In Hong Kong, we build a global business empire

Chapter 24 Hang Seng Bank
Although Lin Haoran is Lin Wanan's son, Lin Wanan's status in the business world may not be enough to directly attract the special attention of a big shot like Shen Bi, let alone Lin Haoran himself.

Therefore, it is somewhat difficult for Lin Haoran to negotiate directly with Shen Bi.

If you take the initiative to approach someone, you might get turned away.

If he directly took out the shares of Qingzhou Yingni that he owned, he would definitely be received by Shen Bi.

But this would also indirectly lead to his identity as a major shareholder of Qingzhou Yingni being known to others.

At this moment, Lin Haoran also fully understood that in the business world, personal influence and status are equally important.

Bao Yugang’s name flashed through Lin Haoran’s mind.

He realized that perhaps through Bao Yugang, a shipping tycoon with extensive connections, he would have the opportunity to meet Shen Bi.

After all, Bao Yugang had a good impression of him before and even warmly invited him to his home, which showed the good foundation of their relationship.

However, after this idea lingered in Lin Haoran's mind for a while, he rejected it himself.

The reason is simple: he is now keeping a close eye on the movements of Hutchison Whampoa and trying to profit from it.

Such behavior, to some extent, can be seen as indirectly "sucking blood" from the interests of the charter king.

In this context, if he were to seek a meeting with Shen Bi through Bao Yugang, it would undoubtedly add a layer of complicated human entanglements.

Lin Haoran is well aware that personal connections in the business world are often accompanied by an exchange of interests, and what he is currently pursuing is a more pure and direct business cooperation.

Therefore, after careful consideration, he decided to give up the idea of ​​introducing Shen Bi through Bao Yugang and instead look for other more appropriate ways to achieve his goals.

After a period of deep thought, Lin Haoran soon felt relieved.

He realized that with Qingzhou Yingni's shares as collateral, it would not be difficult for him to obtain a loan now, and he did not have to rely on Huifeng Bank.

Since there are other options that can also achieve the goal, why bother over it?
Having good dealings with Hui Feng Bank would allow him to gain a better foothold in Hong Kong, and even be beneficial to his future mergers and acquisitions of certain British companies, but there was no need to rush into this matter.

At this moment, Lin Haoran's heart was full of longing and confidence for the future.

He believed that as long as he continued to work hard in Hong Kong and accumulate experience and strength, one day he would be able to carve out a place for himself in this fertile business land and establish his own influence.

By then, meeting with anyone to discuss cooperation will become easy and no longer an unattainable dream.

Therefore, Lin Haoran decided to put down the burden in his heart and focus on the things at hand.

Since British banks are not suitable for this loan business for the time being, Lin Haoran set his sights on Chinese banks.

Soon, Lin Haoran had an idea.

He decided to set his sights on Hang Seng Bank, which is one of the strongest and most powerful Chinese banks.

Although Hang Seng Bank encountered severe challenges during the bank run in 1965 and was eventually acquired by HSBC, its core management, especially the position of chairman, has always been firmly held by its founder, Mr. Ho Sin Hang.

It might be difficult to meet Mr. Shen Bi directly for the time being, but Lin Haoran guessed that he might be able to achieve his goal indirectly through Mr. He Shanheng.

The reason is that the Wan An Group, founded by my father, Lin Wan An, has always maintained a good cooperative relationship with Hang Seng Bank.

The fund operation of Wan An Group is carried out smoothly relying on the solid financial platform of Hang Seng Bank. With his status as the son of Wan An Group, Lin Haoran believes that no matter what the considerations are, Mr. He Shanheng will take into account the deep friendship with the Lin family and the importance of Wan An Group to Hang Seng Bank and give him a chance to meet.

After all, in the business world, personal connections and interests are often intertwined, driving the wheels of cooperation and development forward.

After thinking clearly about his next course of action, Lin Haoran first took the stock receipt of Qingzhou Yingni, and then left the office decisively.

It's just past four in the afternoon, so it's still early and I can go to Hang Seng Bank.

As soon as he got in the car, he sat in the passenger seat and said to Li Weiguo, who took the initiative to sit in the driver's seat: "Weiguo, let's go to 163-165 Queen's Road Central next. I will show the way and you drive."

Li Weiguo and Li Weidong had just passed the driving test not long ago. In just over a week, Lin Haoran had already witnessed Li Weiguo's driving skills and was quite impressed.

Therefore, he confidently handed the steering wheel to Li Weiguo, believing that he was capable of handling the task.

As for Li Weidong, he always gives people the feeling of being honest and innocent.

In Lin Haoran's mind, for a task like driving that requires high concentration and precise operation, he would rather let Li Weiguo, who has more proficient driving skills, take on the task.

Therefore, before Li Weidong's driving skills have reached a sufficient level, Lin Haoran will definitely not let him drive. After all, safety always comes first.

"Okay, young master." Li Weiguo responded, started the car, and looked forward with focused eyes.

He knew that although he had been in Hong Kong for nearly a month, he was still not familiar with the city's street layout.

And the young master is like a living navigator who can accurately point the way.

As far as I can remember, Lin Haoran had naturally been to the Hang Seng Bank head office, and he had been there quite a few times, always with his father Lin Wanan.

Under Lin Haoran's precise command, the vehicle shuttled quickly and smoothly between the streets, and after a few minutes, it stopped steadily in front of the Hang Seng Bank headquarters building.

Hang Seng Bank, as a well-known financial institution in the industry, naturally chose to locate its headquarters in the prosperous Central area, which is home to many Hong Kong and even international financial institutions.

Lin Haoran and Li Weiguo got off the car together, and what came into view was a seemingly unassuming five-story building.

Although its height is not conspicuous and even seems a bit low-key in the Central area full of tall buildings, it is the headquarters of the famous Hang Seng Bank.

Entering the lobby, Lin Haoran asked the brothers Li Weiguo and Li Weidong to wait for him in the lounge of the lobby, while he went directly to find the lobby manager.

Lin Haoran has been to the Hang Seng Bank headquarters many times, so many of the managers here know him.

"Hello, Manager Zhang!" Lin Haoran had sharp eyes and quickly spotted the busy Manager Zhang in the crowd and greeted him enthusiastically.

"Oh, Mr. Lin, it's been a long time! How have you been recently? What brings you here today? What can I do for you?" Manager Zhang stopped his work and responded with a smile on his face, obviously surprised by Lin Haoran's arrival.

"I'm here to talk to Mr. He about something. Is Mr. He in the company now?" Lin Haoran asked.

"Mr. Lin, are you here to discuss something important with Mr. He? Please allow me to help you confirm whether Mr. He is in the company at the moment and whether it is convenient to meet you." Manager Zhang responded politely.

"Okay, then I'll have to trouble Manager Zhang." Lin Haoran smiled and nodded in thanks.

A few minutes later, Manager Zhang returned quickly and informed Lin Haoran with a smile: "Mr. Lin, it has been confirmed that Mr. He is in the office right now and has specifically asked me to guide you there. Please follow me."

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