Chapter 451: Speak freely

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"In addition, China's reform and opening up is a great initiative. It has allowed China to develop steadily for 20 years, and it will continue to develop in the future. But as China's economy grows larger, you will inevitably be put on the international stage by other countries to compare yourself with the United States. At that time, China's relatively closed business environment will become the target of criticism in most countries, especially capitalist countries. If China wants to become the center of the world economy like the United States, then you must reform your business environment, laws, and openness. ”

"Of course. Reform does not mean abandoning China's existing commercial system, but should adopt an economic development strategy in the fields of energy, finance, heavy industry, aerospace, and so on, with state capital as the main body and private capital and foreign capital as supplements. And, from an innovation point of view, a dynamic market is the breeding ground for new technologies. Closure does not create a benign business environment. ”

Mr. Wen thought for a moment, nodded and smiled: "I didn't expect Mr. Guo to have such in-depth thinking at the national level!"

"You've won a prize. However, after the enterprise has developed to a certain extent, if it wants to go further, it is no longer a simple system or technical problem. It's a comprehensive judgment of global politics, economics and culture, but I'm still young, and my accumulation in this area is still very insufficient. ”

"Humility is a very good quality... As for the issue of the right to import natural gas for your own use, we will discuss it and then inform you of the results!"

"Thank you!"

After glancing at him, Mr. Wen changed the subject.

"I have watched Mr. Kwok's lecture at the Chinese University of Hong Kong and I am very interested in many of the concepts mentioned in it, such as cloud computing, big data, and artificial intelligence. Here are a few questions for Mr. Guo?"

"Tell me?"

"Can the Internet have a disruptive impact on national economies, as you say?"

I'll give you a simple example. NetEase Mall, which is currently one of the largest B2C e-commerce companies in China. At present, it is mainly engaged in several major fields such as major appliances, books and audio-visual products, daily necessities, clothing, etc., and offline logistics construction is also expanding rapidly. NetEase's business model is very simple, it takes large quantities of goods directly from manufacturers, and ensures that the purchase price can reach the lowest through scale effect. Then through his distribution system, it is delivered directly to the consumer. In this whole process, we can see such a process: manufacturers - NetEase - consumers!"

"There are no middlemen in this transaction process. This ensures that consumers can buy the goods they want for much less than the current market price. If the factory price of a TV is 2000, then the consumer buys it at 2200, or lower. ”

"Now let's look at the traditional business model. Manufacturers - first-level agents - second-level agents - third-level agents, and even through the fourth level, or even more agents will reach consumers. The more levels of agents, the higher the price of the goods reaching the consumer. Especially the agents at the bottom, their merchandise turnover is very slow. In the case of television, for example, ten TVs may be their sales for half a year. In order to earn the cost of rent, labor cost, time cost, and its own profit within half a year. The same piece of TV with a factory price of 2000, when it reaches consumers, the price may have doubled. ”

"Consumers are not fools, and no one wants to pay more when they get the same quality at a lower price. Therefore, in addition to aircraft, automobiles, construction vehicles and other similar large items, more than 90% of the goods will be sold through the Internet. Middlemen, agents, distributors, etc., will basically disappear. This process is irreversible and a complete disruption of the business model. ”

Looking at the contemplative Mr. Wen, Guo Shouyun thought about it and decided to say something dry, so that the country could be prepared in this regard as soon as possible.

"When the transaction of commodities begins to detach itself from reality, and after the completion of the Internet, then the payments closely related to the trading of commodities will also be put into the Internet. As a result, there will be less and less demand for paper money. If mobile terminals can achieve the functions of computers, then a cashless society will become the near future. ”

"In addition, we can also see that the payment creates a balance. Although it is not too much, even if it is a dollar, when its number of people is multiplied by tens of millions, or even hundreds of millions, it is a huge amount of money. No company would remain indifferent to such a large amount of money deposited in its accounts. The best thing to do is to pool that money and invest it. For example, money market funds and bonds, which are relatively safe. ”

"Financial investment is a highly specialized business. Therefore, third-party payment institutions will enter the financial market in the form of acquisitions or partnerships. Once the two sides converge, it will have a huge impact on the bank. Because now the income of ChinaAMC Money Market Fund is much higher than that of demand deposits. Third-party financial institutions can have a continuous siphoning effect on bank deposits. ”

"When transactions and investments move to third-party financial institutions, banks with less business will have to choose to downsize, lay off staff, embrace the network, and so on. Once they choose to do so, it means that the entire financial field of China has begun to be networked. ”

"Commodity trading and finance are the foundation of a country. If these two major aspects begin to embrace the Internet, the entire country's economy will also be inseparable from the Internet, which is the most profound change of the Internet for a country. ”

"In addition, this kind of change also needs to be supported by technology. There are two types of technology, one is software technology and the other is hardware technology. The software side is cloud computing, big data, artificial intelligence, and so on. The hardware aspect is the continuous iteration of chips, flash memory, memory, and hard disks. Although it may seem a little far away, technological progress will come at a speed that people can't imagine, guided by demand. ”

"In closing, I would like to say yes. In the field of the Internet, the whole world is on the same starting line. If Huaxia does not want to fall behind, it should provide support for China's Internet enterprises in terms of capital, law, and talent. ”

The meeting, which was supposed to end in half an hour, lasted until noon. The secretary of the middle number two stepped forward to remind him several times, but he was all refused.

At noon, everyone had lunch together. Although it is the center of state power, the meals are not luxurious. It's just that the chef has a high level and makes ordinary dishes more delicious.

"Thank you Mr. Guo for your kind words, I have gained a lot!"

"You're welcome. Although I am an American now, my roots are in China. I also hope that Huaxia can develop better. ”

Mr. Wen smiled and nodded, and after thinking about it, he took out a pen from his pocket. Looking at the color, it has been used for a long time, and the black protective paint has signs of wear.

"This fountain pen was given to me by Mr. Deng when I first came to work at the Central Committee in 85 years. Now I will give it to you, and I hope that you will remember the motherland in the future and come back often!"

"No, it's precious. I can't ask for it!" Guo Shouyun hurriedly refused.

"The elder doesn't dare to quit!

The firmness in his tone made Guo Shouyun hesitate again and again, and finally took it with both hands. After taking a deep breath, he said with a firm expression: "Don't worry, I will definitely remember the country in the future and come back often!"

"Hehe, that's good. By the way, this is my personal number, you can call me if you have something!"

This time, Guo Shouyun did not shirk again, and solemnly took it and put it away.

"Then I'll take my leave!"

Mr. Wen nodded, "I still have something to do, let Comrade Ziyang send it to you!"

After answering, "Take care!"

After taking one last look at Mr. Wen, Guo Shouyun took Jonathan Weil out of the middle ~ south ~ sea under the leadership of Han Ziyang!

"Mr. Guo, it seems that the president~ really values you. He actually gave you all his most precious pens!"

"I didn't expect it either!" Guo Shouyun sighed a little as he touched the pen in his pocket.

"I hope you treat it well. Also, it's a pleasure to meet you today. I am also deeply inspired by what you said earlier. ”

Hold the other party's right hand that has reached out, and after shaking it briefly, "Thank you! ”

"Goodbye!"

"Goodbye!"

Got into the car and looked back at the vermilion gatehouse, and it was not until it disappeared that Guo Shouyun turned around and let out a long breath.

"Boss, do you think our request will be approved?"

Jonathan Weil's Chinese skills are not high. Guo Shouyun's conversation with Mr. Wen was very fast before, so he couldn't understand it. Therefore, he is most concerned about the current Anping Group, and the future Pacific Energy in the Huaxia business, the issue of the right to import natural gas for its own use.

"I don't know. But judging from the situation of this meeting, the probability of approval will be higher. … By the way, where is Li Zeju now?"

"Chang'an. HK Electric is negotiating a 500-megawatt power plant there. ”

"You call him when you get back. Now it's time for his Li family to play a role!"

"Understood!"

At this time, Guo Shouyun's mobile phone suddenly rang, and it seemed that the call was Wendy.

"Why are you calling me at this time, it's already night in San Francisco...!"

Before he could finish speaking, he was interrupted by an anxious Wendy.

"Bruce, come back quickly. The World Health Organization has issued a global warning about the SARS outbreak in China, and now it is dangerous there!"

Guo Shouyun patted his forehead, except for Qiu Yanyun's bad things, plus he was busy with work, he almost forgot about SARS.

"Wendy, don't worry. I stayed in the villa and didn't go to a crowded place, it was fine. And now the cold weather in northern China will inhibit the spread of disease.... ”

He said a lot of 'let's go' before he managed to calm Wendy down.