Chapter 2611 Turning Point

Liu Bo has worked in the Shanghai Stock Exchange for many years and is in charge of economic issues. It is natural for him to have exchanges with these foreign companies.

Liu Bo looked at Liu Fusheng and said, "I know that Liu Sheng has a deep relationship with Lü's Jade Industry. I don't have such a deep connection with Lü's Jade Industry, but I have been dealing with them for a long time. Liu Sheng should remember that when you were the executive deputy county magistrate of Xiushan County, you went to Shanghai and participated in an expo, right?"

Liu Fusheng nodded slowly.

Liu Bo smiled and said, "I was also present at that expo. I have great respect for Liu Sheng's performance at the expo. When Lu Chengfang, the former chairman of Lu's Jade Industry, announced that he would visit Xiushan County for an inspection, I was the first to lead the charge and applaud you and Xiushan County."

Liu Fusheng smiled and said, "I didn't expect that Comrade Liu Bo and I had this kind of connection a long time ago."

Liu Bo said, "Our connection goes beyond this. I also worked for a period of time at the Liaonan City Public Security Bureau. However, those things have nothing to do with the content of today's meeting, so I won't go into too much detail."

"What I'm trying to say is that the 10 billion target I raised is definitely not just a casual remark. This is a number I came up with after carefully analyzing the delegation list and contacting these companies."

Everyone suddenly realized that Liu Bo came prepared, and the 10 billion he proposed did have some explanation.

At this time, Sun Hai and Li Wu, who had spoken earlier, were somewhat passive. To put it bluntly, they were both slapped in the face by Liu Bo in public.

Tang Shaoying nodded with satisfaction. He had never expected that Liu Bo, besides flattery, actually had some real skills.

Liu Bo saw everyone's expressions. He was very proud and the hunchback behind him was a little straight.

He must demonstrate his own value in order to make Tang Shaoying appreciate him more.

Liu Bo cleared his throat and said, "I proposed the figure of 10 billion not to show off my ability, but to stimulate discussion. I know very well that when it comes to attracting investment, Liu Sheng is much more capable than I am."

"Because Liu Sheng has a very good relationship with the Lv's Jade Industry. During his federal inspection, he also established good personal relationships with many of the leaders of the companies there. With these relationships, Liu Sheng can definitely attract investments exceeding 10 billion. Liu Sheng doesn't want to talk now, but he is just too humble and too low-key."

"What I want to say is that at this time, Provincial Governor Liu should still take the lead and propose a better goal so that leaders at all levels can work towards the same direction."

"Of course, I'm new here and haven't had much contact with Liu Sheng. I've also just met all of you colleagues and we're not that familiar with each other. If I say anything wrong, please forgive me."

What Liu Bo said sounded high-sounding, but it was full of innuendos, and was still directed at Liu Fusheng.

Across from him, Liu Fusheng was silent for a moment, then nodded and said, "Secretary Liu's words make sense, and his analysis is spot on. Since Tang Province and all the leaders have this demand, then I'll make my position known. We at Chaojiang are capable of achieving the 10 billion yuan goal."

Liu Fusheng changed his previous statement and set a goal of 10 billion, just like Liu Bo.

There was no need for him to set a goal higher than Liu Bo's, because his position was much higher than Liu Bo's. Even if the goals were the same, Liu Fusheng could still continue to be in charge of the foreign business delegation.

Liu Bo seemed a little dissatisfied when he heard this.

He smiled and said, "Secretary Liu is very courageous. My guess was absolutely correct. You are indeed capable of securing a 10 billion US dollar investment."

Everyone present was ready to applaud, but unexpectedly Liu Bo said the word "US dollars".

According to the exchange rate at that time, that was more than 70 billion RMB.

This Liu Bo is so mean. He never said that the investment amount he wants is in US dollars.

A smile appeared in Tang Shaoying's eyes. Liu Bo's performance exceeded his expectations, and the word "US dollars" added at the end was really wonderful.

The investment amount has increased from 10 billion to 70 billion. Do you, Liu Fusheng, still dare to accept it?

Sun Hai couldn't help but said in a deep voice: "Comrade Liu Bo, we are in a serious meeting. This is not the place for you to play word games."

Liu Bo said innocently, "Director Sun, please forgive me. I didn't mean to play word games. I was just a little careless just now. Besides, I think it's a consensus to measure the federal inspection team in US dollars, right?"

"Based on my experience working in the Shanghai Stock Exchange, when we receive foreign businessmen from different countries, we use the currency of that country as the unit of measurement. Sometimes we also use US dollars directly, after all, the US dollar is an international currency. On the contrary, it is rare to use RMB as the unit of measurement in international exchanges."

Seeing Liu Bo's innocent expression, Sun Hai was so angry that he almost swore.

Liu Bo felt that this was not enough. He said with a smile, "Liu Sheng's statement just now was that the three cities of Chaojiang had attracted 10 billion US dollars in investment. I think he is still too conservative."

"After all, what I'm saying is that Jiangtou City alone can attract 10 billion. Even though Chaojiang City and Jiyang City still have a big gap with Jiangtou City in terms of various conditions and industrial layout, it shouldn't be that they can't get any investment at all, right?"

When everyone present heard this, their expressions changed completely.

Liu Bo is getting more and more greedy. He feels that the tens of billions of US dollars are not enough. Does he want to force Liu Fusheng to accept the tens of billions of US dollars?

Even if Liu Fusheng has a good relationship with Lu's Jade Industry and other companies that come to inspect, in the context of the global economic crisis, who can easily come up with such a large sum of money to invest?

Tang Shaoying could no longer suppress the smile in the corners of his eyes and eyebrows. Today, Liu Bo brought him too many surprises.

Sun Hai slammed the table and was about to speak when Liu Fusheng stopped him. Liu Fusheng then said calmly, "Secretary Liu, what do you think is the appropriate amount of investment for the three cities of Chaojiang?"

Liu Bo smiled and said, "Jiangtou City has the advantage of a port, and its conditions are much better than Chaojiang and Jiyang. I think an investment of 30 billion RMB for those two cities should be more reasonable, right?"

"Based on the current exchange rate, I think the three cities of Chaojiang should be able to achieve results exceeding 100 billion RMB by hosting the federal inspection team. This is normal."

One hundred billion, this guy is really bold.

Sun Hai said coldly: "Comrade Liu Bo, are you sure it is RMB, not 100 billion US dollars?"

Liu Bo smiled and said, "Comrades in East Guangdong Province all like to use RMB as a unit of measurement. Naturally, I have to adapt to local customs and learn from them. Also, 100 billion US dollars is a bit much, and I'm not sure I can handle it. If Director Sun or Vice Governor Liu have the courage, I will absolutely cooperate with you at all costs."

"After all, hundreds of billions of dollars can immediately restore the economy of eastern Guangdong, and even inject a shot in the arm for the entire country, becoming a turning point for escaping the economic crisis."