As Lin Hongfei thought, after the first round of competition, only 10 companies were successfully shortlisted. Chrysler, Scania, Steyr and other traditional European old car giants, even the military explosion-proof vehicle company, the British Aerospace Systems Corporation and the international military and government companies are also among them, although the products they take out are simply removed from the Steyr car logo, on the basis of the US military M1078 4 * 4 light wheeled transporter and M1083 6 * 6 light wheeled transporter.

What made countless people smash their glasses was that Guqi Provincial Industrial Manufacturing Co., Ltd., an enterprise from the Republic, became one of the 10 shortlisted companies.

Although I know that the Chinese are shortlisted this time because the Americans need the support of the Chinese in the Afghan and Iraqi battlefields, otherwise no matter how good the quality of their military vehicles is, there will be no chance of being shortlisted, but even so, those failed companies are still envious of the blue eyeballs, and Qi brushed in his heart and cursed: The benefits are all taken up by the dog's day.

Tang Yong and Rostock were extremely unhappy that "corrupt elements" such as military explosion-proof vehicle companies, British Aerospace Systems and international military and government companies could become one of the 10 shortlisted companies, "Why, they don't even have their own products, but they just took two M1078 and M1083 to modify, how did they become one of the shortlisted companies?" ”

"Because they are members of Congress," Lin Hongfei glanced at these two people, they are also forty or fifty years old, why can't they even see through this? "Do you really think that there is no corruption in the United States and that all officials are saints?"

Comrade Lao Luo and Tang Yong shook their heads in unison: American politicians are not corrupt? Incorruptibility? Are you kidding!

Yes, the politicians in the United States seem to be elected government officials and congressmen. All rights come from the people, not only do they not embezzle, they don't even use public cars as little as possible, and many people even use their own private cars when they work for the government, but what does this mean? The GMC and Chevrolet full-size SUVs, which are most used by U.S. government agencies, are only $70,000 or 80,000 each, which is nothing to government officials and lawmakers.

"Isn't that enough," seeing the reaction of the two, Lin Hongfei lazily let himself lean on the back of the sofa, "Don't look at the three companies of military explosion-proof vehicle companies, British Aerospace Systems and international military and government companies, which have no products of their own." But you see, if there are only three companies that are shortlisted this time, it must be these three companies that will finally get the Pentagon's $32 billion order? ”

This time, not only Rostock and Tang Yong, but everyone else in the conference room also stared at each other: "Impossible, right?" The Americans are not joking with the lives of those American GIs? ”

With the three companies of military explosion-proof vehicles, British Aerospace Systems and the International Military and Government Corporation, which are basically what kind of R&D strength, can they get the Pentagon's order? Are Kenworth, Carter, General Motors, and other American military vehicle giants vegetarians?

Take a hundred steps back and say. Even if they were able to get the order, the three companies – Military Explosion-Proof Vehicles, British Aerospace Systems and International Military & Government – would not even have a production line. What will they deliver to the Pentagon when the time comes? Nothing was handed over. The proud soldiers of the army still have to tear them apart?

Tang Yong hadn't reacted yet, but Lao Luo reacted first, facing the round eyes in the conference room, Comrade Lao Luo smiled bitterly, "It doesn't matter if the three companies of the Military Explosion-proof Vehicle Company, the British Aerospace Systems Corporation and the International Military and Government Corporation do not have their own products, and they do not plan to produce them themselves?" ”

Meet the puzzled eyes of everyone. Comrade Lao Luo explained to them, "After the three companies of the Military Explosion-proof Vehicle Company, the British Aerospace Systems Corporation and the International Military and Government Company get the order, they do not have to produce it themselves at all, they only need to place an order with any of the 10 shortlisted companies." ”

"Look. Among the 10 companies shortlisted this time, the military explosion-proof vehicle company, British Aerospace Systems and the international military and government company have the worst product quality, but the price is the highest, the price of a single car is as high as 1.97 million US dollars, for example, they placed an order with Carter to produce these cars. ”

"What is the offer for Carter's light mine-resistant anti-ambush combat vehicle? The offer on the surface is only $1.4 million, but in fact it certainly doesn't need so much, the military explosion-proof vehicle company, the British Aerospace Systems Corporation, and the international military and government company only need $1 million at most, but the price sold to the Pentagon will definitely not be less than $1.8 million, and the price advertised in the media will not be less than $2.1 million, a car can make at least $800,000 ......"

Military Explosion-Proof Vehicles, British Aerospace Systems and the International Military & Government Corporation are doing this kind of business?

Tang Yong smiled bitterly, yes, is this situation still less in China? Why didn't you think of it yourself?

Even Jessica didn't think what Rostock said was wrong, nodded in agreement, assisted his boss in operating in the United States for so many years, Jessica has long been familiar with the catty and unspoken rules of this, of course, this kind of thing will never appear in the media, and absolutely no media dare to report, whoever dares to report will wait to close the door, as for the reporters who dare to report this matter, they will definitely die, because they are challenging the conventions of all vested interests, Such rules do not appear in the provisions of the law, but they are more effective than the provisions of any legal text.

But Tang Yong can think that Jessica's ability to disagree does not mean that everyone else can accept this, especially some young people who still have an unrealistic impression of the United States......

"But. How is this possible? ”

"Nothing is impossible," Lin Hongfei's expression was very indifferent, "Media propaganda is one thing, in fact it is another, don't you understand the truth that it is better to believe in books than to have no books?" This time, you come with ears and eyes, just don't bring your mouth, throw away all the little thoughts and thoughts in your hearts, and look at them well. This world is not as simple as you think. Look, within three days, the Military Explosion Proof Vehicle Company, British Aerospace Systems and the International Military and Government Corporation will definitely come and talk to us about OEM. ”

Most of these boys are not qualified to participate in such a serious, politically charged military equipment sales negotiations, to put it bluntly, Lin Hongfei brought them here this time to let them recognize the dirty side of the United States, don't think that the United States is really a beacon of hope for mankind. It's naïve.

"Military Explosion Proof Vehicles, British Aerospace Systems and International Military & Government – will we be approached to help with the OEM?" Hearing Lin Hongfei's words, several young boys were very surprised. How is this possible?

"Although you can't be arrogant. But there is no reason for self-contempt, what is so incomprehensible about this, is the performance of our company's light mine-resistant anti-ambush combat vehicle not good enough? Didn't you see yesterday's test, several of our products are in the top three in the group, our company's products are well-known for their high quality and low price, military explosion-proof vehicle company, British Aerospace Systems company and international military and government companies three companies came to us. Maybe they can spend a lot less, they can earn more, in this case, why don't they come? ”

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Lin Hongfei was right. Military explosion-proof vehicle company, British Aerospace Systems Corporation and international military and government companies do invariably look at the three different subdivisions of Guqi Provincial Industrial Manufacturing Co., Ltd. light mine-resistant anti-ambush combat vehicles, although the products of Guqi Provincial Industrial Manufacturing Co., Ltd. are in the highest grade among all the participating enterprises, but if it is not for their highest quotation, military explosion-proof vehicle companies, British Aerospace Systems and the International Military and Government Companies may not be able to look down on them: the high price is good, the high price is good, the high price is more than everyone earns, what a simple truth.

The first to come to Lin Hongfei was the military explosion-proof vehicle company, and in order to show respect for Lin Hongfei and Guqi Provincial Industrial Manufacturing Co., Ltd., they even directly sent the company's executive vice president, Mr. Mark Little.

"Mr. Lin, congratulations on being shortlisted for the primary selection of the light mine-resistant anti-ambush combat vehicle, congratulations, as an old friend, I am deeply proud and proud of your achievements." As soon as Mark Little entered the door, he gave Lin Hongfei a powerful hug, and seemed to be sincerely proud and happy for the achievements of Guqi Provincial Industrial Manufacturing Co., Ltd.

Of course, to a certain extent, MarkLittle is indeed an acquaintance of Lin Hongfei, and Iacocca introduced a distinguished senator to Lin Hongfei through MarkLittle, and through MarkLittle, Lin Hongfei and this honorable senator formed a deep "friendship...... In a way, the Military Explosion-Proof Vehicle Company, British Aerospace Systems Corporation and the International Military and Government Corporation are indeed proud and happy about the achievements of the Guqi Provincial Industrial Manufacturing Co., Ltd., after all, it is a pleasure for both parties to have a reliable and trustworthy partner.

"Mark, thank you, I'm also happy to be shortlisted, and it's an honor for me to be able to do something for these freedom fighters." Saying this, Lin Hongfei was almost about to vomit.

The Yankees didn't seem to be good at greetings, and after a brief chat, MarkLittle immediately reported the latest situation to Lin Hongfei with a worried face, "Lin, there's something I want to tell you that isn't very good." ”

"Oh?" Lin Hongfei raised his eyebrows and motioned for MarkLittle to continue.

"In Mr. Hugo's view, your company's entry is a very good thing to celebrate, which means that China and the United States have entered a deeper level of communication and understanding, which is very conducive to the development of the relationship between the two countries, but you may also have paid attention to the reaction of the media in the past few days, for your company to be shortlisted for the primary selection and may become a supplier of military equipment to the Pentagon. The media and the public have expressed great concern. MarkLittle spread his hands out, seemingly helpless.

Mr. Hugo is Mr. Lin's esteemed senator friend and, of course, a shareholder in the Military Explosion-Proof Vehicle Company.

Lin Hongfei nodded again and again, "Yes, I have also noticed this, this is indeed a very helpless thing, a thing that is beneficial to the people of both countries, but it has been overshadowed here." ”

Hearing Lin Hongfei say this, MarkLittle suddenly smiled happily: talking to smart people is a lot of peace of mind.

"You're right. But in the eyes of Pentagon generals and White House bigwigs, it's up to them to better protect the kids who fought in Afghanistan and Iraq, and your products are the best of all the finalists. ”

Speaking of this, MarkLittle paused. looked at Lin Hongfei's reaction.

Lin Hongfei nodded, and at the same time frowned slightly. Motioned for MarkLittle to continue.

This guy is really a smart guy. It's no wonder this guy can make such a big business! Seeing Lin Hongfei's reaction, Mark Little sighed in his heart, "Your company's light mine-resistant anti-ambush combat vehicle is so good, it is definitely their greatest regret that it cannot be provided to soldiers in Iraq and Afghanistan, but you know, the US government is a democratically elected government." The will of the people must be respected and the reaction of the media must be taken seriously, so Mr. Hugo spoke with several distinguished senators and held in-depth consultations with Pentagon generals. A good way to ensure that children on the battlefields of Afghanistan and Iraq are fully protected, while respecting the wishes of the people and the media, was proposed. ”

"Oh?" Lin Hongfei, who was disappointed just now, suddenly looked like a traveler who had been walking in the desert for a week, thirsty, hungry and tired, and suddenly found that there was an oasis in front of him, and his eyes were greedy and greedy.

Can you not be so dedicated, I have long known what kind of virtuous MarkLittle Lin Hongfei is, seeing Lin Hongfei like this, there was a burst of pantothenic acid in his stomach: This thing is simply a bastard who eats people and doesn't spit out bones, it's just a fool for you to use this to deceive a fool, it is necessary to pretend to me?

Holding back the discomfort in his heart, Mark Little decided not to look at Lin Hongfei's face again, his eyes wandered and stared at the coffee cup on the table, Mark Little said, "Senator hugo means that your company will withdraw from the next re-election, and your company's exhibits will continue to be exhibited in the name of military explosion-proof vehicle company products......"

Seeing that Lin Hongfei's eyes seemed to be a little red, he hurriedly said, "Of course, your company's products are definitely the best, so after the military explosion-proof vehicle company obtains the order, at least 50% of this batch of orders will be delivered to your company and produced by your company...... Mr. Lin, Mr. Senator Hugo said that when it is finalized, you can advertise it to the outside world that most of the parts of the cars produced by the military explosion-proof vehicle company are provided by your company. ”

"I see," Lin Hongfei breathed a sigh of relief, and after glancing at Rostock, Tang Yong and Jessica, he smiled at MarkLittle, "As long as we can get orders, we don't mind what kind of cooperation method we use...... As you said, the reaction of the people and the media in your country must be taken into account, but the price? ”

"$800,000 apiece!" Hearing Lin Hongfei's meaning that he was willing to cooperate so much, MarkLittle was immediately overjoyed, and the thumb and index finger of his right hand were very open, and he gestured to Lin Hongfei with a gesture that was very similar to firing a gun and at the same time represented the number "8" in many cases.

"$800,000? Mr. Mark, what are you kidding? Lin Hongfei was immediately angry, and the spittle Xingzi gushed out with Lin Hongfei's angry voice, and he couldn't see that the two of them were still good friends just now, "Do you know that our company's light mine-resistant anti-ambush combat vehicle is developed on the WS2400 platform?" This is a highly mature and reliable military platform, and after being modified to protect against mines and anti-ambushes, the cost price per vehicle is $1.6 million, and now you tell you are only willing to pay $800,000? Don't even think about it! ”

Mark Little will not believe that the WS2400 8*8 heavy military wheeled off-road transport platform developed by Guqi Provincial Industrial Manufacturing Co., Ltd. on the basis of MAZ543 will require 1.6 million US dollars, not to mention that the 6*6 light mine-proof anti-ambush combat vehicle exhibited by Guqi Provincial Industrial Manufacturing Co., Ltd. this time is still a highly castrated version of the WS2400 heavy military wheeled off-road transport platform, but since Lin Hongfei has said that he wants to bargain, he can't help but say that he raised a finger"$1 million, it definitely can't be more expensive." (To be continued......)