Chapter 334: Beans and Cakes
"Secretary, Governor ......"
Wang Yushi got up in a hurry, stood aside respectfully, his head was in a mess, and he couldn't figure out why his top boss's top boss appeared here.
The secretary of Bohai Province is not young, he wears a pair of wire glass glasses, and when he laughs, the corners of his eyes and cheeks are full of ravines like knives and axes. Kind and approachable, there is no indication that this man has the authority of a province in his hands.
Speaking of which, Secretary Quan's experience is also somewhat similar to Wang Yushi's. Back then, they all went to the cowshed and went to the cadre school, Wang Yushi's rehabilitation, and the attention of the whole secretary.
However, when he came out of the cadre school, the whole secretary who resumed his work did not feel that the state owed him anything. is still conscientious, living in the family home assigned 20 years ago, and working is more open-minded, modest and cautious, not at all because of his own experience and will be retribution, more energy to focus on the future, to stand on the last shift before the shift.
At his age, the position of secretary of Bohai Province may be the end of his career. Looking back thirty years later, it's hard to imagine how he managed to be "consistent" throughout his life.
And beside him is the "young" governor Niu Jinbao. Don't look at this name as rustic, but he is a serious college student. When I was in school, I studied the famous Harbin Institute of Technology majoring in automation, graduated from the position of technician in a state-owned enterprise, and achieved the position of governor step by step. The most rare thing is that the company he used to work in, even in the years when he was in charge, production has never been left behind.
Today, this team in Bohai Province can be said to be in a relatively ideal state. There is no contradiction or competition between the secretary and the provincial governor, one is an old revolutionary, one is a new generation, one is broad-minded, one is as wise as a torch, one is politically clear, and the other is economically first......
However, in front of this relatively "combative" team, there is a somewhat tricky situation.
Bohai Province, which is dominated by state-owned enterprises, has been in decline since the 80s. Compared with the booming south, although it is rich, it has a weak rise. And the advantages of urbanization are high. But it also brought strict employment pressure. In addition, the prevalence of bureaucracy and the problem of labor efficiency are also frequently concerned.
The whole province of Bohai is like an elderly person with a chronic disease, who is slowly but irreversibly weakened.
Perhaps the society does not see such a far-reaching future, but as the helmsman of Bohai Province. All kinds of information and numbers are predicting such a scene to the two of them.
In order to avoid this kind of future, they are constantly trying various methods and theories, hoping to find a fundamental solution to the problem. However, various measures can only slow down this trend at best. But there is no possibility of improvement at all. This desperation of slowly sliding into the abyss is truly frustrating.
But in the midst of this despair, like a dawn from heaven, Xiucheng, a city that was originally not very conspicuous, moved against the tide and suddenly showed a surprising vigorous vitality.
With the contrarian rise of Xiucheng's economy, a "little-known" "small" enterprise has entered the attention of the high-level of Bohai Province.
Although all of the company's products are exported, raw materials are obtained through the guò army, and there seems to be little intersection with the local economy. However, Hu Wenhai brought several big projects, such as the electronic project of the 7 billion military trade, and the shipbuilding equipment project of the giant general section shipbuilding method. There are also real estate projects under construction, and labor service companies that have been replaced by labor dispatch through guò, and the cascading effect of these projects and companies has directly pulled several large state-owned enterprises in Xiucheng out of the quagmire. Not only did it turn a profit, but it even showed vitality.
If it weren't for the complicated relationship behind Xinke, the two helmsmen at the helm of Bohai Province would have wanted to meet Hu Wenhai a long time ago.
And now, a big news has quietly come out from the center. The two of them, who were originally a little reserved, suddenly couldn't sit still anymore.
It seems that there is an intention to draw another circle in Bohai Province, this news. It's a bit remarkable.
Look at a deep earth river in the south, an old man drew a circle on the map, and a prosperous city magically rose. And this prosperous city served as a window, and the result was the rapid development of the entire southern economy. Capital poured in from here. The Pearl River Delta is becoming an important economic circle on a par with the Yangtze River Delta and Beijing and Tianjin.
Looking at the coastal zone, the three urban agglomerations of the Pearl River Delta, the Yangtze River Delta, and Beijing and Tianjin have become the forefront of reform and opening up, and the effect of one window driving the development of a region is remarkable.
However, the Northeast, which was once an economic powerhouse, has never had such a window that can stand at the forefront. Whether it is Shengjing or Dagang, it is obvious that there is no such influence that can radiate the whole Northeast.
In policy. The economy of the Northeast also tends to be conservative. In terms of work style, the big brother of the state-run economy is full of grandeur, while the formalization of the private economy is far behind, and there is a big gap between the attractiveness of attracting investment and other coastal areas.
If a coastal city in Bohai Province can become a special zone, it will obviously greatly reverse this situation. This is not only a window for the Northeast to the outside world, but also a window and example for the Northeast to reform internally.
Not to mention that it can completely solve the problems that Bohai Province is currently facing, at least one special zone will certainly be able to greatly promote the economic improvement of the province.
With this, where can the two helmsmen of Bohai Province still sit firmly in Diaoyutai as in the past. After getting the news, he contacted Hu Wenhai as soon as possible and expressed his request to meet.
Ahem, it was also a coincidence that Director Wang of the Department of Commerce happened to hit the muzzle of the gun this time.
"Wang Yushi?" Niu Dabao glanced at Wang Yushi expressionlessly, and nodded slightly: "The recent work of the Commercial Department needs to be improved, what are you doing here?" ”
On Wang Yushi's head, a layer of fine hair sweat appeared in an instant. He couldn't figure it out, how could Secretary Quan and Niu Dabao suddenly appear here? Even if there was really something to talk about, there was no reason why these two wanted to go to Xiucheng, it was obvious that Hu Wenhai should go to Shengjing!
However, Niu Dabao's words did not dare to delay, he quickly cleaned up his mood, pulled out a chair for the two leaders, and said with a reluctant smile: "The two leaders, please take a seat, there are some businesses in the commercial hall to discuss with Mr. Hu, in order to improve the work, I also learned from the experience." Since the leader has something to do with Mr. Hu, then I will leave first. ”
Seeing the two sitting down opposite Hu Wenhai. Wang Yushi walked out of the door of Xia Ji Hotel step by step. Hu Wenhai looked at him with a meaningful look, which made his heart suddenly pop and pop.
Will Hu Wenhai complain to Niu Dabao and the others? What are the two supremes of Bohai Province doing here? What hole cards is Hu Wenhai holding in his hand? Where is my fate going......
As soon as he left the door of Xia Ji Hotel, Wang Yushi felt that all the strength of his body had left him. He leaned against the wall and took a few deep breaths. That's why I didn't fall to my knees.
However, this is just the beginning. No one knows when there will be a roar from the secretary or the governor in the hotel, and then he will be the head of the hall.
But on the other hand, Wang Yushi has a little fantasy. Maybe Hu Wenhai will open up the net. Either he will not be careful, or he will be soft-hearted for a while, or he will be concerned about the influence......
In just an instant, Wang Yushi found a lot of reasons for Hu Wenhai for himself, and maybe he would let himself go. What's more, in fact, he didn't infringe on Hu Wenhai's interests, and the only ones who suffered were those self-employed people in Xiucheng.
Torture.
The expectation of luck and the fear of losing power occupy Wang Yushi's heart, and he cannot live in fear.
"Hey, I'm in a hurry. It's a problem for Mr. Hu. Niu Dabao smiled bitterly and glanced at Secretary Quan, it seems that today's communication is dominated by him: "No way, I'm really anxious!"
"The recent approach of the Department of Commerce is really not good. Niu Dabao sighed: "This is my job not done well, so that this kind of person can sit in the position of leader." Mr. Hu, please rest assured that the problem of the Department of Commerce will be solved soon. ”
"Don't worry, Governor Niu must not do it now!" Hu Wenhai smiled and waved his hand, pointing his finger at the table: "Director Wang's official hat, I think it is still somewhat useful." In short, before that. I guess how about we get down to business?"
"Oh, that's fine. Niu Dabao did not continue to say more about the affairs of the Department of Commerce, nodded and exclaimed: "Our Bohai Province is going to build a special zone, and I have discussed it with Secretary Quan." Even if it is bankrupt, smashing the pot and selling iron. We also have to seize this opportunity! I heard that this opportunity was won by Mr. Hu, can you please tell us what you think?"
Hu Wenhai nodded, his face solemn: "Two leaders, I said that we must first say something unpleasant to see if we can reach a consensus." It's not that I'm going to be loud or alarmist, but it's from my point of view. Bohai Province is likely to face threats in the future. The economy of Bohai Province is now standing on the edge of a precipice. If we don't handle it properly, it is very likely that the eldest son of the republic will become the outcast of the republic in the future!"
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Xia Minhong really showed his face today, it is estimated that he drove a Rolls-Royce to buy groceries, and it was his first time in Embroidery City. With Director Feng of the Commercial Bureau coming forward, the grain store was so frightened that it almost announced that all the grain in the store would be delivered.
This time the Xia Ji restaurant was really a bumper harvest, with two large bags of noodles and rice at a time, seven or eight barrels of fine soybean oil, soy sauce, salt, sugar, bacon, pickled vegetables and dry goods open to take. Xia Minhong is also a bit cunning of a small citizen, and there are not many opportunities to instruct Director Feng of the Commercial Bureau. It is estimated that if you come back at another time, not only will you not be able to get so much volume, but the price will also rise back to the market price.
In the end, Hu Wenhai's Rolls-Royce Silver Elf not only did not fit in the trunk, but also a pile of grain, oil, meat and vegetables were placed on the rear seat. Director Feng was squeezed into the corner of the back seat, with a bucket of oil in his hand and a bag of rice made under his buttocks, so that his head hit the roof of the car.
Fortunately, the shock absorption of Rolls-Royce is really good, otherwise it would have to be a pillow along the way.
The car creaked and stopped at the door of the hotel, and Xia Minhong looked at the doubled number of cars in a daze, as well as the police and armed police who were heavily guarded outside the store.
"It's—"
"Comrade Xia Minhong?" Seeing Xia Minhong getting off the car, a staff member came up and enthusiastically helped him move things down from the car: "The chief is waiting for you to cook, please hurry up and go in." ”
"Ahh Xia Minhong nodded a little ignorantly, and turned around with the crowd and entered the back kitchen at the back door. Then, under the watchful eyes of a group of leading cadres, he put on an apron and lit the stove, and began to make his specialty bean pancakes.
Bean stewed cake is a home-cooked Northeast dish, which is a special delicacy of Xiucheng, and most of the braised cakes made in Xiucheng are served with pork belly stewed potatoes and beans. The bread is wrapped in noodles with thirteen spices, soybean oil and chopped green onions, and the method of adjuncts varies from house to house. But one of the characteristics is that the baked cakes should be layered clearly, strong and thin, and a layer of silk should be peeled off. The pancakes that are simmered together on top of the dish are already full of flavor after they come out of the pot, and the edges of the pies soaked in juice are matched with the upper corners. It has the special charm of Northeast cuisine.
Fortunately, although the dish is delicious, it is not troublesome to make. It took Xia Minhong, who is proficient, less than half an hour for a pot of bean cakes to be ready. Just smelling the aroma of the pot, the leading cadres in the kitchen have already begun to rumble in their stomachs.
"The bean pancakes are out in one pot!"
Xia Minhong held a pot of vegetables like a small basin, and sang on the table with his mouth in his mouth. I saw a pot of fragrant pork belly stewed potatoes and beans. The steaming half-dried juice, the crispy and soft glutinous potatoes, and the pork belly are you with me, I have you, and the stewed beans are dotted with a hint of greenery. The eight-petaled pancakes are wrapped around the edge of the bowl, and the edges of the pan are soaked in rich juice.
"Secretary Quan, Governor Niu, try my Uncle Hu's bean cakes, I dare to say that it is definitely a must in Xiucheng!"
Hu Wenhai did not give in, the chopsticks were aligned, his eyes were fixed, and he had to tear a piece of cake if he didn't pick up a piece of meat. On the dinner table in Xiucheng, bean pancakes are not very delicate dishes. It is the so-called home-cooked food, which ignores the social dignity and inferiority, and everyone eats together lively, and the more you grab it, the more delicious it is.
The whole secretary and the governor of Wagyu also did not give in, and as soon as the dishes were served, they joined the battlefield with chopsticks. After eating two bites, he gave Xia Minhong a thumbs up with a look of surprise.
"Yes, Boss Xia's bean cakes are really a must!"
Xia Minhong was already happy to find the north at this time, and he could be praised by the secretary and the governor like this, I am afraid that he would not have to worry about bad business in this life, right?
And look at Hu Wenhai, who is eating in a basin with the secretary and the governor. Xia Minhong is even more proud. This is his son's friend, with such a friend, how high will Xia Boyang's achievements be in the future?
Xia Minhong was dizzy and Tao Tao went back to the back kitchen like this, in the envious eyes of the leading cadres. Only then did he dare to grin the corners of his mouth and show the smile on his cheeks.
The three of them swept the clouds, and in a moment they wiped out all the pots of bean pancakes. Hu Wenhai wiped his mouth and sighed: "It is difficult for ordinary people to enjoy such a service in a state-run hotel. Similarly, the service attitude of self-employed stores will never be enjoyed by ordinary people in state-run stores. But in privately owned individual restaurants and shops. As long as you have money, you can enjoy warm and high-quality service. Although there will be problems such as the sale of counterfeit and shoddy goods and the abduction and deception of individuals and private economies, the problems can be controlled within a certain scope through supervision. However, the vitality of the private economy can promote rapid social and economic development. If we fail to seize the opportunity to change the current business environment and economic structure of Bohai Province, the economy of Northeast China will face complete bankruptcy in another ten years. Whether I'm an alarmist or not, you two should know better than I do. ”
Secretary Quan and Niu Dabao were speechless, and what Hu Wenhai said was exactly the worst situation they expected, that is, to keep the current state of economic development unchanged, and the result of Bohai Province in ten years.
"The problem now is not that we can develop behind closed doors, the two leaders can see how many self-employed people in Xiucheng come from the south, and how many of their goods are organized from the south. At present, many township enterprises and private enterprises in the south have formed a competitive advantage in the production capacity of the northeast, and the industry in the Pearl River Delta is gradually replacing the northeast to provide production capacity to the whole country. Yes, the accumulation in our Northeast is thick enough, and there are still some family foundations, and it can last longer. But the more idlers our company raises, the more destructive it will be, just like the stagnant water in a dam, and the more terrible the destructive power will be when the levee bursts. Only when the flood peak has not yet arrived, can we open the floodgates and release water in a controlled manner, so that future disasters can be turned into beneficial water resources. Self-employed people are the best field to open the sluice gates and release water, and the only thing that requires us to make up our minds is to change the current supply and marketing system. In fact, the state has also realized the problems of the current supply and marketing system, and what we need to do in Bohai Province is not to fall behind the customs in this opportunity. ”
Niu Dabao shook his head with a wry smile and sighed: "What Mr. Hu said is not unreasonable, but it is not easy to do this." The people and interests involved in the supply and marketing system ......"
"We don't need to abolish the supply and marketing system immediately, but just give the self-employed and the supply and marketing system a consistent basis for competition. In this competition, I don't see any chance of the supply and marketing system winning. ”
Hu Wenhai looked at the two people in front of him seriously, and decided to try to meet the poor dagger: "My construction is to gradually cancel the dual-track price system from now on, and cancel one product when the conditions are ripe." Before the nineties, the two-track price system ended smoothly. ”
Niu Dabao and Secretary Quan couldn't help but be shocked when they heard this, and they subconsciously shook their heads. It takes too much courage to wage war on the dual price system!
"Don't worry, you two, I'm not saying that you can eat a fat man in one bite. My plan is this, first open up the sales field and let the self-employed people in. Then there are the insensitive light industry, the food industry and the handicraft industry, etc. After the growth of private capital, the market for industrial products will be opened, and finally even the peripheral industries of heavy industry. When an industry matures, the price control of a series of products will be relaxed. After the abundant supply in the market, there was several speculations in the society, and the process of liberalizing prices several times, prices rising sharply, increasing supply, and falling sharply in the society was formed. In this way, there are several rounds, combined with the promotion of a few examples of speculative failures and bankruptcy, which can completely curb the rush to buy after the price liberalization. The key is to first select a few industries with the most sufficient supply to open up, and cultivate the confidence of the society in price liberalization. ”
"The abolition of the dual-track price system, combined with the liberalization of the supply and marketing system, I believe it is enough to eat up the unemployed workers caused by the elimination of some state-owned enterprises. ”
Niu Dabao was a little moved when he heard this, whether Hu Wenhai's plan was feasible or not -- this still needs more detailed investigation and analysis, and the landmine of the dual-track price system is not something that can be touched casually. But even with all the difficulties and possible shortcomings, at least one thing, Hu Wenhai is the only one who has come up with a feasible solution to Bohai Province's current predicament.
As for the plans given by other so-called "economists", they are either unrealizable or have strict side effects that can be seen at a glance. And Hu Wenhai can stand here and talk to him, because the plan he proposed is something he can leverage.
Niu Dabao's eyes flickered, and a flash smile appeared on the corner of his mouth, as if he was worried.
"Well, even if we want to develop the private economy, we always have to invest capital, right? The simplest question is, where will the initial funds for the private economy come from? Where do our people come from to know how to run the private economy without a teacher?"
Sure enough, Hu Wenhai immediately patted his chest and swore solemnly: "This leader, you can rest assured that as long as Bohai Province can establish a special zone, these problems can be solved." In the next five years, there will be no problem with the annual investment of 10 billion US dollars, which can fully support an emerging class. He even said that if the money was not enough, I could also bring in foreign investment. As long as the policies are in place, the annual investment in the SEZs will be less than $30 billion, and I will make up for the shortage!"
In other words, Niu Dabao would have been dragged out and shot for ten minutes if he was just a liar. But when these words came out of Hu Wenhai's mouth, that is, he had a reputation of full real gold, and a rare smile finally appeared on his face.
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Wang Yushi waited in front of the Xia Ji Hotel for a full afternoon, and the wind blew on the northeast streets in the middle of winter for so long, but he was sweating. The people from the commercial hall asked him to sit in the car, but he just stood at the door and did not move. After a long time, there was no pale blood on his face and lips.
Finally, the door of the Ha Kee Hotel was pulled open from the inside. Secretary Quan and Niu Dabao walked out with a smile on his face and Hu Wenhai.
Niu Dabao saw Wang Yushi at the door, his cold gaze brushed over his face, and he didn't say anything. After greeting Hu Wenhai and waving goodbye, the two leaders got into the car and left.
Wang Yushi sat down on the ground with a puff, not knowing when such a day would be a head! )