I farmed in military academy and crushed the entire intergalactic world.

Chapter 597 Applying Pressure
"Secretary Su, what brings you here to inquire about this matter?" Lin Xiaohe walked to the side and lowered her voice.

Su Zhenguo was somewhat exasperated: "Stop beating around the bush, is it Putin or not?"

"Yes, it's him."

Su Zhenguo's vision blurred, and he gritted his teeth, saying, "Do you know what you're doing?! Someone reported you... saying you lack international political vision. Oh dear, Linqu, you're not just a lowly clerk anymore!"

Lin Xiaohe, as the head of the Tienan District of the provincial capital, is the youngest official with real power in the entire Liaoyang Province and can be considered a number one figure in the province.

There are countless people who admire her, envy her, and want to bring her down.

Pu Jin was in trouble, but Lin Xiaohe took the initiative to extend an invitation. This caused quite a stir in the district.

Those who know Lin Xiaohe's character naturally believe that this is because Lin Xiaohe values ​​relationships and loyalty.

However, the main intention was to use this as a pretext to attack Lin Xiaohe.

When Su Zhenguo learned about this, his gums swelled up immediately; he was so anxious and upset!

The enterprise reform work in Tienan District had finally made great progress under Lin Xiaohe's guidance. If Lin Xiaohe were to be disciplined for this, affecting the work of Tienan District, he would be devastated!

Su Zhenguo said earnestly, "Linqu, Pujin's current status is sensitive. You, as the district head, are getting too close to a former foreign official who has lost power. If word gets back to the higher-ups, it won't sound good."

Lin Xiaohe did not respond.

Su Zhenguo added, "Someone in the ministry has spoken to us, saying that while relations between the two countries seem warm, there are many undercurrents beneath the surface. You should postpone this matter if possible."

Lin Xiaohe then spoke up: "Secretary Su, these people are just ordinary citizens visiting Dongguo for tourism. If I host them in my private capacity, it won't violate any regulations, will it?"

Old Zhao closed his eyes and knew it would be like this!
He sighed: "You decide for yourself."

After Su Zhenguo made that call, Li Bo from the district called immediately afterward.

He said he had a reliable source who said a deputy director of the Foreign Affairs Office made a phone call to the province, implying that the organization was concerned about Lin Xiaohe's interactions with Putin and hoped that Lin Xiaohe would prioritize the overall situation and maintain an appropriate distance.

Lin Xiaohe understood immediately. No wonder Su Zhenguo was in such a hurry; it turned out that the central government had put pressure on him.

"Don't worry about it, I know what I'm doing." Lin Xiaohe hung up the phone, but still arranged the itinerary as planned.

She was aware of the risks involved. In the mid-1990s, no matter how trivial, foreign affairs were a serious matter in officialdom. If word got out that a district head was acting like a brother to a former foreign official, at best it would be seen as neglecting his duties, and at worst it would be seen as having an unclear political stance.

But she also knew that Putin had a very bright future ahead of him, and his promotions would be as fast as a rocket.

After having Li Bo arrange personal leave for her again, Lin Xiaohe led Pu Jin and his entourage directly from the capital to Shenzhen.

Shenzhen's market vitality has exceeded the expectations of Putin and others.

"Like the Bear Country, the air here is thick with the smell of money. The difference is, we are bloodthirsty megalodon, while you are driven by primal desires, wanting a better life." Putin had a premonition that after the Red Bear fell, the Red Dragon would soon take flight and become the new standard-bearer.

He couldn't express the feelings in his heart; there was regret, anger, and envy.

If they hadn't been misled by the West and believed in shock therapy, if they hadn't wavered, would the outcome have been different?
Unfortunately, no if.

In the evening, the two took a walk along Shenzhen Bay.

Lin Xiaohe spoke first: "Vladimir Vladimirovich, I would like to do something with you."

Putin turned his head to look at her.

“The Russian oil industry is outdated and inefficient. We have the technology, the equipment, and the capital. If we establish an oil service company to provide technical services and equipment to oil fields, settling accounts through barter, this market would be worth at least five billion US dollars annually.” Putin stopped in his tracks. “I’ve heard you mention this. You’ve been to Russia and know how things work there. After Sobchak’s downfall, our faction suffered severe retaliation and suppression. I can no longer offer you refuge.”

Without government connections, it's a pipe dream for foreign companies to enter the oil industry!

Every year, these international oil giants spend hundreds of millions on government relations.

Lin Xiaohe smiled and said, "I know. What I mean is to set up a joint venture, registered in Russia. We will provide the capital, and you will provide the personnel. We don't need orders or performance records in the early stages, just to get the processes running smoothly."

After a moment of silence, Putin spoke: "I will be the legal representative on the Russian side. But I don't want any shares."

"why?"

"Because I will return to politics in the future. If I go back with shares, it will give people something to use against me. But if I am just a salaried manager, clean and honest, no one can say anything."

Lin Xiaohe looked at him and said with a smile, "Deal. Igor and Demikli can both work for this company."

Thank you.

Pukin understood that Lin Xiaohe was helping him build his team.

Without sufficient financial support, even the most well-coordinated team cannot persevere through the long, dark night.

After settling the matter, Pujin requested to return to the provincial capital. He needed to see for himself what the industrial strength of the Tienan District was like and whether it could take over the oil services business.

Lin Xiaohe signed a letter of introduction and asked Chen Guang to accompany them on the visit.

Just as she was about to bury herself in her work, she received a notification from the provincial foreign affairs office that someone from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs wanted to see her.

The meeting was arranged in a small conference room at the Provincial Foreign Affairs Office. Two people came, one surnamed Zhou and the other surnamed Liu. They were polite, but their meaning was very clear.

"District Chief Lin, we've looked into your recent activities. Aren't you interacting with that Putin too frequently?" The cadre surnamed Zhou asked, flipping through his notebook.

“We are not interfering in your private life, but you are, after all, a leading cadre, and your every move represents the organization. The relationship between the two countries is very delicate right now. The top leadership has its own plans, and if the local authorities go too far ahead, problems are likely to arise.”

Lin Xiaohe listened patiently before speaking: "Comrades, everything I do is a business collaboration. There are several machinery factories in the Tienan District with stockpiled products, and workers can't be paid. My cooperation with the Russians is a market-driven activity; what does it have to do with politics?"

Officer Liu smiled and said, "District Chief Lin, we're not saying you've broken the law. We're just reminding you to be mindful of the consequences."

Lin Xiaohe looked at the two of them: "What do you want me to do?"

"I hope you will not engage in deep cooperation, such as establishing a joint venture."

Lin Xiaohe suddenly felt like laughing, yet also felt a deep sadness. If the external environment hadn't been so unfriendly, why would they be so trembling with fear?

Lin Xiaohe stared at the two for a while, but found no sign of compromise. She felt a headache coming on: "We can't let our efforts be wasted just because of your words, can we? This matter is related to the enterprise reform work of the entire Tienan District, and even the entire Liaoyang Province."

Liu, the cadre, shrugged: "As far as I know, this plan has been shelved."

what? !

Lin Xiaohe's heart tightened.

Outside the window, a clap of thunder sounded in the sky, and large raindrops began to fall with a pattering sound.

The canine teeth darted excitedly through the clouds.