Chapter 421 Changed the human world
The autumn wind comes again, and the world has changed.

On November 11, the first phase of the Panzhihua Steel Base project was completed.

The speech on December 12, "Emancipate the Mind, Seek Truth from Facts, and Unite as One to Look Forward," was a manifesto for opening up a new era and a new path.

What followed was the joint announcement between China and the United States on the 16th, establishing formal diplomatic relations on January 79, 1, and the United States severed ties with Taiwan.

On December 12, the Baoshan Iron and Steel Plant held a groundbreaking ceremony.

Wang Deming watched the ceremony as a special guest.

The highest representative of the Japanese side, Mitsui Fujiba of the Mitsui family, was beaming with joy: "Mr. Wang, this construction site is full of vitality, and it is a testimony to our Sino-Japanese friendship!"

"Nippon Steel, a subsidiary of Mitsui, has provided all its technologies without hiding anything."

“I believe that in the near future, there will also be cooperation with steel companies in other parts of your country.”

"Really?" Wang Deming narrowed his eyes and looked at the Chinese representatives who were laying the foundation, without a smile on his face.

If Mitsui had not invited him, he would not have known that Baosteel would be the technical partner for the new project.

As the saying goes, shop around, or the best one is the one that suits you.

Japan is an island country with no iron ore resources. It relies entirely on importing high-quality rich iron ore from Vale in Brazil and Australia.

However, domestic iron ore resources contain sulfur and phosphorus, so it would be best to introduce technology in this area as a supplement.

Many people may not have the impression in their previous lives that after China joined the WTO, Australia's two iron ore companies, BHP Billiton and Rio Tinto, earned hundreds of billions from China a year.

The most disgusting thing is that China is the largest purchaser of iron ore in the world, but it does not have the pricing power?

I have to say, there is a lot to say here.
Then again, the low-interest loans provided by Mitsui are real, but the biggest problem is
"Ms. Mitsui, let's not beat around the bush." ​​Wang Deming's voice was light and fluttering, as if it floated down from the sky. "Why did I hear that Nippon Steel didn't say it would transfer technology? It only provided a full set of steelmaking equipment? Will the subsequent operation and maintenance cost more money?"

The groundbreaking ceremony was completed. The leaders of both sides symbolically shoveled the soil with a spade. He turned his eyes to Mitsui and Iwasaki beside him, "You should know that I was in charge of the oil refining and large fertilizer projects in the 43 Plan. Many of the supporting equipment in these projects were produced domestically."

"Especially since these imported projects include technology transfer, it is better to teach a man to fish than to give him a fish, right?"

"Can you tell me why?"

Seeing that Mitsui and Iwasaki were serious and silent, he added: "I'm just curious. The contract has been signed and will not change."

Mitsui and Iwasaki looked at each other and said something insincere, "Mr. Wang, what we provide from Toyo is the world's first-class steelmaking equipment."

"If we transfer the technology, once your technical personnel have learned and absorbed it, we will generate the latest technology. Wouldn't it be good to always provide you with the latest technology?"

"What's more, your country's economic strength is limited. Should you use the limited funds for more important things?"

"Fat kid?" Wang Deming sneered. If he hadn't been able to eavesdrop on their thoughts, he might have really been fooled by these two Japanese devils. When the fat kid was mentioned, Mitsui and Iwasaki's faces suddenly changed. Nagasaki and Hiroshima are the eternal pain in the hearts of the Japanese.

After the Chinese successfully developed Fat Kid in 64, they immediately called Japan and stated that they would definitely not be the first to use Fat Kid.

But the Japanese could never forget the fat kid who was dropped on their heads.
"Wang Sang, let's talk somewhere else."

Afterwards, Wang Deming, Mitsui and Iwasaki quietly left the venue early, took a Nissan sedan and went to the Peace Hotel.

The Peace Hotel has a very long history. It was founded by the British man Parker in the fourth year of Emperor Xianfeng's reign in the Qing Dynasty, which was 1854 AD.

Later it was bought by the British firm Huizhong Trading Co. and converted into Huizhong Hotel. However, it was burned down in a fire during the reign of Emperor Guangxu.

In the 15th year of the Republic of China, Huamao Trading Company bought the properties on Huanghe Road, including Huizhong Hotel, which was forcibly occupied by Japanese devils after the Anti-Japanese War.

It was not until after the Liberation War that it was changed to the Peace Hotel.

Mitsui and Iwasaki lived in the presidential suite of the Peace Hotel, rooms 71 and 72.

In the coffee shop on the second floor, Mitsui first sniffed the coffee intoxicatedly, "Swoosh, Wang-san, the coffee at Peace Hotel is very fragrant, absolutely world-class. I wonder where they bought the coffee beans from."

"Dear Mr. Mitsui, these are our coffee beans from Yunnan. Of course, they are definitely not as good as your country's coffee beans. I had the honor of going to Japan for an inspection with my leader some time ago."

The leaders of the Peace Hotel came personally to greet Mitsui and Iwasaki. This fawning behavior made Wang Deming think of the traitors during the Anti-Japanese War. Do you know that Japan doesn't produce coffee beans at all?
"Comrade, please make me a pot of tea. I don't like the taste of coffee." Wang Deming didn't give Mitsui any face at all. He asked for tea directly, took out a $100 bill from his pocket, knocked on it, and sent the leader of the Peace Hotel next to him away.

It's bad enough that they're embarrassing themselves abroad, but they're doing this in their own territory. CTMD!

"Mitsui-san and Iwasaki-san and I have something private to discuss."

At this time, Wang Deming had completely changed into a Hong Kong businessman, wearing a well-fitting tailor-made suit and gold-rimmed glasses. People who were not familiar with him could not recognize that he was the former vice minister of the Ministry of Chemical Industry.

"Yes, sir, I will immediately arrange for the waiters to stay away from you." Seeing that this confused leader of the Peace Hotel was still not leaving, Wang Deming looked at him without saying a word.

Only then did he realize what was happening, and stepped back awkwardly, "Gentlemen, please call me if you need anything."

Wang Deming picked up the teacup and took a sip. It was indeed top-grade tea. If he didn't have some connections, he wouldn't even be able to drink it. Damn it.
He raised his eyelids and glanced at Mitsui and Iwasaki across from him, "Mitsui-san, can you tell me now? You guys have been following me around to make money lately!"

"Hi!" Mitsui put down his coffee and frowned, "Wang-san, we are close friends, I will tell you directly"

"When we were negotiating with you about importing equipment, you never asked for technology import."

"As Japanese, we are of course happy to see it happen. Wang Sang, business is business. If we can make more money, if we can make more money, why not?"

"Huh" It was just as he thought. Wang Deming exhaled deeply. He didn't know what to say.

It’s only been a few years?
The original strategy of introducing the 43 plan was thrown aside.
(End of this chapter)