Lin Sanqi really didn't expect that Jing Qisheng, such a senior leader, would speak in such a sarcastic tone.
Although this conversation took place within a small circle, at least Leader Jing believed it was within a small circle, but in a few years, it is unknown whether today's conversation will be exposed or whether someone will report it.
Some people are nice people in front of you but evil people behind your back, and they are good at settling scores later.
Seeing the silence, Leader Jing didn't seem to be affected at all. He continued to look at Lin Sanqi with a smile:
"Comrade Sanqi, I'm here for those 200 X-ray machines. We've already found a buyer. If we sell them all, we'll make at least $10 million. This foreign exchange is too important for our country to lose."
In 1960, China's foreign exchange reserves were only 45 million US dollars. This amount of money would make a private individual a millionaire, but from the perspective of a major country, it could only fill the gaps in one's teeth.
But even so, a transaction volume of 10 million US dollars is equivalent to a quarter of the country's foreign exchange. Everyone from top to bottom attaches great importance to it, or even super-important importance to it.
Lin Sanqi was a little surprised. "Wow, doesn't that mean each X-ray machine costs $50,000? So expensive? Are there so many people taking advantage of it?"
The exchange rate at that time was 1:1.5, and 50,000 US dollars was equivalent to 75,000 RMB. Of course, if you go on the black market, you can at least exchange it for 500,000 RMB.
Leader Jing found a place to sit down and motioned for everyone to sit down before explaining:
"$50,000 is not expensive at all. X-ray machines are essential examination equipment for modern hospitals and are urgently needed by all countries. There are so many countries in Asia, Africa, and Latin America, and 200 machines are not enough. We will only sell to countries with which we have good relations."
After hearing this, Lin Sanqi felt a surge of fear, thinking that if he couldn't get 200 X-ray machines, wouldn't that damage the reputation of his motherland?
But he also had another question:
"Boss, I don't understand. Since every country needs X-ray machines, why don't they just import them directly from Europe and the United States? Without the middlemen taking the profit, they can get them cheaper, right?"
Leader Jing thought to himself that this Lin Sanqi was a middleman who only made a profit from the price difference. It seemed that he was indeed a lowly and shallow businessman who could be used without any hesitation.
Of course, as the leader, his expression did not show any fluctuation at all, and he still explained with a smile:
"This X-ray machine can not only be used in medicine, but many of the technologies in it can also be used in the defense industry. For example, the optoelectronic technology can be widely used in night vision technology, laser weapons, radar, long-distance communication equipment, etc.
For example, the combination of optoelectronic technology and fire control radar can improve the accuracy and efficiency of the fire control system; it can also be used for high-resolution imaging and is widely used in military reconnaissance and target identification, etc.
So, why would Western countries be willing to sell such advanced X-ray machines to third world countries, or even hostile countries like us? Well, now you have come to our rescue, and we deserve to make a small fortune.
The strict export controls on advanced equipment and weapons formulated by Western countries are not aimed only at China, but at all hostile countries, including Warsaw Pact countries and most third world countries.
Lin Sanqi thought that this superior was even more evil than him, a profiteer.
I just got some medicinal herbs and jade, but they wanted to make 10 million US dollars. It seems that the saying "channels are king" will never go out of date.
As a supplier, I am working for the channel dealers.
Dean Shen was a little anxious when he heard this, fearing that Lin Sanqi would not be able to fulfill his boast. Now that the next buyer has been found, if you still say that you can't get 200 X-ray machines, the consequences will be something that a small doctor cannot bear.
"Xiao Qi, the boss is asking you a question. Have you managed to get those 200 X-ray machines? If you really have any difficulties, please let us know now and we can think of a solution..."
"I've got it done."
"It's okay if you can't make a fuss. After all...wait, you did manage it?"
Dean Shen was surprised, while Leader Jing and the staff around him were delighted.
"Comrade Sanqi, when will those X-ray machines arrive in China?"
Lin Sanqi blinked and replied honestly, "It's already stored in the Tanggu Port warehouse."
Leader Jing was dissatisfied when he heard this:
"Comrade, why didn't you report this important matter earlier? You had to wait for me to come over before you told me. Hurry, hurry, don't collect the grain anymore. We're leaving for Tanggu Port now."
Lin Sanqi felt a little aggrieved. He had worked so hard for this batch of X-ray machines that his kidneys were exhausted, but why didn't he hear a word of praise?
"No, boss, it's almost noon. You should have lunch before leaving. Besides, I'm still boiling some Chinese medicine. I..."
"Eat, eat, eat. There's no time to eat. Go, go, go. The car is parked at the door. Go now!"
The big boss can't wait, how can a little doctor like you be so clueless? Several staff members looked at Lin Sanqi as if he were an idiot.
Lin Sanqi curled his lips and thought to himself, you guys want to flatter me to get to the top, but I don’t need it, so why should I care about your faces?
But the arm was no match for the thigh. When Pan Ye came out with the medicine bowl, all he saw was a cloud of yellow sand thrown up by cars passing by on the main road...
Leader Jing got into his own car, followed by Lin Sanqi's jeep, and headed towards Tanggu.
In the car, Leader Jing closed his eyes, and the secretary next to him was a little dissatisfied:
"Leader, the port seems to have become a sieve. We have repeatedly emphasized that any material transportation to the Lin Sanqi Group should not be blocked. You should pretend not to see it, but you must keep records and report to your superiors in a timely manner.
We need to keep track of how much material the Lin Sanqi Group has transported. Apparently, Tanggu Port ignored their superiors' instructions. Lin Sanqi shipped in 200 X-ray machines, and we were completely unaware of such a major event!"
Leader Jing nodded slightly, he listened to what the secretary said.
No country will allow anything beyond its surveillance to happen, nor will it allow such a powerful organization to exist, because this may pose a threat to national security.
Today, they can bring in food and X-ray machines at any time. Will they bring in something unspeakable that will explode into beautiful fireworks tomorrow? Will they let in all the US troops the day after tomorrow?
This kind of thing becomes more and more terrifying the more you think about it, and no country will allow it to happen.
"It seems Lin Sanqi and the group behind them are more capable than we thought. 200 state-of-the-art X-ray machines arrived in just one month. This efficiency and responsiveness are truly beyond our imagination. Tanggu Port has failed!"
"So, should we restructure the port's leadership? Replace them all with our own people?"
"Let's not change it for now. Firstly, the port is being expanded and there are so many things going on. We need to maintain stability and build the port first.
Furthermore, with so many ports nationwide, Lin Sanqi chose Tanggu Port, demonstrating that winning over people is not easy. If we remove the entire Tanggu Port team now, it will alert the Lin Sanqi Group.
What if they feel unsafe and stop smuggling? Right now, we are the ones begging the Lin Sanqi Group, so we must be patient for now. Everything is for the greater good and for the benefit of the country."
Lin Sanqi: I just wanted to find a port nearby, what are you guys imagining???
The secretary nodded: "I understand, but I'm still worried."
Leader Jing waved his hand:
"There's nothing to worry about. The Lin Sanqi Group is currently friendly to our country and is a friend we can make. Even if they become unfriendly, as long as they're on our soil, we have plenty of ways to deal with any person or organization."
If Lin Sanqi heard this, he would definitely say:
I knew you wouldn't trust me absolutely. I knew you would wait until I was no longer useful to you and then settle the score with me. Unfortunately, you know nothing about the "Hang B" thing.
Tanggu Port Warehouse.
Lin Sanqi took out the key and opened the lock. Two staff members quickly stepped forward and opened the heavy iron door on the left and right.
Then I saw industrial wooden boxes densely packed in the warehouse.
Leader Jing excitedly said to his staff, "Get the crowbar and go check it out quickly."
The box opened, revealing a number of machines inside. Leader Jing quickly stepped forward and saw the "Shanghai Brand" trademark at first sight.
"Comrade Sanqi, is this the so-called trademark you designed?"
Lin Sanqi quickly stepped forward and explained:
"Boss, how is it? Are you satisfied? This red star represents our country, and the word 'Shanghai' represents our country's most famous city. Also, I designed it in the name of the Shanghai Precision Medical Machinery Factory. Look, the factory's name is also engraved on it."
This trademark's aesthetic is very consistent with the red style, and Leader Jing likes it more and more. (End of this chapter)
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