Reborn Tech Maniac

Chapter 668
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British Petroleum - British Petroleum Company is BP, formerly the Anglo-Persian Oil Company founded in 1908 - Anglo-Persian Oil Company is APOC.Its initial interest came from obtaining approval from the Shah of Persia, now Iran, to develop the oil resources discovered in the Persian Gulf.

Originally, the Anglo-Persian Petroleum Company’s business progress was lacklustre at the beginning, but when the First World War broke out, the British government realized the importance of oil resources, so it began to acquire the company’s equity, and it was thus able to submit to the British Royal The Navy provides fuel.

After the end of the First World War, the shares held by the British government had reached 50.00%, and the Anglo-Persian Petroleum Company, which gained more room for operation, expanded its business across Europe.But the company's focus remains on the Persian Gulf.

Due to the rising dissatisfaction with imperialism, the conflicts surrounding the interests of Anglo-Persian Oil Company are also one after another.Especially after World War II, national sentiment in the Middle East was on the rise.

By 1951, the new prime minister, the nationalist politician Mohammad Mosaddegh, prompted the Iranian parliament to pass a bill nationalizing the Anglo Iranian Oil Company.

Mohammad Mosaddegh believes that Anglo Iranian Oil Company is a representative of the imperialist exploitation of Iran, and only the nationalization policy can allow the Iranian people to enjoy their due rights.

As the largest shareholder for a long time, how could the United Kingdom see the loss of this huge overseas interest, so it successfully persuaded the United States to jointly protect the interests of the West in the Gulf in order to resist the possible increasing influence from the Soviet Union, and put pro-China The _communist_ government's hat is on the head of the Mohammad Mossadegh regime.

In August 1953, MI8 and the CIA jointly launched a coup d'état code-named "Operation Ajax", which overthrew the government of Mohammad Mosaddegh, installed a new pro-Western government, and It lasted until the outbreak of the Iranian revolution in 1979.

In this way, Anglo-Iranian Oil Company returned to the Western interest group, resumed business in Iran with 40.00% foreign equity, and officially changed its name to the current "British Petroleum Company".

After these changes, BP's business has inevitably suffered a blow, but its background has become stronger. With the assistance of the World Bank, it has obtained investment plans in other Gulf countries, thereby maintaining its profits.

From the 1960s, BP began to pay attention to the development of oil sources in Alaska, the United States and the North Sea of ​​Europe, and achieved mass production in the 1970s.

These business expansions have virtually enhanced the anti-strike capabilities of BP.In addition to the two world energy crises that broke out in the 1970s, Gein’s stake in the Middle East National Oil Company has been partially or completely nationalized by the local government since 1971; the revolution in Iran in 1979 was even more Declare the end of its hegemony in Iran.

In fact, not only BP, but the traditional monopoly of the entire Western consortium in the oil field is being gradually disintegrated by the Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries, which was established in 1960.

Another point that cannot be ignored is that while BP maintains a bright performance, it has repeatedly suffered safety accidents, causing environmental pollution, and is under considerable pressure from public opinion.

With such changes in the current situation, the British government no longer wants to be the largest shareholder of BP.

After Mrs. Thatcher began her first term as prime minister in 1979, she started the privatization process. She sold the first batch of 8000 million shares of BP to the market that year, and the shareholding ratio was directly reduced to 40.00%.

Of course, this process is gradual.The British have rich experience and know how to do it to maximize their benefits.

Tang Huan formally established internationally recognized wealth credit, which started when he deliberately took advantage of Apple's IPO and became a billionaire at a rocket speed of more than a year. The British privatization process naturally became a part of him. investment trends.

The British government's gradual sale of BP's shares is mainly due to political considerations, and it does not mean that BP is losing money like Japan's privatized Japan National Railways.The oil industry is still a gold mine. Two of the top ten companies by market value in the United States this year are oil companies, namely Exxon and Royal Dutch Petroleum.

Tang Huan invested in BP. In addition to taking advantage of this good opportunity to preserve assets, he could also get some side benefits, such as helping the queen of shipping, Christina, balance the family’s traditional industry—shipping, and helping Xiangjiang Electric Lamp in Canada, Australia, etc. land development.

Now, the royal family of Kuwait has finally tried to articulate their real goal—to seize the controlling stake in BP. It is true that the money is not bad, but can the small shoulders carry BP, a behemoth involving multiple interests? Be careful not to be crushed!"

However, Tang Huan immediately thought about it: "If you don't try it, how will you know if it's feasible? This tentative move alone is worth enough! After all, it is of extraordinary significance to find out the bottom line of the UK."

Seeing that Tang Huan was silent, Prince Sabah said confidently: "The combined shares of our two companies exceed [-]%, which is enough to form the largest shareholding organization, and then we can further operate on this basis. It’s definitely going to get twice the result with half the effort.”

"What I'm worried about is that the British government refuses to agree, and then directly flips the table." Tang Huan said slowly.

"It's very unlikely." Prince Sabah shook his head disapprovingly. "The British still respect business rules, and they initiated the privatization process of BP."

Seeing that the Kuwaiti royal family, represented by Prince Sabah, was so optimistic, Tang Huan no longer wasted any time, "Then let's give it a try. I also want to see what the British government's reaction is and what the bottom line is."

"Since you have made up your mind, I am also very interested in this idea." Tang Huan immediately made it clear, "However, I suggest that you must plan carefully, especially when you pick the right time. There should be no suitable conditions this year. How about Watch it and wait until next year."

"The strong growth of the U.S. economy has led to the prosperity of the global stock market. Take your Fangyuan Computer Company as an example. Since becoming the world's most valuable company, its market value has been rising all the way, and now it has exceeded 900 billion US dollars. From British Petroleum Judging from the company's current performance, the more it is delayed, the higher the cost will be." Prince Sabah's tone seemed to be seizing the day and night.

"The trajectory of the financial market always follows the wavy line, and it will be beneficial and harmless to observe for a period of time." Tang Huan insisted on his own opinion this time.

He thought about it, if he participated, he would wait until next year to see if the global stock market shock would happen as scheduled; if he didn't even have the patience, it would be better for everyone to just break up.

"Then what criteria do you think is the right time? Could it be the Great Depression of the global stock market, or the sudden drop in the stock price of BP?" Prince Sabah asked unconvinced.

Tang Huan smiled, "As the prince said, we should find a time to enter the market in the downward direction."

Seeing the stalemate in the situation, Prince Fahd quickly interjected, tentatively asking, "Did Tang take into account the investment in California's high-speed rail because he is so cautious."

Tang Huan took advantage of the donkey land at the foot of the slope and said modestly: "There is indeed a reason for this."

"Otherwise, our side will act according to the original plan, and your side will act as a dark move and a surprise soldier, waiting for the right opportunity you mentioned, or our launch request." Prince Fahd gave Eclectic advice.

Of course, Tang Huan would not refuse such a plan for his own sake, and he immediately reciprocated his sincerity, "I am willing to use the form of an agreement to guarantee our stable relationship in this cooperation. If I don't want to participate, I have to hold my hand." The shares of BP in the country were sold to the Kuwait Investment Authority at a minimum price not higher than the market price."

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During this meeting, the royal family of Kuwait revealed a grand plan. Tang Huan wanted to provide it with the most advanced IT solutions and act as a surprise rear reinforcement, so the discussion took extra effort.

It wasn't until the next afternoon that the two sides expressed their appreciation to each other with satisfaction and waved goodbye.

Tang Huan breathed a sigh of relief and asked Masako Wada to bring him a cup of hot milk. He planned to take a short rest before leaving for England.

As a result, the milk was only half drunk. The assistant hurriedly took a document and came in to report: "Cheng Long, who was filming the movie "Brothers and Dragons" in Yugoslavia, had an accident and fell from a tree 5 meters high. When I got down, my head was seriously injured. This is a fax from Golden Harvest from Xiangjiang, please help us as soon as possible.”

Tang Huan quickly put down the cup, took the fax, and scanned it ten lines at a glance. Between the lines, there was Zou Wenhuai's anxiety, fearing that he would lose his support like Shao's loss of Fu Sheng.

"Hurry up and contact the best medical team, so that Silicon Valley One can be sent to Yugoslavia as quickly as possible." Tang Huan was also anxious, and quickly ordered, "If the local conditions are suitable for surgery, do it locally. If it is not possible, send it back to Yugoslavia." Paris."

While recording quickly, the assistant reminded: "The filming location is a small local town. I'm afraid the traffic conditions are somewhat restricted. A large jet like Silicon Valley One..."

"Then find the local helicopters, the government, the military... our network must be activated!" Tang Huan stopped the other party's conversation and made a decisive gesture to emphasize.

After the assistant took the order to leave, Wada Masako asked with concern, "Is that the Kung Fu star from Hong Kong movies who is very popular in Japan?"

"That's right. It happened by accident..." Tang Huan shook his head in frustration.

The production level of "Brothers of the Dragon" is the highest among Cheng Long's works in recent years. Tang Huan also planned to take advantage of the increasingly obvious decline of Hollywood this year to make a turnaround. Unexpectedly, something unexpected happened and he lost his job. Got the chain.

This result was caused by Cheng Long's insistence on pursuing shooting effects, but the crew was also responsible for the negligence of the crew.

Tang Huan was very unhappy about this. He felt the same way as Zou Wenhuai, and he didn't want to lose a star like Cheng Long, because it was difficult to find someone to replace him because of his position.

Fortunately, fortunately, the eight-hour operation in the local area was very successful. Cheng Long's life was saved, and he was able to return to film work after recovery.

Of course, in the next year, Cheng Long could only recuperate honestly.

The next day, Cheng Long, who was lying on a stretcher, was transported back to Paris by Silicon Valley One, and Tang Huan personally went to the airport to greet him.

After meeting, Cheng Long thanked him gratefully, and Tang Huan waved his hand and said comfortingly: "Recuperate in peace, everyone still has high hopes for you."

After arranging the special case of Cheng Long, Tang Huan asked Zeng Zhiwei and Chen Kexin, "Where is the progress of "Dragon Brother and Tiger Brother"?"

"Basically finished. The scene where Brother Long had an accident was the second time he was not satisfied with the results." Zeng Zhiwei, who received such a big project as "Dragon Brothers and Tiger Brothers" for the first time, replied depressingly.

Tang Huan was also speechless for a while - the filming was about to be completed, but there was such a commotion, it can only be said that the heavens are not beautiful, and good fortune has played tricks on people.

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Due to Cheng Long's accidental injury, Tang Huan's trip to England was slightly delayed.

When he came to the UK this time, the main business was to talk about the acquisition of Lisheng, which is the former parent company of Li TV, which was renamed Media Asia TV. Go to the banner of the richest man to survive.

However, before that, Tang Huan wanted to meet the British royal family first.

Ever since he advertised his office software with a viewership of hundreds of millions at the luxurious wedding of Charles and Diana, Tang Huan has never forgotten the advertising value of the British royal family.

Regardless of the various details, try to avoid the royal family and commercial endorsements, it is because the bid is not satisfactory, and the family's expenses are high, so small money is naturally invisible.

Tang Huan plans to take advantage of the British royal family's trip to continue to take advantage of the possible commercial promotion effects.

It was based on this trust that the richest man was invited to enjoy a royal family dinner at Windsor Castle.

During the banquet, Tang Huan was asking Charles about the quality of the ten racehorses he had sent and bought from the Hunter Family Racecourse in the United States. If they were good, he would put the racecourse in financial crisis in jeopardy.

But suddenly, Tang Huan felt a warm foot rubbing against his calf.After he glanced at it calmly, goosebumps immediately appeared on his back, and he kept yelling, "No way! No way!"

(End of this chapter)