Your Excellency, I have an important document here."
Undersecretary of State John Robert's voice rang on the other end of the line.
"Come in."
In any case, he still had the basic consciousness of being a political figure, so he took a deep breath and quickly readjusted himself.
The fatigue caused by a long-term lack of rest is difficult to completely conceal...
Soon, Bolton strode into the Oval Office and placed a document in front of a small bush. On the desk:
"Your Excellency, Abu Dhabi and Tel Aviv have signed a memorandum of understanding. We don't have to worry about the problems between them for the time being..."
"Okay...I understand."
The latter said as he opened the file and quickly glanced at the content:
"Finally, a big trouble has been solved... I'm glad."
Although he said so, But his expression was not relaxed at all.
I even frowned slightly when I saw the details on the second page -
That was the part about the Kingdom of David's commitment to the UAE.
Benefiting from many years of experience in "serving" Bush and his son, Bolton guessed his leader's thoughts almost instantly.
The United States now has a trend of "cannot win and cannot withdraw" in the Middle East. Due to domestic public sentiment, its future strategy will definitely rely more on the role of the GCC.
At this juncture, it is obviously not a good thing for allies to engage in internal fighting.
So, he quickly added:
“After the meeting, I have clearly warned Silvan Shalom of the Kingdom of David to keep a low profile at least until the end of this year’s election, otherwise if When the Donkey Party comes to power, many things may get out of control..."
The expression on the opposite side of the bush changed slightly, but the worry in his eyes did not fade away.
Actually, what he is worried about is not what is in front of him.
But the situation is more long-term, ten or twenty years from now.
Since the 1960s, the Davidic State has been Washington's main lever to control the situation in the Middle East, and it is also one of the most important strategic assets in the region.
But with the end of the Cold War and the euro beginning to threaten the international status of the US dollar, the priority of the GCC countries in the diplomatic sequence has been rapidly increasing in recent years.
Under such circumstances, the Davidic Kingdom, which is eager to cause trouble, is transforming from the most important strategic asset to the most troublesome strategic burden.
From a rational point of view, it should be cut off as it should be.
However, the huge investment in the Kingdom of David in the past has formed an extremely strong interest relationship in North America.
The food and clothing of millions of water workers cannot be changed by anyone's personal will. It even gave the former the ability and ambition to turn against customers.
If this continues, the United States may be dragged into the quagmire by the other party...
Looking at the gloomy and silent leader, Bolton is waiting. After a few minutes, he finally became impatient and called softly:
"Your Excellency, President?"
Awaken the little bush from brainstorming.
The latter knew that at this critical moment of the general election, the issue of the Patriotic State was a high-risk slide that could not be touched, so he quickly changed the topic:
“Oh... I’m not thinking about big things. The matter of defending the country."
"Then..."
Bolton also wanted to share the worries.
But for the little bush, he had to make up a reason.
As usual, at times like this, one country needs to take the blame:
“I am worried about China.”
“This time’s trouble, In the final analysis, it was caused by someone stepping in from the middle... Including during the Allied Forces Operation in 1999, they were also the ones who took action when we were about to defeat the euro and insisted on keeping the exchange rate of the euro at 1 Above, otherwise there would be so much trouble..."
Small Bush just said it casually, but as soon as he opened his mouth, it was like a landslide, unable to stop the car at all:
"Further back, when Boeing and McDonnell Douglas merged, they colluded with Europe and almost ruined the entire merger..."
"Throughout the 1990s, if the Chinese didn't disrupt blood transfusions, It is impossible for the Russians to recover so quickly..."
"And..."
In short, after taking stock of the "glorious deeds", they were directly punished to the level of heinous crimes. Went into the pile.
Of course, the little bush is not smart enough, but he still has basic common sense.
After China entered the international trade system, he was definitely one of the biggest beneficiaries.
Especially in the past few years since taking office, without the large number of cheap industrial products exported by China, it would be difficult to guarantee an economic growth rate of 3-4%.
So, after a good spray on his mouth, the refreshed little bush was not really ready to do anything.
Just put away the documents and prepare to go back and rest.
But after Bolton heard this, his eyes lit up.
As a pure-bred hawk who once said, "The relationship between the United States and the world is that of hammer and nails, and we will hit whoever we like to hit," he has been unhappy with China for a long time.
It’s just that for a long time, leaders have not taken the initiative, and subordinates have not been able to really do anything.
However, today, he got a chance.
I saw Bolton patting the armrest of the seat:
“You are right, we cannot let the Chinese people be so arrogant!”
It almost startled the little bush.
However, looking at his prepared look, the latter thought for a while and sat back on the chair:
"Tell me what you think?"
“We should strike hard in all fields to punish Chinese companies, organizations and individuals who oppose us!”
“…”
Bolton's words were so shocking that he almost choked to death on his first sentence.
Little Bush quickly waved his hand:
“Our economy has been deeply tied to China, which will cause us to be affected too...”
Bolton almost He continued without hesitation:
"Then target their weak but deadly areas, as a warning..."
Obviously, his initial proposal was not serious.
It is just a common practice to lift the roof first to make it easier to open the windows at the back.
As for this top-level conspiracy, even if you know about it, there is nothing you can do about it.
Sure enough, Little Bush also became interested:
"So... you already have a plan."
This is not a question.
Bolton nodded:
“Last year, we won a lawsuit at the WTO, so that Chinese soybean growers will no longer be able to use the varieties they planted before this year. Whether it is submitting an appeal or re-breeding will take time... It is expected that China's soybean production will be at a relatively low level until 2007."
"For this reason, they have spent the past six months. During the period, we have been in frequent contact with ADM, Bunge and Cargill, hoping to purchase at least 14-15 million tons of soybeans in the next few years. As it happens, according to our weather department’s forecast, the four states of Illinois, Iowa, Missouri and Indiana will be affected in the next two years. We will face relatively dry weather throughout the year..."
The Bush family is a farmer from the central part of the country and is extremely sensitive to these things:
"Are you saying that you can make a fuss about the dry weather and raise the futures market price by hyping up the risk of soybean production reduction, inducing Chinese people to buy at a high level, and then release a large amount of goods during next year's production season?"
"That's right."
Bolton was so excited that he raised his hand and snapped his fingers:
"Conservative estimation, if this round of operations can be successful, then by next year or the year after, they will be 85 domestic -90% of the bean industry companies will go bankrupt, and then we will be able to control the entire industry at extremely low prices..."
Obviously, compared to the previous crazy idea, this plan is more feasible Sex is very strong.
Moreover, when China joined the WTO, it made huge concessions in non-staple agricultural products.
In other words, the soybean market is almost completely free in China.
This also gives them enough room to operate.
However, the little bush is still a little hesitant:
“But they still have reserves after all, and Louis Dreyfus is a French company after all...”
Since Bolton can propose this ruthless and precise plan, he has naturally studied these details in depth:
“I have calculated based on their production and purchases over the years that the existing reserves cannot support the whole year. National consumption, and more importantly, the amount of cultivated land that the Chinese people have is there, most of which is used to maintain self-sufficiency in staple food. It is impossible to have enough area to grow cash crops, unless they can create cultivated land out of thin air. Come, otherwise reserves alone cannot support market confidence..."
"As for Louis Dreyfus..."
He hesitated for a moment, but soon became firm again:< br>
“On the one hand, the French are not philanthropic. Once they realize that the soybean market is profitable, they will definitely stand in the same camp as us... On the other hand, Louis Dreyfus does have sufficient advantages in the wheat market. We have the right to speak, but soybeans... must be completely decided by us.”
With the agricultural output in the United States, Bolton can indeed have this confidence.
For a while, Xiao Bushu's expression was uncertain.
Rationally speaking, it seems that we should not create extraneous problems at this critical moment in an election year.
But the cycle of agriculture is calculated in terms of years, or at least quarters.
If you don’t take action now, it will probably be too late.
Therefore, after thinking again and again, he finally narrowed his eyes:
"Contact the Minister of Commerce and ask him to come to my place tomorrow..."
(End of Chapter)