Return to Hong Kong Island for a Century

Chapter 353 Contract
Johnny nodded. The decline of the British automobile industry was actually caused by changes in domestic economic policies. The British automobile industry was booming at the beginning because of tariff protection policies, but later, in order to join the European Community, it had to lower tariff barriers.

Then, under the major policy of protecting the pound sterling, car exports with British pounds became unprofitable.

The Leyland Group was established in 1968, and Rover, Triumph, and Jaguar were merged.

The British government also started cutting taxes, but this dealt a fatal blow to the British car industry, with cheap cars from small countries flooding the market.

A few years later, in 1977, Leyland partnered with Honda. Leyland saw the popularity of Honda cars and wanted to collaborate with Honda to produce inexpensive cars.

But for Leyland Motors, this was the most fatal blow. Leyland Motors sells its brand, so it completely fell into the abyss and lost its brand.

So it seems that Leyland Motors is beyond saving now.

There were also various opinions within Leyland Motors regarding why Johnny and others wanted to become brokers.

On the one hand, Li Song is rich, and on the other hand, he is skilled.

Li Song is very similar to Rolls-Royce, because Rolls-Royce also has automobile and aircraft engine manufacturing industries.

Li Song also owns a car factory and an aircraft manufacturing plant, so he has no technical problems whatsoever.

Moreover, Li Song's personal reputation also plays a role, as established countries like the UK place great importance on their brands.

At this point, Dai Ying still had his pride. It wasn't until later, when he sold Jaguar Land Rover and other things to the third leader, that Dai Ying truly fell from grace.

In the late 90s, the transactions of brands such as Bentley and Rolls-Royce caused quite a stir.

On the other hand, Li Song is rich.

Because a car brand is very valuable, and the West is currently experiencing a financial crisis, many companies are scaling back.

Finally, if Li Song acquires the London car brand and retains the factory, it means that Li Song's business is also located in Britain, which allows him to control the other party at any time.

Of course, most importantly, if the deal goes through, the broker can reap a lot of profits.

"Mr. Li, what aspects are we talking about in terms of resource cooperation?" Johnny asked.

“Iron ore, aluminum ore, there are many such opportunities in the British Empire, and I will buy all the ore produced from these mines at market price.” Li Song gave an answer that no one could refuse.

That's the sales channel!
"I'll report it to the company. I don't think there'll be any major problems." Johnny was already calculating in his mind that as long as there was no worry about sales, he could make a fortune without any investment.

In other words, as long as Li Song signs a long-term contract and pays a deposit, he can use the contract to obtain financing from a bank.

Moreover, we are currently in the midst of a financial crisis, which has led to a significant decline in industrial operating rates and a very poor outlook for the raw materials market.

At this point, you could take over some mines or something without spending a single penny.

Of course, everything was done legally and compliantly.

"I'm really looking forward to good news." Li Song nodded.

“Of course!” Johnny chimed in.

Of course, these things are not yet ready to be discussed. Everyone just mentioned them briefly, and we will discuss the shareholding management method and so on in more detail later.

Baisheng Company and Bedoo Company signed an exclusive global (excluding mainland China) license for the Star Shine aircraft, stipulating that Bedoo Company shall sell a minimum of one Star Shine aircraft each calendar year, and that the base price of the Star Shine aircraft provided by Baisheng Company to Bedoo Company shall be 20% lower than the market price.

Bedouch signed a five-year contract, which is more than enough. If there is no market, it will be like shareholders buying private jets at a low price.

Because the shareholders of Bedouin had decided that if the planes couldn't be sold, they would buy them themselves, since the planes were 20% cheaper than the market price. At worst, they could take out a mortgage loan, and eventually the bank would take back the planes.

Neither party has made a public announcement about this matter. As for after-sales service and maintenance, Bedouch has established a complete after-sales system.

Baisheng Company is required to supply parts at 60% of the market price, because the parts-to-whole ratio for aircraft parts is higher.

If the product needs to be sent back to the factory for repair, Bedouin will take a 20% cut.

That is, 20% of the price quoted by Bedouin.

Then there were various other clauses, and the legal departments of both parties drafted a contract in both Chinese and English.

Of course, the plane to be given to His Majesty was not included in the contract.

This kind of thing can't be written into the contract because nobody trusts anyone else.

In any case, there are some things in business that can't be written into a contract.

"boss!!"

"The BMW dealer conference is scheduled for the 10th of next month!"

"The original BMW motorcycle dealers are all very enthusiastic about participating, and there are many other people who want to get our BMW car dealership rights!" Tian Jiahui only came to report on his work after he finished dealing with the Xinghui passenger plane dealership rights.

"You can invite other people to participate!"

"Make BMW motorcycle dealers feel a bit pressured!"

"And BMW motorcycle dealers who don't perform well won't be given the right to sell cars!" Li Song certainly knew that some dealers weren't very ethical!
"Understood!" Tian Jiahui naturally understood what Li Song meant.

"Boss, there are other customers who want to buy the Panda plane!"

“They’re demanding a price from us!” Tian Jiahui said again.

"Let's quote $30,000 for the regular model!"

"I'll give you a bottom price of $25,000 per aircraft!" Li Song thought for a moment.

"They want a large quantity; they ordered over five hundred aircraft at once, but they want them delivered in batches of one hundred!"

"They are mainly people who transport goods in the Caribbean area. They need amphibious vehicles that can take off," Tian Jiahui added.
Li Song immediately understood and said, "We can actually ask Nick for this!"

Li Song knew that this matter was more complicated than it seemed!
Many people don't know that in Aramco, those who smuggle goods are divided into two major camps. One is those controlled by the CIA. It can be said that 80% of the flour entering Aramco is controlled by the CIA!

Another 20% is controlled by others!
Therefore, Li Song was not sure if there was anything fishy about this matter.

Because the CIA would never use such small planes to smuggle goods; they would use much larger cargo planes!

Moreover, many of those flour magnates in South America were CIA informants.

Therefore, under these circumstances, Li Song needed to set up a safety net for himself!
That means we won't sell planes directly to these people!
"This matter is complicated; we can't sell the goods to them directly!"

"So we'll find Nick and the others!" Li Song knew that the shareholders of the crowdfunding club were not simple people. Anyway, he would give them the orders and see if they were willing to do them.

"Okay!" Tian Jiahui didn't know what Li Song meant by "the waters are deep," but the boss's decision was final.

"This is the proposal submitted by Anjie Security Company!" Tian Jiahui produced another document.
Last time, Li Song told Chen Jiahao that he wanted to internationalize the security company.

So after Chen Jiahao returned, he learned from some of the world's most famous security companies!
A plan has been developed to establish some training bases overseas!
The reason for establishing training bases overseas is to avoid legal risks!
In addition, weapons are ridiculously cheap in some overseas places!

The procedures for establishing a base with a large number of weapons and equipment on Hong Kong Island are very complicated!
In some places abroad, as long as you have money, you can get any kind of weapon or equipment!
"This plan is too conservative!" "Tell Jiahao that we can only increase helicopter training and fighter jet training!"

"I'll try to get him some training aircraft later!" Li Song said after looking at the plan.
Jiahao's plan was too conservative; the main training focused on light weapons and armored vehicles!

Upon hearing Li Song's words, Tian Jiahui nodded silently: "I will pass on the message to Jiahao!"

"The specific location must be chosen with utmost care!"

"Furthermore, when recruiting international mercenaries, it is essential to conduct thorough background checks!" Li Song knew that if the security company were to expand, it would inevitably attract the attention of others.

Security companies cannot employ only people from mainland China, because some international business requires other personnel!

Another difference is that different countries have different ways of operating their weapons and equipment.

The larger the equipment, the more different the operating methods.

The various businesses that Li Song will be involved in will need to be protected and deterred by the company.

Because the less developed a country is, the more unreasonable they are in their actions!
Moreover, the less developed a country is, the more severe its internal conflicts tend to be.

Sometimes, contracts signed with one administration are not recognized by the next!

At this point, it's all about what you have to rely on!
Of course, mercenaries can be hired at that time, and the next few decades will be good days for mercenaries!

Because there will be many conflict zones in the world in the coming decades!
This also led to the emergence of many military contractors.

"Okay!" Tian Jiahui nodded.
"In addition, Parkson should establish a shipping company as soon as possible!"

"We are importing and exporting more and more goods. Instead of letting others make the money, we should make it ourselves." International shipping and international logistics are also a future development direction.

Li Song then looked at other work reports, including the construction of instant noodle and cosmetic factories, as well as investments in mainland China!

These proceeded step by step according to plan.

That evening, Li Song came to Ah Lin's place. Ah Lin, who was now the host, had a noticeable change in demeanor!

Moreover, looking at the glamorous Ah Lin on TV and then at the kitten nestled in his arms, Li Song finally understood why those female celebrities were so popular with the big boss.

Because this feeling is so amazing.

The next day, Li Song arrived at Phoenix TV!
I ran into Amin as soon as I entered the TV station.

"Brother Song, I dropped out of school." Li Song saw Amin again and was wondering why Amin was here when it wasn't Sunday. Unexpectedly, the other party spoke up directly.

"You can decide for yourself!" Li Song nodded.

Amin's starting point in this world is much higher than in history!

"Brother Song, the main problem is that I don't have the energy to paint when I'm in school."

"Besides, I think the purpose of studying is to make money, and now that I can make money, I should seize the opportunity." Amin breathed a sigh of relief when she heard that Li Song didn't object, but she still explained!
Upon hearing this, Li Song thought of some child actors in history who were famous in their childhood, but were persuaded by others to go back to their studies.

In Li Song's view, opportunity is reserved for those who are prepared!
Like this, we should seize the opportunity!
Because opportunities don't come every moment, let alone ten or eight years from now.

"I completely agree with your idea!"

"You are now capable of learning other things!"

"Besides painting, what else would you like to learn? You can hire a private teacher!" Li Song nodded. Amin's family had never been well-off, so it was normal for her to have this idea.

"Also, I don't get along very well with my classmates at school."

"Even the teachers sometimes feel different than before."

“Some teachers and students seem to feel uncomfortable because I’m making money,” Amin said again.

Li Song chuckled: "Some people are afraid that you are better than them. When they interact with you, they have a condescending attitude!"

"If one day you become better than him, they will feel extremely uncomfortable!"

"You should stay away from this kind of person decisively and never have any contact with them again."

Li Song knew all too well how terrible things some people in history could do just because their friends were more outstanding than themselves.

"I want to learn to sing first, but mainly focus on comics!" Amin nodded vigorously when she heard Li Song say this!
Amin comes from a poor family, so she is a bit sensitive to the people around her!

Children from dysfunctional families are often more sensitive to these kinds of things!
"You can decide that yourself!"

"Thank you, Brother Song!"

“My mom didn’t understand why I dropped out of school!” Amin was very grateful to Li Song.

"Brother Song, you're busy, I'm leaving now!" Amin saw Liu Jiale coming and quickly left!

"boss!"

"Brother Le!" Li Song and Liu Jiale entered the elevator together and went to the top floor.

After arriving at his office, Li Song instructed his secretary to make two cups of tea.

After the tea was brewed, Liu Jiale arrived with some documents.

"boss."

"Brother Le." Li Song personally placed the tea in front of Liu Jiale.

"Please keep an eye on Amin!" Li Song said.

"Hmm." Liu Jiale nodded without asking why.

"Boss, none of the artists at the TV station want to set up their own studios right now!" Liu Jiale began his report.

"Is it related to Taiwan?" Li Song knew why as soon as he heard it.

Because if these artists want to set up their own studios now, it will be very difficult for them to develop their careers in other TV stations and film companies.

Because Phoenix TV was banned in Taiwan, and the artists working for Phoenix TV were also banned.

These people are afraid that after they set up their own studios, Phoenix TV will promote other newcomers!

"Yes!" Liu Jiale nodded!
"Let's leave it at that for now!" Li Song had no better solution either!
Phoenix TV is currently facing numerous difficulties!
The advertising mainly relies on companies under Li Song's name!
Although many programs on Phoenix TV have high viewership ratings.

"Find a few BMW brand ambassadors for you later!"

"Then add some BMW car advertisements!" Li Song started the TV station to increase his influence in public opinion, so he didn't feel that there was a big problem with the current situation. However, Liu Jiale was probably a little uncomfortable.

(End of this chapter)