My Realistic Simulation Game

Chapter 190 A Major News That Shocked the Nation
Wuhu in December is bitterly cold.

But inside the Wuhu Municipal Government Auditorium, the atmosphere was intense, with flashing camera lights almost dispelling the chill outside.

The establishment and strategic launch of Chery Automobile Parts Company, held on the eve of the Chinese New Year, attracted far more attention than expected.

Financial reporters from major national media outlets were almost immediately dispatched by their superiors to this small city in Anhui Province after receiving the notification.

Their sense of smell told them that something big was happening here.

The venue was decorated in a simple yet grand manner, with Chery's logo and the slogan "Based in Anhui, Going Global" on the backdrop. The proceedings were well-organized and standardized, giving it an international flair.

Below the stage, besides the domestic and foreign journalists with their cameras and microphones, sat industry experts from Beijing, officials from various levels of Anhui Province and Wuhu City, and a few particularly conspicuous figures—a reporter from the Soviet TASS news agency stationed in China.

They were specially invited by Qin Yuan through his connections with Kadanikov; the audience in the north was of paramount importance to this grand performance.

The press conference was opened by Yin Tongyao.

He began by introducing Chery's shareholder structure: Anhui State-owned Investment Group, Southwest Development Group, and Far East Trade.

Each time a name was read out, a murmur arose from the audience. The combination of these three names signified a strong government background, powerful capital strength, and mysterious transnational channels, making it a "dream start."

Next, Yin Tongyao began to introduce the management team.

Although Li Chuze's plan to poach talent failed midway.

However, prior to this, some technical experts had been poached from major state-owned automobile manufacturers such as FAW, Dongfeng, and SAIC.

Although not everyone can compare to Yin Tongyao, these names and their resumes have reached the ears of many reporters.

That would be completely different.

Is this some kind of makeshift operation? A privately-owned car manufacturing company?

This configuration is even more luxurious than many local state-owned enterprises!
"Mr. Yin, with such an expert team comparable to the 'national team,' does Chery intend to increase the self-sufficiency rate of domestically produced parts, or do you want to manufacture cars yourselves?"

A reporter in the audience raised his hand to ask a question.

Although China has been advocating for the localization of auto parts and the country has been continuously working on this,

However, Chery disclosed such strong financial strength and background.

With the addition of the technical development team led by Yin Tongyao, this doesn't look like they're making parts at all; they're building cars!
Yin Tongyao was at a loss for words. Should he hide under the guise of the parts factory and develop slowly, or should he directly announce his target?
He looked at Qin Yuan beside him.

Qin Yuan naturally took the microphone and calmly said, "Everyone, Chery's goal has never been just to be a parts supplier."

"Our ultimate goal is to establish the number one private automobile brand in China, integrating manufacturing, sales, and R&D!"

With such a grand press conference, Qin Yuan had no intention of keeping a low profile.

Moreover, the more high-profile the "car manufacturing" project is, the better.

However, his words, like a boulder thrown into a calm lake, instantly stirred up a thousand waves!

boom!
The audience immediately stirred.

A reporter wearing glasses eagerly raised his hand, standing up almost the instant Qin Yuan finished speaking, his tone sharp:

"Mr. Qin! I am a reporter from the Economic Information Daily. As far as we know, the government is currently tightening the approval of passenger car production licenses and strictly controlling new vehicle production capacity. It has not opened the door to private enterprises to manufacture cars."

"Where do you get the confidence to believe that Chery can become the 'number one brand'? Is this just a gimmick to attract attention?"

All eyes were on Qin Yuan, awaiting his answer.

Zhan Qingxia and Li Chuze on the stage couldn't help but feel a little nervous.

Qin Yuan's face remained completely expressionless; he smiled faintly and responded calmly.

"Reform and opening up means daring to be the first. The country's current policies are based on considerations of the current market environment, which we fully understand."

"But car manufacturing is a business that requires long-term technological accumulation. Overcoming the challenges of every core component, such as the engine, chassis, and transmission, takes time."

"What Chery is doing now is focusing on technological research and development and talent reserves before the policies become clear."

"We want to use solid technology and products to demonstrate to the country the responsibility, commitment, and capabilities of private enterprises!"

He changed the subject, his gaze sweeping over all the hesitant reporters below, his tone becoming more firm: "Moreover, please note that Chery is not a purely private enterprise."

“We have the deep involvement of Anhui State-owned Investment Corporation, and the comprehensive support from Anhui Province and the Wuhu Municipal Government in terms of policies and land.”

"From the very first day of its establishment, Chery has been deeply integrated with Anhui's development strategy."

"We are not fighting alone; we are exploring a new path for the industrial rise of Anhui!"

He skillfully steered the issue toward the government level.

That's right, current policies don't support it, and it's also very difficult to obtain a car manufacturing license.

But so what? Li Chuze's father has already said those words, and Chery is still just a parts company.

As long as we don't sell cars, but only manufacture them, it won't have any impact.

But immediately another reporter turned the microphone to Zhan Qingxia: "Mr. Zhan, what is your opinion on Chery's car manufacturing project? Why would Anhui Guotou choose to invest in such a project, which currently seems to have considerable policy risks?"

Zhan Qingxia knew she couldn't afford to mess things up at this crucial moment, so she raised the microphone and solemnly said:
"That's a good question. The domestic automobile industry is currently flourishing, with joint ventures and large state-owned enterprises all contributing to national development."

"But we believe that private enterprises should not be absent from this great process of industrialization!" "What President Qin and President Li brought is not just a car manufacturing project, but a complete and highly forward-looking development strategy plan!"

"With top talents like General Manager Yin Tongyao, who possess an international perspective and overseas experience, leading the company, we believe that Chery has the genes for success!"

He paused, then made his most weighty promise with a resounding voice: "Therefore, Anhui State-owned Investment Corporation, and our Anhui Province, have absolute confidence in the Chery project."

"We are willing to dedicate five, ten, or even twenty years of patience and determination to fight alongside Chery and develop together! This is not just empty talk; it will be one of the key focuses of our future work!"

"hiss--"

A collective gasp filled the room!
Five years? Ten years? Twenty years?
This is the highest level of commitment and support a local government can give to a company!
This is practically tantamount to announcing: Anhui will risk everything to make the Chery project a success!

This determination completely shocked everyone present.

The reporters frantically took notes, realizing they had definitely unearthed a super juicy story today.

Just as the atmosphere of the press conference reached its first climax, Qin Yuan's assistant hurriedly went on stage, whispered a few words in his ear, and handed him a microphone.

Qin Yuan raised an eyebrow and said to the audience, "Excuse me, I need to take an emergency call," before answering the call in front of everyone.

The entire room fell silent, watching him with curiosity.

On the other end of the phone was Zhao Donglai, who was far away in Europe. His voice was exceptionally loud with excitement, and it could even be faintly heard through the receiver:

"President Qin, this is fantastic news! We've discovered a major opportunity in France."

“A car parts company called Valeo is selling a complete 1.6-liter gasoline engine production line. The equipment is a product from the mid-1980s, with mature and reliable technology, which is just right for our start-up.”

"Their partnership with Peugeot Citroën is about to expire, they urgently need cash, the price is very reasonable, and they are willing to provide full technical training and support!"

A glint flashed in Qin Yuan's eyes as he rapidly calculated in his mind.

The engine is the heart of the engine. If a mature production line can be directly introduced, Chery can skip the most difficult initial R&D stage and quickly form production capacity!
"How are the negotiations going?" he asked in a deep voice, his voice carrying throughout the room via microphone.

"A preliminary agreement has been reached, and we are just waiting for your final decision. In addition, I have also contacted a small design company in Germany that specializes in chassis tuning, and there is a possibility of acquisition."

"Okay!" Qin Yuan made a decisive decision. "Prioritize securing the French production line. The price can be adjusted, but the technology transfer and training terms must be finalized. Continue to maintain contact with the German side!"

He hung up the phone, faced the silent audience and the stunned reporters, and gave a faint smile.

He gently tapped the microphone, drawing everyone's attention back.

"Everyone, I just received good news from our European team." His voice was calm but carried a thunderous force. "Chery Automobile has reached a preliminary agreement with the French side to introduce a complete modern engine production line and all its core technologies."

"This means that from the day it was born, Chery will have an independent and powerful 'Chinese heart'!"

boom!
The second climax arrived unexpectedly and suddenly.

The press box erupted in chaos!

Just a moment ago we were questioning the source of the technology, and now someone else has even bought the production line.

That efficiency, that scale!
However, Qin Yuan's performance was not over yet.

He raised his hand, slowly silencing the commotion, and threw out the most important "smokescreen" of the day, which was also the real purpose.

"In addition, I am honored to announce another strategic partnership."

His gaze swept almost imperceptibly in the direction of the TASS reporter. "Chery Automobile has already expressed preliminary intentions for strategic technological cooperation with the Soviet Volga Automobile Plant."

"The goal is to share some technological resources and jointly develop a new generation of models that are more suitable for the needs of the Eurasian market!"

"Therefore, Chery will send a high-level technical delegation to the Soviet Union after the New Year to conduct in-depth exchanges and cooperation with our partners!"

Sino-Soviet cooperation in car manufacturing?! Joint research and development?!
This news is even more shocking than the introduction of the French production line.

It instantly elevated Chery's positioning from a domestic challenger to a participant in international cooperation.

This is arguably the only way to cooperate with foreign automakers in China.

On stage, a technical expert from Beijing couldn't help but gasp after hearing this, "This is a huge step... but if it really works, it will be unprecedented."

Meanwhile, in the audience, TASS reporter Ivanov suddenly looked up, a look of disbelief flashing in his blue-gray eyes.

He immediately lowered his head and began frantically scribbling on the notebook with the pen tip.

He knew this news was valuable enough to get him a front-page shot at headquarters in Moscow.

The press conference concluded amidst a commotion and excitement.

Reporters, still eager for more information, lingered around the stage, trying to get more details, while staff began to guide them out in an orderly manner.

Just then, the reporter from the Economic Information Daily who had just asked the question displayed an agility that seemed completely out of place for his size, quickly squeezing out of the crowd.

He didn't even bother to exchange thoughts with his colleagues; with a clear goal in mind, he rushed out of the auditorium.

At that moment, he had only one thought in his mind.

Quickly, we need to get the news we received today back to the newspaper as soon as possible.

This is huge news that could cause a nationwide sensation!
(End of this chapter)