King of Industry

Well, Guoyang, what you said is correct.

Li Kejian stroked his beard and said, College education is indeed the best way to solve the problem...

Seeing that Mr. Li recognized his point of view, Zhao Guoyang became energetic.

He tentatively asked: Mr. Li, I think the teachers in several maritime universities and maritime colleges in our country are actually pretty good. If we can introduce some 'yacht professional' experts from abroad, it shouldn't take long. , will be able to bring out a group of talents...

Zhao Guoyang's words were not meant to be pleasant to hear. It is true that the overall quality of domestic college students in the early 1990s was still higher than that of later generations.

In addition to the factor of enrollment expansion later, the excellent academic atmosphere on campus in the early 1990s was also a very important factor.

Listening to Zhao Guoyang's explanation, Li Kejian narrowed his eyes and glanced at him.

As for an expert in the yacht profession, this leader of the domestic industry certainly knows a lot.

Currently active in England, the United States and other countries of the Chinese high-end yacht design experts, there are three or five who were taught by him in those years.

Of course, it is definitely impossible for these top talents in the industry to put down their careers and come back to teach in the Maritime Academy.

But relying on his own face, it is absolutely no problem to invite these experts to give short-term lectures during the winter and summer vacations.

However, what makes Li Kejian a bit appreciative is that he sold such a big favor to help Zhao Guoyang with the yacht professional training.

In the end, most of the first batch of talents cultivated will fall into his research institutes and companies.

In this way, don't you lose a lot?

Thinking of this, Li Kejian snorted and said, Of course it's no problem to set up majors related to 'yacht design and maintenance' in several domestic maritime academies.

After these talents graduate, I reluctantly agree to Guoyang recruiting them. However, you, the 'initiator', can't be idle. You have to go to several maritime colleges to give lectures to the students from time to time!

When Zhao Guoyang heard this, his face turned reddish.

Apparently, Mr. Li saw through his petty thoughts.

Indeed, what Zhao Guoyang originally thought was that if his idea of ​​promoting the establishment of yacht related majors in domestic colleges and universities can be implemented, then in the future, whether it is his research institute or his two companies, he can directly learn from these Schools to recruit talents in related majors.

In this way, I can solve the big problem of insufficient technical personnel without spending much energy on my own.

But after Mr. Li's frank talk, his idea of ​​being lazy might not work.

Scratching his head, Zhao Guoyang nodded with a wry smile and said, Sure, Mr. Li, you have the final say. Looking back, I will go to Songjiang Maritime University whenever I have time, and communicate more with students of related majors.

Well, that's about the same! Li Kejian nodded and smiled in relief.

Following Mr. Li to the office of the Ministry of Machinery and Electronics Industry, Zhao Guoyang finally had the opportunity to tell the story of his trip to Africa.

Of course, Mr. Li is already very clear about his SMS company and Xingtai International products, so he doesn't need to write more.

Zhao Guoyang focused on telling Mr. Li some other important information he found during his trip to Africa, such as the development of mineral deposits and the development prospects of light industry, when he visited various countries.

After listening to his assessment of the production capacity of several major mining countries in Africa, Li Kejian asked seriously: Guoyang, I probably understand what you mean. Do you think there are opportunities for Ethiopia and Nigeria in mining development? It’s bigger, South Africa doesn’t have to think about it for the time being, right?”

Zhao Guoyang said with a huh: Yes, Mr. Li! Because South Africa's economy is relatively developed, mining has continued for many years. If our domestic mining companies used to be, it would be difficult to compete with them. industry rival for many years.

So instead of spending our energy on South Africa, we should turn our attention to Nigeria and Ethiopia, which are emerging countries that are developing rapidly.

After hearing Zhao Guoyang's analysis, Li Kejian nodded in approval.

In fact, the relevant departments of the State Planning Commission and the Ministry of Machinery and Electronics Industry just held an internal meeting not long ago, discussing the issue of trade transformation in China and Africa in the next ten years.

After supporting the African region for so many years, China's prestige and popularity in African countries are very high.

Leaving aside the alternative of South Africa, in other African countries, Chinese businessmen are very respected.

At present, the level of industrial technology in African countries is generally relatively low. If Chinese companies can further expand their business there, it will be of great benefit to both parties.

Specific to mining development, some rare metal mines in Africa are of strategic significance on a global scale.

If, as Zhao Guoyang analyzed, to cooperate with countries with large mining resources such as Nigeria and Ethiopia, it will be very good news for the scarcity of rare metals in China.

Well, Guoyang, your analysis is still very pertinent. I have been to Nigeria. This country is neither large nor small in Africa, but it has the largest population and great development potential.

If our domestic mining companies can enter the country, the prospects are promising!

Hearing this, Zhao Guoyang nodded in agreement and said, That's right, Mr. Li, I think the same way. At present, our 'Xingtai International Foreign Trade Company' has already integrated new departments for mining development.

At the beginning of next year at the latest, we will have an additional 'Mineral Resources Development Division' within 'Xingtai International'. By then, we will have the opportunity to win these overseas mining projects, especially rare metal mine projects. .”

Speaking of this, Zhao Guoyang changed the subject: Of course, if you want to win these heavyweight rare metal mining rights, it will definitely not work without the support of the state. So in this regard, I also hope that Mr. Li can help Let's 'Xingtai International' say good things!

After listening to Zhao Guoyang's coquettish exposition, Li Kejian couldn't help but laugh.

He pointed at Zhao Guoyang, nodded his head and said, You, you, you are forcing me to sell this old bone, right?

Facing this elder, although Zhao Guoyang had a clear conscience, he was also a little ashamed.

He said in a low voice: Old Li, I am also thinking about our China. If my foreign trade company can get these rare metal mines, it will be beneficial to our domestic aviation industry, polymer materials and other industries. It all makes a lot of sense…”

Of course I know this!

Li Kejian glanced at Zhao Guoyang amusedly and said, Guoyang, Guoyang, you kid, I'm afraid you were already preparing for this a year ago, right?

You had a heated fight with Shen Zhirong of Shagang Group, did you already have the idea of ​​making rare metal materials?

Seeing Mr. Li's words explain the mystery, Zhao Guoyang's face became a little hot.

He rubbed his nose and said, Mr. Li, to tell you the truth, I really didn't think about it at the first time. It was only later when I actually produced 'motorcycles' and 'mine hoists' that I discovered that Our domestic production of certain high-strength special steels is really lacking...

If we don't catch up, I'm afraid that after entering the 21st century, many industries in our country will still have to be pinched by foreigners.

When Zhao Guoyang said these words, his face was extremely solemn.

Seeing his worried appearance, a string in Mr. Li's heart seemed to be plucked.

After a moment of silence, Li Kejian waved his hand and said calmly: Okay, I won't say much about it. If you, 'Xingtai International', set up the 'Mining Resources Development Department', I will try my best to help you. You just say good things to the higher ups.

Speaking of this, Li Kejian sighed and said: Actually, I understand what you think, Guoyang. I said it was to help you speak well, but I actually blush... You and Shen Zhirong are both patriotic entrepreneurs. Helping you create opportunities is what we should do!

Li Kejian's words were not too straightforward, but Zhao Guoyang could still understand.

Shagang Group, after its own Xingtai International provided niobium and tantalum ore to the past, has signed an agreement with the relevant state departments to give priority to supplying unconditionally to domestic military enterprises.

Moreover, the price is only the most basic cost price.

This means that some important domestic industries will save a lot of trouble in the future purchase of niobium-tantalum alloys.

Mr. Li is also very aware of the Materials Laboratory jointly established by Shagang Group and Zhao Guoyang.

He also knew that Xiao Zhao contributed a lot to Shagang Group's ability to develop the niobium-tantalum alloy smelting method so quickly.

From this point of view, Li Kejian felt that he and the country owed Zhao Guoyang a lot.

This is also the reason why he knew that Zhao Guoyang wanted to use his name to get a share of African mineral mining, but he didn't feel much resentment.

By the way, Mr. Li. Looking back, after the establishment of the 'Mining Resources Development Division' of our 'Xingtai International', please come and serve as our honorary consultant? At that time, I will ask Mr. Zhang to personally invite you to come over for a while. Let's cheer everyone up...

Hearing this, Li Kejian shook his head amusedly and said, Come on, Guoyang, don't fool me old man. What's the matter, let me be this 'honorary consultant', are you going to give me some 'consultant fee'?

Seeing that Mr. Li had seen through his thoughts at a glance, Zhao Guoyang's face was a little embarrassing.

Patting Zhao Guoyang's shoulder lightly, Li Kejian said in a relieved voice, Guoyang, don't feel embarrassed to trouble my old man.

As long as you can realize the original promise of 'turning China into an industrial power within twenty years', I will stand for you every day, no problem!