Chapter 760: A Natural Ally
For tourists who land on Riu Island, there must not be many people who know Zhuang Haiyang, the owner of the island. But for many people in Merina, they are very concerned about Zhuang Haiyang's whereabouts. Knowing that he was coming to the island of Rio, many people wanted to pay a visit.
As the president and the people expected, as the number of foreign tourists continued to increase, Merina began to be known to the world. The urban hypermarkets that the government invested in before are now doing very well, and many investors are making money.
For many visitors to Merina, it is also a surprise to see these cosmopolitan hypermarkets. It's just that many Chinese tourists are happy that many of the things sold in supermarkets come from China.
So much so that many Chinese tourists smiled and said: "If it weren't for the other price marks on the shelves, I would have thought that I would have come to a domestic supermarket! ”
"That means our country is strong! You didn't see it before, the places that sell Lao Gan Ma and spicy noodles seem to be sold in limited quantities! Look at this shelf, these products are very popular with the Merina people here!"
"Yes, I didn't hear it on the news, Lao Gan Ma is very popular in other developed countries, let alone here?"
Even some foreign tourists are somewhat surprised to see that the store is so complete. In fact, as the number of tourists in Melina increased, tourists began to visit other cities besides the capital.
Some commercial investments made by some foreign investors in the past have also greatly promoted the number of employed people in Meiligang. The government has money, and it has begun to invest money in some infrastructure, and many Meriners have also found that there are more cars in the country.
In addition, the state of the country's roads seems to be much better than before. And all this seems to be due to the fact that the island of Riou was brought after it was sold. Perhaps because of this, there is no opposition in China at the moment.
Of course, some smart parliamentarians now know in their hearts that it is almost impossible to nationalize the island of Liou. At present, Zhuang Haiyang has the influence in Merina, I believe that no one dares to underestimate its existence.
In addition to having a close personal relationship with the royal family, even a personal relationship with the president is also good. Plus the support of the military and ambassadors abroad. Those who want to find or dare to find trouble with Zhuang Haiyang have basically completely withdrawn from politics.
Some were even sent directly to prison. Finding trouble for Zhuang Haiyang again is undoubtedly asking for trouble. Even if Melina's parliamentarians didn't know what was going on outside, the ambassadors were very clear.
On the first day of arriving on the island of Liou, Zhuang Haiyang also received the senior management of the management company at his home. With two meals, it can be regarded as a reward for these subordinates. The next day, they left for the capital to visit the royal family of Merina.
For the arrival of Zhuang Haiyang's family, the old king and the old princess were very happy. Even His Royal Highness the eldest prince, who took over the throne, also gave Zhuang Haiyang a very grand reception. Today's Merina royal family is much more famous than before.
The emirates of the African Union, which had previously ignored the existence of the royal family, have begun to strengthen their ties with the Merina royal family in recent years. After all, in terms of geographical location, Merina is also closer to Africa, even if it is an island country, it is also a country!
Not to mention the royal family, even President Ecoby can intuitively feel that he, the president, finally has a little say in the African Union. More than in the past, many countries have invited him to pay a state visit.
Correspondingly, there are many more ministers visiting Melina this year than in the past. The arrival of these ministers also gave Melina a lot of cooperation. And this year, the government has finally had a surplus rather than a deficit.
The government is also very happy that the only Merrina Airlines now pays monthly taxes. Although the dividends have not yet been received, in terms of taxes, the government did not dare to think about it before.
The banks that used to be most afraid of dealing with airlines are now trying to curry favor with airlines. The reason is simple, most of the inbound tourists entering Merina will exchange some meri guilders, which increases the bank's foreign exchange reserves.
Seeing the New Year's gift sent by Zhuang Haiyang, the old king also smiled and said: "Originally, I thought that you would come here after the Spring Festival this year! ”
"I was in a hurry last time, and I didn't have time to visit. Although I won't stay too long this time, the itinerary is still relatively free. Most importantly, I've heard that there must have been a lot of guests coming to the royal family this year, right?"
In the face of Zhuang Haiyang's inquiry, the old king also smiled bitterly: "Even you know? Yes, although we are in Merina, we can also be regarded as the existence of the royal family." But in reality, we are not even as good as the chiefs of some emirates.
But since they knew that I had a personal relationship with you, and that I received your congratulatory gifts every year, those guys began to be willing to associate with us. Don't you Chinese people often say that there is still an exchange of gifts, and the only thing we can give is what you give. ”
Actually, I think that's not bad. Others don't know, I believe you still know. This supreme red wine, although it is not easy to buy it outside. But if you really need it, you can always get it from the island's cellar.
As for the heirloom honey and mead, the island's wineries are already operating. Not surprisingly, there should be no shortage of this type of drink in the future. The quality of the honey harvested by the bee harvesters in the previous round is said to be much better than the previous two times!"
"Really? It seems that the island here is in your hands, and it has really become a treasure land. ”
For the old king, he knew very well that what he could give to Zhuang Haiyang was the absolute support of the royal family. And what Zhuang Haiyang can give to the royal family may also be to stabilize their status and existence. The royal family and Zhuang Haiyang may be natural allies.
His Royal Highness the Crown Prince, who has succeeded to the throne, has also been invited to visit a number of countries this year. He knew very well that those people invited him to visit and valued more than the gifts he brought. On the other hand, others are only politely entertained.
So much so that after a few times, the new king of Merina began to decline some invitations to visit. As the old king said, what is the point of such a loss-making visit? people want things, not he, the so-called new king.
Again, there is no diplomacy for a weak country!
And what the royal family has, how can it not be what Zhuang Haiyang has? Always take Zhuang Haiyang's things as favors, and after a long time, it will cause Zhuang Haiyang's displeasure, but the gains will outweigh the losses!
In contrast, when others come to visit the royal family of Merina, they will also bring some local specialties with them. And the royal family gives back, so you can make some money back. What they don't care about, others want!
After visiting the royal family, Zhuang Haiyang also deliberately took time to visit the president and his party at the presidential palace. Several ambassadors who have been friends with each other have also made appointments for their visits. Send all the New Year's gifts prepared by the people to these ambassadors.
Even the new ambassador of Sam's Country, who does not have a good relationship with Liu Island, Zhuang Haiyang has not been left behind. At least on the surface, Zhuang Haiyang's approach is still unreasonable. No ambassador would refuse these personal gifts.
When dining with the domestic ambassador, the ambassador also smiled and said: "I heard a while ago that the number of domestic tourists coming to Liu Island has approached one million?
For a lot of domestic tourists, they now like to travel abroad. However, many times, some tourists do not speak a foreign language. When they came to the island of Liou, they didn't have to worry about the language at all, just like in China. ”
"That's right! We have cooperated with Merina in several Chinese training schools, and there are a lot of students at present!"
"This is also normal! At present, we have the largest number of domestic tourists here, and those merchants who want to make money from domestic tourists must at least understand communication, right?
As far as the ambassadorial staff sent to Merina is concerned, the embassy staff has also increased considerably since Zhuang Haiyang bought the island of Rio. Correspondingly, the idle time in the past is gone, and the staff has a lot of things to do every day.
Even so, as many staff members know, it is a sign of the state's increased influence in Melina. In fact, Chinese in Merina are now the most popular expatriates.
Although it is not at the level of a hardcore ally, Chinese goods are very popular in Merina, and many people in the country are happy to see it. And the one who contributed to the current situation is undoubtedly the owner of the island of Rio in front of him.
After a round of visits, Zhuang Haiyang, who was finally able to relax, also began to accompany his wife and children to visit Liu Island. I even took my wife and children to live in a treehouse once to experience the taste of camping on the island.
For other tourists who rent tree houses for leisure, they don't know that Zhuang Haiyang is actually the owner of Liu Island. By integrating into tourists, Zhuang Haiyang can also experience more directly, the experience and feelings of tourists on Rio Island.
To the couple's delight, when they were about to leave for China, the couple found that their daughter began to stagger a few steps. Although she is still a little unsteady walking, it also shows that her daughter is beginning to learn to walk.
Looking at the little girl who began to like to help things and moved out step by step, Zhuang Haiyang also smiled bitterly: "Next, we are afraid that the workload will be greater." It seems that it is necessary, find a rope to hold every day. ”
"It shouldn't be necessary! Looking at her appearance, it is estimated that after a while of adaptation, she should be able to walk normally. This girl seems to be better than her brother in the future. It's just that the temperament is definitely different from animal husbandry. ”
"That's fine! If they both had the same temperament, wouldn't we have a lot less fun? This girl has tormented us a lot since she was born. But don't you think that's the real experience of having children?"
"Even if it's a toss, you're having fun, aren't you?"
Concubine Li, who gave her husband a white-eyed look, also knew that her daughters were her father's little lover in her previous life. Although Zhuang Haiyang is the same as ever for her son, she can feel that her husband still spoils this daughter more.
It's just that she hopes that this kind of pampering won't be too much. Otherwise, this little padded jacket will not turn the sky upside down in the future!