Nominal: Intercepting Zhong Xiaoai, Dominating Handong

"Remember these points: First, never forget our original aspiration and always keep the people in our hearts."

"Second, prioritize practical work and avoid formalism."

"Third, unite with comrades, especially with good leaders like Secretary Wenzhe."

Fourth, integrity and self-discipline are the bottom line and cannot be crossed.

"I will keep Secretary Pei's teachings in mind," Gu Mingyuan solemnly promised.

When Gu Mingyuan left the municipal party committee, he was happy for Pei Yihong, but also felt a heavy responsibility.

Before leaving, Secretary Pei didn't forget to pave the way for him. He must repay this kindness with even better work.

Gu Mingyuan had mixed feelings as he left the municipal party committee building.

Pei Yihong is leaving, and Chen Wenzhe will take over.

The changes in the political landscape will have an impact on Liping and on him personally.

But no matter what, development cannot stop.

Upon returning to Liping, Gu Mingyuan immediately deployed efforts to attract investment.

He instructed the Bureau of Commerce to select fifty target companies, mainly those in agricultural product processing, ecotourism, and clean energy, which align with Liping's industrial positioning.

"We will not fight this investment promotion battle unprepared," Gu Mingyuan said at the investment promotion preparation meeting.

"Every company needs to do its homework, understand their needs, and prepare targeted solutions."

"We need to clearly explain our advantages, articulate our policies, and deliver on our service commitments."

The director of the commerce bureau asked, "Secretary Gu, are you personally leading the team?"

"Of course, if the county party secretary doesn't go out to attract investment, who will?" Gu Mingyuan said with a smile.

"This time, we need to try to bring in several large projects."

The investment promotion delegation departed on March 2nd.

The first stop is Pingzhou city.

Under the arrangement of the Guangdong Provincial Commission of Economy and Trade, Liping County held a special investment promotion conference.

Gu Mingyuan personally went on stage to promote the product.

"Fellow entrepreneurs, I am Gu Mingyuan, the Party Secretary of Liping County. I am not here today to ask for money, but to give you money—to give you opportunities to make money."

The opening remarks immediately caught everyone's attention.

Gu Mingyuan used a PowerPoint presentation to showcase Liping's resource endowments, industrial foundation, and preferential policies, using vivid language and detailed data.

"Our high-mountain cloud and mist tea grows at an altitude of over 800 meters, is pollution-free, and is of excellent quality."

"But we only sell raw materials now, at sixty yuan per kilogram."

"If processed into finished tea, it can sell for two hundred yuan."

"If it's made into a tea beverage, the added value will be even higher."

"Our ecological environment is excellent, with a forest coverage rate of 70%, making it a natural oxygen bar. We have uniquely favorable conditions for developing ecotourism."

"Our policies are favorable, land prices are one-third of those in coastal areas, taxes are exempted for three years and reduced by half for two years, and we offer one-stop service."

The business leaders in the audience whispered among themselves.

"This county party secretary is quite interesting."

"I've been to Liping, and its ecology is indeed excellent."

"The policy is quite favorable."

Following the presentation, more than a dozen companies expressed interest and scheduled further discussions.

Over the next five days, Gu Mingyuan and his team visited more than 20 companies, discussing cooperation during the day and organizing materials at night, often working until late at night.

Secretary Chen said with concern, "Secretary Gu, please take a rest. Your body can't take this kind of continuous work."

"It's alright, attracting investment is all about seizing the time." Gu Mingyuan rubbed his temples.

"We must seize this opportunity; if we're even a step late, the good projects will be snatched up by others."

Hard work pays off.

In Pingzhou, an investment agreement was signed with a food group, which plans to invest 50 million yuan to build a tea deep processing base in Liping.

In Ningchuan, a cooperation agreement was reached with a tourism company to develop the Liping ecotourism route.

In Wenshan, an agreement was signed with a Chinese medicinal herb company to build a Chinese medicinal herb industrial park.

In five days, eight letters of intent were signed, with a total investment of 300 million yuan.

On the way back to Liping, Gu Mingyuan was tired but in high spirits.

"This is just the beginning," he told his team members.

"Once we get back, we need to get things implemented as soon as possible. Signed projects should be put into operation quickly, and projects under negotiation should be closely monitored. Investment promotion is not a one-off deal; we need to follow up continuously and optimize our services."

On March 7, Gu Mingyuan returned to Liping.

On March 10, the province officially issued a document: Comrade Pei Yihong was appointed as a member of the Standing Committee of the Hanjiang Provincial Party Committee and Executive Vice Governor; Comrade Zhao Anbang was appointed as Vice Governor; and Comrade Chen Wenzhe was appointed as Secretary of the Pingzhou Municipal Party Committee.

The news sent shockwaves through the political arena along the Han River.

On March 11, Pei Yihong left Pingzhou to take up his post in the provincial capital.

Hundreds of cadres gathered at the entrance of the Pingzhou Municipal Party Committee compound to see him off.

Gu Mingyuan also arrived, standing in the crowd, watching Pei Yihong shake hands with everyone one by one.

When it was Gu Mingyuan's turn, Pei Yihong squeezed his hand tightly: "Mingyuan, do a good job, I'll be waiting for you in the province."

"Take care, Secretary Pei. I will definitely work hard."

The convoy slowly drove away, and everyone waved goodbye.

Many veteran cadres had tears in their eyes—Pei Yihong had done a lot of practical things during his six years in Pingzhou, and everyone had developed a bond with him.

After the farewell ceremony, the newly appointed municipal party secretary, Chen Wenzhe, called Gu Mingyuan to his office.

"Mingyuan, please sit down," Chen Wenzhe said kindly.

"Secretary Pei specifically instructed before he left that we should support your work."

"The city fully supports the goal of becoming one of the top 100 counties."

"If you need anything, just tell me."

"Thank you, Secretary Chen!" Gu Mingyuan said gratefully.

"No need to thank me, you've brought honor to Pingzhou," Chen Wenzhe said solemnly.

"However, Mingyuan, I must remind you that the competition among the top 100 counties is fierce, and the entire province is watching closely."

"You must do your job thoroughly and avoid any mistakes."

In particular, economic data must be truthful and reliable; falsification is strictly prohibited.

"Secretary Chen, rest assured, the data from Liping can withstand scrutiny."

"The Provincial Bureau of Statistics has come to verify this, and their conclusion is that it is true and reliable."

"That's good." Chen Wenzhe nodded.

"Besides, you're a star executive now, so the bigger the tree, the more the wind will blow against you."

"Be careful with your words and actions, and pay attention to uniting with your comrades."

"Be bold in your work, but be prudent in your methods."

"I've got it."

After leaving the municipal party committee, Gu Mingyuan felt a great sense of responsibility.

Pei Yihong is gone, but he left behind valuable connections and political resources.

Chen Wenzhe took over the position, and his attitude was clearly supportive.

This is a golden opportunity for the development of Liping, and we must seize it.

Upon returning to Liping, Gu Mingyuan immediately convened a county-wide cadre meeting to convey the spirit of the municipal party committee and to plan the next stage of work.

"Comrades, Secretary Pei's promotion to Executive Vice Governor is a source of pride for Pingzhou, and also an encouragement to us," Gu Mingyuan said in a loud voice.

"Secretary Chen Wenzhe clearly stated his support for Liping County's bid to become one of the top 100 counties. This is an opportunity, but even more so, a responsibility."

He outlined three key tasks:

First, we will expedite the implementation of investment projects, establish dedicated project service teams, and ensure that signed projects commence construction as soon as possible.

Second, we will advance the construction of six major projects, report progress monthly, and conduct year-end assessments and evaluations.

Third, we must strengthen the conduct of our cadres, carry out an "efficiency revolution," and improve work efficiency.

"From today onwards, the entire county must enter a state of combat readiness."

"The goal of becoming one of the top 100 counties is not something we shout about, but something we achieve through hard work."

"We must repay the trust of the municipal Party committee and government, and the expectations of the people of Liping, with tangible results!"

The hall erupted in enthusiastic applause.

The cadres were eager to try their hand at their tasks.

Yes, with such leaders and such opportunities, Liping will definitely succeed!