Chapter 334: The one who bought the weapon is delivered to the door
Shen Hua was disappointed at the critical moment, and Zhang Tinglan was very dissatisfied, but he could not blame this reckless guy. After all, cooperation with the Americans was too important, and it was related to whether the soybean plan could succeed. Zhang Tinglan could not deal with it carelessly, and Zhou Xinyao also After helping him change into formal clothes, Zhang Tinglan came to the reception room accompanied by Shen Hua.
There was already a tall Westerner standing there. This guy was about thirty years old. He was over 1.85 meters tall and had a handsome and gentle appearance. In future generations, he would definitely be a first-rate movie star. After meeting Zhang Tinglan, he Offer to shake hands and say hello.
The two of them had also dealt with each other before. When the Japanese conspired to seize the Fengtian official bank, Britain and the United States finally came forward to help Zhang Tinglan withstand the pressure. Moreover, Zhang Tinglan also reserved 15% of the Fengtian Bank. The shares were given to Americans, and the person in front of him was John Kerry, then the representative of the Cleveland Consortium. When the two met again, they were both very enthusiastic.
"Your Majesty General, I want to congratulate you. You just led your heroic men to defeat the Russians. This surprised the world. I think those politicians will look at China with new eyes!"
"Not just politicians, I think any savvy businessman will not ignore China's huge market, which contains unlimited business opportunities, and how to explore them."
"Your Excellency General, your words are so correct. I think you are not only first-class in military command, but your business acumen is also amazing!"
The two talked for a while, then sat down opposite each other. Zhang Tinglan said with a smile: "I invite you here this time just to discuss a cooperation project, and the amount is huge. The annual profit can be at least 10 million US dollars. I don't know that the United States Are you interested?"
Kerry's eyes widened as soon as he heard ten million dollars. This is really not a small amount. The total qualifications of the Cleveland Consortium are only a few hundred million dollars. One project can get more than ten million dollars in one year. Profits, this can definitely be called an old hen that lays golden eggs.
If this negotiation can be completed, Kerry will definitely be able to rise to the top and receive greater importance. His mind is also constantly spinning, thinking about what cooperation projects in the three northeastern provinces can bring such benefits.
"Your Majesty General, can you tell me the specific project? I've tried so hard, but I still can't guess it."
The American was very frank, and Zhang Tinglan also said with a smile: "There are not many projects in the Northeast that can make so much money. What I am referring to is soybeans, the most important cash crop in the Northeast. This is a specialty of the three northeastern provinces and is exported around the world. The volume is also astonishing. As long as we control the soybean trade, we can obtain high monopoly profits."
Kerry is also very familiar with the situation in China. When he heard Zhang Tinglan mention soybeans, his interest was completely aroused. This is indeed a project with huge potential. As long as it is done well, the net profit of 10 to 20 million per year will be nothing at all. It was difficult, but he immediately felt a little worried.
"Your Excellency General, soybeans are indeed a hugely profitable industry. But as far as I know, this industry has been monopolized by the Japanese. We have no chance at all. You should know that although the United States is very powerful, this is the Far East, and the three eastern provinces are traditionally The Japanese sphere of influence makes it difficult for us to bypass Japan’s obstruction and complete this business.”
"I would like to correct that the Japanese sphere of influence is Southern Manchuria, not Northern Manchuria. Now that the Middle East Road belongs to Fengjun, Northern Manchuria has fallen into my hands. And I control a large number of farms.
In the next few years, billions of kilograms of soybeans will be produced, and the pricing and selling rights of soybeans in the three northeastern provinces will be in my hands. If I don't value American industrial and agricultural technology, I really don't want to share it with others.
This huge cake!”
Zhang Tinglan's words revealed strong confidence, and Kerry was also moved by what he said. Indeed, as Zhang Tinglan said, Fengjun had defeated the Russians and proved his strength. As long as they are given a certain amount of time, Fengjun will definitely have checks and balances.
Japanese capabilities.
If we now cooperate with Zhang Tinglan and open the door to Northeast China, it will have incomparable advantages for the expansion of American economic interests. Kerry is completely convinced.
"Your Majesty General, I am very optimistic about this project, and I believe it is the same at home. However, those annoying Japanese are the biggest obstacle. It would not be good to have a head-on conflict with them. I would like to know your specific plan of action."
Zhang Tinglan nodded, and then said: "Indeed, this is a huge cake. If we don't pay attention to the strategy, we will be choked. First of all, I don't plan to overly stimulate Japan. I want to take a roundabout route. We will cooperate first.
An oil extraction factory uses the latest oil extraction technology. All its products are aimed at the Chinese market. It does not participate in exports and will not compete with Japanese people for the time being."
Why does Zhang Tinglan want to cooperate with the United States? In addition to using the power of the United States to fight against the Japanese, the most important thing is to introduce American technology. Japan can monopolize the oil extraction industry mainly by relying on the leaching method. Although in
In later generations, leached oil became an unhealthy oil, and the stupid squeezing method was once again praised. However, at present, the leaching method still has incomparable advantages.
The purpose of cooperating with the Americans to set up a factory is to help China obtain this technology. After listening to Zhang Tinglan's plan, Kerry also felt that it was very feasible. The leaching method is not a great technology. The United States can completely transfer it, and it is targeted at China.
Regarding the market, the Japanese have nothing to say for the time being.
"What's the next plan?"
"It will naturally compress the profit margin of the Japanese. We can raise the price of purchasing soybeans and force Japan to raise the price accordingly. Their profits will be severely compressed. And as long as you give me one or two years, we can
Completely control the sales of soybeans. By then we will have an oil pressing plant and a sufficient supply of soybeans, and it will be a matter of course for us to enter the international market!"
Zhang Tinglan's plan was absolutely vicious. Kerry quickly figured out the sinister intention. He first used the guise of domestic sales to paralyze the Japanese, and then took advantage of the development and growth of the oil pressing plant to control the sales of soybeans.
, selling soybeans to the Japanese at a high price can reduce their profits and make it difficult for the Japanese to survive.
As long as the Japanese cannot provide enough high-quality soybeans, they can replace them. From domestic sales to international sales, it is actually just a piece of official paper, without any difficulty.
Kerry carefully calculated and concluded that the development of this plan is very good. If done well, it will definitely be a huge source of huge profits for the Cleveland Consortium. The Cleveland Consortium focused on steel production and achieved unprecedented expansion during World War I, but the war has ended.
At the last moment, the demand for steel will not always be so strong, so new ways of making money must be found, and soybeans are a very attractive project.
"Your Excellency General, we'd better discuss a detailed action plan and draw up an investment budget. I will report it to the country immediately to win support!"
Zhang Tinglan also readily agreed. These things have already been done by the people below, and the plan has been almost drawn up. Zhang Tinglan has full confidence that the Americans will definitely agree.
Cooperating with Fengtian will not only bring huge economic benefits, but also contain Japan's power. At present, the Japanese's ambitions towards China are becoming more and more explicit. The Americans must also take certain measures to ensure their interests in China and defeat the Russians.
Fengjun naturally came into the sight of the United States.
Zhang Tinglan also had his own considerations in choosing to cooperate with the Cleveland Consortium. This consortium is a giant in the steel industry and has advanced technology. As long as the cooperation between the two parties deepens, Zhang Tinglan hopes to get the three most critical things from them. One is steel.
The technical equipment of the industry includes fertilizer production technology and tractor production lines.
The terrain of the great plains in the three eastern provinces is very suitable for machine operations. Tractors are indispensable, and they can also be modified to produce tanks. Zhang Tinglan cannot but pay attention to it. As for steel and fertilizers, they are the two pillars of industry and agriculture. They are also determined to win.
However, the first step of cooperation has not yet been implemented, and these things cannot be discussed on paper yet.
After seeing off Kerry, Lao Zhang suddenly sent a message from Fengtian, asking Zhang Tinglan to go to Fengtian as soon as possible. There was an important matter to discuss, so Zhang Tinglan rushed to Fengtian without stopping.
After getting rid of the clouds of war, Fengtian has once again restored prosperity and liveliness, even better than before. Young people from other provinces pass by on the streets of Fengtian from time to time. Many of them are ready to go to Fengtian to show their talents. In addition, since Zhang Tinglan started working on Zhongzhong Road,
After receiving a large amount of funds, Wang Yongjiang suddenly became more confident.
He announced a series of education plans to popularize primary education in the three northeastern provinces. Each county and city must ensure a middle school. At the same time, he is preparing to build three comprehensive universities, including Fengtian University, Jilin University and Harbin University.
The large-scale promotion of education development has greatly increased the number of teachers needed. At the same time, the fees of various universities in Fengtian have been subsidized, which has also attracted many young students from all over the world to study in Fengtian, so the whole of Fengtian is particularly lively.
After arriving at the Marshal's Mansion, Zhang Tinglan was directly invited into the Tiger Hall. Zhang Zuolin had been waiting for him for a long time. When he saw Zhang Tinglan came back, Lao Zhang smiled and said: "I'd like to say, it was a good fight. I defeated the Russians. It's a big gain."
Fengjun’s prestige has earned me so much face!”
"It's all soldiers who sacrificed their lives. I don't dare to take credit for it. If you asked me to come over, I'm afraid I have some important matters to give you, right?"
"There are two major events now. One is the conflict between Li Bodhisattva and Duan Qirui in Beijing. I still don't know where to place my bets. In addition, Zhang Xun sent a representative over and discussed with me several times about large-scale purchases.
Arms, the more the better, he looks very anxious, I don't know if this guy has any bad intentions."
Zhang Tinglan's mind was spinning rapidly, and he suddenly understood that it was now the critical moment of the battle between the government and the imperial court. Li Yuanhong and Duan Qirui were about to negotiate, and Zhang Xun was about to stage a farce of restoration.
Thinking of this, Zhang Tinglan blurted out: "Sell! Of course it has to be a big sale. The fat sheep that comes to the door have to be slaughtered!" (To be continued, please search Piao Tian Literature, the novel will be better and updated faster!