Lauten province covers an area of about 1,700 square kilometers, which is larger than Qinglin County, but it is really nothing in the county-level administrative regions of China.

For example, Nima County, the tenth largest county-level administrative region in China, covers an area of 70,000 square kilometers, equivalent to the entire territory of five East Timor.

Not to mention a super giant county in Xinjiang Province, which ranks first in China, with an area of up to 200,000 square kilometers, which is not much different from the area of the entire United Kingdom.

The land bought by Lin Han is located in the easternmost part of Lauten province, and the overall shape is a bit like a bull's head, and the two "horns" are the easternmost peninsula area of Timor-Leste and another peninsula to the north.

The area of "Niumian" is the largest, about 300 square kilometers, that is, the area where Lin Han is preparing for agricultural production, most of which will be used for grain crop production, and a small part will be used to grow coffee beans.

Although the congenital conditions of the land are poor, with the blessing of chemical fertilizers, high-quality grains, and high-grade biological rights, the yield should not be lower than the average level of China, which can be said to be very amazing for the agricultural level of Timor-Leste.

In addition to the agricultural area, the area is planned, including the two peninsulas, which are industrial and commercial areas as well as residential areas.

In the process of negotiating with the provincial government of Lauteng Province, Lin Han said that he and some Chinese enterprises will continue to invest in this area, and the initial investment alone will not be less than 100 million US dollars.

$100 million, a figure that stunned all the officials of the provincial government.

Since the establishment of the whole of East Timor, the cumulative investment from foreign countries has only been two or three hundred million US dollars.

Now Lauten saves 100 million, which is unimaginable.

A piece of land that was originally barren can attract hundreds of millions of dollars of investment in the blink of an eye, and the Lauteng provincial government is extremely excited, and immediately gave the name of "Vientiane Development Zone" as a moral support.

Lin Han also said that he was willing to sell a small number of shares of the company to the provincial government at a low price, but the provincial government said that it was shy and could not afford to buy it.

Lin Han replied that it was not unacceptable to have some tax-free policies or something. So after some discussion by the provincial government, he finally got many policy preferences, including various tax exemption and tax reduction policies.

Although in the short term, with the level of management at all levels of government in Timor-Leste, most of the policy incentives are of little use except for tax exemptions.

But when the "Vientiane Development Zone" really develops, these policies will undoubtedly become a great weapon.

As for the small amount of shares promised to the provincial government, it is also out of consideration of interest bundling, and with the official background, it will undoubtedly make the company more confident in the development process.

Now the only problem is Jacques Island, where the oil fields really are.

In Timor-Leste's traditional culture, Jacques represents light and hope, so Jacques Island has been closed for a long time and is closed to ordinary people.

It was not until a few years ago that the island began to open to the outside world due to the needs of economic development, but the management measures in all aspects are still relatively strict.

Although Jacques Island is nominally part of Lautem Province, many questions about it have to be decided by the national Government of Timor-Leste.

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A few days later, Lin Han and Chen Zhixian drove to Dili, the capital of Timor-Leste.

Although it is one of the most backward countries in the world, the capital has to be built in style, so the situation in Dili looks good, and there are even buses - small buses that can be overloaded by 200%.

In addition to government offices, embassies, companies and other institutions from other countries have settled here, and local Chinese communities have also set up their headquarters here.

Then there are three foreign banks – Banco Nacional Ultramarino, ANZ Bank and Banco Mandili – which are responsible for most of Timor-Leste's financial activities.

"Zhixian, I'll leave the people from the council to you, no problem, right?"

After a little stroll around Dili, Lin Han decided to go with Chen Zhixian to lobby the President of Timor-Leste and the parliament.

Chen Zhixian nodded: "No problem." ”

Lin Han said: "When appropriate, certain benefits can be promised, including so-called political donations. ”

Chen Zhixian smiled: "This is very common in Timor-Leste, and I have seen a lot of battles. ”

"Remember to be closer to the Socialist Party and the Democratic Socialist Party...... You know what I mean. ”

"Understood. ”

Lin Han, who set off with Chen Zhixian and wore the signboard of the Celestial Empire investor, soon met the President of Timor-Leste, Matan, a 50-year-old East Timorese who looked a bit like a Middle Eastern uncle, at the presidential palace.

"It's a pleasure to meet you, a friend from Huaxia. The president smiled and shook hands with Lin Han very warmly.

After all, he is the president of a country, and his English proficiency is still there. In such informal settings, it is sufficient to communicate directly in English.

Of course, at the scene of the conversation, there are still several translators and recorders, etc., all kinds of organs.

"I am also honored to meet you, President Matan. ”

"You may be seated. ”

After the two of them sat down, President Matan said, "Mr. Lin, I have already heard a little about the Vientiane Development Zone. ”

"I personally welcome and support this grand investment plan, as well as the Timorese government, which is of extraordinary significance to Timor-Leste's economy and people's livelihood, as well as the close relations between China and Timor-Leste......

After speaking in a semi-official tone, President Matan changed his words: "However, Jacques Island is of great significance to the East Timorese, and you must know it...... I don't recommend that you buy the land on Jacko Island and develop it. ”

"We will carry out oil exploration in the easternmost part of Timor-Leste, including Jacques Island," Lin said. If no oil is found, the range will expand until new fields are found. ”

"As long as we find new oil fields, I can assure you that the national government of Timor-Leste will be our partner. ”

President Matan shook his head slowly: "It is precisely because of the oil industry that the government has some scruples. After a long period of closure, the ecological environment on Jeko Island is very superior, and it can even be said that it is the best environment in the whole country. ”

"Moreover, Jacques Island is only ten square kilometers in size, and the probability of oil resources being surveyed is very low. With the thirteen provinces of Timor-Leste, you still have a lot of options. ”

Lin Han took out a document written in Tetum and handed it over, and after President Matan got the document, he couldn't help but show a look of surprise when he read it for a while.

"These are some of the situations in Vientiane in China, including sewage treatment plants, garbage treatment plants, forest companies...... We have a lot of experience in the field of environmental protection, as well as very advanced technology. ”

Lin Han said: "As an environmentally friendly company, we will definitely adopt the strictest environmental protection standards. ”

President Matan was silent for a moment, then said, "I have a question, why did you choose the place of Jacques?"

"For industrial purposes, it's not much different from the rest of Lauteng. In contrast, the symbolism of Jacques Island itself will cost you more. ”

Lin Han smiled and said, "No, the symbolism of Jack Island will make us gain more. In the traditional text, it represents light and hope, and my plan can at least bring solid hope to the people of Lautem Province. ”

"This series of investment plans is called the 'Jack Island Project'. ”

President Matan's expression changed slightly, and he nodded slightly: "Jack Island, a symbol of hope, Jack Island plan...... That's a really good idea. ”

"But in any case, there is always time for any plan to work. During this period, the government will inevitably be under greater pressure from public opinion...... Timor-Leste has only been established for more than a decade, and its economy is underdeveloped, and it is in great need of social stability. ”

President Matan continued: "You know, from ancient times to the present, harming traditional culture is not a trivial matter. ”

Lin Han's expression was as usual: "That's because while hurting, people don't get balanced benefits." Just like the Chinese adage says: do not suffer from widowhood but suffer from inequality, do not suffer from poverty but suffer from anxiety. ”

"In this regard, I have set up a scholarship program in my personal name to provide them with the opportunity to study in China for free and enjoy a better education. ”

President Matan's face suddenly felt a little embarrassed: "There are only 500 college students in Timor-Leste every year, and your scholarship program ......"

Lin Han smiled: "Of course, not only college students, the current plan also includes middle school students, Huaxia's high school is the best basic education institution in the world." ”

President Matan couldn't help but say, "Can you tell me more about it?"