Chapter 305 Request for Compensation
Of course, Hans's words were the same as the previous ones, which were just pure courtesy.
What problems can there be with a contract? Problems arise after the contract is signed.
The selling price of an aircraft is only part of the airline's profit; the focus is on subsequent maintenance and the renovation and construction of airports.
According to known information, there is currently no airport in China that is suitable for the takeoff and landing of this type of aircraft.
The other party spent such a high price to buy the plane, they would not treat it as a decoration.
Then in the next thirty years, these continuous expenses will be the bulk of airlines' profits.
What's more, China enjoys a high prestige among those third world countries.
As soon as Ambassador Dong signs the contract, the news of the cooperation between the two parties will be released at noon at the latest.
By then, those countries that are still waiting and watching will have to place some orders.
Thinking of this, Hans's eyes showed a hint of joy, but Ambassador Dong didn't even look at the contract and just spoke coldly.
"Mr. Hans, I would like to ask your company, the Chinese side sincerely cooperates with you, but you do things this way, isn't it a bit too bullying?"
Hearing this, Hans frowned and looked over.
After all, he was a man who had seen the world, and it only took him a few seconds to adjust his mood.
"Ambassador Dong, where do you get this from?"
"There is one thing I have never understood. Why do you Chinese people repeatedly hinder the signing of the contract?"
At this point, Hans' eyes became three points sharper and his voice tone became a little higher.
"Ambassador Dong, let me remind you that we signed a letter of intent as early as last year."
"The aircraft you ordered is already in the process of production and assembly."
"If you want to break the contract at this time, then according to the terms of the letter of intent, you will have to pay us at least 10% of the liquidated damages."
Ambassador Dong nodded. "Of course. I would also like to remind Mr. Hans that the contract binds us both, not just the Chinese side!"
After saying that, he signaled to Lin Siqiao with his eyes. Lin Siqiao took out a copy of the letter of intent from the folder and began to refute with reason and evidence.
"Mr. Hans, according to the terms of the letter of intent, the first thing to be solved when the aircraft is delivered is the sonic boom problem."
"Second, there cannot be any fatal flaws in the design of the aircraft."
"We adhere to the principle of trusting you. From the signing of the letter of intent to now, we have not asked you to visit the entire production process."
"But according to information provided to us by enthusiastic people, you have not yet found a solution to the three problems of the aircraft, namely the sonic boom, fuel tank and tire pressure resistance."
"Excuse me, your company, why don't you try to solve this immature technology as soon as possible?"
"On the contrary, they have been urging us to sign a formal contract recently. Is this considered contract fraud?"
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Hans, who had been calm and composed just now, had a look of panic in his eyes after hearing this.
Lin Siqiao didn't care whether he lived or died and continued.
"Regardless of whether you are suspected of contract fraud or not, you have unilaterally breached the contract in terms of these issues."
"So according to the terms of the contract, we have the right to claim 10% liquidated damages from you."
"In addition, we have spent a lot of manpower and material resources to follow up on the contract, and all the expenses incurred in this regard will also need to be borne by you."
Since they had already talked about compensation, Hans was too lazy to pretend. After loosening his tie, he snorted coldly.
"I don't know where the Chinese side heard these rumors. I can only say that these are not true at all."
"If you Chinese don't want to cooperate anymore, just say it openly. Why do you have to do this behind the scenes?"
"From what Mr. Hans said, you have solved all the above three problems, right?"
"Of course!" Hans said stiffly.
The dead duck insisted on being stubborn, Lin Siqiao was not going to tolerate him and asked directly.
"Since the aircraft does not have any design flaws, why have orders for nearly 20 of these aircraft been canceled in less than half a year?"
"Logically speaking, the other party should compensate you with a large amount of liquidated damages according to the contract for canceling the order."
"Mr. Hans, I'm very curious, why did you become the party that had to pay compensation in the end?"
"I heard that the compensation was quite a lot."
After saying that, Lin Siqiao opened her red lips and made two clicking sounds.
"One plane costs 4 million US dollars. If we had known this, China should have ordered a few more."
"Isn't that right, Mr. Hans?"
Lin Siqiao's tone, coupled with her angry expression, was undoubtedly like stabbing a knife into Hans' lungs, and she didn't forget to sprinkle a handful of salt at the end.
No matter how strong Hans's mental strength was, he couldn't control his emotions after hearing this.
Ten thousand US dollars is exactly the hush money that the other party paid to the United States Aviation Alliance for a single aircraft.
From the time the incident occurred to the time it was resolved, they were always very careful, and even the remittances were processed through illegal accounts.
How could the Chinese know about this?
Considering that Guo has been traveling to China frequently in the past two years, Hans couldn't help but doubt.
The reason why the country stabbed them in the back was to use this action to show goodwill to China.
After all, the country is now worried about both domestic and external troubles, and it is urgent to find the strongest ally in the East.
And China is their best choice.
Thinking of this, Hans felt a lump in his throat. The US was a bastard. They took nearly 100 million US dollars in hush money for 18 planes, and then turned around and sold them out.
How could he not be angry?
Guo: "..."Brother, listen to me, this matter...
Guo: You treacherous guy, get out of here!
"What do you want?" Hans asked, holding his chest.
After seeing enough of the excitement, Ambassador Dong said with a smile, "Mr. Hans, I still say the same thing. Since you cannot perform according to the contract, then our cooperation ends here."
"This is our newly drafted compensation contract. Please take a look at it first."
Lin Siqiao spread out the contract drafted last night in front of Mr. Hans.
Hans glanced down and saw that the contract was written simply, except that the compensation was divided into four parts.
Part of it is a hush money of 4 million US dollars, you should not miss it.
The other part is the 10% penalty in the letter of intent, which is almost 4 million US dollars.
The third item is the transportation, accommodation, and meal expenses incurred by the delegation mentioned by Lin Siqiao during their two visits to the country, which together amounted to about 100,000 US dollars.
The last item is Mr. He’s medical expenses, which Lin Siqiao strongly requested.
From the moment the discussion of compensation began, the two sides were bound to fall out.
In this case, the other party must naturally be responsible for the injuries and blood that Mr. He suffered.
Fang had asked for too much before, and this time Lin Siqiao was just returning the favor.
Adding these four items together, the total compensation has exceeded Lin Siqiao's initial estimate, reaching a staggering 16 million Chinese yuan.
In addition to compensation, the security issues of all delegation members are also noted at the bottom of the contract.
To put it simply, the next half month.
If anything goes wrong with anyone in the delegation, China will hold China responsible.
"Ambassador Dong, do you think this request is appropriate?"
Hans gritted his teeth and said, "In a few days, you will leave for your country. There are so many people in the delegation. Why do you want to throw the security issues to us?"
"Do you think we can still reach out to the country?"
"That's hard to say, Mr. Hans."
Ambassador Dong said bluntly, "Just because China is the largest shareholder of your airline, I believe you still have a say in China."
"..." Now Hans was completely silent.
This news can be said to be the top secret of their airline, no doubt about it.
Everyone thought that the core technology of this aircraft was provided by China, so there must be people from China behind the airline.
In fact, Fang only holds 30% of the shares, less than half.
The remaining 70 percent of the shares are controlled by the country's royal family.
What surprised Hans was that the people of that country had kept this matter secret from the inside out, so how could the people of China know about it?
Could it be that their influence has already infiltrated the high-level positions of both countries?
Hans was shocked by this conclusion.
Ambassador Dong could not have imagined that it was so profound. It was Lin Siqiao who said he had seen the information. He originally thought it was a smokescreen deliberately released by Fang.
Now looking at Hans's gloomy face, what else could he not understand?
He signaled to Lin Siqiao with his eyes again, and Lin Siqiao changed the direction of the pen that Hans brought.
"Mr. Hans, we have a saying in China: Even if the deal fails, the friendship remains."
"As long as the delegation can return to China safely."
"We don't want to get involved in other matters, please rest assured."
"You better keep your word!"
After signing, Ambassador Dong extended his hand and said, "Mr. Hans, it's a pleasure to work with you."
Hans looked unhappy, but he had to shake the hand.
"Ambassador Dong, you are truly capable. I have learned a lot today."
"No, no, by the way, Mr. Hans, would you like to stay for a quick lunch?"
"No, I have something else to do this afternoon, so I'll leave now."
Ambassador Dong decided to quit while he was ahead and follow the proper etiquette.
No matter how tense the two sides were in the conference room, they still looked like good brothers when they left the embassy.
After seeing off Hans and his group, Ambassador Dong immediately instructed his secretary to prepare an extra snack at noon!
Must have a bigger meal!
There is no limit on meal expenses today!
After receiving the order from the secretary, Counselor Qin tactfully retreated out of the door.
Counselor Qin had left, and Lin Siqiao didn't want to stay here, but Ambassador Dong stopped him.
"Xiao Lin, don't leave yet, I have something to tell you."
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