Mixed in the last days as a salted fish

Chapter 288 Privateer Fleet
The night of April Fool's Day is destined to be a sleepless night.

Early the next morning, Zhang Hao got up before seven o'clock, and then he didn't bother to brush his teeth and wash his face, so he called Bernard first.

"Bernard, can Professor Chen still be in touch?"

"Alas..." Bernard lamented, "Mr. Zhang, from last night until now, I have made more than 100 calls in total, and none of them have been connected."

"Besides the phone, is there any other contact channel?" Zhang Hao asked immediately.

"Mr. Zhang, all communication on Europa has been cut off, and there is no way to contact Professor Chen. But you don't have to worry too much. Professor Chen is in a non-combat zone, and he is a well-known person in the industry. There should be no major safety issues. "

Bernard tried to persuade.

Just a few days ago, Professor Chen was still visiting Germany and had no intention of returning. In just a few days, it should not be possible to appear in the Middle East.

Zhang Hao pursed his lips, and directly ordered: "Bernard, you can call the city later, and ask Mayor Chen to help you find a way. Professor Chen is the absolute core of our company, and there is no room for loss."

"Don't worry, I'll call later."

Bernard said solemnly.

If it is a general company, he and Professor Chen are definitely in a competitive relationship. If Professor Chen does not come back, he will be the best successor.

But Suguang Company is different. In a sense, it is a public welfare company. Everyone comes together for a common dream. The utilitarianism is not as strong as imagined.

In addition, Professor Chen was kind to him, and he hoped that the other party would return safely from the bottom of his heart.

Zhang Hao immediately changed the topic: "Bernard, since the war has broken out, for the sake of safety, our talent introduction plan may come to an end. I hope you can do a good job in dealing with the aftermath."

"Zhang Dong, don't you think about it again? According to past practice, the more turbulent the era, the more real talents can be recruited."

Bernard couldn't resist objecting.

The most typical example is the North American continent. Because of the two internal strife in Europa, it took the opportunity to attract a large number of top scientists. This created the great reputation of the Federation's first science and technology region, and it is far ahead of other regions. It can be said that it is thriving.

Zhang Hao shook his head resolutely: "Don't think about it, controllable nuclear fusion is a long-term project, it doesn't happen overnight, we don't have to rush it.

Besides, recruiting talents should be the job of the government. It is more effective for the government to move their fingers than to break our legs. East and West are two different social forms. Bernard, you have to adapt to it as soon as possible. "

"Okay, I'll look back and ask my colleagues in the company." Bernard accepted humbly.

"Okay, let's do this first! If there is news from Professor Chen, remember to notify me as soon as possible."

"I will." Bernard responded quickly.

……

After hanging up the phone, Zhang Hao immediately called Yu Yuehai from the WFP.

Director Yu took the lead and said, "Director Zhang, I was just about to call you too?"

"Director Yu, what can you do for me?"

Zhang Hao asked along the way.

"Mr. Zhang, I believe you have seen the news last night. Our ocean-going fleet is in danger. I hope you can think of a way."

Yu Yuehai cut to the chase.

Zhang Hao suddenly felt helpless: "Director Yu, you think too highly of me, what can I do as a businessman? This matter should be referred to the Navy."

"The navy is in disarray now, everyone is in danger, and they can't take care of the ocean-going fleet."

"Don't care about it? Including Southeast Fishery, that's tens of millions of tons of whale meat. Are you really willing?"

Zhang Hao couldn't believe it.

Yu Yuehai smiled wryly: "So what if you don't give up? The navy's primary task now is to prevent betrayal, and at the same time ensure the safety of coastal cities, especially the capital Zhucheng, where there is no room for loss."

You know, in order to deter the Europas, the military specially strengthened the strength of the Jibuti naval base, so that the defected naval fleet accounted for almost one-third of the entire navy.

No one could have predicted this, and the consequences were very serious.

"The people of Europa are not so courageous, are they?"

"If they were not very courageous, they would not have attacked the Dubai military base. Don't underestimate them." Yu Yuehai said earnestly.

"Director Yu, the only way I can think of now is to let the ocean-going fleet start returning as soon as possible. The ocean is so big, and it is the polar night environment, the probability of collision is not high.

In addition, we must be wary of the Westerners in the fleet, especially the Europeans. The navy is a lesson from the past, and we have to guard against them. "

Zhang Hao came up with a solution that was not a solution, which was the result of his whole night of thinking.

Yu Yuehai immediately praised: "Zhang Dong is thoughtful, this is indeed a good plan, but we can't do nothing."

"Oh? Director Yu, what do you mean?"

"Hey, Mr. Zhang, the thing is like this. In order to deal with the severe situation, our World Food Agency urgently hired a civilian armed fleet to go to the Southern Ocean for escort."

Zhang Hao asked puzzledly, "National?"

"Actually, they are privateer fleets on the high seas. Since the Europas are playing tricks, of course we have to accompany them to the end. Although these fleets are small in scale, they have rich combat experience..."

Hearing this, Zhang Hao interrupted directly:

"Director Yu, I have a doubt. Can these pirates be trusted? Let's not lure wolves into the house?"

Yu Yuehai quickly comforted him: "Mr. Zhang, don't worry, these privateer fleets are under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of the Navy and are semi-official organizations. They are absolutely trustworthy."

"In that case, I have no objection here."

Zhang Hao breathed a sigh of relief.

"Okay, Mr. Zhang, it's good if you agree. The only problem now is the military expenditure. Our food agency is short of funds. I wonder if your southeast fishery can share part of it?"

Yu Yuehai finally wanted to see him.

Zhang Hao couldn't help being surprised and said: "Director Yu, I don't understand, shouldn't the military be responsible for the military expenses?"

"Mr. Zhang, this is a privateer fleet. It is usually responsible for its own profits and losses. Not only does the military not need to pay for it, but it can also enjoy dividends. It is even more difficult for them to pay for it.

Besides, the war has broken out, and the military is short of money more than ever. They can't afford the money at all, so we can only figure it out on our own. "

Yu Yuehai quickly explained.

After all, the privateering fleet is illegal, so it is not suitable to be put on the table.

"What about the higher-ups? The higher-ups can't shirk responsibility, right?" Zhang Hao frowned.

"The higher-ups are also short of money. The meaning of Consul Ji's side is that we try our best to solve it internally."

"Internal solution? Well, how much military spending?"

As soon as he heard that this was the meaning of Consul Ji, Zhang Hao immediately confessed, so it doesn't matter to sell the other party's face.

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(End of this chapter)