King of Industry

  Chapter 574 The deep meaning of this title

  Prague, the capital of Czechoslovakia, is one of the most beautiful cities in Europe.

  One of its most famous attractions is the Old Town Square.

  Driving by car, Zhao Guoyang couldn't help admiring the statue of Jan Hus in the center of the Old Town Square.

  On the other side of the square, there is a very distinctive ancient building-the chime bell.

   Self-ringing bell, built in the sixteenth century. The clock consists of three parts, namely: the statue of the saint, the dial, and the annual calendar.

  When the time comes, the imp, which symbolizes the passing of time, first rings the bell and keeps ringing, while the Turks keep shaking their heads, symbolizing their unwillingness to surrender.

   On the right side of the clock, there are two statues of figures implying wasting time, shaking their heads constantly, symbolizing that they have not enjoyed the wealth and honor in the world and do not want to leave this world.

  Looking at the characteristic buildings in this foreign country and savoring the culture, Zhao Guoyang couldn't help feeling relaxed.

   The share transfer negotiations with "Skoda Automobile Company" that he had been worried about before gradually no longer bothered him.

  Different from Zhao Guoyang's relaxed mood, Mao Zhichun and Wu Jianlong, sitting on both sides, looked dignified and preoccupied.

  Going to the meeting in the "Skoda Comprehensive Business Building" today, Zhao Guoyang was in the same car as Mao Zhichun and Wu Jianlong.

  The two big men have been frowning since they got in the car, as if they had some concerns.

   While Zhao Guoyang was admiring the beautiful scenery around him, Mao Zhichun suddenly said: "Guoyang, today's meeting with the chairman of 'Skoda', how much do you think is worth it?"

His appreciation mood was interrupted by Chairman Mao's words, Zhao Guoyang smiled and said: "Chairman Mao, it's hard to say whether it's worth it or not, 'Skoda' needs money, and we all know that. "

   "As long as we recognize this principle, our chances will not be too small."

  Zhao Guoyang paused for a moment, and continued to speak: "Of course, I don't mean that we want to fight a price war with 'Volkswagen Group' and 'Daimler AG', that would be too uneconomical..."

  Listening to Zhao Guoyang's eloquent talk, both Mao Zhichun and Wu Jianlong were a little puzzled.

  Wu Jianlong couldn't help saying: "Guoyang, if our bid is not as good as that of 'Volkswagen Group' and 'Daimler AG', why should 'Skoda' choose our 'Huaxia Automobile Group'?"

   "At the end of the day, our company just got a name, and it's still a grassroots team. If people from 'Skoda' seriously go to visit and find out, if they don't keep it right, they can make a mess!"

   Hearing Chairman Wu's worries, Zhao Guoyang smiled and said, "Chairman Wu, you are worrying too much about this."

   "Actually, I already told you about the cooperation with Skoda Automobile Company last night. Among them, our Chinese officials and Czechoslovakian officials will play a very important role."

   "Don't say anything else, let's just say that our name 'Huaxia Automobile Group' is here, and people from 'Skoda' have to weigh it anyway?"

   Zhao Guoyang's words are very reasonable. Although the "Huaxia Automobile Group Company" has just been established, the personnel in all aspects have not yet been in place.

  But its name already contains a deep meaning.

  A discerning eye can tell at a glance that this company is not simply commercial in nature, but has an official background in it.

  As one of the former Warsaw Pact members, Czechoslovakia has not relaxed its supervision of state-owned enterprises even after the system changes.

   Obviously, the good relationship between China and Czechoslovakia is undoubtedly a powerful booster for this negotiation.

   Zhao Guoyang's narration made Wu Jianlong very satisfied.

  He nodded emphatically and said: "I understand what you mean, Guoyang. The main purpose of our negotiation this time is to show our strengths and make a good impression on the 'Skoda' people, isn't that right?"

  Zhao Guoyang gave a "huh", nodded and said, "That's right, that's basically it. After all, today's meeting won't be too long."

   "I think the people from 'Skoda Auto' are doing more to save Minister Kelmenchik's face. Before receiving representatives from major automobile companies, they just had a preliminary contact with us."

   "Understood! Then Guoyang, how many things we can show to impress others depends entirely on you!" Wu Jianlong took a deep look at Zhao Guoyang and said.

   Hearing that this man's confidence in himself seemed to be stronger than that of the big bosses in the embassy, ​​Zhao Guoyang couldn't help laughing secretly.

   Compared with Wu Jianlong, Mao Zhichun is more concerned about technical issues.

  After Wu Jianlong finished asking, Mao Zhichun interjected: "Brother Guoyang, please give me a guarantee. This time, we will acquire the shares of 'Skoda Automobile Company'. How sure are you?"

  Zhao Guoyang did not expect Chairman Mao to ask such straightforward words, so he was a little embarrassed at the time.

  Indeed, from the bottom of Zhao Guoyang's heart, this "acquisition case" is only allowed to succeed, not to fail.

   For this reason, he has also done a lot of work. Whether it is persuading Jin Xiuzhu to give up, or the upcoming meeting with the "Volkswagen Group" executives, Zhao Guoyang is working hard to prepare and plan.

  But this kind of thing, many times it doesn't mean that you will be effective if you do it.

  Although Zhao Guoyang was quite confident in himself, he did not dare to say that he dared to guarantee that he would be able to win the shares of "Skoda Automobile Company".

   Among them, there must still be a certain process of manipulation.

  At this time, Chairman Mao asked such a question, and it was difficult for Zhao Guoyang to reply to the other party.

Seeing his slight frown, Mao Zhichun also knew that what he said was a little too much, so he said with a smile: "Brother Guoyang, that's what I said. If you really can't give an answer, then don't say yes." Already!"

  Mao Zhichun shrank back suddenly, but Zhao Guoyang didn't want to embarrass him.

  He pondered for a while, and said slowly: "Chairman Mao, it is indeed very difficult to compete with automobile giants such as 'Volkswagen Group' and 'Daimler AG'."

   "However, in my opinion, with the support of the state and relevant departments, and the great help of the leaders of the embassy, ​​we still have a good chance of winning the shares of this 'Skoda Automobile Company'."

  Looking up at Mao Zhichun, Zhao Guoyang said to himself: "I think the chance of winning in the end is about 50%..."

  Mao Zhichun didn't expect Zhao Guoyang to give himself an estimate, so he was a little surprised at the time.

  Wu Jianlong on the side was not much better, he opened his mouth wide, forming a big "O".

   It took a while for Chairman Mao to react.

  He said "ah" and said: "Okay, okay! Brother Guoyang, thank you so much, give me a reassurance!"

   "Originally, in my opinion, there are so many 'powerful enemies around the world', and our 'Huaxia Automobile Group' is at most 20 to 30% sure..."

   Regarding Chairman Mao's judgment, Zhao Guoyang just smiled and did not make any comments.

  In fact, Zhao Guoyang's estimate is already very conservative.

  In his opinion, if he cooperates better with Jin Xiuzhu and makes some substantive progress in the evening meeting with the "Volkswagen Group" executives, then the probability will continue to increase.

   While talking with Mao Zhichun and Wu Jianlong, the car had already arrived at the "Skoda Comprehensive Business Building".

  At the service desk on the first floor of the building, after Meng Liangyu and Du Yitao revealed their identities, a senior executive from "Skoda Auto" came over in person and led everyone to the elevator.

  Sitting on the sightseeing elevator, admiring the scenery outside the window, Zhao Guoyang couldn't help but think of his building in SJ City.

  As "Xingtai International" grows bigger step by step, the building that Zhao Guoyang took down now has successively taken back the two floors that were rented out as office space.

   In the next step, Zhao Guoyang thinks that he may have to redecorate the building, and add architectural facilities such as sightseeing elevators that can improve the recognition of employees.

  Take the sightseeing elevator to the top floor, outside the high-level office area of ​​"Skoda Automobile Company", the chairman Skoda Larsson has already received the news, and led a group of executives to welcome him out.

  After the friendly handshake and greetings, the chairman of Skoda Larsson led everyone to the multimedia conference room at the innermost floor.

  After the two parties were seated in two rows, Skoda Larsson smiled and said to Du Yitao, who was opposite him, "First of all, I would like to thank Head Du, Ambassador Meng and his party for visiting the headquarters of Skoda Corporation."

   "We, Czechoslovakia, and your country have always been good-neighborly and friendly brotherly countries, and our Skoda Automobile Company has always been interested in cooperating with auto companies in your country."

"It's just very helpless. Over the years, both of us have not been able to find suitable cooperation opportunities. We, Skoda Automobile Company, have never had the opportunity to help the development of your country's automobile industry. I have to say, this is not a small matter." Sorry..."

  Listening to Skoda Larsson's eloquent talk, Zhao Guoyang on the side silently made a basic judgment on this person.

   Undoubtedly, from the tone of this car company boss, there is a faint feeling of condescension.

  Although this feeling is not strong, there is no doubt that Mr. Skoda Larsson is full of pride in his "Skoda".

  Of course, this may also be because the other party has such a sense of superiority compared with China's automobile industry.

  If you meet with an international car giant such as "Volkswagen Group" or "Daimler AG", the other party may not have such an attitude.

   Skoda Larsson's prologue ends quickly.

  Afterwards, Du Yitao also said a few polite words on behalf of Huaxia.

  The general idea is to express gratitude to "Skoda Automobile Company" for the warm reception, to express appreciation to Mr. Skoda Larsen for his friendliness, etc...

  (end of this chapter)