Qi Tongwei: Sign-in relationship started during student days

Chapter 955 The Business Acumen of China (2)

China, the Han River.

"What? Seventeen million! Mr. Tang, you're not kidding me, are you?" Li Yongbao was also taken aback by the price quoted over the phone.

The person on the other end of the phone explained, "Brother Li, this price isn't high. You know, the exchange rate between the Chinese yuan and the euro is 8.3 to 8.7. So, our 17 million yuan is less than 2 million euros."

Offering them two million to deal with a mayor is already a very favorable price.

We've been friends for so many years, would I ever cheat you? Here's the thing: if you don't trust me, you can find someone else.

Li Yongbao suspected that the other party had raised the price, but he thought that if he could spend 17 million to take down Qi Tongwei, it would be worth it.

"Old Tang, it's not that I don't trust you, it's just that I feel... I feel this price is too expensive."

"There's a reason why it's expensive. Who is your mayor? He's someone of high status. Not to mention the diplomatic risks, just look at the girls you choose. They're all top-notch. They have to be well-educated, have good figures, and be good-looking. Otherwise, if I just spend tens or hundreds of thousands to find some cheap slut, would they even be interested in her? Would they fall for it?"

"Okay, okay, I'll have someone transfer the money to your company's account as soon as possible, but you have to do a good job of handling this for me."

"Don't worry, we've been friends for so many years, I'll definitely handle it perfectly for you. I've specially found the most powerful and trustworthy organization in the area, so you won't suffer any losses."

"Alright, alright, forget the 17 million. I'll give you 20 million. Consider the extra 3 million as my treat for you to tea."

"Hey, we've been friends for so many years, and you're still doing this? Fine, I'll take it then."

The fact that the other person accepted the three million without any apparent politeness filled Li Yongbao with disdain.

After hanging up the phone, Li Yongbao didn't delay and immediately asked Liu Qizhi to get the members of the Hanshan Society to start raising money.

For Hanshan Club, 20 million is really insignificant.

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The following morning, as the delegation of over a hundred members was enjoying breakfast, Qi Tongwei accompanied Liang Lu and the Shengtian team, who had been making meticulous preparations, into the hall.

"Comrades, please allow me to introduce you to Ms. Liang, the chairperson of Shengtian Group, and the outstanding team from Shengtian Group. Let's welcome them!"

Qi Tongwei took the lead in applauding, and everyone present responded, with applause erupting everywhere.

As the applause subsided, Qi Tongwei continued, "I believe everyone knows about my wife's relationship with Shengtian Group."

As it happened that Ms. Liang was in Germany on official business, we were very honored to invite her to join our inspection team.

In the coming days, Chairman Liang and the Shengtian Group team will join us on a forty-day trip abroad.

I hope that our comrades, while conducting their investigations, can also learn from the advanced experience of the elite team at Shengtian Group.

Upon hearing this, thunderous applause erupted once again, with many people even rising to their feet to applaud in excitement and anticipation.

Many people looked at the excitedly clapping members around them with bewilderment, not quite understanding.

"He's just an ordinary Hong Kong businessman, why are you getting so worked up?"

"Ordinary?" The person clapping excitedly gave the other person a disdainful look. "You guys are probably from some city down there."

"That's right, I'm from Ningchuan. And which department are you from?"

"From the Provincial Department of Commerce." The person in charge of the Provincial Department of Commerce held their head high, exuding a sense of superiority.

There's no way around it; the whole province is working together as one, and attracting investment is a priority. As a staff member of the Department of Commerce, I naturally have reason to be proud, as the provincial leaders attach great importance to this.

"So what if it's the Department of Commerce? Just because you treat them like treasures doesn't mean we're the same. Ningchuan's economy is currently ranked first in the province, and we still have a lot of Hong Kong businessmen."

"You bunch of small-time Hong Kong businessmen think you can compare to them? Do you even know who they are?"

"He's just a phone seller, acting like nobody knows him."

"Hey, this isn't your average phone; it's sold globally! But that's not all. The most important thing is that he also has a very important identity: the vice president of the Hong Kong Businessmen Association."

With that kind of status, if he came to our Hanjiang, Secretary Pei would have to personally greet him.

Only then did everyone suddenly realize.

No wonder Mayor Qi dared to organize such a large-scale team for the inspection.

The relationship had been planned in advance.

Everyone was overjoyed.

Initially, they came with the mindset of just having fun, broadening their horizons, and getting some experience.

Given the level of their delegation, it would be extremely difficult for them to inspect good companies, even with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs acting as a liaison.

Whether someone is willing to host you or not depends entirely on their mood.

Now it seems that's not necessarily true. If we can invite this big Hong Kong businessman, wouldn't it be much easier to get into those big companies with his influence?

If the inspection goes smoothly, I might even be able to get some credit back.

Just as Qi Tongwei finished introducing Liang Lu's identity, Tian Fengyi rushed up eagerly to get to know her.

"Chairman Liang, I am Tian Fengyi, the mayor of Wenshan City. It is an honor to meet you." Tian Fengyi extended his hand.

Liang Lu glanced at Tian Fengyi, smiled and nodded, "Hello, Mayor Tian." But she did not shake hands with him.

Yesterday, Liang Lu learned about Tian Fengyi's character from Qi Tongwei. He was power-hungry and lustful, so she naturally kept her distance.

Tian Fengyi stood there awkwardly, and sheepishly withdrew his hand.

Qi Tongwei patted Tian Fengyi on the shoulder to ease the awkwardness, "Comrade Fengyi, get ready, Chairman Liang will be going with us to meet Mayor Edmund of Munich later."

"it is good."

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After breakfast, Qi Tongwei held a mobilization meeting in the large conference room prepared by the Histon Hotel to make arrangements for the work ahead.

At 10:30 a.m., he was to meet with the mayor of Munich, and in the afternoon he was to hold a brief welcoming ceremony with the local government to learn about the arrangements for his inspection tour in Munich over the next few days.

In the evening, the group attended a welcome dinner hosted by the local government.

The next day will officially begin the inspection tour in Munich.

After giving a brief introduction to everyone, Qi Tongwei issued an order: "Today's specific work will be presided over by Deputy Head of the Delegation, Mayor Tian."

Furthermore, I would like to remind everyone that when we are in a foreign land, our every word and action represents the image of our country. Therefore, I urge you all to always keep this in mind and be careful with your words and deeds.

Unless there are special circumstances, please do not leave the hotel to avoid causing unnecessary trouble. Thank you for your cooperation.

After saying that, Qi Tongwei glanced at his watch, Okita Fuyou nodded, and got up to leave the conference room.

It was getting late, and he needed to hurry to Munich City Hall to meet with the Mayor of Munich.

After Qi Tongwei left, Tian Fengyi did not announce the adjournment of the meeting. Instead, he seized on Qi Tongwei's speech and began a long speech on the stage.

He is now the deputy head of the delegation, and the results of this inspection are also a political achievement for him, so he naturally dares not take it lightly.

Secondly, their work doesn't start until the afternoon, so they can't all go back to sleep this morning. It's better to take this opportunity to give a speech and establish their authority.

While you're at it, you might as well show off your skills in front of Shengtian Group and maybe even win the favor of their female chairman.