“Let’s go, let’s go take a look at the industrial development zone again.”
Xu Zhao said.
“Okay.”
Lao Ma definitely wanted to learn about the industrial level of Jinghai City.
Afterwards, the two went to the industrial zone.
They visited some factories related to the auto industry.
Including car hubs, tires, radiators, batteries, interiors, etc.
Although there were no core auto components, it proved that Jinghai City had a certain manufacturing capability.
By the way, there was also a battery manufacturer.
“Our workers’ quality is definitely no problem, as for management, I can stay out of it.”
“I only have one requirement, that auto parts are purchased from Longguo, and within five years, it must reach over 90%.”
Xu Zhao said.
Putting forward this requirement was not out of consideration for the big picture.
But to attract suppliers from all over the country.
In time, a portion of the suppliers would definitely come to build factories in Jinghai City for convenience.
Forming a cluster effect.
“As long as you can provide qualified parts, I can agree to this requirement.”
Lao Ma said.
If Longguo was unable to provide parts, or if they were unqualified, he would not be polite.
“You can rest assured about this, apart from engines and mechanical transmissions, other auto parts in Longguo have reached leading levels.”
Xu Zhao said.
Lao Ma nodded slightly.
Electric vehicles don’t need engines and mechanical transmissions.
Meaning, Longguo could provide all parts except for those, it was actually a good thing for cost.
Afterwards, Xu Zhao mentioned some policies and the convenience of loans.
After listening, Lao Ma couldn’t help but feel conflicted.
Jinghai City’s hardware, policies, and loans didn’t have much of an advantage.
At most, it was a draw with other cities.
Lao Ma valued Xu Zhao’s personal advantage the most.
He knew that a visionary leader was very important to a project.
Because he himself was a guy who created miracles.
Moreover, in Longguo, Xu Zhao was a leader who controlled the power of the local region, Jinghai City was basically under his control.
His personal will was very important.
“Secretary Xu, I need to think about it again.”
Lao Ma couldn’t make a decision immediately.
“No problem, you can contact me anytime if needed.”
Xu Zhao smiled slightly.
Then he had Zhang Zhenfei hail a taxi and sent Lao Ma back to the hotel.
Having biked for a few hours, Lao Ma was already exhausted.
He wanted to test his endurance against Xu Zhao, but Xu Zhao remained relaxed the entire time.
Lao Ma had to admit defeat and obediently took the car back.
After getting in, he saw Xu Zhao still riding his bike through the rearview mirror, looking very leisurely.
Lao Ma rubbed his sore legs, unable to help but exclaim: “Your Secretary Xu’s physique really is extraordinary, he could go to the Ironman Triathlon.”
Zhang Zhenfei said: “Secretary Xu is not a traditional leader, he is young, likes sports, likes new things. At the same time, he has strong leadership ability and accurate vision. He saw the unusual nature of Tesla from among many electric car companies......”
He praised Xu Zhao a lot.
He praised Xu Zhao, of course, to help persuade Lao Ma.
After listening, Lao Ma thought: He could find my company, meaning he really did research.
Then he asked: “Did you only contact me?”
Zhang Zhenfei said: “Of course, Secretary Xu wasn’t interested in other electric car companies. He said if Tesla didn’t come, he would rather establish his own brand.”
This guy reacted quickly, and lying was easy for him.
Xu Zhao did only contact Tesla, but he never said that he wanted to establish his own brand.
“I still need to think about it.”
Although Lao Ma was very tempted, he still couldn’t make a decision.
...
Lao Ma originally planned to stay in Jinghai City for three days.
But after being moved by Xu Zhao, he stayed for over a week, conducting more thorough and detailed investigations.
He finally came to a conclusion: Xu Zhao didn’t lie.
Jinghai City’s ranking in Longguo wasn’t high, but its construction level had reached the standard.
It was sufficient to support Tesla building and developing a factory there.
So Lao Ma only had one problem left.
Should he pursue extreme hardware and look for a better city?
Or should he trust Xu Zhao’s personal ability?
Xu Zhao’s personal ability was equivalent to a city’s CPU.
“Secretary Xu, I want to ask you a question, how long can you be the party secretary?”
Lao Ma asked.
This was undoubtedly a very critical question.
Even if Xu Zhao was very capable, he had to stay in this position.
“I took office four months ago, and unless something unexpected happens, I can be in office for ten years.”
Xu Zhao said.
“Ten years, enough to complete my next plan.”
Lao Ma nodded slightly.
“I’m confident I can be re-elected for ten years. If you join, and enhance my city’s economy, then my confidence will be even greater. As for my personal integrity, you don’t need to worry, I’m personally not interested in money.”
Xu Zhao said.
“I can tell that you’re different from ordinary Longguo officials. When I was investigating other cities, they were always followed by a bunch of people, subordinates, assistants. You’re the first, to take me on a solo investigation and even ride a bike with me.”
Lao Ma chuckled.
“Longguo people are always more formal towards foreign guests, they want no merit but also no demerit.”
Xu Zhao explained.
“Then why are you so casual with me, a foreign guest?”
Lao Ma asked with interest.
“That, maybe it’s because I’m more confident, I’m not afraid of taking on some unexpected things.”
Xu Zhao said with a smile.
Lao Ma looked at his confident smile and thought: This Secretary Xu is truly extraordinary.
The impression he got from other Longguo officials was more of a commanding presence, controlling the overall situation.
A sense of steadiness and caution, with a commanding presence without anger.
Although they were also very enthusiastic towards Lao Ma, it was only limited to meeting and shaking hands.
After shaking hands, they would exude an aura that was difficult to approach, as if there was an invisible wall separating the official from the businessman.
Even Longguo businessmen who were accompanying them, were like followers beside them.
But there was absolutely no such pressure from Xu Zhao.
“Okay, I agree to build a factory in Jinghai City!”
Lao Ma suddenly made a decision.
This decision was not entirely rational, but came with a bit of impulsiveness.
“Really, congratulations on making the right choice.”
Xu Zhao was somewhat surprised, but he smiled slightly on the surface.
He thought Lao Ma would go back to discuss with the company’s senior management, do some calculations, and then make a decision.
He didn’t expect Lao Ma to decide so quickly.
“I hope this is also the right choice.”
Lao Ma’s smile carried a hint of adventurous anticipation.