Reinventing the Millennium.

Chapter 377 Sincere to Each Other (Two in One)

The fragrance of tea is overflowing, and politics and business are fish in water.

The meeting room was filled with quiet and peaceful thinking.

It stands to reason that such a large semiconductor project should be supported financially, which is also normal.

Lin'an received the news that after learning about the fab, they immediately squeezed out the budget, which was 5 million.

However, as the visiting president disclosed that the project budget exceeded the estimated 100 billion yuan, his own investment psychology was broken down.

Wu Nianyi is very clear about the city's finances. This year's Lin'an city's budget expenditure is 163.59 billion, and now it is only halfway through the year, and the budget has already exceeded the budget.

Just the 5 million was squeezed out by squeezing left and right.

Yes, the semiconductor project is very big and important, but with so many fields in the city, are other aspects not important?

The money has been spent here and there, how to explain other aspects?

Medical care, transportation, agriculture, etc., all need money.

Wu Nianyi calmed down a little, and said with a smile: "We in Lin'an will definitely support Fang Zong to settle the project here, whether it is funds, land, talent attraction, resettlement of employees' families, etc., as long as we need it, we will support it."

Fang Zhuo nodded happily, this is the taste of his hometown.

Wu Nianyi changed the subject: "However, Mr. Fang, the investment in this place you mentioned can easily be 20 or [-] billion. The difference between the first and the second is huge. What is the specific method?"

Fang Zhuo nodded silently. After all, it was his second hometown, so he understood.

He pondered and said: "The semiconductor industry has a lot of investment, especially the various equipment purchased in the early stage is very expensive. This is a matter that really needs cash. It is impossible for a fab to work halfway and then wait for money to buy equipment. The risk is too great. , and it is difficult to retain talents.”

"Our country itself lacks talents in this industry. We have started to let headhunters look for them around the world. Baodao, Singapore, Japan, South Korea, and the United States all need funds."

"In order to save money, we will purchase second-hand equipment as appropriate."

"So, Mayor Wu, cash is indeed more important."

Fang Zhuo mentioned the real difficulties, not because he wants the lion to open his mouth, but because this fab is the gold-swallowing monster.

The happy time is always so short, and the atmosphere in the conference room gradually becomes serious with the words of the young president.

After Fang Zhuo explained the reason, he continued to talk about the investment issue: "If it is another project, the more local investment the better, I may wish that 100% of it is local money, but the fab involves international equipment procurement. It is necessary to introduce foreign capital to reduce the risk of blockade, so the ratio of 20 billion was set.”

The young president didn't play sloppy, and directly showed his request of 20 billion, implying that he didn't ask for more.

He could clearly see the Lin'an leaders on the opposite side swallowing in unison, knowing that this number might be a little surprising.

But, no way!
Fang Zhuo took another sip of tea, spit out the tea leaves sticking to his mouth, and sighed: "I know that the city may be a little tight financially. After all, our project came quite suddenly. The society is developing, and money is needed in all aspects. .”

Meng Xianghe nodded and said: "That's true, Mr. Fang, you have done projects in Lin'an, and you should know our situation better."

Fang Zhuo said yes, and frowned slightly: "But even so, I think the semiconductor industry is worth investing in."

When things are important, there must always be an order.

Fang Zhuo saw it this way from his own point of view, but he wasn't sure what Lin'an thought.

He can only speak his mind, trying to find a like-minded friend.

As for how to find it, of course it depends on how much your friends are willing to pay.

Wu Nianyi and Meng Xianghe exchanged a few words in a low voice.

Fang Zhuo waited for a while, and re-introduced the identity of Yu Jun, an associate professor at Fudan University, and let him introduce the prospects of the semiconductor industry and fab projects.

He reckoned that Lin'an should have found a professional to understand it, but from his own point of view, he will give a popular science explanation, and by the way, it will also give the other party time to think.

Associate Professor Yu Jun was not stage frightened at all, and was even a little excited. He explained semiconductors and fabs in simple terms as usual in class, and took SMIC as an example to express his optimism for the development of the industry.

In fact, he didn't have too much salary as a project consultant this time, and now it's just a normal analysis of the future by an industry person.

The development of SMIC has really given a lot of confidence to domestic industry practitioners, especially, the news of the listing is now even more exciting.

The associate professor talked eloquently.

Fang Zhuo took this time to observe the expression of the opposite leader.

He has already sensed Lin'an's difficulty and prudence in terms of funds, or else he prefers Yangcheng in his heart, where the economy is more developed and funds should be more abundant.

In fact, if it weren't for the fact that Shencheng already has a young and beautiful SMIC, the "Ice Drink Project" can try to win over there, regardless of talent, capital, urban development, and industrial clusters.

After Associate Professor Yu Jun finished his speech, the two big leaders nodded slightly and said a few words on the scene, and then asked Director Liu of the Municipal Office to also speak, introducing Lin'an's support for the semiconductor project in all aspects.

Fang Zhuo listened carefully to the content.

The land provided by Lin'an is rent-free. In terms of taxation, they are willing to give a "3+3" policy, that is, the first three years are exempted, and the next three years are halved. As for other aspects, such as talent introduction and employees' families, there are also arrangements.

Fang Zhuo's voice sounded unsatisfactory.

In terms of how good it is, it is not as good as the treatment that Shencheng gave SMIC three years ago.

To say how bad it was, a lot of preferential conditions were also given, Fang Zhuo had never felt this kind of warmth before.

"Mr. Fang, we in Lin'an are very sincere, and we also believe in Mr. Fang's ability." Wu Nianyi waited for the opposite party to digest the information for a while before slowly saying, "We will fight for the funds with the finance department, but the city is really I'm nervous. See if this works, and let the bank give us more loans, so that we can maximize resources."

Bank loans are a way, but it should be a regular condition, like Shencheng, where investment is also invested, and loans are also given.

What the "Ice Drink Project" needs now is to bind the shareholders. If it is replaced by a loan, it is well said now. In case of any situation, the bank will be stuck, and it will be very passive.

The money invested by shareholders is real investment, and the bank has to pay it back no matter how interest-free it is.

If SMIC, the industry benchmark, encounters difficulties, it is guaranteed that the bank will not be allowed to take a loan or not renew the loan, which will add trouble.

Fang Zhuo thought so, with a smile still on his face: "Yes, Mayor Wu, I can feel our sincerity in Lin'an. Regarding the funds, we can discuss and confirm again. I will go to look at the land in the afternoon."

Wu Nianyi breathed a sigh of relief, and said happily: "You have to see the land, and you have to eat. It's getting late. Let's go, Mr. Fang. Let's eat first. Only when we're full can we have the strength to do things."

"Hahaha, I've been chanting a mouthful of authentic scallion buns for a long time." Fang Zhuo laughed.

Director Liu in the back seat changed his color slightly, and quickly took out his mobile phone to send a text message. The lunch preparations were all West Lake Vinegar Fish, Longjing Shrimp... Who is free to get scallion fried dough sticks wrapped in dough cakes!

The hosts and guests in the conference room got up and left the meeting talking and laughing. Not everyone in Lin'an participated in the lunch, and two people were left to summarize the negotiation information, so that other leaders who were not present could make a judgment on it.

Just when the group from Shencheng was talking and laughing with the leaders of Lin'an during lunch time, the city's finance and other departments, who had been waiting for a long time, got the latest news and made an assessment on it.

The most important one is the 20 billion investment!

20 billion, one project!
One project, 20 billion!
It's just nonsense!

Liao Qiliang, the director of the city's finance department, immediately changed his face when he heard the number, and controlled his emotions to pat the table lightly: "Mayor Li, you know the financial situation in the city, and this Fang Zhuo is too arrogant! We still treat him as a God of Wealth! I think he regards us as God of Wealth!"

Li Dingguo, the deputy mayor of Lin'an, presided over the analysis meeting. He pondered and said, "People have invested more by themselves, asking for prices all over the place, and paying back the money on the ground."

"He is so full of the sky!" Liao Qiliang shook his head again and again, "He said that, he said that there are already 5 million US dollars, so there are really 5 million US dollars? Can't you guarantee that the empty gloves are white wolves!"

Liao Qiliang talked more and more vigorously: "Where did he get so much money, I read some rich list, it is impossible to have so much! Mayor Li, we have to be careful!"

Li Dingguo thought about it and said: "It's not all my own money, the rich are just those who have the ability to attract investment."

The secretary on the other side said: "The most important thing is whether this project can be completed. In the past two days, I have asked many teachers from Zhejiang University. The semiconductor industry needs both capital and technology. After all, Fang Zhuo didn't do it before. This."

These words pointed out the worries in everyone's hearts.

Let's say, 2 million, 5 million, if you squeeze it out, you will come out. After all, he is the richest man in Shencheng, so he still has face and protection.

However, when this number increased to 20 billion, the weight of "Shencheng's richest man" quickly decreased, and other aspects had to be weighed more.

Why is Shencheng willing to invest in SMIC?

Because SMIC is led by Zhang Rujing, an expert who has been immersed in semiconductors for more than 20 years!

What about Fang Zhuo?
Although he is a successful entrepreneur, although he is a little younger, everyone recognizes his business ability and his sense of social responsibility, but this is different from the semiconductor project.

What if the project doesn't succeed and people pat their ass and leave, what should I do with this mess?
These are all very realistic considerations.

To be a little more cautious, whoever dares to make a decision to guarantee an investment of 20 billion yuan for entrepreneurs who do cross-industry projects will be responsible for his success or failure.

Li Dingguo nodded silently, put his fingers on the table, and thought for a while: "Finance squeezes the budget again, and we also sent people to Shencheng to understand the situation of SMIC on the spot. This matter should not be rushed, and it is easy to make mistakes."

Director Liao Qiliang sighed and said, "Okay, but the city is indeed very nervous. I'm not complaining. The expenditure in the middle of the year has already run out."

Li Dingguo frowned: "Why is there so much nonsense, who is not nervous? You are nervous, are they not nervous about the project? If such a project is okay, it is a great thing!"

"Okay, okay, I'll squeeze in, the project is fine, and the city will pay for everything." Liao Qiliang still expressed his opinion.

The small meeting lasted for two hours, and it was not until the people from Shencheng, accompanied by the leader, went to see the place that the meeting ended and they had lunch.

In the afternoon, the leaders and the president watched the scene in person, and they were all sweating under the heat of July.

After a short break in the evening, both sides discussed each other's situation.

Wait until dinner time, eat and chat, drink and chat.

At the dinner table, there were a lot of wine and wine, and the atmosphere was warm. On behalf of the city, Wu Nianyi made an amendment to an important condition, increasing the investment budget from 5 million to 7 million.

He patted his chest in public and said that the project must go smoothly in Lin'an, and the talents and family members of the fab must feel at home here.

The atmosphere of Huaxia's wine table is that kind, that kind, that kind of scene that is hard to refuse.

When Wu Nianyi finished speaking and drank a glass of wine first, Fang Zhuo was very passive. Especially, everyone was looking at him, waiting to express his opinion intentionally or unconsciously. Leaders like Mayor Wu are so proactive and face-to-face. ...

Fang Zhuo could only raise his glass and said with a smile: "Don't talk about others, I immediately felt at home in Lin'an. I came here from Shencheng. I am very cautious about this semiconductor project. Not enough to hold up and function."

"The leaders of Lin'an are so caring and supportive of our project. I, Fang Zhuo, are grateful from the bottom of my heart. I can't drink this glass of wine alone. Come, Professor Yu, Teacher Zeng."

Fang Zhuo glanced at his own people and said, "This glass of wine is for Mayor Wu from our project team."

All 11 members of the project team drank a glass of wine.

Fang Zhuo poured himself a second cup and said with a smile, "This second cup is our thanks to all the leaders in Lin'an and Zhejiang for caring about our project. There is really nothing to repay, and it's all in the wine."

A group of people stood up for the second time.

This time, the leaders of Lin'an also returned to the wine, and the scene was very lively for a while, and the statement on the spot was so-so.

In the evening, the wine party drank a little too much, but Fang Zhuo and his party returned to the hotel for another summary meeting.

The conditions here in Lin'an are basically clear.

7 billion investment.

Land rent-free.

Tax 3+3, the first 3 are tax-free, and the last 3 are halved.

For the introduction of talents, foreign employees outside the province have subsidies, and their families can be assigned to work.

Banks can provide interest-free loans, and the local Lin'an Bank and China Construction Bank can currently provide 10+8 loans.

There are many kinds of conditions, covering many aspects.

Most of the team was fine with that.

"The attitude of the leader of Lin'an is really good. It's okay to give such a condition in a hurry." Fang Zhuo concluded.

Liu Yangyang nodded. She knew all the leaders she met today, but it was the first time she saw so many smiles from them. She didn't expect that the first day would go smoothly.

"But we still have to go to the next one to take a look and give time so that the leaders don't have to be in such a hurry and let the leaders think more about it." Fang Zhuo said thoughtfully.

Associate Professor Yu Jun was drinking tea to hangover, choking on a sip of tea and coughing again and again.

Fang Zhuo said with emotion: "The main thing is the money, 20 billion is really hard for a hero."

Lecturer Zeng Xiaoyang asked: "Is it really worth 20 billion? Is this the bottom line?"

Fang Zhuo glanced at it, didn't answer the question, just smiled and said: "Mr. Zeng, drink tea, you can see that your face turns red."

The evening wrap-up will end.

The project team did not leave Lin'an on the second day, and the itinerary was to fly to Yangcheng on the third day.

The next day, the two sides are still in contact with each other.

When Fang Zhuo was about to leave for Yangcheng on the third day, the director of the city office who came to see off the plane hurriedly answered the phone and told the young president that the investment amount in the city had mentioned 8 million, and the tax rate was 4+4.

Fang Zhuo immediately thanked, and said extremely sincerely: "The multi-party inspection of the project is not just my idea. After all, I have recruited other organizations, and I still have to look at their opinions."

"However, Director Liu, don't worry, I have feelings for us in Lin'an. I, Fang Zhuo, started my registration network here and have always regarded this place as my hometown."

"No matter what, I give priority to Lin'an."

The young president led the project team to board the plane and fly to the taller, more handsome and richer Yangcheng.

Director Liu saw the backs of them leaving, and couldn't help but sighed to the left and right: "This little Fang is always okay, and he is the first time to come to Ann when he has a project, and he is very sincere in his words and deeds."

The person next to him nodded and said, "How else can he succeed at such a young age?"

(End of this chapter)