On December 4th, Hurricane Capital and AMD held a signing ceremony for a commissioned project in Shenzhen. Not only were municipal officials present, but leaders from the China Semiconductor Association also attended, along with numerous media outlets, including CCTV, which provided coverage.
As the signing was completed, applause rang out. Lu Feng stepped down from the stage to accept media interviews. Facing the camera, Lu Feng said with a happy expression: "Today has a different significance for the development of domestic semiconductors. We have entered the global industrial chain in wafer foundry and become a link in it. I believe that in the future, Huaxia Semiconductor will occupy a pivotal position in the global industrial division of labor."
"Hurricane Semiconductor will dedicate its life to achieving this goal and contribute to the country's high-tech industries!"
After the interview, a banquet was held that evening. Amidst the toasts and conversation, Lu Feng took a moment to chat with Vice Mayor Liu. After much deliberation, he concluded that among all the cities in China with various supporting facilities, Shenzhen was the best choice.
Especially in the long run, Shenzhen will remain one of the top cities in China for the concentration of the electronics industry!
Lu Feng explained his conditions: he wanted to set up a large industrial park in Bao'an District to facilitate future production expansion.
“Let me tell you, now that I’ve become a Hong Kong investor, the preferential policies must be in place, right? Besides, we’re old acquaintances, so why did I think of Shenzhen first?” Lu Feng put his arm around Vice Mayor Liu’s shoulder and said, “It’s mainly because of you. It just doesn’t feel right in another place.”
Upon hearing Lu Feng's conditions, Vice Mayor Liu's face nearly broke into tears. He took a deep breath and said, "Why don't you go and talk to Huang Youwei?"
“Look at you, what are you saying? I’ve broken up with him, I’m not in contact with him anymore. That guy is no good. Don’t be fooled by his higher rank; his vision is nowhere near as good as yours.” Lu Feng stared at Vice Mayor Liu and assured him, “Let me tell you this, your future is much brighter than Huang You’s.”
"I might be transferred next year," Vice Mayor Liu said awkwardly.
"Let's talk about it later." Lu Feng didn't want to waste any more words. There was only one month left in the year. If he wasted so much time talking, he would leave in March next year, and then it would all be for nothing!
“Mr. Lu, you’re a big entrepreneur now. I read in the newspaper that in your interview about the defense of Hong Kong, you said you had a sense of national responsibility. Things are really tough for all the provinces and cities right now. You can’t do this. Everyone’s broke.” Vice Mayor Liu advised him.
Vice Mayor Liu is currently a deputy mayor in Shenzhen. Although he is a deputy mayor, his rank is higher than that of a deputy mayor in a typical city. He has already received some rumors that he will be transferred to the position of mayor of an ordinary city, which means he has been promoted.
After being transferred to a local position, he will definitely face the issue of boosting the economy. Now, by building a good relationship with Lu Feng, any supporting industries can be established there.
Saying these things is also a way of giving him a heads-up.
Lu Feng frowned upon hearing this and said in a low voice, "What's the use of telling me you're poor? If you want to develop, you have to find a way. Being poor doesn't mean you don't have money. You can take on debt to develop. What are local banks for?"
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Vice Mayor Liu was stunned, looking at Lu Feng, never expecting this man to be so ruthless.
“Don’t look so naive. If you want to develop, you have to be bolder. The higher-ups don’t allow you to take on debt, so just do it quietly. As long as you make money and plug the hole, you’ll be a good official!” Lu Feng said to him.
Seeing how experienced he was, Vice Mayor Liu thought to himself, "What if this hole can't be plugged? Then I'll have to plug it myself."
Seeing his demeanor, Lu Feng understood that this man lacked ambition and was not capable of much advancement. Back in the day, even Old Huang dared to sway Xiteng.
What do they want from above?
What we want is for you to be able to develop even without money. With ample funds, you could put a monkey on board and it would still be successful!
After the lively banquet ended, Lu Feng didn't go home. Instead, he found a hotel to stay in. With the end of the year approaching, Lu Feng didn't have much to do besides the annual meeting.
During his week-long stay in mainland China, Lu Feng focused on communicating with Du Guoying, personally visited the market several times, and conducted research. The research concluded that the mobile phone market was developing faster than in his previous life.
Entering the mobile phone market as quickly as possible has become an urgent matter. At the same time, Lu Feng also conducted research on the domestic internet industry. At an internet conference, Lu Feng gave a speech, believing that the development of the domestic internet is at its dawn, and that Hurricane Capital will focus on the internet and make investments in the future.
On December 12th, Lu Feng returned to Hong Kong and began reforming United Securities, bringing it under Hurricane Capital. Starting in 1998, the two parties' finances were integrated, and Hurricane Capital was officially established as a group, making it easier for United Securities' funds to be allocated through the group's finances.
On the last day of 1997, Hurricane Capital (Investment) Group held its first annual meeting. Lu Feng attended and delivered a speech, setting the direction for 1998 as major development and a large matrix!
In 1997, Hurricane Capital suffered an overall loss of $130 million, mainly due to losses in the semiconductor sector. However, by 1998, Hurricane Semiconductor had secured a large number of orders, and it was expected to become profitable that year.
With less than two months left until the Chinese New Year, Lu Feng felt that time was passing faster and faster. In the blink of an eye, a year had passed. When he talked about this with Zhu Lidong and other senior executives at the end of the year, they all agreed. It felt like the New Year had just ended and it was already almost here again.
Time is like the hour hand for children, but like the second hand for adults, ticking away a full circle.
His parents called as promised, asking if he was coming home for the New Year. Lu Feng thought about bringing them to Hong Kong, but then he also thought about spending the holiday with Jiang Xiaoyan.
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