Early in the morning, Su Cheng, Zhong Zhigen, and Yang Ming walked to the conference room in the No. 5 small building.

The room was decorated in an antique style, and after the tables were removed, they were surrounded by wooden chairs, and there were chairs behind the chairs for the attachés.

The first to arrive were Minister Xu of the Ministry of Energy and Kang Qingfeng of Sinopec. Minister Xu is from the Ministry of Coal, after the reform of the Ministry of Coal, he went to the Ministry of Energy to do safety and environmental functions, and has never cared about oil, fortunately, Su Cheng has no chance to offend him, and the two can smile at each other when they meet. Kang Qingfeng once represented Sinopec in the bid for the Setan oil field, and is an older returnee, unlike students who studied abroad when he was a teenager, Kang Qingfeng's thinking mode is still Chinese, which makes him have no chance to be a helicopter cadre, but he has also steadily gained a certain status.

Representatives of the Ministry of Energy and Sinopec sat against the wall, forming an interesting combination. On the one hand, they are the unit most likely to have a relationship with the Haicang plan, and on the other hand, they send two people who are the least likely to make a decision. Kang Qingfeng's identity is a little low, and Minister Xu's position is a little crooked. From the selection of personnel, we can see that the two units want to refuse to return to the mentality.

Director Mao sat closest to the door, greeting everyone who came in, smiling.

Representatives of PetroChina and CNOOC came unsurprisingly late, almost stuck in time. CNOOC's number represents the surname Qin, and only one person came forward, and after two sounds, he leaned on the chair inside to make up for sleep, with a look of "I'll sell cuteness and ignore me". The representative of PetroChina is Liu Bing, an old superior in Sioux City.

Three or four years have passed, and Old Man Liu's beard and hair have turned gray, and he still has no proper smile, sitting opposite Su Cheng, blinking and winking. Curiosity about Sioux City is far greater than Sioux City's curiosity about him. It's also like an expression of soy sauce.

In addition, the Bank of China and the China Development Bank, as well as the State Council, also sent representatives to observe. The specifications of the meeting seem not small, but it is not clear how many people are really interested in attending.

Everything was effortless. Some are like breakfast parties, some are like tea parties, some are like touching class meetings, and in short, they don't look like formal meetings to decide on multibillion-dollar projects. It seems that no one wants to decide on this multi-billion dollar project.

Everyone was impatient with a look of going through the motions.

Perhaps, for them, this is a cutscene.

Those who have the right to make decisions do not dare to come, for fear of being assigned the task of funding. People who don't have the power to make decisions come here, not just go through the motions...... Sioux City thought of this. Suddenly sat up straight and put away all the negative emotions.

Looking around, except for the host Director Mao. The only one who has the ability to make decisions. It turned out to be only Sioux City himself. Several other major companies and the banking system have invariably sent weak or misplaced representatives.

As for Director Mao. He is the deputy director of the National Development and Reform Commission. People who make policy, but do not directly intervene in economic projects.

Su Cheng's thinking suddenly brightened, and he quickly calculated.

Others were still immersed in the state of the meeting, and they showed the results of their party school training.

Director Mao didn't care, and when the time was up, he announced the start of the meeting, and said with a smile: "Let's meet today, get to know each other, and don't make a decision." Everyone is a deputy, and I am also presiding over the meeting on behalf of the central leaders. So, today's meeting, everyone is free to play, who will talk about it?"

There was silence for a while, but their expressions were relaxed.

Director Mao had expected it, and directly named him: "Minister Xu, what does the Ministry of Energy think?"

"We resolutely obey the decision of the Central Committee. Within the ministries and commissions, they tend to support the implementation of the Haicang plan, whether it is Formosa Plastics or we do it, we must continue to do it. Minister Xu said all useless truths: "We believe that the best result is still done by Formosa Plastics, in addition to ethylene and oil refining equipment, attracting Taiwan's downstream factories to set up factories in the mainland is equally important work, which has a strong demonstration significance." Of course, if Formosa Plastics finally decides not to do it, we can't let them do it, we can do it ourselves. ”

Su Cheng looked at him with a straight look in his eyes, and thought: If you say it, you don't say it.

Everyone knows the best of the situation, but the hopeful good doesn't always happen. Minister Xu's position determines that there is no backache when he stands and talks, and the Ministry of Energy does not have to pay for the construction of a petrochemical plant, and it is a purely government agency, so it follows the ideas of the central government, and there are no chaotic disagreements

Director Mao wanted such an effect, and said with satisfaction: "We are not sure that Formosa Plastics will withdraw from Haicang plan, Wang Yongqing came to talk about it shows that they are still interested, and it is normal to propose modification conditions. We have to discern carefully, but don't let our worries drive people away. ”

In his words, eight out of ten points said that Formosa Plastics should be left, but it also illustrates the hesitation of the central government.

As a matter of fact, Formosa Plastics has used the Haicang plan to exert pressure on the Taiwan authorities, and some leaders may be happy to see it come to fruition. Failure or not, Chinese mainland first received the attention of the international community, and in a sense, broke through the blockade of Western countries, which is a typical method of exchanging politics for economy.

However, in this process, the mainland hopes that Formosa Plastics will really do fake drama and pay more and more, but Formosa Plastics is determined and perfunctory more and more......

I can't hold on anymore.

However, the policy inertia of the government is far greater than that of the enterprise. Unless Formosa Plastics says unequivocally that it will withdraw, the mainland will always hold on.

Su Cheng didn't think maliciously: The leader who decided on the Haicang plan can't stick to it for two years, and then slap his face and say that it can't go on.

If there is no external force, this plan will be like many China projects, or China studies, a good start, rendering the process in full swing, and then quietly disappearing from everyone's sight. It's as if nothing had happened.

Sioux City stabbed the window paper in one go, which ended the honeymoon between the two sides and raised the government's bargaining chips in disguise. Seeing that it is 1991, if Formosa Plastics does not prepare some dry goods, there is no need to continue to play this game of what you like and me, and the Chinese side will not take the initiative again.

This meeting can be regarded as the attitude of the central authorities. Everyone is talking about the Haicang plan, which will replace Formosa Plastics.

It's just that, out of departmental interests, other units don't want to stupidly bump into the background.

It's a multi-billion dollar project. Remove the water and ocean-going fleets and other supporting projects. If you don't say anything, there are three or four billion dollars, so how can you say that the next thing will be next. At the very least, there must be three up and three down. Three excuses, set out the facts, and be reasonable. Let the central government sign a note that it is not to blame for the past, give some policies that are not usually available, and promise some conditions that have long been wanted...... The central authorities must not be unreasonable.

China also has its own characteristics of the separation of powers -- the central government, ministries and commissions, and local governments are the three poles, and no one can be a single husband. The days of centralization are long gone.

In China in 1990, only what the central government, local governments and ministries and commissions wanted to do could be done vigorously and beautifully.

Director Mao had his own account, smiled slightly, and turned his gaze to Kang Qingfeng. Wen Yan said: "What about Sinopec's opinion?"

Kang Qingfeng moved twice uneasily, he was driving ducks to the shelves to be a messenger for Sinopec's senior management, and frowned slightly: "We are under a lot of pressure on funds. ”

Too much to say and more to be wrong. He cherishes words like gold.

Director Mao asked again unexpectedly: "If Sinopec's funding problem is solved." Will it be able to support this petrochemical base?"

"We don't have any preparations, and we have to look into it again. Kang Qingfeng did not hesitate to prevaricate Director Mao with "research".

Even a senior NDRC official at the vice-ministerial level. In the face of such a classic quintessence, there is nothing to be done.

Director Mao's expression remained unchanged, and his neck continued to turn, facing Minister Liu Bingliu, the representative of PetroChina.

Su Cheng was stuck in the gap, didn't let him ask, suddenly laughed twice, and said, "Director Kang, is Sinopec ready?"

Liu Bing was stopped, but a smile appeared on his face, and his hands were safely placed on his knees, looking like he was watching a good show.

Kang Qingfeng had not yet been liberated from the state of listening to lectures in the party school, and asked in surprise: "What?"

Su Cheng said unhurriedly: "700,000 tons of large ethylene, the introduction of complete sets should also be prepared." Based on Dahua Industrial's experience in introducing large methanol, the larger and more complex the equipment, the longer it will take to train skilled workers, and the equipment company will have to conduct interviews and inspections, otherwise it cannot be turnkey. Sinopec has to advance at least one year in advance. In other words, before December 1991, Sinopec could not even do the trial operation. In addition, the installation requires initial training for employees, about 3 months, so that before March 1992, you can't test run? ”

Kang Qingfeng got the order to observe the situation, and said with a heartless smile: "It's understandable that such a big project will take a long time." ”

Sioux City ignored him and turned to the banker's side. He only remembered the representative of the Bank of China, and asked: "Manager Jiang, how long will it take for you to decide to lend money to such a person?"

Manager Jiang was stunned.

Director Mao's nose moved slightly, and he smiled: "Let's talk about it." ”

Manager Jiang of the Bank of China had no choice but to say: "If it is indeed necessary to go through the inspection of the equipment supplier, then we must wait for the inspection of the supplier side to end before considering the loan." ”

Su Cheng faced Kang Qingfeng and said, "In this way, Sinopec has to prepare 7 to 1.4 billion US dollars of its own funds, how long will it take? Three months is not enough...... Actually, I said so much to mean that Mr. Kang, if Sinopec is the Hand Haicang plan, will it be able to put into production by 1995?"

"Well, I don't know. Kang Qingfeng couldn't laugh or cry, he and Sioux City had been dealing with Abu Dhabi for a long time, and at this time he seemed to wake up, but he was weak to deal with it.

Su Cheng did not relax, and continued to ask: "Although Sinopec has a lot of funds, it also spends a lot. The 1991 budget has been arranged. If the banks can't lend money, won't they be able to consider the Haicang plan until next year?

If there is a policy, it is not impossible to increase the budget. However, Sinopec has not yet decided whether to take over the Haicang plan, so naturally there is no way to talk about policies. Moreover, this is also beyond the scope of Kang Qingfeng's decision.

Kang Qingfeng looked at Su Cheng, pondering what he meant, and his head swelled when he thought about it.

The mindset of the companies present is different. If Sinopec wants to be a petrochemical base in Haicang, of course it wants to do so, and this kind of large petrochemical project should be the lifelong pursuit of petrochemical enterprises. However, the mentality of doing more and making more mistakes is affecting him again, in case the $7 billion Haicang plan fails. The senior leaders untied the belt and put it on the hanging ......

In the case of being afraid of wolves and tigers. It's harder for them to say, "I'll do it," than to climb to the sky. However, it is no easier to get them to say, "I don't do it," than to get into the ground.

Kang Qingfeng froze like this. Trying to figure out what Sioux City was thinking.

Director Mao coughed and said with a smile: "Su Dong, what do you think of Dahua?"

Su Cheng secretly wiped a handful of sweat. I thought to myself, it's really not easy to find a platter.

In an instant, Su Cheng said: "Director Mao, I want to prove that the way of determining investment according to the proportion of capital contribution is incorrect. ”

At this moment, the representatives of CNOOC who played soy sauce raised their heads, looked sideways and vertically at Su Cheng's teeth, and couldn't understand how he caught and bit whom.

Director Mao also said helplessly: "How did you prove it." ”

Su Cheng spread his hands and said: "Sinopec will not be able to build a petrochemical base by 1995. Dahua Industrial can be completed in just 2 years. Isn't that proof?"

Kang Qingfeng was anxious: "I didn't say that it couldn't be built in 1995 as a petrochemical base......

"If Dahua can't build a petrochemical base of 700,000 tons of ethylene within 2 years, it will be disposed of. Su Cheng still left some room to speak. Leaving it to be disposed of is actually just a pretext, just to explain the attitude.

However, where does Kang Qingfeng have the power to explain his attitude. Not even a word of excuse will work. Helplessly sat there staring at each other.

Director Mao said: "Whether the Haicang plan can be built within 2 years, what does it have to do with the proportion of investment?"

"If the central government decides to build it in 1995, it will be fine. Dahua Petrochemical Company can do it as a sole proprietorship, with an annual investment of US$700 million. We don't need any Haicang plan, 60xs application, can the National Development and Reform Commission approve it? Since Sinopec has not made any preparations except for funds, it is better to just collect the capital dividends. ”

Director Mao had to admit that Su Cheng's statement was very reasonable. If Dahua Industrial applies for a large ethylene project alone, it is indeed very likely to be approved in the case of the suspension or termination of the Haicang plan, but the procedures are more complicated and the conditions are more stringent than taking over the Haicang plan.

At this time, Director Mao suddenly understood why Su Cheng was so active in the Haicang plan.

The central government has given 15,000 hectares of land, invested hundreds of millions of yuan in leveling costs in advance, and set aside special zones...... Except for Formosa Plastics, no Chinese company can ask for such policies and benefits.

Formosa Plastics does not do it because of its high vision, which is indeed a good foundation for Dahua Industrial.

There was only one voice in the conference room: "Sinopec has not completed the preparation of the Haicang plan at all, but Dahua has been preparing for more than a year. Therefore, I suggest that in order to complete the Haicang plan as soon as possible, the proportion of capital contribution should only be used as a reference for dividends, and the management and construction rights should be handed over to Dahua for completion. ”

Su Cheng's eyes sparkled with stars. Such a huge petrochemical base will have a huge impact on the domestic and international petrochemical market, which is like owning a lake, you can raise any fish you want, but the difference between earning more and earning less.

Kang Qingfeng finally understood the trap of Su Cheng, he wanted Sinopec to pay money, but he didn't want Sinopec to have the right to operate. It is equivalent to treating Sinopec as a bank, not only a bank of capital, but also a bank of manpower and technology.

Of course not. Kang Qingfeng argued: "The formation of a board of directors according to the proportion of capital contribution is the most normal model......

"Has Sinopec decided to take over the Haicang plan?" Su Cheng interrupted.

Kang Qingfeng's mouth opened and closed twice, and he couldn't continue. He was not qualified to say "decided to take over".

Su Cheng then continued: "The current situation is not who will take over the Haicang plan, but Sinopec will not be able to take over the Haicang plan at all. Therefore, it is better for Dahua Industry to take over, and Sinopec will invest in shares and other conditions, and not everyone will have their own place?"

"But you don't have any money. ”

"The start-up capital is only $700 million, and if the time to start production is extended, the capital required will be reduced. ”

Kang Qingfeng laughed angrily and said, "Does Dahua have $500 million now?"

Su Cheng asked rhetorically: "Does Sinopec have it? Can I clearly give the financing schedule of Dahua Industrial, can you?"

Kang Qingfeng was speechless. His level, how can he know the financial situation of the petrochemical company.

Minister Xu of the Ministry of Energy could not sit back and watch Dahua "snatch" the Haicang plan, so he had to speak up: "Formosa Plastics has not withdrawn from the Haicang plan, so don't worry." ”

Su Cheng spread his hands and said, "What if they quit?"

Minister Xu was stunned, he was in charge of environmental protection and safety supervision, how could he answer this question, so he looked at Director Mao.

Director Mao saw Su Cheng's tongue and said with a headache: "We are a symposium today, don't make a decision, oh, don't make a decision." ”

Sioux City nodded noncommittally.

As soon as everyone relaxed, they saw Su Cheng turn around, face the back and say, "Trouble, give me a copy of the meeting minutes, I want to write a report." ”

It was Director Mao's secretary who made the record, and the consultant looked at him.

Liu Bing squinted his eyes and helped, "Give me a copy of the meeting minutes too." I don't have a good memory, so I'll report back when I go back. ”

It is a normal procedure to copy the minutes of the meeting, and Director Mao may be able to make a special exception not to grant it to Su Cheng, a private business owner, but not to Liu Bing.

Thinking that Su Cheng could get a copy from Liu Bing, Director Mao didn't bother to be a villain, waved his hand and said, "Give each unit a copy of the meeting minutes." I'll make a copy of it in a moment. ”

Liu Bing winked at Su Cheng proudly, and at the same time sighed at the audacity of this guy. A small private enterprise would want to let a ministerial-level central enterprise with assets of tens of billions of dollars make it a private bank, in this case, it is estimated that Su Cheng can say it.

Liu Bing put himself in the position of the leader of Sinopec and thought about it, and he felt that his lungs were swollen, which was really infuriating!