The Magician’s Memorial - Chapter 377



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377. Reach out your hand (2)

After the EPL soccer charity event.

I moved to China using the excuse of revitalizing electric vehicles in China.

David, who was already busy oiling in China, came out to meet us.

“How did you grease it well?”

“Thanks to the continuous oiling we had done 10 years ago, there was no need for additional oiling. We arranged a meal with former Standing Committee member Zeng Hongqin. He told us to expect that he would introduce us to good guests.”

“You’ll know who I’ll introduce you to.”

We went to the most luxurious restaurant in Shanghai.

A large number of guards were guarding the building from the entrance to the restaurant, and armed soldiers were also frequently seen.

“Zeng Hongqin’s power is still great.”

“Because the strings have not completely fallen yet. It is said that the Crown Prince Party has taken over the chairmanship, but Shanghai Bang’s influence still remains.”

China’s political landscape was much more complex than Korea’s.

Shanghai Bang, Communist Qingdan, Crown Prince Party.

Although these three had the greatest influence.

Compared to the Shanghai Bang or the Communist Qingdan, the Prince’s Party was somewhat weak.

That is why he was able to occupy the position of president in this administration.

There was even a saying that shrimp took the lead in a battle for power between whales and fishermen.

“Elder! It’s been such a long time. I should have visited and said hello to you more often. I’m really sorry.”

“Isn’t everyone in the world aware that Chairman Kim is busy? You don’t know how proud I feel every time I hear your story on the news. And aren’t you leading the Chinese electric vehicle market as well? Thanks to you, I feel proud. There is.”

It wasn’t wrong.

Every time Taewo Group entered the Chinese market, it used Zeng Hongqin.

Thanks to this, Zeng Hongqin became involved in many industries in China.

“It’s been a while since I’ve seen you, so I thought a lot about what kind of gift I should prepare. It’s a small gift, but I hope you like it.”

“Hey man! What kind of gift is this between us? I’ll decline, so you can give a gift to the guest you’re introducing today.”

“I’m looking forward to it since the old man said he would introduce me to someone.”

While having a conversation with Zeng Hongqin.

The customer he was talking about entered the restaurant.

“Greetings. I am Li Gang, the owner of Zhejiang Province.”

“Nice to meet you. I’m Minjae Kim from Taewo Group. It’s an honor to meet you, the governor of Zhejiang Province.”

China’s administrative districts were very different from Korea’s.

Zhejiang was a province where the city of Hangzhou was located, and in Korean terms, it could be considered a provincial governor level.

Of course, China’s land was so vast and its population so large that it was impossible to compare in that way.

Zhejiang alone had a population of over 50 million, and its territory was almost the same size as South Korea.

“Elder Zeng Hongqin asked me to come out today unconditionally, and he did so to introduce Chairman Kim of Taewo Group. It is an honor to meet you like this. I am finally able to say thank you for your support of Prince Tang.”

“I am grateful that you think so.”

“Thank you is not just something you say with your mouth. Take out the gift you have prepared, Chairman Kim.”

Initially, I prepared two types of gifts.

One was a gift for Zeng Hongqin, and the other was a gift for the guest to be introduced.

Of course, Zeng Hongqin’s gift was a more luxurious gift, but the moment he realized that the guest was Li Gang, the gift’s owner was changed.

“After giving me such a precious gift, I don’t know if I can accept it.”

“You can accept the gift from Chairman Kim. And you can keep my gift as well. Shouldn’t we do this for you who flew all the way from Zhengzhou to Shanghai?”

Zheng Ju-sung’s growth Li Kang.

There was a reason why I showered him with expensive gifts.

He was a man who would eventually rise to the position of Prime Minister of China.

He was the president’s closest associate and would be at the center of Chinese power for at least 20 years, so it was a profitable business even if he gave generously.

What if Zeng Hongqin disappears from power?

Li Kang was a newly emerging power.

“I don’t know if you’ll like the gift.”

“Considering the help I have received so far, I should have prepared a gift, but I was unable to prepare a gift because it was so urgent.”

“Hehe, there’s no law that says you have to give a gift as an object. Isn’t that right? Chairman Kim.”

Zeng Hongqin was, as expected, skilled.

Sensing that there was a separate purpose for my coming to China, I invited the powerful figures of the current government to a meal.

“What gift can I give you? I really wanted to repay Chairman Kim’s kindness.”

“I’m going to go out now. Wouldn’t it just be annoying if I sat there for no reason?”

“No. Isn’t today a gathering to see the elders?”

“No. Today, the two of you will talk, and then you and I will meet separately and have a drink.”

Was he this quick-witted person?

It was Zeng Hongqin who made room for us, and when he left the restaurant, we were able to talk in a more gentle atmosphere.

“Please tell me. How can I help you? All the executives of the Prince’s Party are ready to help Chairman Kim.”

“I am planning to carry out a business. To be precise, I am planning to create an international consortium and carry out the business, not by myself.”

“What kind of business is this?”

“This is a project to create transportation routes and infrastructure so that Mongolia’s natural resources can be transported through China and Russia.”

It was Li Kang whose expression changed slightly.

It was safe to say that Mongolia’s economy was dependent on China.

Since Mongolia had no route to sell its natural resources other than China, it was selling its natural resources to China at a low price.

But are we going to sell natural resources through other channels?

This was equivalent to taking away China’s advantage.

“Let’s listen to the story a little more. By any chance, China will not be excluded from this project, right?”

“Of course not. I plan to entrust the entire transportation process to a Chinese transportation company. And I plan to receive help from the Crown Prince in designating a transportation company.”

“It’s not a bad business. If it’s that kind of business, I can help you as much as I can.”

Although China’s advantage is diminishing.

It was a business that increased the profits coming to Prince Tang.

Prince Tang, which was relatively small in size, needed a lot of money to grow.

Li Kang responded positively as he was now able to legally receive funds through the Mongolian transportation business.

“And one of the shipping routes will be through Vladivostok, Russia.”

“······This is a project that is also linked to Russia.”

“This could be an opportunity for Russia and China to become closer than they are now.”

“We are already interacting a lot with Russia through the natural gas business.”

“I don’t know if I can say this, but there are many similarities between the Russian president and the Chinese president. And I think China can also be transformed into a political model that can remain in power for a long time.”

President of China and President of Russia.

If you look at the current situation, there wasn’t much similarity.

The Russian president is called a dictator and rules Russia for a long time.

However, the current Chinese president does not have the image of a dictator.

He was the current president who came to power with the help of Shanghai Bang.

In order to keep the Communist Party in check, Shanghai Bang supported the Crown Prince Party.

It was a prince who was able to ascend to the position of president through his fortune as a fisherman.

Therefore, the current president had a strong image of being gentle.

It seemed to be coordinating between the Shanghai Party and the Communist Youth League, which were relatively stronger than the Crown Prince Party.

However, deep inside, he was growing his ambition for power and was aiming to remain in power for a long time like in Russia.

“Do you think Russia’s model of long-term rule can be applied to China?”

“I think China is already moving towards a long-term governance model, and it looks very likely to be achieved.”

“The Chairman will be very happy to hear it.”

Those in power had a strong obsession with power.

In particular, in the case of communist countries, power was their lifeline, so they tended to become more obsessed with it.

“If the two countries work together on everything from the transportation route project to the natural gas project, wouldn’t the relationship deepen even further?”

“Thank you for your kind words. I was already looking for a business to carry out along with the natural gas business. There is no need to worry as we can carry out the business together with a multinational consortium.”

“We have already concluded talks with Russia.”

“I’ve heard that Chairman Kim has good business acumen, but his execution skills are much better than I heard.”

From Li Gang’s perspective, it was a business that there was no reason to refuse.

Relations with Russia were important, but even more important was the multinational consortium.

From China’s perspective, there was no reason to refuse as many foreign companies wanted to enter the Chinese market.

“And now that I am signing a contract, I would like to sign a long-term contract. Wouldn’t that ensure sustainable profits for the Prince’s Party?”

“When you think of a long-term contract, how many years do you think it is?”

“I want to sign a long-term contract of at least 20 years. In the case of multinational consortia, variables are the thing I hate the most. However, if we sign a long-term contract, the variables are reduced and more companies will participate.”

There was a separate reason for wanting a long-term contract.

However, by using a multinational consortium, we can be free from Korean restrictions.

Considering the US-China trade dispute, a long-term contract of at least 20 years or more was needed.

“Good. I will report back within the week. I will do my best to make this contract happen.”

“Thank you. We will do our best to make this a business that both Taewoo Group and China can benefit from.”

From Russia to China.

I joined hands with another dictator.

Even so, I was ready to let go at any time.

In particular, in the case of China, it was even more important as the US-China trade dispute intensified.

When that time comes, Taewoo Group will take the lead.

Now I am in a position to ask for a favor.

When the time came for the US-China trade dispute, there would be opposing positions.

* * *

After completing my schedule in China, I returned to Korea.

Meanwhile, the financial tower was having a busy time, and a CEO came to me with a huge amount of reports.

“Did your business with China end well?”

“The job went well as planned. But what kind of reports did you bring with you? You said you were away for a few days.”

“A lot has happened in the meantime. The EU, Australia, and even Japan have started imposing sanctions on Russia.”

“It seems to be a report saying that financial towers make more money.”

“Yes, we ended up earning more than we expected!”

Who doesn’t like making money?

This was especially true at financial companies, where people only looked at money all day, and one CEO was smiling happily, like a child who received a Christmas present.

“Don’t you already like it so much? I haven’t even started watching the game yet.”

“Are you talking about Saudi Arabia?”

“That’s right. If Saudi Arabia implements a policy of increasing oil production, chaos will begin that will be incomparable to what it is now.”

Usually, confusion causes big problems.

However, chaos that has already been predicted and prepared can make a lot of money.

“We will prepare for the Saudi operation!”

“I will be visiting Saudi Arabia in person soon. Wouldn’t I be able to get more information if I go and see the situation in person?”

“I will only trust you, Chairman!”

Russia, China and even Saudi Arabia.

Even though I had a series of overseas schedules, I wasn’t tired at all.

Every time I take a plane, the profit I make will be multiplied.