Chapter 354 Cooperation Proposal

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"Let's go together?"

Ratan Tata proposed.

"Okay!"

After being polite to each other, the two walked around the huge factory area of the Dabor Iron and Steel Plant. Surrounded by huge steel fabrication equipment that had been installed and was being commissioned, it was followed by a large ticket of assistants, bodyguards and staff.

"What does Mr. Guo think of this steel plant?"

"Very nice. I believe that with Tata Steel's rich management experience and technical support, Dabor Steel will become an internationally renowned steel producer." ”

"I think so too. We would also like to thank Mr. Kwok for selecting Tata for this collaborative project, which is an honor for us!"

"Mr. Tata has won the prize. In fact, we just chose the best steel company in India to work with. ”

After a simple politeness, both sides consciously began to get to the point.

"Mr. Guo, what do you think of the Indian market?"

"There's a lot of potential. Otherwise I wouldn't have come here to invest!"

Ratan Tata nodded.

"This country has a population of almost 1.1 billion people. Although almost 20% of the population is now in difficulty, this does not hinder the attractiveness of the Indian market. In addition, since 1991, the country has been constantly opening up. Now is a great opportunity for any company looking to invest in India. ”

"Mr. Tata, can I take this as an invitation code?" Guo Shouyun smiled.

"Actually, that's the invitation. … Mr. Kwok, the Tata Group has many businesses, such as steel, power, IT, and chemicals. I think we can have a wider cooperation with Anping in this regard. ”

"I'm interested in collaboration. But I wonder what Mr. Tata's cooperation means?"

From the Dabor project, it can be seen that Mr. Guo is very interested in the Indian power market. However, the setback of the Dabor project is believed to have also made Mr. Guo understand the complexity of India's electricity market. Moreover, for the Indian government and people, Anping Power has always been an outsider. Whether it is in terms of political influence, public feelings, or understanding of India, Tata Power is above Anping Power. … I guess Mr. Guo should admit that, right?"

"Admit it! No one will argue with that. ”

"Mr. Guo is very sincere. After a pause, "Tata Power has a wide range of influence and social base in the Indian market, while Anping Power has sufficient capital, combined with our respective advantages, the future power market in India will be our world." The same is true for the chemical, IT and steel sectors. ”

Looking at the anticipation and fanaticism in the other party's eyes, Guo Shouyun thought for a moment, "Mr. Tata's ambition is really amazing!"

"In this regard, I think Mr. Guo is stronger than me. Otherwise, you wouldn't have created a huge Kwok consortium from scratch in just three years!"

"The consortium didn't dare to do it. It's just that I'm curious, if we work together, how will the shares be distributed?

"Specific project analysis. Of course, since its establishment more than 100 years ago, the Tata Group has never damaged its partners in cooperation! Always adhere to the attitude of fairness, justice and win-win cooperation, which is the foundation of Tata's growth to the present. ”

After taking a deep look at the old but confident man opposite, Guo Shouyun nodded slowly.

"So Mr. Tata wants us to have a long-term relationship?"

"That's right, long-term cooperation. Over the next 10 years, the scale of investment will be no less than 10 billion US dollars!", affirmed Ratan Tata.

Guo Shouyun's pupils shrank, "Mr. Tata, 10 billion dollars is not a small amount. ”

"It's not a small amount. But I'm sure it's not a difficult number for Mr. Guo!" Tata's eyes narrowed, "Wall Street is paying attention to Mr. Guo's movements in oil futures right now. ”

"If Mr. Tata is interested, I can take you to play a few games!" Guo Shouyun smiled faintly.

"Thank you, Mr. Guo, for your kindness. But I'm older and very conservative. The capital market is turbulent, and I am afraid that I will not make any money, so I will drown in it first. Moreover, I prefer industries that can be seen and touched, especially heavy industry, to the numbers in my financial account!"

"Prudence is a valuable quality. … However, the cooperation is not trivial, and I need time to think about it. ”

"Of course... By the way, I heard that Mr. Kwok is looking for a house in Mumbai?"

"Mr. Ratan is really well-informed. ”

"Hehe, for the distinguished guests, always care a lot. After a pause, "Mr. Guo, I have a villa here in the Carlil community, if Mr. Guo doesn't dislike it, I will give it to Mr. Guo." ”

Looking at the key handed to him by Ratan Tata, Guo Shouyun was stunned for a moment, and then took it.

The exchange of interests has always been the best way to deepen the relationship between each other. Since he has already chosen to cooperate with Tata at the Dabor steel plant. So it doesn't matter if there will be more cooperation in the future. He will not blame the other party's kindness.

Seeing Guo Shouyun accept it, the smile on Ratan Tata's face became even more. Because it represents a signal of willingness to deepen our connection with each other. It's what he likes to see.

"Let's go, I'll take Mr. Guo around here. Dabor's first phase of 6 million tons, the second phase of 7 million tons, and the attached rolling equipment, is an exciting steel giant!"

"I've wanted to see it for a long time, and it's even more rare to have Mr. Tata by your side today!"

"Please!"

"Please!"

After earning a lap at the Dabor Steel Plant and being invited to dinner with Ratan Tata, Guo Shouyun took Rebecca back to the hotel by car.

Looking at the man who was silently silent with the key to the villa given by Ratan Tata on his finger, his eyes were full of thought, and Rebecca frowned, "Boss, are you ready to agree to Ratan Tata's cooperation proposal?"

"Do you think I should agree?"

After glancing at her, Guo Shouyun said indifferently.

"I think we should agree, but the depth of the cooperation needs to be carefully considered!"

"Go on!"

Rebecca nodded, "According to the group's plan, the investment in the next ten years will focus on the Chinese market. Although the Indian market is large, it is more about potential. But when this potential will be unleashed, no one in the world can predict with certainty. But in India's current state, it certainly won't be possible in 10 years. This means that the Indian market is only a profit point for the entire Anping company, and it is unlikely to be the focus of investment. So, the total amount of cooperation of 10 billion dollars is a bit exaggerated for us, and it is not worth it. Therefore, I think 20~3 billion US dollars is appropriate. ”

"As for the full cooperation with the Tata Group, there is no problem. In the complex market of India, it is advantageous for us to have a more experienced partner who knows the local market. We also need time to gain experience in the development of the Indian market. ”

"So your attitude is that cooperation is okay, but you have to reduce the scale of cooperation!" Guo Shouyun said after a moment of silence.

"It's understandable. In addition, the power industry is the main business of Anping Company, and it is also the key industry of Tata Group. At the same time of cooperation, it is necessary to clearly distribute the financial and management rights of the enterprise. ”

Guo Shouyun nodded, "Anything else?"

"That's all I can think of for the time being!"

"If you have any new ideas, remember to let me know. ”

"Yes... That's right, boss. The Iraqi ambassador to the United Nations has just received information announcing that Iraq unconditionally accepts UN Resolution 1441, which requires it to destroy weapons of mass destruction, and that the UN weapons inspectors will return to Baghdad after nearly four years of absence. After the news was recognized by the United Nations Secretary-General An~Nan, international oil prices immediately fell by 55 cents. It has now fallen back to $23.19 a barrel and is slowly falling. ”

After becoming Guo Shouyun's temporary assistant, it became Rebecca's daily routine to report on major news from Iraq, oil, gold, and the world.

"Is there any news from the United States?" asked Guo Shouyun after nodding.

"President Bush~sh is still emphasizing that the Iraqi parliament is just a rubber stamp for Saddam, there is no democracy at all, and Saddam is a dictator. Insist that Iraq be investigated by the United Nations, otherwise he will lead a coalition to disarm Sa~Dham by force. ”

"It seems that Mr. President's tone has not changed much. Guo Shouyun said with a smile.

"Yes! So now there is a new suspicion about the possibility of a war in Iraq. The prices of oil, gold and other hedging products have fallen considerably. After a pause, Rebecca looked at the man beside her, "Boss, you don't seem to be worried about this news at all?"

"Worried, worried about what?"

According to the Wall Street Journal, the Thunder Fund has invested more than $20 billion in oil futures this time! The pullback in oil prices will put pressure on all capital bulls. ”

"It's just stress. I've been under a lot more pressure than that, let alone now? As for oil prices, when oil prices fall below $20, I'm probably going to feel a little bit of pressure. … However, from now on, it may be difficult for international oil prices to fall below $20. Guo Shouyun's eyes were a little erratic.

After a long silence, Rebecca asked, "Do you think the war in Iraq will break out?"

"You care?"

After glancing at her, Guo Shouyun said indifferently.

"Yes, Iraq is not Afghanistan, it is the second largest oil producer in the world. If a war breaks out, the impact on the world's economy will be unimaginable. ”

Guo Shouyun nodded.

"As a senior executive of Anping, you should know very well where the funds obtained from the company's liquidation of assets over the years have been used in addition to maintaining the company's operations, paying off debts, and investing a small amount. ”

Rebecca was silent, of course she knew.

Over the past year, Enron Pacific has sold $17.9 billion worth of assets through a partnership with Phoenix Capital. The proceeds, combined with Guo Shouyun's investment, allowed Anping to raise a huge $21.3 billion in funding throughout 2002. 10% of this money, combined with Anping's revenue, has reduced the company's debt from nearly $70 billion when Pan Pacific and Enron merged to $61.8 billion now. The depreciation rate for equipment fell by six percentage points, and capital reserves increased to $52.9 billion.

The remaining 30 percent of the funds went to Enron Power, three 60 million megawatt power plants in California, Ohio and Arizona, as well as power projects in Dabor and Brazil, as well as new construction and expansion of some smaller power plants.

Another 10% was put on the construction of Anping Energy Company and Anping Commodity Trading Website.

The last 50% was used by Anping Oil and Gas Company. So, in the past year, the company has bought more than 20 oil fields, and the company's assets have doubled to nearly $30 billion.

All this proves that Guo Shouyun attaches great importance to oil, especially crude oil.

It is this emphasis that has allowed the company's assets to rise rapidly with the rise in oil prices.