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Chapter 106 Meeting Gift
Chapter 106 Meeting Gift
Since the failure of the joint development project with Israel on the "Phalcon" early warning aircraft, East Asia has been forced to move from importing technology to achieving full self-reliance in military technology development.
It is already quite surprising that Libya has developed the "Omar" missile with active attack capabilities based on the Shield 2000.
The ability to increase the range of the "Omar" missile from 500 kilometers to 1500 kilometers in such a short period of time demonstrates that Libya's scientific research capabilities have reached a level that cannot be ignored.
Compared to its scientific research capabilities, Libya's manufacturing strength has also exceeded the expectations of East Asia.
Libya under Colonel von Militaire also attempted to make progress in the industrial sector, but ultimately failed.
Libya not only has the ability to independently develop and manufacture its own products, but also possesses a considerable level of industrial capability, which has significantly elevated Libya's status in the East Asian diplomatic system.
When Qin Rui first came into contact with the Hand of Justice, he tentatively proposed leasing a Libyan port to East Asia to serve as a distribution center for East Asian goods in the Mediterranean region, and even in Europe and Africa.
At that time, the Numidian Brigade controlled a very limited area, and the situation in Libya was still unclear. The Numidian Brigade was just one of many forces in Libya, and East Asia did not place its bets on Libya.
Now that times have changed and the new Libyan government has taken control of the entire country, Ding Jian took the initiative to contact Qin Rui to inquire about the possibility of leasing the port.
Qin Rui was generous, allowing Ding Jian to choose any of the remaining port cities besides Tripoli and Benghazi, Libya's two largest cities, and Zawiya and Sidir, the two most important oil export ports.
Qin Rui thought Ding Jian would choose Misrata.
Unexpectedly, Ding Jian chose Soult.
As one of the cities in Libya most severely damaged by the war, Sirte is ranked relatively low in the reconstruction priorities of the new Libyan government, and reconstruction work has not yet fully commenced.
Ding Jian promised that if the port of Sirte is leased to an East Asian company for operation, the East Asian company will also be responsible for the reconstruction of Sirte.
"No troops will be stationed there?"
Qin Rui was slightly disappointed.
"President Qin, do you really want foreign troops stationed on Libyan soil?"
Ding Jian was helpless; stationing troops was out of the question.
East Asia has only one naval base in Djibouti, ostensibly for escort duties.
If East Asia were to station troops in Sirte, it could lead to a sharp deterioration in relations between East Asia and the Mediterranean countries, as well as between Britain and the United States.
The situation in the Mediterranean is complex. Not only do regional countries regard the Mediterranean as their core interest, but the United Kingdom and the United States, two countries outside the region, also have a large number of military bases in the Mediterranean and regard it as their core interest.
Libya currently has no navy, and its coast guard only has patrol boats of about 100 tons, making it virtually invisible.
Once the East Asian navy enters the Mediterranean, things will get really messed up.
"Yes, I'd love to. As long as you're willing to come, the rent is completely waived, or you can pay whatever you want."
Qin Rui was generous, sparing no expense to tie East Asia to Libya's war machine.
"If you put it that way, we won't dare to rent it."
Ding Jian was cautious and didn't fall for the trap.
East Asia's stance has always been clear: doing business is fine, but forming sworn brotherhoods is out of the question.
Qin Rui did not insist.
Take it easy.
Last year, trade disputes between East Asian companies and European companies over dumping and anti-dumping of solar photovoltaic products escalated to the point that they reached the International Court of Justice.
As East Asia's power gradually increases, similar trade disputes will become more and more frequent in the future.
To reduce trade disputes, East Asia will transfer some of its outdated production capacity abroad. If Sirte is leased to East Asia, a large number of East Asian companies will definitely set up factories in Sirte.
Qin Rui did not mind the outdated production capacity. East Asia's industry had also struggled from a state of poverty and backwardness to achieve its current prosperity.
The robotic arms at the Haruje factory have been upgraded to the third generation, which are more efficient, more stable and durable, and have fewer and fewer malfunctions.
In order to protect employment, East Asia is willing to sacrifice some production capacity and costs, forcibly suppressing the development of artificial intelligence, so that East Asian factories can provide more jobs for society.
Libya has no such concerns; problems that can be solved by machines will not be solved by manpower.
Given time, Libya may be able to become competitive in certain areas.
The idea of East Asia becoming the world's factory is out of the question. Once artificial intelligence develops to a certain level, regardless of whether East Asia is willing or not, many East Asian factories will have to transform into "lights-out" factories, preferring to bear the pressure of a wave of unemployment in order to maintain their product advantages.
Qin Rui would be satisfied if Libya could achieve something in certain areas.
This work has now begun.
Once the Simandou iron ore mine goes into production, Libya will have a stable supply of iron ore.
Guinea has abundant bauxite deposits.
With aluminum, steel, and Libyan oil, the direction for development is becoming increasingly clear.
Qin Rui was even more eager for Hummer to go into production than those potential customers who had pre-ordered the Hummer.
When Hummer goes into production, Qin Rui will definitely make Christopher dance, and won't let Musk have all the glory.
A week ago, Hummer opened pre-orders on its official website.
In just one week, more than 20 people have pre-ordered Hummer vehicles through the Hummer official website, and the demand remains high.
Although reservations are free, the enthusiasm shown by East Asian netizens for Hummer has surprised everyone.
Enboci: Hummer's rebirth in the East.
Whether the Hummer with Libyan heritage can truly win over consumers remains to be seen.
Yahoo: Hummer is becoming one of the most anticipated brands among East Asian consumers.
The CEO of a domestic SUV brand, in an interview with reporters, made a sarcastic remark: Hummer should act according to the purchasing power of East Asian consumers.
Qin Rui ignored the rumors and gossip.
Since so many consumers have shown their love for Hummer, Qin Rui instructed Douglas that after the pre-order event ends, Hummer East Asia Company will randomly select 10 lucky customers from those who have pre-ordered Hummers and give each of them a Hummer as a gift.
Qin Rui was also surprised that after the Hummer East Asia Company held a meeting, it was suggested that the number of lucky customers be reduced from 10 to 1, and that instead of giving away a Hummer, they be given a one-year usage right.
Hummer East Asia's reasoning was to emphasize Hummer's high-end attributes and not associate the Hummer brand with cheap marketing.
Qin Rui's attitude was completely opposite to that of Hummer East Asia Company.
Although a year's usage right is more attractive than a "200 yuan Ferrari voucher", it still cannot reflect the sincerity of the Hummer brand.
During the pre-order phase alone, more than 20 people have expressed interest in the Hummer.
Offering a one-year usage right could potentially increase the event's reach to 200 million people.
If a Hummer were given away as a gift, the brand's reach could potentially extend to 2000 million people.
After the Hummer is produced domestically, the expected price is between 30 and 80 yuan.
Even if all costs are calculated at the highest level of 80, the total cost of the event will not exceed 800 million.
Qin Rui will consider this 800 million yuan as a gift to East Asian car enthusiasts.