Rebirth 76: Industrial Internet Empire

The Arab also extended his hand and said with a smile: "Hello, I am Sheikh, from the United Arab Emirates..."

Yang Mo's heart moved. These big guys who were too lazy to introduce their positions generally had extraordinary status. He quickly said politely: "Mr. Sheikh, can you lend me a moment?"

After arriving at the VIP room, the guests and hosts sat down. After a brief greeting, Yang Mo said with a smile: "Mr. Sheikh, if my guess is correct, you came here specifically for oil, right? What? The negotiation didn't go well?"

"How do you know?" Sheikh asked in confusion.

"The Iran-Iraq War is almost over. In order to wipe out the economic trauma caused by the war as soon as possible, they will definitely increase oil extraction as much as possible, or trigger a sharp decline in oil prices again..." Yang Mo thought to himself, all fools know that besides oil, you also Nothing else, but he still explained patiently.

"What Mr. Yang said is absolutely true. I came to participate in the Asia-Africa-Latin America Industrial Development Forum this time because I wanted to take this opportunity to expand oil trade. However, the participants at this exhibition are basically resource exporting countries, and there are very few crude oil importing countries... Sheikh said a little frustrated.

Yang Mo chuckled and said: "Actually, the biggest oil buyer is right in front of you!"

"You mean China? Haha, they seemed to be an oil exporting country a few years ago!" Sheikh asked in surprise.

Yang Mo smiled and asked: "A few years ago, there was still a tidal flat under our feet, but now? China is developing at an incredible speed. Maybe in a few years, they will become the world's largest oil importer. The Chinese market is your best choice!”

"We have also tried to strengthen cooperation with China, but it seems that their demand for oil is not very strong. They sometimes mix emotional and political factors in their business..." Sheikh complained.

"That's very true! Just like what they sang in a song: When friends come, there is good wine; when wolves come, there are shotguns. For friendly countries, they may take the initiative to give up some economic interests. Thousands of years of Confucian culture have made No matter how difficult it is for them, they are not willing to let their friends suffer..." Yang Mo said from the bottom of his heart.

Sheikh nodded and said: "That's it. The relationship between the UAE and China has always been very friendly, but they will still distribute orders to many oil-producing countries, and it is difficult to get more orders from them..."

Yang Mo pondered for a moment and then said: "They have no choice but to rely on one country for strategic reasons. However, if they want to get more oil orders from China, there is no way..."

"What can be done?" Sheikh's eyes lit up and he asked quickly.

"However, before I tell you the method, I need to know your true identity. Otherwise, it will be difficult to execute it even if it takes a long time..." Yang Mo said with a smile.

"I am Prince Sheikh, and I am also the Deputy Minister of Petroleum Industry! Can you tell me your solution now?" Sheikh said seriously.

"Actually, you should also know that China does not give you many orders. One is because of strategic considerations of oil security, and the other is because the oil you produce is heavy crude oil with a high sulfur content, and as far as I know, China Most petroleum refineries do not have desulfurization equipment and can only smelt light crude oil from domestic and European and American regions..." Yang Mo explained.

Sheikh nodded and said: "That's true, but why don't they upgrade their refining equipment? Not only is the price of heavy crude oil in the Middle East lower, but the freight is also cheaper!"

Yang Mo smiled bitterly: "How easy is it to upgrade refining and chemical equipment? Although China has huge development potential, it is still a developing country that is short of foreign exchange. A set of large petrochemical equipment that has reached the international advanced level can easily cost one to two billion US dollars. They It’s hard to bear it! Unless…”

"Unless what?" Sheikh asked with interest.

Sheikh knew that this time his father asked him to make a special trip to attend the Asia-Africa-Latin America Industrial Development Forum. He was not just looking for oil buyers, but also wanted to make some achievements for himself so that he could compete with his half-brothers for the crown prince. It’s time to stand out!

Seeing Sheikh's eager expression, Yang Mo stopped trying to be too pretentious and said calmly: "Provide designated low-interest loans to the Chinese government to help them upgrade their refineries, and sign oil supply contracts in advance. For upgraded refineries, the import of UAE oil must not be less than a certain proportion..."

"This is not a small amount. How can we ensure the safety of our funds?" Sheikh was stunned for a moment, frowned and thought for a long time before asking.

"Worried about the security of funds? China can be said to be the most politically stable country in the world, or even one of them. Their national credibility is also impeccable! Your Highness, looking around the world, there is that country that would rather starve itself than restrain itself. Those who tighten their belts to repay foreign debts?" Yang Mo asked rhetorically.

Sheikh was silent. What Yang Mo said was not unreasonable. China's national credibility is indeed impeccable and they have kept every promise!

When Yang Mo saw that there was an opportunity, he quickly struck while the iron was hot and said: "Your Highness, for this kind of low-risk and high-return project, several major oil-producing countries in the Middle East should be very interested in doing it, and maintain long-term, good and in-depth cooperative relations with the Chinese government. , it will also have a very positive effect on your future ambition to be crown prince!"

After thinking for a long time, Sheikh said: "Mr. Yang, your suggestion is very feasible. I can stay in China for about two days. If possible, I would like to discuss the general cooperation framework with the responsible government officials first..."

Yang Mo nodded and said: "Your Highness, I will help you contact the responsible officials through private channels as soon as possible. Please leave a contact information and I will notify you immediately if there is any news!"

After seeing Sheikh off, Yang Mo called Liao Tingxuan: "Director Liao, can you help me contact the senior leaders of the Ministry of Petroleum and Chemical Industry or the Planning Commission?"

"What's so urgent? You don't know yet, right? The Ministry of Petroleum and Chemical Industry was abolished not long ago, and the functional agencies of the original ministries and commissions were reorganized into China National Petroleum Corporation!" Liao Tingxuan asked in surprise on the phone.

"Is there another petrochemical company?" Yang Mo asked suddenly.

"Yes, as early as 83, the Ministry of Petrochemical Industry put 39 petrochemical companies that were originally managed by the Ministry of Petroleum, the Ministry of Chemical Industry, and the Ministry of Textile under the leadership of the Petrochemical Corporation! Which one are you looking for?" Liao Tingxuan explained. road.

Yang Mo pondered for a moment and then said: "Just go to the leader of Petrochemical Corporation!"

"You are so reckless, do you want the Planning Committee to report to you? You'd better tell me the specific situation first! I can also let them know first..." Liao Tingxuan said.