Lu Feng and Dong Jian got along very well, while President Li was already brainstorming on the side, trying to figure out what kind of model could continue to generate profits, as it concerned their future.
As for the industries and industrial upgrading that Lu Feng mentioned, in his mind, it was nothing more than a face that could be changed at any time. If this mask could allow them to continue to do what they wanted, then these people would not mind transforming themselves into Lu Feng's appearance.
“This isn’t the place to talk. Why don’t we move to the reception room? All the leaders are here today, so Mr. Lu, please feel free to speak your mind. I’m confident that if it can be resolved, I will definitely help you,” Director Tong said.
"Okay, thank you for your hard work, Director Tong," Lu Feng said politely.
Dong Jian and his entourage went to the reception room first. In any case, Lu Feng was now President Li's guest, so he should say goodbye. After seeing everyone off, the scene became noisy. It was unclear whether the leader's words were just a bluff or he was serious.
At this moment, President Li realized that his local advantage was gone. If he wanted to make money from Lu Feng, he had to lower his stance and say, "President Lu, I'm sorry about earlier. I'm a straightforward person. You can ask You Rong; she knows. Like I said, if there's anything I can help you with, just let me know. I've always admired you and wanted to work for you!"
"There's no need for that!" Lu Feng smiled and said, "We're just not on the same path."
“I understand everything you’re saying, really. I really want to serve the people and develop certain industries and technologies.”
"Alright, alright." Lu Feng didn't want to talk to him anymore. Since the municipal government had already made its decision, there was no point in continuing the conversation.
After exchanging pleasantries, Lu Feng stepped out of the banquet hall, stopped, and looked at Su Yourong, saying, "You shouldn't go. It would be quite troublesome if something unexpected happened."
"I was hoping he could help you out, maybe he knows someone or has some connections, but I didn't expect it to turn out like this." Su Yourong sighed and said, "People can really change their minds very quickly."
"Now is not the time for lamenting. You should go back to the hotel first." Lu Feng gave a few instructions, turned around to leave, and suddenly someone bumped into him.
Both of them winced in pain. Lu Feng frowned slightly and, seeing that it was the chubby, dark-skinned guy who had been telling jokes earlier, asked in bewilderment, "How did we bump into each other again? Watch where you're going."
"Boss, um... what about your relationship with that boss? Could you put in a good word for us?" His face was full of helplessness.
"What's wrong?"
"The performance is over, but they won't pay us. It was supposed to be a private performance, and we'd settle the bill on the spot. But they said we didn't perform well. They didn't mention it earlier. My son and I stood there for over two hours this afternoon, arguing and arguing, and they won't give us a single penny. Where can I go to seek justice?"
His face was full of worry, and he looked anxiously into the banquet hall, as if afraid that President Li would run away, but he was also hesitant to go forward and looked at Lu Feng with longing eyes.
"How much?" Lu Feng asked him.
"Thirty...thirty yuan!"
Lu Feng took out his wallet from his pocket, looked through it, pulled out two hundred yuan and handed it to him, saying, "I paid for him. By the way, stop spouting those tongue twisters, it won't make you famous!"
He hesitated for a moment, looking at the two ten-yuan bills in his hand, and said, "Boss, they promised to give me thirty yuan, this is a bit too much."
"It's alright, you can keep it. Consider it my support for local arts." Lu Feng said and walked upstairs.
Dong Jian had always intended to win over Jiafeng Electronics. If such a large factory were to be put into operation, it would have an explosive impact on local employment and the industrial chain.
They talked from around 3 p.m. until evening, delving into the points of interest that both parties cared about. Lu Feng's request was simple: give me 10,000 mu of industrial land, special funds to support the construction of the factory, and ensure that the project was not shoddy, with open bidding for the specific construction. Jiafeng Electronics would also send people to supervise the construction.
After the factory is completed, local cooperation is needed in areas such as the production line entrance, fire protection facilities, and the local business environment. The municipal requirements are that Lu Feng must create a certain number of jobs, the factory must be put into production on the agreed time, and the products must be cheap in the local market.
The first two points are for stabilizing employment, and the final point about keeping product prices low is also for employment. As long as Jiafeng Electronics' products sell well, there will be a price difference between local and out-of-town markets, which will attract resellers. Ordinary people can easily start a stall or transport goods to other places with a little start-up capital.
Don't underestimate street vending. Nowadays, the biggest hope for employment is street vending, which is also known as self-employment. In many places, state-owned enterprises are already empty shells, and a group of people are holding onto their "iron rice bowls." The government has been hesitant to break these "iron rice bowls" because the window for self-employment is not big enough.
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It was already the thirteenth day of the first lunar month. Kevin returned to the Hong Kong branch to prepare for work. As for what happened in mainland China during the Spring Festival, he had told his friends about it a few days after he returned. He found it somewhat unbelievable. In his words, he wished Du Guoying well. Even when he had drunk too much, he told his friends that he hoped the young man would have good luck.
His main task this year should be to promote products in countries like Thailand and India, while hoping to reduce tariffs and improve product competitiveness. If tariffs cannot be reduced, other solutions will be decided based on market assessment.
Of course, these are all things he thinks need to do this year. The specifics will depend on the headquarters' meeting on global strategy. Early in the morning, he changed into a brand new suit, sprayed hair gel, and dressed smartly as he arrived at the company. When he pushed open the door to his office, he saw someone sitting in his seat.
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