Chapter 654: Who's the Fool?
Although he had been prepared in his heart, when Zhuang Haiyang and his party really set foot on Liu Island, the pollution situation on the island still shocked Zhuang Haiyang and his party. Although it is not full of devastation, you can also see a scene of silence and desolation.
According to the information provided by the law firm earlier, in the early years of the Merina Kingdom, a gold, silver and copper associated vein was discovered on the island of Liou. This precious metal ore is an extremely important existence for any country.
Just because of years of mining, coupled with many small mines that have been unorganized, the island of Rio is full of tailings wastewater from metal mining. Although the mine owners did not discharge it into the sea, the tailings water was discharged directly into the ground.
The people who lived on the island began to feel unwell, and the freshwater wells that had been dug in the past began to become dirty and undrinkable, and it was too late. Even much of the vegetation on the islands has died, not to mention the humans who survive on fresh water.
In the face of the serious environmental pollution caused by mining, the Kingdom of Merina has not thought about governance. Unfortunately, the disorderly sewage caused by years of mining has caused irreversible pollution to the island, and how easy is it to deal with it?
Eventually, in addition to the miners sent by the state, they began to rely on steamers to transport fresh water and dig up the last bit of ore vein. This island has completely lost the value of excavation, and has become a dead island and a waste island in the eyes of many people.
Even though the island of Riu has been abandoned for more than ten years, anyone who sets foot on this island can feel the stench floating in the air. Even more surprising was that Colonel Jonah had prepared a mask.
When handing over the masks, Colonel Jonah also said apologetically: "The air here at the dock is a little bad, and we will prepare masks when we go to the island to patrol." Although it is not very comfortable to wear, it will be more reassuring to wear. ”
Zhuang Haiyang, who took the mask, glanced at Mr. Mi, the person in charge of the lawyer next to him, and said: "Mr. Mi, if the whole island is in such an environment, then I think I can go home." Do you think such an island is valuable?"
Perhaps seeing Zhuang Haiyang's unhappiness, Mr. Mi also smiled bitterly: "Mr. Zhuang, please rest assured, since I think this island is suitable, there must be my reasons." The pier is the most polluted, but it's much better to go to the south of the island. ”
"Well, if it weren't for the fact that we had worked together fairly well, I would have wanted to turn around and leave. ”
Leaving such a sentence behind, Mr. Ling Mi and several accompanying lawyers also felt extremely embarrassed. Mr. Mi also knew that he originally wanted to hire a helicopter to take Zhuang Haiyang and his party directly to the southern part of Rio Island.
With an area of nearly 100 square kilometers, the island of Rio naturally retains some areas with a good environment. If the whole island becomes a dead place, it will naturally have no development value. It was for this reason that he was able to facilitate this expedition.
Seeing that Zhuang Haiyang was a little angry, Mr. Mi could only try his best to appease. In fact, if this cooperation in the purchase of the island can be promoted, in addition to the commission from Zhuang Haiyang's side, the Merina government also promised to give certain benefits.
As a barrister specializing in international investment advisory, Milia is of Chinese descent. But he has lived overseas for many years, and naturally developed some characteristics of European and American businessmen. In order to make money, sometimes they do things that are unconscionable.
Walking along the sidewalk built by the mine back then, looking at the appearance of no grass on both sides of the road, Zhuang Haiyang also shook his head from time to time. Hong Wei, who is the person in charge of the bodyguard, even said bluntly: "Boss, what's so beautiful about this kind of place?"
Hearing what Hong Wei said, Mr. Mi and the others who accompanied the inspection also felt a little embarrassed. On the contrary, the Merina soldiers who accompanied him seemed very calm. But in his eyes, there was some sympathy.
Perhaps in the eyes of these soldiers, if someone is willing to spend hundreds of millions of dollars to buy such a waste island or even a poison island, they are definitely the No. 1 fool in the sky. And Zhuang Haiyang is undoubtedly such a fool now.
What puzzled Mr. Mi, Jonah and others was that in the process of investigation, Zhuang Haiyang was extremely professional and cautious. Walking near the abandoned mine, Zhuang Haiyang also said directly: "Colonel Jona, can I collect some of this wastewater and take it away?"
"Absolutely!"
"Thank you!"
Hong Wei and others were instructed to bring carafes and begin to collect the wastewater that could be found everywhere. Seeing some places where shrubs grow, Zhuang Haiyang will even dig some shrubs to check the soil condition of the roots of the shrubs and take samples.
Looking at this frame, it seems that it is going to take water samples and soil and then take them back for testing. But for Jonah and others, they feel that the final test results may only dispel Zhuang Haiyang's idea of buying an island.
However, what they don't know is that these are nothing more than Zhuang Haiyang's tricks. With the existence of Dinghaizhu, Zhuang Haiyang wants to restore the environment of Liu Island, and I believe it is also a very simple thing.
It's just that before recovery, Zhuang Haiyang is bound to make Rio Island truly an existence that refuses to be peeped by the outside world. This also means that after buying the island, the first thing to do is to deploy the corresponding escort team.
Looking at some abandoned mines, Zhuang Haiyang frowned slightly and said, "These mines have collapsed, and there should be a lot of waste water in them." In addition to that, I need a mining map from the year to confirm that there is no subsidence here. ”
"Of course you can! When I get back, I'll ask Merina for this information. ”
At this point, Zhuang Haiyang left without turning around, which is enough to see that there is still something to talk about this matter. In this case, Miria will naturally meet Zhuang Haiyang's requirements, and also hope to finally negotiate this business.
Considering that the walking speed was too slow, walking along the vicinity of the pier for a few hours, Zhuang Haiyang also said directly: "The speed of this investigation is a bit slow, it is better to bring a few cars over, I need to conduct a detailed investigation of the whole island." ”
"In that case, then we might as well go back today, and then bring some vehicles over tomorrow, and then slowly investigate, how about I? At that time, I will also rent some helicopters, so that we can do the whole island survey in the air." ”
"Yes, I also brought some professional instruments with me this time, so let's do a detailed investigation first. I have to say that the pollution situation on this island is beyond my imagination. ”
In the face of Zhuang Haiyang's complaints, Mi Liya could only say: "Mr. Zhuang, if this is not the case on this island, I believe that Merina will not consider selling." After all, a million people can live on such a large island, right?"
"That's right! Let's investigate first, and talk about the rest when the inspection is over!"
Zhuang Haiyang, who made this conclusion, did not continue to dwell on whether Miria deceived himself. As long as the other party can complete the task he has explained, Zhuang Haiyang doesn't mind letting him eat some sweetness.
It's just that when the contract is signed later, he will also bring a professional lawyer from China. When it comes to the signing of a contract, it is natural that the lawyer will not be left to fool him. If the contract is signed, it means that it has legal effect!
In addition, Zhuang Haiyang really decided to buy this island, and he will also contact the domestic side. If possible, he hoped to invite the domestic consul in Merina to be a witness when the agreement was signed.
In this case, in the future, the Merina side dares to tear up the agreement, and I believe that the state will also provide help within its ability. For a small country like Merina, whether it is Europe, the United States or China, they do not dare to provoke easily.
To protect the investment interests of nationals abroad, it is only natural that the consular presence is present. At least Zhuang Haiyang believes that if he really buys this island, he believes that the state will also support it. The pier of this island is still very good.
The location of Gariou Island and the strategic importance of the sea are also important. In the future, a civil airport will be built and the wharf built in earlier years will be restored. Then such an island may become a military fortress.
Of course, before the critical moment, Zhuang Haiyang did not want the island he bought to become a military fortress on the sea. But other people really want to fight the idea of retaking this island, Zhuang Haiyang doesn't mind, and gives him a profound lesson.
To Zhuang Haiyang's surprise, when he returned to the hotel after the first inspection, he received a call from the consulate in Merina. In the face of the consul's inquiry and concern, Zhuang Haiyang also smiled and said: "Thank you for the consul's concern, if there is a need, I will not be polite!"
With the heirloom farm and the Ranch of Sand Wai Island, it began to be highly valued by the state, and the Hangzhuang Ocean has been registered in the navy. His every move is naturally of great concern to the state.
When the country learned that Zhuang Haiyang actually wanted to buy the abandoned Liu Island in Merina, the country also attached great importance to it. The staff stationed in Merina also immediately transmitted the information of this island to China for reference.
In recent years, as the country has begun its strategy of going global, the proportion of national investment in Africa has also increased year by year. However, many people know that China's military presence in Africa is very weak and cannot be compared with Europe and the United States for the time being.
If Zhuang Haiyang can reach this agreement on the purchase of islands, it may also be a very important supplement to the country, as for some leaders who frowned after reading the information, they said: "Is there any development value for such an island? The pollution is so serious?"
"To others, it may be a completely useless island. But in the hands of this fisherman, it may not be necessarily. Leader, you forgot about Sand Reed Island, in just one year, the sand has become pasture!"
"Oh, too! With such a huge area, with his ability, can he really develop it?"
"As far as I know, although he has not invested much, he has never missed a single investment. If he could really buy the island and develop it. Then I dare to say that his status and influence will skyrocket. ”
Although he expected it before going abroad, Zhuang Haiyang also underestimated his influence. This time the island purchase agreement may be more important than him. It is even conceivable that once an agreement is signed, the state will also provide assistance to the best of its ability.
For example, in the matter of recruiting escorts, the army side, which has always envied the navy, should also 'stuff' some old non-commissioned officers with combat experience for Zhuang Haiyang. With such an elite and powerful escort team, if you dare to bare your teeth, you have to consider the consequences!