Siheyuan: I earned foreign exchange in the heyday

Chapter 976 I’m going

Inside the canteen box of the automobile factory.

Chen Changan, Li Chenglin, and the leaders of the Jialing and Changan factories were eating and chatting.

Chen Changan doesn't drink. Business is more important. They can't eat until they get the information.

“Director Chen, although the chef in your factory makes braised dishes, this dish is pretty good.

But compared to our Sichuan cuisine, it still lacks some flavor.”

Chen Changan smiled and didn't comment further.

Which one is better, this braised dish or Sichuan cuisine, is entirely a matter of personal taste.

Every region has its own food culture, just like whether tofu pudding is eaten sweet or salty, or even salty.

Many people insist on fighting to the death, which is totally unnecessary. Existence is reasonable.

The two factory leaders had something on their minds and were anxious to go back and have the technicians master the technology as quickly as possible, as there were so many workers in the factory waiting for them.

After seeing off the two factory leaders, Chen Changan drove to the department again. When he walked into Uncle Nie's office again, Uncle Nie asked in surprise.

"Didn't you just leave? Why are you back?"

"Just now, when I was chatting with two factory leaders in the car, I suddenly thought of something. Let me tell you about it and see if it can be done.

If this can be accomplished, let alone saving a few military factories, I am afraid that even if all the military factories in our country were running at full capacity, they would not be able to produce enough.”

What Chen Changan said is really too big. Although there are no specific statistics, there are too many military factories across the country.

Even Uncle Nie couldn't believe that all the military factories were working at full capacity and could not produce enough.

"Tell me, what's going on?"

"The Iran-Iraq war is now in full swing. Especially since Iraq has already purchased some weapons from our country.

They are accustomed to our weapons and equipment. With the massive military reduction of one million, how many weapons are being eliminated?

Instead of keeping them in the warehouse, it would be better to sell these weapons to them cheaply.

As long as they use our weapons and become famous, their opponents will also come to us to buy weapons.

Moreover, they are Middle Eastern countries, and they are all very rich. Even if they have no money, it is still a good deal for us to exchange our oil for our stocks.”

Uncle Nie listened to what Chen Changan said and thought about it carefully.

“It’s a good idea, but why would they buy our equipment?

Besides, our country has always maintained a neutral position.

This blatant sale of weapons to two countries at war will be somewhat passive in international opinion.”

"Why buy our equipment? Just four words: large quantity and sufficient supply.

Imagine the torrent of steel during World War II, what kind of power was that?

The weapons of other countries are either bad or expensive, but ours are much cheaper and produced in sufficient quantities.

As for maintaining neutrality, that's easy. Both countries will always have allies or supporters, right?

They don’t sell directly to the warring parties, but to their allies. In this way, after the arms are sold, they can resell them and it has nothing to do with us.”

Uncle Nie laughed out loud on the spot.

"You, this is too bad, but I like it. But this is not a trivial matter.

We may need to send a delegation to make this happen. It’s not easy.”

This matter has nothing to do with Chen Changan. I am only responsible for giving advice.

Afterwards Chen Changan did not respond and just stood aside calmly.

"I think it would be safer for you to handle this matter in person."

Chen Changan was stunned on the spot. He was the one who came up with the idea, so why did he have to contribute in the end?

"Uncle Nie, do you want me to go to the Middle East to discuss this arms deal?"

"Of course, don't forget that you still have old friends in the Middle East.

And since this idea was proposed by you, I'm sure you already had it in mind.

This is not your first time to participate in arms negotiations. I believe that if you go there in person, you will definitely be able to save our country's military factories.

By the way, let our country also taste the huge profits of the arms trade."

Chen Changan was dumbfounded. Wasn’t he just digging his own grave?

He used to give suggestions often, and every time he gave an idea, other people would carry out the task. Why was it his turn this time?

The Middle East is not a good place. It is dry all year round, has serious desertification and high temperatures.

"Um, Uncle Nie, can you please send someone else? My skills are limited, so I hope I won't cause any trouble."

“I think you are the best candidate. This is not your first time negotiating arms, so you have some experience.

You are well aware of the current situation in the world, and few people are better than you in business negotiations, especially pricing.

After much thought, I feel that you are the best candidate, and there is no need to refuse. It is just a public travel for you, what's wrong with that?"

"Uncle Nie, I don't speak Arabic. I won't be able to pass the language barrier if I go there."

"Don't worry, I'll help you with the translation. I guarantee that this translation will satisfy you.

It has been so many years since the college entrance examination was reinstated, and we are no longer without talent like we were before."

"What about military equipment? I don't know much about a lot of it. I only know about guns and tanks, but nothing else."

"It's okay. I'm assigning you an advisor. If there's anything you don't understand, just ask him directly.

I believe the military is very willing to cooperate with you in exporting these weapons and equipment, especially to countries that are at war.

This is a great opportunity to verify the weapons and equipment. I'm afraid they won't be able to thank you soon enough."

This made Chen Changan speechless. He rushed over to offer advice, but ended up getting himself involved.

Looking at Chen Changan's bitter face, Uncle Nie said with a smile.

"Chang'an, I also know that the Middle East is not a good place, mainly because it is dangerous.

But to be honest, not many people have experience in arms trading, especially if you want to maximize your profits, you really have to do it.

In this way, I will not only provide you with an interpreter and a staff officer, but if you are willing, I will let Li Chenglin lead the special operations team of your car factory to protect your lives. Is this okay?"

Chen Changan looked at the sincere Mr. Nie and knew that this matter could not be undone. So he nodded and said.

"Okay, I agree to this. It's just the Middle East, not some dangerous place. I'll go there myself.

But I have to say this in advance: I can’t guarantee whether there will be orders or how much they will be.”

“Of course, no one can guarantee this matter, so even if there are no orders in the end, just treat it as a public travel.

You have made a lot of contributions to the country over the years, so let's just take a trip and relax."

"Okay, I'll go then."