Mr. Liu smiled but didn't say anything.
The host had already taken to the stage and begun his opening remarks, followed by an introduction of the leaders present.
"Next, let us welcome with the warmest applause Mr. Chen Liang, Vice Minister of Commerce, to deliver his address and important speech."
A round of applause erupted as a man in his fifties slowly walked up. He was very refined, and his demeanor suggested that he had been in a high position for many years.
After taking the microphone, it took a few seconds for the applause to completely subside.
"Thank you all for coming from all over the country. It's already 10:30, so I won't say too many pleasantries. The main purpose of this forum summit is to bring together top companies from across the country, create a platform for exchange and cooperation, and make further efforts to promote the prosperity and development of domestic enterprises."
"This year, our private enterprises are more active. Various policies, such as bank loans, local subsidies, and investment promotion, are progressing steadily, which is a great help to enterprises, especially township enterprises!"
"Greater reforms and greater development are needed, not only for domestic development, but also for our enterprises to have an international perspective. This year, in the field of electronic technology, enterprises are flourishing. In less than four months since the beginning of the year, more than 14,000 electronic enterprises have been registered."
"At the same time, a number of outstanding companies have emerged in the high-end electronics field, such as Enfan high-end TVs and Jiafeng Electronics Technology, as well as outstanding young entrepreneurs. This year, there has been a significant increase in all sectors, and private enterprises are more active."
“We always welcome these healthy and active private enterprises. At the same time, we must eradicate enterprises and individuals who defraud subsidies, policies, and loans. Since the beginning of the year, cases in this regard have been soaring, and more than 7,400 people have been arrested.”
Lu Feng sat below, secretly marveling at the data. Only a few months had passed, and it seemed that more than 20,000 swindlers would be arrested this year.
The speech on stage sounded more like official rhetoric. It released some data and encouraged private enterprises to increase investment in innovation, competition, R&D, and international integration. It also encouraged state-owned enterprises to upgrade their industries, abandon old industries, and join emerging industries.
The article focused on the oppression of private enterprises by state-owned enterprises and their market suppression tactics, noting that this phenomenon is not limited to the electronics industry but is prevalent in many other sectors.
Many people say that the 1990s was an era of easy money, and it seemed like you could succeed at anything. But that's not true. People without connections and only a back view couldn't withstand such a fierce competition.
The overall interests of the market remain unchanged. If you take an extra bite, state-owned enterprises will starve. Although the market is expanding, it is still a zero-sum game.
The speech lasted about thirty minutes, and Lu Feng applauded almost every minute. He could tell that there was a group of people in this country who were very clear-headed and understood how the country should develop and how the business community should operate.
This country, so large, has become a world-renowned superpower. It wasn't given to it by anyone, nor was it bestowed upon it by anyone. It was built by these people through their hard work every single day.
"Thank you very much, Minister Chen, for your insightful and thought-provoking remarks. Next, please welcome..."
The opening ceremony this morning lasted only an hour and a half, consisting of three speeches, each lasting half an hour. Afterwards, a National Youth Entrepreneurship Award will be presented, along with a National Outstanding Youth Award.
In his previous life, Lu Feng had received this award, but only when he was in his thirties.
Lu Feng was sitting there feeling a bit tired, swaying back and forth. Suddenly, he saw President Zong in the first row. The two looked at each other across a dozen people. President Zong smiled and sat up straight.
"Next, we announce the winners of the National Youth Entrepreneurship Award: Mr. Jiao Enfan, Chairman of Enfan High-End Technology, and Mr. Qiao Bin, Chairman of Tianqi Technology..."
Of the ten spots, not a single one belonged to Lu Feng.
President Liu leaned back in his chair and said, "President Lu, there's none for you!"
“That’s normal. At my age, I should be eligible for the National Youth Entrepreneurship Award,” Lu Feng said casually.
After the awards ceremony, a group photo was taken. The host picked up the microphone and said, "Next, we will announce the winner of the National Outstanding Youth Award. The winner is... Mr. Jiao Enfan, Chairman of Enfan High-end Technology."
"Award Citation: After studying abroad for many years, he resolutely returned to China to contribute his life's knowledge and actively communicated with foreign companies, bringing back not only capital but also technology. He filled the gap in the domestic high-end television technology market and enabled the localization of high-end televisions. Let's welcome Mr. Jiao with applause once again!"
Jiao Enfan returned to the stage, and someone in the audience shouted, "President Jiao is so handsome!"
The audience burst into laughter.
"Some people are already shouting how handsome Mr. Jiao is. He is indeed the most handsome man in the industry, but I think it's his talent that matters most." The host handed the microphone to Jiao Enfan and said, "Mr. Jiao, could you say a few words?"
"Thank you for awarding me both awards. I am unworthy of them. I am just one of the more outstanding ones. There are many other excellent young people here. I hope we can work together to create a bright future for the domestic business community."
As Jiao Enfan spoke, he couldn't help but look at Lu Feng. Many people in the first row also craned their necks to look at Lu Feng. If we're talking about the youngest and most accomplished, then it really is Lu Feng.
In the past two years, he has shone brightly in the business world like the midday sun. Anyone who knows a little about his rise to prominence will be amazed.
However, this award had absolutely nothing to do with him.
It's impossible for Jiao Enfan not to feel pressured when facing Lu Feng, especially recently, as he has realized that he is indeed inferior to Lu Feng in terms of ability.
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