Chapter 331 Observing Neutrality
( ) the next day. ↗,
The nine-star flag fluttered over the Panu Islands, and the people cheering for the new regime took to the streets, celebrating the coming of freedom and the rebirth of the country as if they were celebrating Christmas and New Year's Eve.
noon.
In the restaurant of the Presidential Palace, Jiang Chen and Zhang Yaping were sitting on both sides of the long table.
Lunch is curry mutton risotto, which also has a strange coconut fragrance, which has a South Asian flavor. On Zhang Yaping's table is a steak and a glass of coconut milk. In the face of regime change, only the chef is the calmest in the entire presidential palace.
"The Americans offered us an olive branch, hoping that we would join their camp, and said that if we continue the pro-American policy of the previous regime and issue a declaration that is favorable to their international position, they will increase their aid loans to us." While breaking up the steak with a knife and fork, Zhang Yaping talked about today's state affairs to Jiang Chen.
Without raising his head, Jiang Chen said unequivocally, "Reject."
"But that's ten million dollars." Zhang Yaping said with difficulty, with a bit of reluctance on his face.
After all, it was 10 million U.S. dollars, even if it was distributed to each islander, there would be 500 U.S. dollars, and all they needed to do was to say a few words in front of the media. Anyway, not many people listened to them. It is an archipelago the size of a palm, and the combined area of all the islands is less than the size of a province in neighboring Australia.
Jiang Chen raised his head and glanced at Zhang Yaping sullenly, "Someone paid you to scold your mother, what are you doing?"
Don't even think about it, with the face of those Yankees, they are nothing more than trying to win over a group of Southeast Asian hooligans to advocate the threat of the rise of China to neighboring countries. The Panu Islands are located in the southeast of the Philippines, and if they are thick-skinned, they can be regarded as the participation of "neighboring countries".
Zhang Yaping shook his head vigorously, but silently added a sentence in his heart: it depends on how much
"It's only 10 million US dollars. My Future International has a monthly profit of 200 to 300 million US dollars. If you are short of that money, I will lend you some money." Jiang Chen slowly took a bite of the fried rice (risotto). Said.
Just use the land.
"Ahem, can I understand that you are showing off your wealth?" Zhang Yaping smiled wryly.
The Pannu Islands have just enacted a tax break to stimulate economic recovery. However, there is still a huge funding gap. The mess that Edward made now needs their successors to fill it up.
"I just wanted to give you a little confidence.
The reason why I choose here is naturally because I am optimistic about the development prospects here. "Jiang Chen said easily.
"The Johnny Group has declared bankruptcy, and the $10 billion project has been ruined. What's the future here?" Zhang Yaping's expression was a bit bitter.
At the beginning, he rose up with enthusiasm. But now after he was elected president, he realized the hardships of running the country.
"No, I can do that project instead."
Zhang Yaping looked at Jiang Chen in surprise.
"Ten billion dollars, can you take it out?"
"I believe there are many banks willing to provide loans to Future Ren International." Jiang Chen said confidently.
This is true, even in China at that time. Many banks also went to Xia Shiyu to ask her for a loan. The current liquidity of Future People International is 1.5 billion US dollars, which is the revenue of more than five months. Although the 10 billion US dollars is a bit scary, if the shares of Future People Technology are used as collateral, I believe it is still easy to get.
What's more, it actually costs less than 10 billion US dollars.
"Are you really willing to borrow ten billion dollars for this small island country?" Zhang Yaping looked at Jiang Chen in disbelief and asked.
"Of course, I believe this will bring me no less than 100 billion in return."
Hearing this, Zhang Yaping took a breath.
He really couldn't imagine how this small island country with a gdp of no more than 100 million US dollars and a population of only 20,000 could create a value of 100 billion US dollars.
"With all due respect, it is difficult for me to understand that the Panu Islands have a vast sea area. But there is no oil. Can you give me some advice? Even if it is to draw a cake for me." Zhang Yaping said with a wry smile.
"What do you say? Well, okay. First of all, the territorial waters of the Panu Islands are close to the equator."
"Close to the equator?" Zhang Yaping's eyes widened. "Are you referring to tourism? Even with the tourism industry, it is difficult to recover the cost of 10 billion US dollars within ten years?"
"It's difficult to explain to you. Anyway, just remember what I said." Putting down the spoon in his hand, Jiang Chen slowly got up.
The equator has many benefits, not just tourism. Take a space elevator, which is a no-brainer for non-equatorial nations. This kind of technology that appeared in the 1950s, Jiang Chen is still very confident in getting it to the present world.
"Are you ready to go?" Zhang Yaping also put down the knife and fork. He looked up at Jiang Chen who was about to leave the table.
"I still have something to do, and I'm full."
"By the way, if it's from another country"
Jiang Chen stopped in his tracks, turned around and smiled. "Abiding by neutrality and friendly exchanges. You know what I mean."
Zhang Yaping sighed helplessly, "I understand."
"Work hard and maintain your image of being a clean and honest government. When your term ends, I will give you a pension."
"I don't need your pension, I just want you to do what you promised. Lead this country to prosperity."
Hearing these words, Jiang Chen glanced at Zhang Yaping in surprise.
These days, there are really not many people who can frankly refuse the temptation of money.
After a pause, Jiang Chen said softly, "Of course, I promise."
If everything goes well, within five years, this place will become a small island that people all over the world yearn for
Under the shade of trees outside the Presidential Palace, a blue Lamborghini was parked there, with Aisha sitting in the driver's seat. A small gray sports vest outlines a beautiful curve, and a pair of sunglasses is stuck in the collar of the chest, which has the artistic conception of a beautiful woman in a car, attracting passers-by to turn their heads frequently.
This Lamborghini was originally Johnny's car, but now it belongs to Jiang Chen.
Although man is dead, sin cannot escape. After the court charged Johnny with seventeen counts, all his property in the Panu Islands was confiscated to fill the state treasury. His luxury car, mansion and two yachts in the Pannu Islands were all put up for auction in an auction house in Australia, and they were taken by Jiang Chen almost only twice.
After all, it is a relic, and the rich are more afraid of death, so it is a bit of bad luck to use the things of people who died unexpectedly. But Jiang Chen doesn't care much about these imaginary things, he is a materialist through and through.
Opening the door, Jiang Chen sat in the co-pilot.
Picking up her sunglasses and hanging them on the bridge of her nose, Aisha put her hands on the steering wheel and looked sideways at Jiang Chen.
"Where are you going?"
"Go to the construction site of Linhua Group."
Nodding slightly, Aisha skillfully started the car.
Leaning on the comfortable seat, Jiang Chen looked at the flying scenery outside the window, trying to keep these scenes in his heart as much as possible.
This feeling is really indescribable. Some time ago, he was still wandering around, but now he has become the master behind the entire archipelago. This is his kingdom, where there is no conspiracy to plot against him, and no one can reach out to his company with a shy face.
Perhaps because he was tired of watching, Jiang Chen turned his gaze back into the car, and looked at Aisha who was concentrating on driving.
Sunglasses and a small vest, this cool look is also very eye-catching, and I always feel that various styles of clothes are suitable for her.
Seemingly aware of Jiang Chen's gaze, Ayesha's cheeks were slightly flushed, and the corners of her mouth were slightly hooked.
She enjoyed the sight.
Although she is not yet married, she has already identified him as her husband in her heart. As a traditional Syrian bride, in her view, her husband is the whole of her life (to be continued.)
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