Chapter 617: Big Order from Iraq

night.

It was snowing outside, and the sky and the earth were completely white.

Listening to the Bird House, Liu Tao is drinking tea.

In the middle of winter, there are no mosquitoes.

The water is boiling, and the whole room is filled with the scent of tea.

When Usamai walked in, there were still patches of snowflakes visible in his down jacket.

Usamai took off his down jacket and hung it on the hanger nearby.

Afterwards, the two of them were like old friends who hadn't seen each other for many years, and they were extremely cordial.

After exchanging pleasantries, we drank three cups of tea.

Usama directly explained his intention, "President Saddam has issued an order to purchase warships similar to those of Saudi Arabia. The price is easy to negotiate!"

Liu Tao chuckled.

It seems that the warships delivered to Saudi Arabia and the escort fleet's visits to friendly countries have had a good publicity effect.

In the past, these countries would only buy warships from European and American countries. As for China, they would not even think of it.

But things are different now. Saudi Arabia has played a very good propaganda role. Coupled with the escort fleet walking around the Persian Gulf, the propaganda effect is really great.

Liu Tao did not beat around the bush or raise the price of warships.

The original price is enough to ensure that these warships are cost-effective and competitive enough in the international market.

"Missile boats cost US$50 million per vessel, torpedo boats US$30 million per vessel, frigates US$400 million per vessel, and destroyers US$1.5 billion per vessel!" Liu Tao said, "But we have a condition, that is, we have to buy several ships. missile boats and torpedo boats.”

Liu Tao did not increase the price of warships, but he did have additional conditions, which were missile boats and torpedo boats that China had previously equipped.

With the batch entry of Type 022 missile boats and Type 022A torpedo boats, the previous missile boats and torpedo boats have become backward, and the Navy itself dislikes them.

We just took advantage of this opportunity to fill in these backward missile boats and torpedo boats.

"No problem!" Usamai said without hesitation: "We want 20 missile boats, 10 torpedo boats, 4 minesweepers, 4 frigates, and 2 destroyers!"

As for the missile boats and torpedo boats used as head fillers, Iraq purchased three boats each.

Usamai said: "But we also have a condition, that is, you have to train for us. We send soldiers over and you train them. Once they are delivered, they will almost be able to form combat effectiveness!"

Now the Iraqi Navy exists in name only.

The military port was bombed and destroyed by the Persians, and the entire navy's warships were basically gone. Even if they did not sink, repairing them would be extremely troublesome, because Iraq did not have the ability to repair ships.

The warships ordered by Iraq and Europe are not even visible yet.

Therefore, after receiving the news, Saddam issued a death order.

No matter what, warships must be purchased from Liu Tao.

The cooperation between the two parties has been quite pleasant so far.

Panshan Group has established a good reputation and its credibility is leveraged.

If Iraq orders warships from the Panshan Group, it does not have to worry about not getting the warships.

As for what Liu Tao said about the delivery time, Usamai didn't care at all.

Because the delivery of warships is inherently slow in the international arms market. Besides, Iraq is now about to rebuild its military port, and the reconstruction will not be completed in less than three years.

By the time the military port is rebuilt, Iraq will have a powerful fleet.

"There is no problem with training. No matter how many people you send here, there will be no problem!" Liu Tao said with a smile.

Training, of course there are training costs.

Furthermore, the more people come, the more money they have to pay for food, drinks, and toiletries, which can be considered a contribution to China's economic development.

Warship orders with Iraq total US$7 billion.

This large order is second only to Saudi Arabia.

But this is normal, because Iraq's coastline is too short, and there is at most only one military port. The navy is destined not to be too powerful. No matter how many warships are purchased, there will actually be a dilemma of no place to dock.

Regarding this order from Iraq, Liu Tao is not afraid that Iraq will not pay for it.

A deposit is always required!

And as long as he pays the deposit, he will make a lot of money here no matter how he calculates it.

Later, Liu Tao once again talked to Usamai about transportation safety in the Persian Gulf.

He doesn't want Iraq or Iran to get hot-headed and attack even his cargo tankers flying special flags.

"By the way, I almost forgot one thing." Liu Tao took a sip of tea and seemed to remember something, "We have recently developed two advanced training aircraft. How about it? Are you guys interested in Iraq?"

"There is also an advanced fighter jet that will be developed soon. If you are interested, you can learn more about it." Liu Tao said with a smile, "You know the performance of our weapons best."

Usamai hesitated for a moment and said: "Liu, my friend, I don't know about this. I know nothing about aircraft, and I have not been authorized in this regard. In this way, I will report this matter to the country. If If you have any feedback, I will contact you as soon as possible.”

Liu Tao nodded, not disappointed either.

It’s the best that you can achieve, and it’s okay if you can’t.

The current production capacity of the two high-education aircraft is limited, and the J-10 has not yet made its first flight, not even its first flight, let alone mass production.

Warships are more important.

The more orders, the better. The more orders, the more we can produce at full capacity, continuously expand production capacity, and continue to recruit workers.

Only when there are enough orders can there be enough motivation.

Just like now, with more and more orders for merchant ships, domestic shipyards are running at full capacity, expanding and recruiting.

If there are not enough orders, development will be cautious.

Liu Tao personally sent Usamai to the gate and watched Usamai's car leave.

"Have you finished the discussion?" Zhu Lin personally cleaned up the bird watching house and asked when he saw Liu Tao return.

Liu Tao nodded and said, "It's over."

"Is it going well?"

"It's going well. We have reached an agreement! The corresponding contract agreement will be signed in the next few days!" Liu Tao said, "Has anyone come to the store to make trouble during this period?"

When Liu Tao is not there, there are four guards in the courtyard at any time. When he is there, the number of guards is even greater.

Security is always the top priority.

There are probably many forces in the world who want to kill him.

This is why, so far, except for the risk of taking the treasure of the Indian temple in 1984, he has never gone abroad.

It is not so easy to assassinate him in China.

Liu Tao also attaches great importance to the safety of his family.

"No one would come here to make trouble." Zhu Lin smiled.

The location of the Siheyuan is Sijiucheng, which is a very safe place.

Even if they are children of the big courtyard, they dare not make too much trouble in Sijiucheng.

There are many people with backgrounds in Sijiucheng. If they are too arrogant, they may offend people they can't afford to offend.

Liu Tao nodded slightly, so he felt relieved. The safety of his family is the most important.

After cleaning the bird watching house, turning off the lights, closing the door, the two walked towards the yard.

There is still some time before the store closes, but now Zhu Lin doesn't need to be too busy in this store. Zhu Lin just needs to watch and have something to do.

Thank you everyone! The goal of 4000 monthly tickets has been achieved!