"Well... it means exhibition sales. We can gather some local specialties around us and let the state-owned factories bring their own products to the exhibition. This way, there will be more opportunities to earn foreign exchange. What do you think?" Nanqiao said and looked at the two of them, waiting for their answers.

"That's a good idea! We can take advantage of this opportunity to ask foreign investors if they have this intention. I'll have to trouble Nanqiao for this." Minister Zheng listened to Nanqiao's explanation and felt that it was more appropriate. He agreed with it, but he was a little embarrassed about the sudden increase in work.

Nanqiao didn't mind this temporary extra work. After all, it was just a matter of introducing a few more words, and it didn't take much effort, so he said cheerfully, "That's fine, but Brother Zheng, you need to tell me more about the local specialty products. I just came here and don't know much about the situation here..."

"That's no problem," Minister Zheng said, and began to introduce some of the local specialty products to Nanqiao. "Here we are mainly engaged in heavy industry. Apart from the products sold by the steel plant this time, the others are some agricultural products and wine, which are pretty good..."

Minister Zheng and Nanqiao explained a lot, but from Nanqiao's point of view, there was actually nothing that could arouse the interest of foreign businessmen. Wine was okay, but as for grain... it was said that this side was relatively wealthy, but in terms of the current situation in the country, the local grain was not enough to support exports...

"Brother Zheng... I think our hawthorn wine is okay, but this grain..." Nanqiao paused, and then continued, "I think it is not feasible to sell grain to foreign merchants at present. Let's not talk about whether foreign merchants want it or not. For now, our local grain is not enough to sell to foreign merchants. If it is too little, it is not worth transporting. If it is too much... there are still many people in our country who don't have enough food..."

After Nanqiao said this, Minister Zheng hesitated. Although they were relatively wealthy, it was only to ensure that every household could grow crops and have enough food. If they had more, there would be no rain. If they really supplied food, I'm afraid the villagers would have to tighten their belts. But if they just gave up, Minister Zheng was really unwilling to do so. If this matter could be accomplished, it would be a great achievement of his...

After hesitating for a while, Minister Zheng finally said, "But...but we don't have much else to say. In the textile industry, coastal cities are definitely the first to accept new technologies. It's impossible for us to make such a fuss here."

"Minister Zheng, what do you think of things like rattan or bamboo weaving?" Nanqiao thought of the small backpacks used by every household in the village.

"Is this... is this okay? They are just bamboo baskets and dustpans... What can the foreign merchants do with them?" Minister Zheng's face showed an indescribable expression.

"We don't have to make backpacks or dustpans. I've seen some people make kittens and puppies and small boxes to entertain their children. These are all fine. We can also make some upgrades on them, such as cushions, decorations, and combine some Chinese elements to make some innovations," Nanqiao said.

This thing is not a rare thing, nor is it unique to them. However, the current situation in China is more concerned about having enough food and clothing, so naturally they don't think that this can also generate foreign exchange. If they get there first and develop more creative products, they will not worry about not being able to reap the first dividend.

"The foreign merchants who came this time are from countries where they no longer have to worry about food and clothing, so they naturally have higher standards for life than we do. They demand beauty and enjoyment, and are willing to spend money on these things. These are ordinary toys to us, but they are rare foreign things. Moreover, this does not require any capital, it is nothing more than a person's labor. For our existing labor force, this is undoubtedly a very profitable business."

Nanqiao's words simply opened up new ideas for Minister Zheng. The more he thought about it, the more he felt that the idea was feasible.

"Okay, okay, pay attention to this, pay attention to this. If this is done, it can also solve our employment problem. It is really a great thing. I have to think about it carefully. After the foreign businessmen leave, I will hold a meeting to discuss this matter." Minister Zheng said it easily, but in terms of actual operation, it is not easy. Not to mention how many people can make these small things, it is even more difficult to invest in building a factory...

"So when we meet the foreign businessmen this time, why don't we first introduce some small things to them?" Nanqiao asked tentatively.

"Of course, but this thing... do you know which one makes it better? The more exquisite and varied ones?" Minister Zheng asked. This matter was proposed by Nanqiao, so she had seen it before, so she asked directly.

"Our village women's director has it at home," Nanqiao rolled her eyes and blurted out

"Director of Women's Affairs?" Minister Zheng frowned and thought for a moment. He felt that something was familiar. The next moment, a light bulb went off in his head and a figure flashed through his mind. He looked at Nanqiao with a look of understanding.

"Girl, you really won't let outsiders get away with it. Well, since you recommended her, and I have nothing to do now, you can contact her first. If she's really good, she will be indispensable when things are settled later." This was Nanqiao's idea. If she really had this skill, Zheng Anping would naturally be willing to do her a favor.

"Okay, I'll call now," Nanqiao said happily, then turned to the phone beside him and dialed the number in the village.

Compared with the communication between Minister Zheng and Nanqiao, Director Bai was a little confused. After Nanqiao made the phone call, he asked, "Why won't it be given to outsiders? Who is this women's director?"

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