Mixed in the last days as a salted fish

Chapter 335 Sea Level Drop

After the reporter group finished their interviews, Zhang Hao called Chen Yiting, He Yong, Huicheng Mayor Cao Fumin, Xiangshan Mayor Lai Jun and others together, and used the time of the car ride to have a small meeting together.

Otherwise, the three-hour drive would be too wasteful.

There is only one theme of the meeting, and that is how to accelerate the integration process of the Greater Capital Circle, which is one of the top ten governance goals left by Ye Ji Zhangqiu.

"Old Chen, when will the other cross-city subways be open to traffic?" Zhang Hao asked.

Chen Yiting immediately reported: "Zhuhui Metro Line [-] is nearing completion and will be open to traffic before the end of the year at the latest; the subway from Zhucheng to Shencheng will be officially opened to traffic in August next year according to the plan;

The subway from Zhucheng to Xiangcheng is estimated to take two years. In addition, the subway line from Zhucheng to Jianglu and the subway line from Zhucheng to Guancheng have already broken ground. If all goes well, 104 years ago , should be ready for use. "

"With so many large projects, we must ensure construction safety." Zhang Hao immediately emphasized.

"Don't worry, we will definitely strengthen management."

Chen Yiting hastily agreed.

Zhang Hao nodded with a smile: "Once these lines are opened to traffic, the entire Zhuwan District will become a 24-hour living circle, which can not only accommodate more people, but also significantly improve economic vitality."

In fact, in addition to Huicheng, major local cities are also frantically building subways. On the one hand, it is to increase infrastructure construction, stimulate the economy, and alleviate employment problems;

On the other hand, it is also to prepare for a rainy day in order to deal with the imminent crisis.

It is undeniable that if the average temperature of Blue Star continues to drop, coupled with increasingly severe sandstorms, human beings may really have to move to live underground.

He Yong immediately followed up and said: "Yes, the pressure of immigration has been increasing in recent years, and everyone is running to our side, which is really a headache."

"Immigration...is indeed a big problem that cannot be ignored, but fortunately, a good foundation has been laid in the past ten years. We only need to follow the route set by Consul Ji, step by step, and I believe that this problem will be solved in the end. "

Zhang Hao took the opportunity to express his attitude.

He believed that the content of the meeting just now would be delivered to Ji Zhangqiu tonight.

"Yes, there are always more solutions than difficulties."

"We are not like some Westerners who only shrink back when encountering difficulties. They never want to solve difficulties, but only want to solve the people who create difficulties."

The person who spoke was obviously implying the misdeeds of the Europas in the African continent.

Zhang Hao waved his hand: "It's good that everyone has confidence!"

After talking about the subway, Lai Jun, the mayor of Xiangshan, immediately posed a difficult problem: "Consul, this year is a rare opportunity, and I want to report a problem to you."

"What's the problem?" Zhang Hao asked casually.

"Relying on its status as the capital, Zhucheng directly took the large piece of land at the mouth of the Pearl River into its own arms, causing us to lose the mouth of the sea. Tolerate."

Lai Jun said angrily.

In the past ten years, due to the continuous expansion of the polar ice caps, the sea level has dropped by about 30 meters, so that a large area of ​​land has been exposed at the mouth of the Pearl River.

It adds up to 1000 to [-] square kilometers.

In the Pearl River Delta, where every inch of land is precious, it is simply an astonishing fortune that is within easy reach.

As soon as Lai Jun's words fell, others immediately followed up and expressed their indignation, especially Cao Fumin, the mayor of Huicheng City, who also lost their way to the sea.

Who would have imagined that the starting point of the majestic Maritime Silk Road and the local business center would turn into an inland city. How can there be any reason for this?
Chen Yiting quickly retorted: "You are looking for trouble for nothing, you are making small circles, and you have said that you will promote the integrated construction of the metropolitan area. No matter whether it is a port or a transportation line, no one will stop you from using it."

"Old Chen, you are trying to make excuses."

Cao Fumin slapped his thigh hard.

Can it be the same thing if you don't have your own port and you are subject to others everywhere?
Lai Jun stared at Chen Yiting, and said loudly: "Old Chen, you must be conscientious in life. Our requirements are not high, we only need a port."

"Hey, everyone, don't get excited, and speak slowly if you have something to say."

Zhang Hao quickly persuaded him.

Chen Yiting spread his hands, and said helplessly, "Old Zhang, it's not that I'm messing around. They didn't object when the boundary was drawn the year before last. It's been two years now, and it's a bit unjustifiable to use this as an argument, isn't it?"

"Hehe, I'm talking about Old Chen. Everyone knows what happened two years ago. Don't pretend to be confused." Cao Fumin said meaningfully.

This matter is very simple to say. It is not that they did not raise objections in the past two years, but under the strong suppression of Consul Ji, they could only accept it passively.

Now that the consul has been replaced, regardless of whether it is useful or not, let's throw out the dispute first, and say that there is milk for crying children, and there may be unexpected gains.

At least there is nothing to lose.

Chen Yiting shrugged: "This matter is already an established fact, it's too late to say anything now. And we have already made a comprehensive plan for Lingding New District, it is impossible to give up in vain just because of your few complaints."

Lingding New District is the piece of land at the mouth of the Pearl River.

Cao Fumin also knew that it was useless to argue with the other party, so he put his hope on Zhang Hao:
"Consul, you must decide this matter for us. No matter what, the 300 million people in Huicheng must not lose their access to the sea."

After all, the new consul is also from Huicheng.

Zhang Hao smiled, and quickly comforted him: "Old Cao, don't worry, I'm on your side in this matter, Huicheng really needs an outlet to the sea."

"Consul, and we Xiangshan."

Lai Jun saw that there was something going on, and quickly reminded him.

When Chen Yiting saw this, he immediately became anxious: "Consul, Lingding New District was established under the leadership of Consul Ji, and even the name was chosen by him personally..."

Zhang Hao waved his hand and interrupted:
"Old Chen, listen to me. Now that the Lingding New District has been established, there is no need to split it up. What I mean is, simply upgrade the Lingding New District to a federal-level new district under the jurisdiction of your Pearl City. Everyone in Lingding New districts enjoy the same development rights."

In fact, this is a kind of test for Ji Zhangqiu. Even if the test is unsuccessful, he can still gain the favor of the surrounding cities.

In a word: benefit without cost.

Hearing this, Chen Yiting immediately said in his heart: "Amazing!"

There are three major advantages to doing this:

One is to transfer the development zone of Lingding New District from the local government to the central government, which consolidates the centralization of power;

The second is to win over several surrounding cities, especially Huicheng, Shencheng and Xiangcheng, all of which are powerful megacities with far-reaching influence;

The last point is that there is very little resistance to this matter. Without the support of the consul, no matter how strong their Pearl City is, they will not be able to match the attacks of the surrounding cities.

On the contrary, Cao Fumin and others were overjoyed. Although they didn't get access to the sea, they at least took off the tight rings on their heads.

In the future, you don't have to worry about being controlled by others.

"Consul, this is a good idea, and we strongly support it." Cao Fumin wished he could call several brother cities on the spot, and everyone would promote this policy together.

"Great, that's fair."

Lai Jun glanced at Chen Yiting.

Zhang Hao smiled, then looked at Chen Yiting: "Old Chen, what do you think of this proposal?"

"This... There is a lot involved in this, I can't answer it for the time being, I need to go back to a meeting to discuss it."

Chen Yiting adopted the dragging formula.

"Okay, this matter is not urgent, let's talk about it later."

Zhang Hao waved his hand.

He doesn't need to take action on this matter. I believe that Cao Fumin and others are more anxious than him. The key is Ji Zhangqiu's attitude. As long as the other party does not object, it will be 100% possible.

Next, everyone talked about the development of energy in the Middle East. Although Ji Zhangqiu took back the oil and gas fields, he hadn't had time to share the cake.

All parties have long been sharpening their swords.

Zhang Hao is not a novice, and the conflict of interests is very complicated. He can't intervene rashly, so let Fan Zhenxiang, the chief executive, handle it!

"Everyone, there are only so many oil fields in the Middle East, and the competition must be extremely fierce. I suggest that you have multiple choices, and don't just focus on the Middle East."

"Oh? Consul, what do you mean?"

Zhang Hao didn't hold back, and said bluntly: "Now is a good time to develop the other side. You might as well change your thinking and choose an easier target."

Unlike in the dream, in the real world, due to the economic crisis in the past few years, the progress of the development of the other side has been greatly hindered, and it has not yet recovered.

"The other side?"

Everyone couldn't help showing hesitation.

Compared with the oil and gas fields in the Middle East, investing in the opposite shore not only requires rebuilding infrastructure, but also makes mining more difficult. It is definitely not the first choice.

He Yong smiled suddenly: "Everyone listen to me, as early as ten years ago, His Excellency the Consul suggested investing in offshore oil wells in the Gulf of Mexico. Looking back now, the state has gained a lot."

Others naturally knew about it, but they didn't expect that the initiator was actually His Excellency the Consul.

Zhang Hao waved his hand and said modestly: "I just said it casually at the time, thanks to the support of Governor Li at that time, who is now the Minister of Communications, this is why I have a series of achievements later."

"Consul, is it really profitable to invest on the other side?" Everyone looked sideways.

"Of course, it's definitely profitable." Zhang Hao nodded solemnly, "It's not without reason that the other side is known as the chosen place. If I remember correctly, its total proven reserves of mineral resources have been ranked first in the Federation for many years." One, there’s a lot to do here.”

"But volcanic ash?"

"The eruption intensity of the Yellowstone volcano has become weaker and weaker. I believe it will stop erupting in a few years. Now is the best time to get involved."

Zhang Hao is not just talking about it.

According to the memory in the dream, within two years, the Yellowstone volcano will stop erupting.

He Yong first stated: "Consul, our Guangdong Province government is willing to be the first to eat crabs."

"You have already eaten the crab legs, and now you want to eat the fattest crab paste."

Zhang Hao joked with a smile.

"Haha, I hope so!"

He Yong smiled very happily.

His predecessor, Minister Li, was promoted to the central government because of his outstanding political achievements, and it was still a key department of the Ministry of Communications. He wanted to copy the path the other party had traveled.

Seeing this, the others were also eager to make a move, expressing that they would consider it carefully.

Zhang Hao didn't force it, he just wanted to sell everyone a favor and get some favorability. As for whether he can seize the opportunity, it depends on the courage of these people.

……

At lunch time, everyone ate on the subway.

In order not to leave any taste, they ate whole grain bread, which was hard and dry. Yang Huaqing was not used to it, but Zhang Hao ate it with relish.

In the dream, he had eaten bread with sawdust and straw, which was a hundred times worse than coarse-grain bread. People with bad teeth usually chewed until their mouths were full of blood.

He still remembers it vividly, the feeling of pain and satisfaction is really addictive.

At one forty in the afternoon, the train finally reached the terminal.

After leaving the subway station, the group went to inspect two other subway construction sites. In order to show closeness to the people, Zhang Hao even went down to the underground construction site.

The inspection is over, on the way back.

With red eyes, Yang Huaqing secretly pinched her husband's arm, and couldn't help complaining, "I told you to be brave, what if something happens to you?"

"Don't worry, there are secret service personnel following, I don't even want to take risks." Zhang Hao rubbed his arms, and quickly comforted him, "We just circled around the entrance of the cave, and didn't go deep at all. What danger could there be?"

"Don't let me go next time, we are husband and wife, we should face the danger together."

Yang Huaqing said seriously.

Zhang Hao smiled wryly and nodded: "I really didn't mean to push you away on purpose. The main reason is that the air down there is bad and dirty. I'm afraid you won't be able to take it!"

"I'm not even afraid of my life, but mere dust?"

Yang Huaqing said unhappily.

"Okay, don't be angry, I promise there will be no next time." Zhang Hao responded, patting his chest.

Yang Huaqing sighed, and immediately changed the topic: "Husband, I just went to the family area to look around, and found that the workers here are living a miserable life. It stands to reason that their jobs are not bad, and they should be enough to support a family. "

"Cough, it is estimated that a black intermediary is behind it."

Zhang Hao replied.

In the dream, he also suffered a lot, and he knew it clearly.

Under the official requirements, many companies have both the task of solving employment problems and the pressure to reduce production costs. Against such a background, dispatch workers, or temporary workers, have achieved great development.

As a result, black intermediaries emerge in endlessly.

Yang Huaqing frowned suddenly: "Black intermediary? Then why don't the relevant departments take care of it?"

"What do you want me to do if you love me?"

Zhang Hao shook his head.

For many people, the most important thing is to have a stable job, and everything else can be compromised.

In the final analysis, there are still too few job opportunities.

"Is it just letting it go?"

Zhang Hao was full of helplessness: "Where there is demand, there will be a market. This kind of thing cannot be managed. If you intervene forcefully, it will be those temporary workers who will suffer in the end.

Let me tell you this, these temporary workers are basically migrants, and only they are willing to be squeezed by black intermediaries. If the black intermediaries are really banned, these job opportunities will not fall to them at all. "

"What kind of nonsense are you doing?"

Yang Huaqing said depressedly.

"Hey, my wife, this is the reality. Many things exist for a reason. We can't just rely on subjective assumptions and end up doing bad things with good intentions."

Zhang Hao said earnestly.

Yang Huaqing put on a downcast face: "Even if what you say is reasonable, the existence of black intermediaries is inherently wrong. You can't keep being wrong, right?"

"Of course, when the unemployment rate drops, black intermediaries will naturally disappear."

Zhang Hao said casually.

At least in the next ten years, this phenomenon will not disappear.

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(End of this chapter)