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Cui Zilong looked at his boss with eyes full of gratitude.

At this moment, Lin Haoran saw that his loyalty had changed once again.

Last time, after Lin Haoran announced the establishment of the Galaxy Strategic Development Committee and the equity incentive plan, the loyalty of his key subordinates increased significantly.

Among them, Ma Shimin, as the interim chairman of the Galaxy Strategic Development Committee, saw his loyalty level soar to 100, becoming Lin Haoran's fifth subordinate with a loyalty level of 100.

Before Ma Shimin, Su Zhixue, Li Weidong, Li Weiguo, and Yamada Keiko were already subordinates with a loyalty rating of 100.

As for Cui Zilong, his loyalty had already skyrocketed to 99/100 before this, and he was just one step away from becoming another subordinate with a full loyalty rating.

At this moment, when Lin Haoran entrusted him with the important responsibility of Chairman and CEO of Oriental Media Group in such a public and solemn occasion, a responsibility that could change the trajectory of his life and the pinnacle of his career, the last trace of caution and distance left in Cui Zilong's heart due to his past experiences was completely overwhelmed by surging gratitude, recognition and determination to serve him to the death.

In Lin Haoran's eyes, the number representing loyalty above Cui Zilong's head had broken through the final barrier and reached 100/100!

This means that from now on, Cui Zilong will be one of his most core, most reliable, and unwavering confidants, an absolute loyalist to whom he can entrust important tasks and share core secrets in any complex situation.

In Lin Haoran's view, the value of this completely acquired loyalty is no less than that of the Oriental Media Group itself.

Six more subordinates with a loyalty level of 100 have been added, bringing the total to six!
This was an unexpected surprise.

Lin Haoran was well aware of how difficult it was to achieve a 100/100 level of loyalty among his subordinates.

After all, over the course of this year, apart from Cui Zilong who just reached 100/100, there are only five others.

Previously, Cui Zilong's loyalty level reached 99, which meant he was absolutely trusted.

However, although there seems to be only a thin line between 99 and 100, there is actually a fundamental and mysterious difference between them.

A loyalty of 99% is based on a strong trust built on rational judgment, shared interests, emotional identification, and past favors, making betrayal virtually impossible.

However, 100% loyalty is based on this foundation, but also includes a sense of belonging and dedication that transcends rationality and is almost instinctive. It means that one’s personal glory, future and even life are completely integrated with Lin Haoran’s will and career.

Subordinates with 100% loyalty will spare no effort in carrying out Lin Haoran's orders, and will even take the initiative to guess his intentions, make plans in advance, and be willing to take the greatest risks for him, without any complaints or wavering.

This is the highest level of spiritual bond.

Now, Cui Zilong has also reached this level.

This made Lin Haoran more confident about the future development of Oriental Media Group, and also gave him another "trump card" to play.

Su Zhixue is in charge of finance and investment, the Li brothers, Weidong and Weiguo, are in charge of security and special affairs, Keiko Yamada oversees Japanese industries on his behalf, Ma Shimin is in charge of macro strategy and capital operations, and now Cui Zilong is in charge of media mouthpieces, intelligence, and information hegemony...

The core structure of his team has become increasingly clear and powerful.

On stage, Cui Zilong suppressed his inner turmoil and walked to the microphone.

"I sincerely thank Mr. Lin for his immense trust and kindness! This appointment is the highest honor for me, Cui Zilong, but also a tremendous responsibility."

Any achievements made by Oriental Media Group in the past are based on Mr. Lin's visionary strategic guidance and the hard work of all its colleagues.

Today, standing at this new and higher starting point for Media Group, and facing the grand and arduous goal of 'building a world-class media group,' I hereby solemnly pledge:

I will dedicate myself wholeheartedly to this cause, employing a pioneering and innovative spirit and pragmatic and efficient measures. I will closely unite and lead all colleagues within the group, guided by Mr. Lin Haoran's strategic blueprint, to face challenges fearlessly, scale new heights, and live up to this important trust, creating a brilliant future for Oriental Media Group worthy of our times and expectations!

Cui Zilong's statement was filled with absolute loyalty and gratitude to Lin Haoran, and also clearly demonstrated his ambition and responsibility as the new leader, winning even more enthusiastic applause from the audience.

Many people, including international media professionals, realize that this new media mogul is no ordinary person and will surely make waves in the global media industry in the future.

Of course, the establishment of Oriental Media Group is just a side topic; today's main focus is still the rich list!
Lin Haoran smiled slightly and handed the stage back to Cui Zilong.

He, on the other hand, returned to his seat.

On stage, Cui Zilong took a deep breath, gradually calming his inner excitement.

He knew that his boss had handed him the final, and most important, bombshell.

Cui Zilong's voice continued through the microphone: "Thank you for your applause, and thank you again to my boss, Mr. Lin Haoran, for his trust and expectations of Oriental Media Group."

However, the establishment of MediaCon Group, the integration of resources, and the ambition to create a world-class media platform—all of this stems from our unwavering dedication to recording and interpreting the economic pulse of this era.

He paused briefly, his gaze sweeping over the guests below the stage, who were still excited about the group's founding, especially those in the international media area.

"Tonight, we successfully released the 1981 Hong Kong Rich List, which is undoubtedly a successful attempt."

Cui Zilong abruptly changed the subject, his tone suddenly becoming more groundbreaking and declarative: "But ladies and gentlemen, this is by no means the end, nor even the climax!"

The projection screen behind him lit up again, and in the deep starry sky, the map of Hong Kong shrank rapidly, replaced by the outlines of Southeast Asia and even the wider Asian and world regions.

"Tonight, on behalf of MediaCorp, I solemnly announce to the world."

Cui Zilong's voice rose, each word seemingly carrying immense force: "On January 1, 1982, the Oriental Media Group's 'Global Wealth Data Center' will release the world's first systematic Singapore Rich List!"

"On March 1, 1982, we will follow suit and release the Nanyang Rich List, covering core regions such as Malaya, Indonesia, Thailand, and the Philippines!"
We even plan to publish an authoritative global rich list within three years!

"Wow~"

Despite having a premonition, the banquet hall was still instantly engulfed by a huge roar when the specific timetable and clear regional plan were announced so clearly and so prominently!

Exclamations, whispers, and gasps of disbelief filled the air!
Three years! The world's richest people list!

This is no longer a regional challenge; it directly declares the ambition and timetable to reach the pinnacle of global wealth discourse power!
Oriental Media Group not only aims to fill a gap in Asia, but also to establish an unprecedented authoritative system within just three years!
"A global rich list to be released within three years?" A senior Reuters reporter jumped to his feet, nearly knocking over his chair.

"My God! They're insane! A three-year global ranking? Does he know how massive a data network and how much accumulation that requires?" The Wall Street Journal reporter stared wide-eyed, practically screaming into the recording pen.

"Incredible ambition, but judging from the methodology they demonstrated tonight and the supporting forces behind it, it may not be just empty talk," murmured a relatively calm editor-in-chief of a European news agency.

In the audience, top Chinese businessmen such as Bao Yugang, Liu Luanxiong, Li Jiacheng, and Zheng Yutong could not hide their surprise.

Even Governor Merrih was shocked.

They knew Lin Haoran had lofty ambitions, but they didn't expect him to move so quickly and have such a direct goal!
A three-year global ranking requires solving countless challenges, including cross-border data collection, conversion between different accounting standards, and handling political sensitivities.

But looking at Cui Zilong's confident and determined expression on stage, and recalling the countless "impossibilities" that Lin Haoran had created in the past few years, they had a vague feeling that perhaps he really could do it.
Reporters from Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand and other places were particularly excited, and their camera flashes went off wildly again, almost engulfing the entire stage!
After all, the global rich list is still just a possibility, while the Singapore rich list and the Nanyang rich list have already given clear release dates.

In particular, the Singapore Rich List will be released on January 1st next year.

And now, it's already December 10th.

In other words, the Singapore Rich List will be released in 22 days!
As for the Southeast Asian rich list, that will only be a matter of two or three months from now.

This means that MediaCorp has mastered the core methods for compiling a rich list and has the execution capability and resources to quickly replicate it in other regions!
If the global rankings three years from now are still a grand blueprint to be looked up to, then the Singapore and Nanyang rankings that are just around the corner are like bombshells about to land, enough to immediately and completely change the ecology and perception of the Southeast Asian business community!

Many journalists from Southeast Asian media outlets felt their hearts skip a beat at that moment.

They suddenly realized that this was no longer a distant "future story," but a "present ongoing" event that would become a reality within three months.

At that time, the wealth, rankings, and even some of the business secrets of Southeast Asian tycoons may soon be made public by this Hong Kong-based media organization in an unprecedented and systematic way.

Anticipation, curiosity, disbelief...

A mix of emotions made their gazes toward the stage incredibly complex. Cui Zilong was very satisfied with the almost polarizing and shocking effect of this final announcement.

In reality, it is indeed very difficult to compile a global rich list within three years.

However, through lists such as the Hong Kong Rich List and the Southeast Asian Rich List, MediaCorp has accumulated enough experience.

If the Guo family could quickly create a list of the richest people in Southeast Asia by leveraging their resources, they might be able to establish similar strategic partnerships with influential families or financial giants in other regions as well.

Lin Haoran's business reach has long since extended beyond Hong Kong and Southeast Asia, and he has also quietly established a considerable network of relationships in Japan, the United States, the United Kingdom, and other countries.

These nodes, scattered across the globe, can all become potential fulcrums for the "Global Wealth Data Center" to acquire localized information, verify data, and even build cooperative alliances in the future.

More importantly, Lin Haoran was well aware that in the 1980s, an era of relatively limited information and before the digitization of global data circulation, the authority of the so-called "Global Rich List" did not solely depend on the absolute comprehensiveness of the data.

100% accurate?
Because that's impossible.

Even if these figures are included in future so-called rich lists, they may not be very accurate. In fact, it is quite normal for the actual wealth figures to differ greatly from the real figures.

The so-called "Global Rich List" is more about the credibility of its publishing institution, the scientific nature of its methodology, and its ability to capture and define the core wealth creation trends of this era.

If the "Global Wealth Report" can establish a professional and authoritative image in Asia, especially in Southeast Asia, the region with the strongest economic vitality, then when it enters the global market with this mature "Eastern methodology" and successful cases, it will have strong persuasiveness and appeal.

At that time, attracting top analysts from Europe and the United States, cooperating with international financial institutions on data, and even acquiring small professional data companies will all be natural options.

Three years is enough time to make the crucial leap from a regional authority to a global challenger.

Cui Zilong waited for the initial shock to subside before continuing in an authoritative and persuasive tone:

"Yes, the world's first systematic wealth ranking! Our 'Global Wealth Report' series is not just a simple list of wealth or celebrity gossip."

It will be based on rigorous data collection, scientific valuation models, an independent analysis team, and a transparent release process, aiming to establish a modern, truly credible wealth assessment system with international credibility.

He turned slightly to the side, gesturing to the curtain behind him, which began to display simplified data model diagrams and icons of "pillars of authority."

"The 'systematic' and 'authoritative' aspects we refer to are built upon four cornerstones:"
First, the data sources are broad and cross-validated, covering publicly available financial reports, ownership records, industry analysis, market research, and authorized professional interviews;
Second, a carefully designed and continuously optimized scientific valuation model ensures the objectivity and comparability of the evaluation results;
Third, a professional research team that is completely independent of any commercial or political forces ensures the neutrality and depth of the analysis;
Fourth, a rigorous, transparent, and traceable release process will be subject to public scrutiny and the test of time.

This explanation of methodology is professional and clear, instantly elevating the "rich list" from a topic of casual conversation to a serious financial data product.

Many people from the financial and business sectors in the audience nodded, looking thoughtful.

They realized that what Oriental Media Group needed to do was not to create sensational entertainment news, but to establish a data standard that could influence investment decisions.

“In today’s world,” Cui Zilong continued, his gaze sweeping over the faces of the Western journalists, “the creation and flow of wealth have long been globalized, but the systematic recording and interpretation of the global distribution of wealth remains a blank.”

Our 'Global Wealth Report' was created precisely to fill this gap!

"Wealth knows no borders, but the stories of wealth creation and the power they contain need to be seen and understood."

Our list aims to reveal this 'power of global rise,' allowing the world to see more clearly who is leading innovation, integrating resources, and creating value on this vast land.

He elevated the significance of the list from business data to the level of observing regional economic development and the rise of civilization, instantly making the scope much grander.

"Of course, for global investors, the value of an objective, authoritative, and forward-looking map of wealth and business dynamics is self-evident."

It not only helps identify trends but also reveals opportunities. Whether it's finding industry leaders with growth potential, discovering undervalued assets, or gaining insight into the true pulse of a regional economy, such a 'map' is essential as a reference.

These words, though seemingly casual, were like a thunderclap to those in the know!
This is almost a clear indication that the "Global Wealth Report" series will become a crucial intelligence tool and investment guide for many astute international investors when making global deployments in the future!

The equity structures, cross-shareholdings, industry chain positions, and wealth fluctuation trends hidden behind the lists will become valuable information for many investment companies to make decisions.

At the scene, some people closely associated with Lin Haoran's business empire, such as Bao Yugang, Liu Luanxiong, and several Chinese business tycoons, all had thoughtful and contemplative looks in their eyes.

They were even more convinced that Lin Haoran's move was not merely a media expansion, but a key part of his global capital strategy.

International media reporters seized on another bombshell.

The BBC reporter could no longer contain himself. Amidst the quiet gasps of his colleagues, he almost shouted out the exclamation, which was destined to be widely quoted, in heavily accented London English: "My God! A newspaper company from Hong Kong is rewriting the rules of the world!"

This sentence, translated in hushed tones by those around him, quickly spread among the Chinese-speaking guests in the venue, causing another stir and proud whispers.

Hong Kong, a city once regarded by many as a colony and a commercial periphery, has given birth to a company that aims to define the rules of global wealth rankings!
How could this not stir one's heart?

Cui Zilong promptly took back the conversation, a confident smile on his face: "Thank you for the BBC friend's comment. I dare not say we are 'rewriting the rules,' but we do hope to contribute a new perspective and standard from the East to the dissemination and interpretation of global business information."

He concluded by saying, "From Hong Kong to Singapore, from Southeast Asia to the wider world of the future, the journey of MediaCorp's 'Global Wealth Report' has begun."

We hope that this series of rankings will serve as a bridge connecting global economic participants, a window into understanding the forces driving global economic growth, and a positive force promoting greater transparency and diversity in business.

"Ladies and gentlemen, that concludes my announcement for today. Thank you again!"

Amidst even more enthusiastic and prolonged applause, Cui Zilong bowed and stepped down from the stage.

But the atmosphere in the entire venue had been completely ignited and could no longer be calmed down.

The release of the Hong Kong Rich List has been a success, and the establishment of the Oriental Media Group is awe-inspiring.

The grand blueprint of the Singapore, Southeast Asia and even the global series of rich lists is like a giant meteorite thrown into a deep pool, stirring up huge waves, and its ripples will inevitably spread to every corner of capital and information around the world.

Lin Haoran sat in his seat, feeling the surging sound around him and the countless complex gazes cast upon him, a faint, confident smile curving his lips.

Speaking of which, the reason why the Singapore Rich List and the Nanyang Rich List were able to be released one after another in the next few months, following the Hong Kong Rich List, is not only due to Lin Haoran's personal influence, but more importantly, it is due to Guo Henian's support!

The Lin family and the Guo family are respectively the richest families in Southeast Asia and Hong Kong. Now, due to the marriage between Lin Haoran and Guo Xiaohan, they are completely bound together.

Without the support of the Guo family, it would be extremely difficult to systematically uncover, verify, and assess the wealth of top billionaires in the complex and information-barrier-ridden business environment of Singapore or Southeast Asia.

This requires not only a professional team and data models, but also a strong local network of contacts, a deep understanding of local political and business rules, and channels to obtain key non-public information.

And these are precisely the irreplaceable benefits that the Guo family, the richest family in Southeast Asia, can provide.

As a business tycoon in Southeast Asia, Guo Henian's family has cultivated influence in Southeast Asia for decades, maintaining close relationships with political figures, business leaders, and financial institutions in various countries, with their reach extending to core industries such as plantations, banks, shipping, and real estate.

With the Guo family's covert support and even direct involvement, the Oriental Media Group's "Global Wealth Data Center" operations in Singapore and Southeast Asia naturally became much more efficient.

The Guo family can provide valuable local business information, introduce key information providers, assist in verifying the authenticity of data, and even, when necessary, endorse the authority of the list with their prestige.

More importantly, Guo Henian himself highly recognized Lin Haoran's vision and abilities. In particular, Lin Haoran's accurate prediction of global economic trends and key suggestions for the future development of the Guo family made this long-established tycoon see the enormous value of a powerful alliance and a shared future.

Supporting the Oriental Media Group in publishing the Nanyang Rich List will not only further enhance the Guo family's business influence and voice in Nanyang and even Asia, but also more closely bind the Guo family's interests with Lin Haoran's global strategy, achieving multiple benefits in one fell swoop.

Therefore, when Lin Haoran proposed this idea to Guo Henian, the two almost immediately agreed.

Guo Henian not only promised to provide comprehensive support, but also hinted that he would use his family's influence to ensure that the list would not encounter excessive obstruction or resistance from local forces in the early stages of its release.

With the Guo family, a powerful force in Southeast Asia, as its guide, the Oriental Media Group's "Global Wealth Report" journey in Southeast Asia has undoubtedly been much smoother.

Of course, all these details of the cooperation are hidden behind the publicly announced glamour, belonging to the unspoken strategic understanding between Lin Haoran and Guo Henian. (End of this chapter)