Sun Lian Cheng wanted to make Yi'an County a classic model project for its development.
So, even though he had been slacking off and taking it easy, he had been diligently planning and brainstorming.
He happened to have gotten his hands on the technology for artificial diamond manufacturing recently, and it gave him an idea.
Of course, the technology would be attributed to his older brother, Sun Lian Guo. Would Sun Lian Cheng be willing to simply donate it for free?
Later, he would have his brother lead the effort to establish a company in Yi'an County, dedicated to producing artificial diamonds.
Then, he would attract others to invest in the company, creating large and small workshops centered around artificial diamonds to manufacture various types of diamond jewelry and accessories. This would naturally establish an industrial production chain.
With industry and agriculture advancing in tandem, Yi'an County would inevitably become a star county in Han Dong Province.
Regarding agricultural planning, Sun Lian Cheng adopted a long-term strategy. He planned not only agricultural production but also future tourism and ecological development.
For instance, he promoted tea plantation, bamboo forests, fruit orchards, and flower cultivation, ensuring a rational distribution of space and regions while considering the terrain and landforms, laying the groundwork for future tourism development.
Therefore, the initial road planning and industrial layout demanded forward-thinking. There was a lot of work to be done.
This was not something Sun Lian Cheng could accomplish alone!
After solidifying the reform plan with Zhou Shan He, a development meeting was convened.
At the meeting, Sun Lian Cheng again explained his ideas and plans for economic development, covering existing enterprise restructuring and future industrial development and layout.
The meeting continued for two days, with questions from Zhou Shan He, Luo Yun Chang, Fu Meng Lin, and other deputy county magistrates and bureau directors.
Sun Lian Cheng had to simultaneously explain, answer questions, prepare for, and debate certain opposing opinions.
As the saying goes, "truth emerges from debate." The more the meeting progressed, the more people accepted the plans Sun Lian Cheng proposed.
After several rounds of meetings and discussions, personal on-site investigations led by Zhou Shan He and Luo Yun Chang, and nearly a month of effort, Sun Lian Cheng's proposal for the "Outline of Yi'an County's Medium and Long-Term Economic Development Plan" was finally approved.
But this was only the beginning!
Next, Sun Lian Cheng had to cooperate with County Magistrate Luo Yun Chang, Deputy County Magistrate Fu Meng Lin, and personnel from the Investment Promotion Bureau, Urban Construction Bureau, Industrial and Commercial Bureau, Tax Bureau, and other relevant departments to formulate short-term, medium-term, and long-term development plans.
Sun Lian Cheng's work was busy but fulfilling. He always made sure to leave work on time, never working overtime, and never requiring others to do so.
He had a photographic memory. The most tedious part of his work was constantly looking up information, but he could easily handle it without spending much time.
Moreover, ever since Sun Lian Cheng started working as Zhou Shan He's secretary, he had been continuously offering suggestions and demonstrating them in Dong Lin Town.
Although other townships couldn't immediately follow suit, they had implemented many changes, laying a foundation for agricultural development.
After a month of intensive work, a unified understanding was reached among the county committee, county government, and various departments, and the development plan was formally confirmed.
Starting in the second half of the year, Yi'an County's development entered a fast lane.
Sun Lian Guo invested over five million yuan to establish a factory, and word spread, attracting those in the know.
They sensed an opportunity and began investing in various enterprises, supporting Yi'an County's development strategy.
These people had connections, either as bureau chiefs or department heads. They had obtained fairly accurate information.
Some had even met Sun Lian Guo in Yunzhou and believed his investment wouldn't fail.
Though they didn't necessarily know where he got his capital and technology, he had already made a success of it.
After the relocation of Sun Lian Guo's Feiyang Group from Dong Lin Town to Yunzhou City, the city committee and government extended a warm welcome.
This involved Zhou Shan He's connections and their own channels.
After all, Sun Lian Guo suddenly transferred millions of dollars back from abroad, and if the officials didn't know about it, they'd be incompetent.
Regardless of the source of his money, as long as it increased investment, employment, and economic growth, they didn't care.
Moreover, Sun Lian Cheng and Zhou Shan He's connections meant they couldn't take it lightly.
Six months later, Feiyang Group officially moved into an industrial park in a development zone in Yunzhou City.
Due to the early completion of infrastructure, the factory's construction progressed rapidly.
They were already installing production lines, recruiting workers, and providing training. Research and development were also progressing rapidly.
The technology was already quite complete, including VCDs and DVDs, even improved versions with technical specifications and documentation.
Sun Lian Guo just needed to hire technicians to manufacture according to the patents and technical requirements.
While Sun Lian Cheng was busy promoting Yi'an County's development plan, Sun Lian Guo brought over a sample VCD player.
Sun Lian Cheng was satisfied but didn't keep the sample, saying he'd wait until the DVD was ready.
At the end of 1993, the production line officially started operating, and the first batch of products was being prepared for shipment.
Sun Lian Guo was constantly on the move, negotiating with suppliers of raw materials and components, discussing partnerships with distributors, and seeking bank loans.
He was incredibly busy, and he was in less contact with Sun Lian Cheng.
But undeniably, this was a quick way to make money!
During the 1994 New Year's Day, the first batch of products officially went on sale in major cities, and they were immediately sold out.
Even with anticipation, they couldn't supply enough products.
All production lines were operating at full capacity, and new lines were being constructed, but they still couldn't meet market demand.
This gave other brands time to grow; otherwise, Feiyang Group would have captured the largest market share.
Because Sun Lian Guo's presence was substantial, he had met many people.
When they saw him investing in Yi'an County, many followed, hoping to share in the profits.
With these individuals joining, Yi'an County quickly received over 20 million yuan in new investment, combined with the county government's loans allocated to various construction projects, giving the county the appearance of major development and construction.