"Asley to São Paulo?" When he got up in the morning, Tang Bao, who learned the news, was slightly stunned, as if he didn't expect the other party to be so fast. Pen × fun × Pavilion www. ｂｉｑｕｇｅ。 ｉｎｆｏ

"Yes. I arrived last night at about half-past eleven, and you were all rested. I saw that Asley was physically and mentally exhausted from the long flight, so I arranged for him to rest without alarming you. Kate explained with a smile. Boss, do you need to invite Asley over for breakfast with you? ”

Forehead.

After thinking about it for a moment, Tang Bao shook his head silently. He and Asley weren't familiar with each other, and it was a bit inappropriate to invite each other to breakfast. Perhaps, he will need to rely on Asley for future investments in Brazil, but there are many ways to get the other party, and there is no need to rush.

"Hehe, don't worry, when Asley is well-rested, you can bring him over......" Canceling the inspection trip to some South American countries, Tang Bao's time instantly became much more abundant, and he was not in a hurry for a moment.

"Hmm."

Kate smiled and nodded.

……

"Hey......" Lei, who was eating breakfast silently, felt the vibration of the satellite phone, hurriedly connected, and hung up the phone after a few consecutive "uh-huh" sounds.

"Ray, is there a new problem?" Natalia asked, the satellite phone is a special communication network for their bodyguard team, and if there is nothing to do, Ilya and others who are hidden in the shadows will not be disturbed.

Hear the words.

Tang Bao also raised his head and looked at Lei. Since they were separated at São Paulo International Airport, he hadn't seen Ilya and the other five, and he didn't expect them to appear suddenly.

"Well, I'm not sure, the boss said that there are many people who are inquiring about the boss's news, reminding me to pay more attention to the vigilance ......" Lei said lightly.

"Inquire about me?" Tang Bao was surprised.

"Hmm."

Lei snorted silently, his brow furrowed slightly, as if he was trying to remember if there had been any anomalies around him in the last two days.

"Huh. Ray, there's no need to be so nervous. I've been in Brazil for more than a week, and it's impossible to hide my whereabouts all the time, it's normal for someone to be inquiring. Tang Baofeng said lightly.

Well.

Ray and Natalia both nodded in agreement, agreeing with Tang Bao's statement, but as a bodyguard, with an annual salary of tens of millions of dollars, he must be responsible for the safety of his employer. Even the slightest sign of abnormality must be 100% mentally responsive.

Let alone......

Brazil is chaotic and not as safe as it seems, so it's worth paying attention. After all, with Tang Bao's terrifying wealth, it is easy to attract unscrupulous people to covet it.

After breakfast, Tang Bao didn't go out in a hurry, but just found an English newspaper to browse at random. Kate originally wanted to summon Asley directly, but Tang Bao considered that the other party was tired from the journey, and it was necessary to understand the other party's hard work. So, Tang Bao planned to wait for Asley to rest well and take the initiative to come over.

Fortunately.

Asley didn't let Tang Bao wait, and at about a quarter past nine, Asley contacted Kate and asked when he would see him indirectly.

Kate knew that Tang Bao had been waiting for Asley, so naturally she would not delay, "Mr. Asley, the boss has time, you can just come over." ”

"Okay."

Asley replied.

Asley had seen Tang Bao, but he had never talked to him, and he was inevitably a little excited when he thought of having a face-to-face communication with the famous "Stock God Tang" on Wall Street. After repeatedly tidying up in front of the mirror and making sure that there was nothing wrong with it, I hurried to the appointment.

Kate led Asley to the reception room.

"Boss, it's an honor to meet you. I'm Asley Dell, and before coming to Brazil, I was in charge of venture capital in the pharmaceutical, manufacturing, and retail industries at Phoenix Holdings. After seeing Tang Bao, Asli forcibly suppressed the excitement in his heart and introduced himself a little calmly.

"Hello, Asley, Cappus told me about you." Tang Bao shook hands with Asley, smiled and assumed a posture of invitation, and said, "Please take a seat!" ”

The two sides sat down.

After a brief casual chat, Tang Bao cut to the topic.

"Since you have chosen to come to Brazil, you must know your duty. Brazil's business environment is far less than that of the United States, and the situation is complex...... I heard that your wife is Brazilian and knows Brazil quite well. Tell us about what you know about Brazil! Tang Bao said.

Forehead.

Asley was slightly stunned, he didn't expect the exam questions he faced would be so simple, although he and his wife do not live in Brazil, but they come back once a year, and they often contact relatives in Brazil, so they have a certain understanding of the situation in Brazil.

"Corruption-corruption is rampant, inflation is high, and trade unions are in a strong socio-political position. As the boss said, the investment climate in Brazil is very bad and it is difficult to attract foreign investment. Frankly speaking, I don't understand why the boss would look at Brazil because there are many countries with a better business and investment environment than Brazil. Asley said.

"Oh? Do you think it's worth investing in Brazil......" Tang Bao smiled.

"Yes. Other problems aside, the problem of bad inflation alone will erode all investment returns. Asley said.

Then.

Asley's tone softened slightly, and he added: "However, Wall Street says that the boss's investment vision is very accurate, and since he chooses to invest in Brazil, he must have his unique attraction." ”

"Hehe......" Tang Bao smiled in the face of Asley's slightly sloppy words. Do you know what difficulties you face when investing in Brazil? ”

"Hmm."

Asley nodded solemnly and said, "First of all, the problem of inflation, Brazil is facing very severe inflation, and it is a headache to ensure that investment profits are not swallowed up by inflation. Second, Brazil's trade unions are in a strong position, and investing heavily in Brazil inevitably involves dealing with them. Third, Brazil's political climate is bad and corruption is rife, and I am afraid that it will inevitably run into trouble. Finally, we are outsiders anyway, and investing heavily in Brazil will certainly create a conflict of interest with local powers. Asley analyzed.

Not bad!

Tang Bao nodded secretly, whether Asley was investigating the data or his own cognition, but he had a clear understanding of the situation in Brazil.

It's good to be able to recognize the situation, and this level can be regarded as Asley's pass.

"It's good that you can have that kind of insight. It's true that the investment climate in Brazil is poor, but that's what makes us an opportunity. Investing in Brazil is not about short-term gains, but about the future......," Tang said. "Mineral resources and agricultural development are both key areas, and they are also the two areas that you need to try to expand in the future."

"Understood." Asley was alerted by Kate beforehand, but he was not surprised. Even last night, he endured his tired body and checked the relevant information.

So.

Naturally, we are aware of the challenges we face in expanding these two areas. Investment in mineral resources is inseparable from Vale; In terms of agricultural development, the four major international grain merchants cannot be bypassed, and the grain import and export of Brazil and even the entire South American country are monopolized by giants such as ADM, Bunge, Cargill, and Louis Dreyfus Company of France.

"Boss, Vale is a giant in the field of mineral resource development, and there is no need for conflict unless it is forced to do so."

Hearing Asley's words, Tang Bao couldn't help laughing and said with relief, "You don't have to worry about this, I naturally understand that it is not appropriate to have a conflict with Vale." Let alone...... I had a great conversation with Arnold, Vice President of Vale, and we reached a number of cooperation agreements. Well, the specific cooperation agreement will be signed by you, and in the future, you will have to communicate with him well. ”

"Ahh

Asley was surprised, he was also worried that Tang Bao would rely on his financial advantages to confront Vale head-on, but he didn't expect that Tang Bao had already been in contact with Vale's high-level management, it seemed that he was unfounded. It's right to think about it, Tang Bao has achieved amazing results at a young age, how can he be so reckless as an ordinary young man.

"Huh. Speaking of Vale, let's talk about the situation in detail. Before you arrived, I reached a cooperation agreement with Arnold. There are two main aspects of cooperation, one is to form a joint consortium with Vale, Previ Fund and Bradesco Bank to participate in the private-owned auction of the National Ferrous Metallurgical Company, and if nothing else, we hold 35% of the shares. Vale is looking at the iron ore resources controlled by the National Ferrous Metallurgical Company, and after the auction is successful, it will be responsible for the daily operation and management, and even the other party may look for opportunities to swallow the iron ore resources under the National Ferrous Metallurgical Company. The second cooperation is to provide a billion-dollar loan to Vale at an annual interest rate of 13.5%, and you and Arnold and Rosso will discuss the specific loan term and repayment of principal and interest. Tang Bao roughly said the situation.

Well.

Asley nodded silently. Then, with a little confusion, he asked, "Boss, the first cooperation is understandable; But isn't the second cooperation, borrowing from Vale, to finance its rivals? ”

"Huh...... Brazil is so rich in minerals that no one can swallow it alone. We and Vale are competitors and partners. Let alone...... Brazil's privatization-ownership movement is in full swing, and it doesn't hurt to be on good terms with the state-owned Vale at this time! Tang Bao said with a smile.

"Boss, do you mean Vale will also be sold by the Brazilian government......?" Asley's voice trembled a little.

At the same time, I can't believe it.

Tang Bao knew that Vale would be auctioned off in the future, but he only vaguely responded to Asley's question, "Who can say for sure what will happen in the future, but it is right to prepare early." ”

"Yes."

Asley nodded repeatedly, they are now friendly with Vale, and if Vale is sold in the future, they have a better chance of taking over. Thinking that Vale, which has a chance to control the vast majority of Brazil's iron ore resources, could not help but tremble with excitement in his heart.

"That's all for the cooperation with Vale. This is followed by a cooperation agreement with the São Paulo State Government......"

"Hmm. There is only one cooperation project, which is to lease 100,000 hectares of mountain barren forest in the north of the state of São Paulo for a period of 70 years, with a rent of 10 million US dollars, to be paid in a lump sum. Tang Bao said.

"Ah...... So cheap!? Asley asked incredulously.

"Hey, cheap naturally has a reason for being cheap. It's a real backwood, with no roads, no electricity, no safe drinking water, and everything I need to invest in. Again, the formal cooperation agreement is signed between you and the São Paulo State Government, well, remember to fight for some more tax incentives. Tang Bao explained.

"I know what to do." Asley nodded.

After listening to Tang Bao's explanation, Asley could imagine the desolation there, and there were really few people who could see it in Brazil, which was rich in land resources.

He didn't understand why Tang Bao was interested in such a land......

"Hmm. In addition, I asked Morais and Milt to help me acquire some good agricultural land and a steel mill that controlled a lot of iron ore resources. Well, the acquisitions are still ongoing. Tang Bao said. Morais and Milita are two Brazilians with strong official backgrounds, and after that, you can get along with them and use them a lot more in the future. ”

"Investments in mineral resources and agriculture are as much as possible, and when you take over, you continue to expand. Well, it's worth mentioning that the governor of São Paulo, Akmin, has some misgivings about my large acquisition of land, and you try to reassure him as much as possible. Tang Bao added.

……

It took about an hour for Tang Bao to finish introducing the investment situation in Brazil.

"Whew."

After learning about the situation, Asley was also very shocked, he did not expect Tang Bao's investment in Brazil to be so large, only counting the initial investment and borrowing are more than two billion US dollars. Thinking of the leased 100,000 hectares of wasteland, the cost of construction and development is another astronomical amount.

Even so, Tang Bao was not satisfied. He even bluntly said that the more investment in minerals and agriculture, the better, and asked him to work hard to expand!

Asley didn't expect that when he first arrived in Brazil, he would be in charge of billions of dollars worth of assets! This is more than the assets of the entire Phoenix Holdings. Of course, it can't count the 10 billion US dollars that Tang Bao gave to Capus to acquire the patent when he was in Japan.

"Oh, don't be too stressed. I'm not looking for a return on your investment in the short term, I just want you to scale up steadily, and remember that the more you invest in minerals and agriculture, the better. Investments in other areas, if you think you have potential, you can also invest! Tang Bao said with a smile.

"The owner...... Frankly, I've led venture capital for a lot of big projects, but this is the first time I've managed billions of dollars in assets. Asley smiled wryly.

To say that there is no pressure is absolutely deceitful.

"It's fine. I believe in the vision of Capuz, and since he recommends you, it is natural that he recognizes your abilities! Tang Bao said with a smile.

"Hmm. Since the boss believes in me, then I will naturally do my best. Asley said that since he chose to come to Brazil, he naturally wanted to go further in his career, and there was no reason to be frightened and retreat. However, he will never be blindly confident, he is very self-aware, and he can't handle all the problems by himself, so he asked Tang Bao, "Boss, I need a helper." ”

"No problem, whether you hire from the U.S. or pick from Brazil, it's up to you." Tang Bao didn't hesitate and agreed very happily. (To be continued.) )