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Taishan Group owns several world-class research centers, attracting the attention and envy of countless investors. Unfortunately, Xiaoshan never seeks financing and has no plans to go public.

Even the R&D center and production workshop have always been in China, while overseas there are only stores selling products, with no technology leaving the country.

The meeting didn't end until the afternoon and will resume at 9:00 AM tomorrow.

After leaving the conference center, Xiao Shan made a phone call to his son, Xiao Jingyan.

"Dad, what made you suddenly decide to call me?"

"I'm in Beijing for a meeting, so I thought I'd take this opportunity to meet you. Is your new boyfriend with you? We can meet together."

"Dad, isn't this too fast? We've only just started dating."

Xiao Shan didn't force the issue: "Alright, you can decide for yourself. When you want to see her again, it won't be in Beijing anymore. You'll have to take the girl to Shenzhen then. You know how busy your father and mother are. Do you think they're all like you, leaving a lot of things to do and running to Beijing to find peace and quiet?"

Xiao Jingyan was speechless: "Dad, did you come here to complain to me? Or should I go to the meeting with you tomorrow?"

"Forget it, you're too green, don't let them trick you. Let you train for a few years first."

A seasoned business owner like Mr. Liu is always cunning and calculating; he's afraid his foolish son might be fooled.

It's best to minimize contact for now. Once he's married and settled down, he can train at Mount Tai for a few years, receiving personal guidance and growing rapidly.

Xiao Shan returned to the courtyard house, chatted with Xu Damao and Yan Jiefang for a while, and then went back to his room to sleep.

The simple bed was surprisingly comfortable, and Xiao Shan drifted off to sleep amidst the hustle and bustle of the courtyard.

The next day, after breakfast, the driver took him to the National Convention Center on time.

Yesterday, many leading companies shared their views on future plans; today, it's a day for free discussion.

Mr. Liu, who had previously greeted Xiaoshan, stepped onto the stage and said, "Some of you know me, and some don't. My remarks today are about the division of labor and cooperation in the world."

"Many people say that our company doesn't develop technology, and I have a lot to say about that. Our company's ability to develop to where it is today, to sit at the top of the computer industry, is partly related to our abandonment of core technologies."

"Core technologies require large investments and have low returns. Why should we spend so much effort researching things that we can buy with very little money? Today's world is open, and the trend of division of labor and cooperation has gradually taken shape. We can't produce everything, and there's no need to waste money on many industries."

Xiao Shan frowned, took the microphone, and said, "President Liu, I do agree with the clear division of labor in the world. But some countries do very little work yet earn high salaries, while we work ourselves to the bone and can barely make ends meet. Having core technologies in the hands of others is like having our lifeline held by them; they can manipulate us however they want."

"I believe that we can also master some core technologies and develop high-end manufacturing, which is the foundation for national development and prosperity. Moreover, the Plaza Accord and the semiconductor war have already shown that the division of labor and cooperation is just a smokescreen put out by some Western politicians. You can only stay at the low end. Once you dabble in the high end, what awaits you is endless sanctions. Our neighbor, Japan, is a glaring example."

President Liu said calmly, "Mr. Xiao is exaggerating. At least for now, the division of labor and cooperation around the world is going well. Why not continue? I believe many people here share the same view as me."

Xiao Shan shook his head and said, "Living a good life is everyone's innate desire, and the same goes for a country. To live a good life, we must strive for development. Striving for development will inevitably break the West's monopoly in certain areas and touch their interests. This is an inevitable situation in the process of development."

"Western countries now implement high welfare systems. Why can they do so? Because they reap the benefits of these sectors from around the world. We are a huge country with over a billion people, abundant resources, and vast land. Moreover, we have some of the most hardworking and intelligent people in the world. It is inevitable that we will encounter these sectors monopolized by the West during our development. We will either stop developing or break through their monopoly. There are only two outcomes. At that time, the so-called free trade and global division of labor will be a joke. Mr. Liu may not believe it, so let's wait and see."

"As times change, with the speed of national development, reaching the top of the world is only a matter of time."

A round of enthusiastic applause erupted at the scene, and several leaders joined in the applause.

"Xiao Sheng's words are very encouraging. It seems that Xiao Sheng is full of confidence in the country's development," a leader said with a smile.

Xiao Shan nodded and said, "That's natural. We have met all the conditions to become a great power. All that's left is time."

The meeting ended amidst this commotion. Xiao Shan stayed in Beijing for two more days before returning to Shenzhen.

Time flies like an arrow, and in the blink of an eye, it was the summer of 04.

Xiao Shan visited the UAV Research Center of Taishan Group.

Xiao Jingsi has played a significant role in the design of drones over the past year, and her physics skills have improved dramatically.

"Dad, our drones are becoming more mature. The latest lithium battery developed by the Battery Energy Research Center is perfect for the drones and can solve the battery life problem very well. After modifying a few minor issues, we can start production."

Xiao Shan nodded and said, "Jing Si, I don't plan to participate in the drone launch and sales. You will be in charge of the whole process. Starting today, you will serve as the general manager of Taishan Group's drone R&D and production company, and concurrently as the technical director."

"Me? Dad, aren't you being a little too lenient with me? I should at least let you check me out."

Xiao Shan smiled and said, "Don't worry, I'll be watching from behind. Taishan also has its own methods for product launches and sales. You just need to follow the procedures. If you have any new ideas, you can also bring them up, and the publicity department can help you refine and promote them."

Soon, the press conference for Taishan Group's drones began. Xiao Shan was once again sitting in the audience watching his son's performance, with Xiao Jingyan sitting next to him.

"Jingyan, I plan to transfer 30% of the shares of Taishan Group's drone company to Jingsi, 30% of the shares of the battery energy company to Jingshu, and 30% of the shares of Shiweitian to Jinglan. Do you have any objections?"

Xiao Jingyan was taken aback for a moment and said, "Dad, what objection could I possibly have? Everything in Mount Tai was created by you. Besides, isn't it only right that you give it to my younger siblings?"

“I’m glad you think that way; it shows you’re maturing and Taishan’s business is growing bigger and bigger. Last year, our mobile phone sales reached 15 million units, although most of them were low-end models. The profit margin was only lower than that of welding machines.”

03 was a breakout year for Taishan Group, with sales of all four products—batteries, mobile phones, welding machines, and screens—exploding.

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The drone launch event concluded perfectly amidst rounds of applause.

Various stores have started selling drones. Unlike mobile phones, drones are not necessities and are expensive, but there are still many people buying them.

Back in the office, Luo Zhenliang, the head of the mobile phone division, knocked on the door and came in: "Mr. Xiao, we have completed the development of our latest touchscreen phone, and it will be available for sale next month."

Xiao Shan nodded and said, "Well done. Now we can start promoting it. Consider these touchscreen phones from the past few years as a warm-up for the smartphones to come. I don't have high expectations for sales, but this is an opportunity to test how well our touchscreen phones work. Also, let's install our Pangu system on the new phones and experiment to see how it performs."

"Yes, Mr. Xiao."

Luo Zhenliang had just stepped outside when the phone rang. It was Professor Wu from the Semiconductor Research Center.

"Professor Wu, what made you decide to call me?"

In recent years, the semiconductor research center has produced virtually nothing, but Xiaoshan continues to invest money in it, and the amount is increasing, now reaching 3 billion yuan annually.

The previously built wafer fabs and photoresists also belong to the semiconductor research center.

Professor Wu's cheerful voice came through the phone: "Mr. Xiao, could you come over? We've made some breakthroughs these days. We're one step closer to being able to produce chips independently."

Xiao Shan immediately perked up: "Okay, I'll be right there."

After hanging up the phone, Xiao Shan immediately had his driver take him to the semiconductor research center.

Semiconductor research centers are gradually becoming more sophisticated. Although lithography machines are still a long way off, some supporting facilities are gradually being improved.

After finding Professor Wu, Xiao Shan smiled and asked, "Professor Wu, what good news do you have to tell me?"

"Haha, Mr. Xiao, our photoresist and wafers have been developed and are ready for production. According to your logic, there are fewer and fewer obstacles to building a photolithography factory. The rest depends on whether the Optical Research Center can achieve a breakthrough in light and reflective mirrors as soon as possible."

Hearing Professor Wu's words, Xiao Shan smiled and said, "We are still a little short of breakthroughs in optical distance, but we are making rapid progress in lasers. Miniaturized lasers are already taking shape."

Under Professor Wu's guidance, Xiaoshan saw the produced wafers and photoresist.

After examining the wafers and photoresist, Xiao Shan said to Professor Wu, "Right now, the world is in a period of rapid development in electronic products, and wafers and photoresist are always in short supply. Our emergence has filled the market gap. We are also the first wafer fab without European or American capital. The majority of Japan's semiconductor business is controlled by the United States. Let the sales department try it out first and see if we can sell it."

"Is Xiao Sheng worried about the other side's blockade of us?" Professor Wu asked, looking at Xiao Shan.

Xiao Shan nodded: "Yes, many of our research centers have broken the monopoly of European and American countries in high-tech core components, and these guys are basically in charge of the chip factories that purchase wafers."

Xiao Shan left the semiconductor research center in a good mood.

As soon as I got back to my office, Xiao Jingyan came over: "Dad, the head of the electronics factory just called. The electronics industry is growing rapidly this year, and all the major electronics factories are overflowing with orders. Futukang has taken the opportunity to raise its labor costs, and the hourly rate is even higher than ours."

Xiao Shan said to his assistant, "Look at whose orders they're working on. There aren't many factories in the world that can offer them such high processing fees."

Upon hearing Xiao Shan's instructions, the assistant immediately replied, "Mr. Xiao, according to our information, some of these orders are for Laura and Nokia, and some are for Japan. However, sources indicate that the mobile phone manufacturers haven't raised their prices. It's just that Fujitsu has reduced its profits because there are too many orders, and if they can't complete them, they'll have to pay huge compensation. Right now, it's a matter of low profit margins and high volume. Raising prices is only to increase the workers' enthusiasm for work, and secondly, it's also to recruit more people."

"Futukang has been short of staff for the past two years, and many people have quit after working for two days. Some of them have come directly to our electronics factory."

Upon hearing the information from his assistant, Xiao Shan smiled and said, "We'll be producing a touchscreen phone soon, and we can raise the production cost by a few percentage points. You should discuss this with Luo Zhenliang. We can't let this affect the normal operation of our electronics factory."

"That will significantly increase the cost of the phone," the assistant said with some concern.

Xiao Shan replied without hesitation, "This cost is nothing; the price of a phone is what it is. Touchscreen phones are our first foray into the mid-range market. While labor costs at electronics factories are rising, you must still guarantee quality."

The assistant nodded and said, "Okay, Mr. Xiao, I understand!"

Summer is here, and all major mobile phone manufacturers are in a tense atmosphere because the release dates for their new models are just around the corner.

The first phone to come out was Nokia's LED scrolling phone, which was also the originator of LED scrolling phones.

It was immediately loved by young consumers upon its launch.

Cool lights are the top choice for friends to show off.

The launch event for Taishan Mobile has also begun.

Today they have prepared three types of mobile phones: a mid-range touchscreen phone, a large-screen low-end phone with a color screen, and an ultra-low-end phone that emphasizes cost-effectiveness.

Luo Zhenliang has now mastered the art of phone launch events, so Xiao Shan no longer needs to oversee them.

"Hello everyone, I'm Luo Zhenliang. Today marks the start of our annual mobile phone launch event. This time, we've brought a different kind of phone—a touchscreen phone newly developed by Taishan Group."

"Many people may ask, what is a touchscreen phone? For example, when you send a text message, many middle-aged people may not like to type. We have a special stylus. Just turn on the handwriting mode and write on the screen with the stylus. When you want to look up something on a website, you can also write by hand."

As he spoke, Luo Zhenliang opened the built-in search website on his phone and searched for Taishan Group: "This is the first business phone developed by our group. It also has the ability to check stocks in real time. At the same time, we have built-in mini-games such as chess, Dou Dizhu, and One Sword Flying to the Sky for our customers to play."

"The system uses our Pangu Intelligent System, which we have been developing for many years, to ensure a smooth and lag-free experience. The camera, newly developed by Taishan Group, takes clear photos and is an essential choice for home and travel. We have a built-in 256MB memory card that can store and play music, with the same function as an MP3 player. The built-in battery, newly developed by Taishan Group, can last for 100 hours on standby."

"This incredibly convenient phone is priced at 2,666. Accompanying it is a power bank we developed, capable of fully charging the phone four times from zero to 100%, priced at 199. We've named this phone Kaitian 1, marking our first foray into smartphones. It symbolizes the imminent arrival of a smart era."

Upon hearing Luo Zhenliang's words, enthusiastic applause immediately erupted in the audience.

Touchscreen phones, which allow for direct handwriting input, are a new concept that many middle-aged people eagerly anticipate.

Many people don't understand the typing rules of a keyboard, but Taishan's touchscreen phones have completely solved this problem.

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Next, Luo Zhenliang introduced the familiar "Starry Sky" phone for budget-conscious consumers, and finally, the ultra-budget phone: "This is our group's new large-screen color phone, with image clarity comparable to many phones costing a thousand yuan. Making and receiving calls and text messages are no problem."

"But its price is something many people can't imagine! 488, our Foundation Building phone. That's right, 488, less than 500 yuan, bring home a color screen phone. This is the huge discount that Taishan Group is offering to our customers."

Luo Zhenliang's words deeply moved many people at the scene.

Many brands now offer low-end phones, but a phone like the Taishan, which offers a clear, large-screen phone for under 500 yuan, is still a first.

Many of Nokia's low-end phones, priced around 500-600 yuan, still have small black-and-white screens.

Counterfeit phones may be priced the same, but they lack brand credibility, after-sales service, and quality assurance.

The mobile phones from Taishan have all been market-tested.

The press conference for Mount Tai was held shortly after it was held, and the online and offline promotion began.

"Taishan's new mobile phone, a touchscreen phone, a phone that allows middle-aged people to not have to type."

"Was Taishan Group's foray into smartphones a success or a failure?"

"Mid-range price, high-end experience, Taishan Qihang mobile phone."

"The nightmare of counterfeit phones, the foundation phone."

Just one week after the press conference, the first product to explode in popularity was the Zhuji phone.

The large-screen, inexpensive mobile phone has become popular in many developing countries. Immediately after its release, it received two million export orders, clearing out more than half of its inventory in an instant.

Another product that began to gain popularity was the Qihang mobile phone, which featured a touchscreen handwriting input, a built-in four-inch screen, and cost just over two thousand yuan. This novel phone instantly captured the hearts of many young and middle-aged people.

Long queues form daily in front of Taishan's stores and major mobile phone shops, all for the purpose of purchasing this Qihang mobile phone.

In South Korea, many senior executives of Samheung looked at the "Start-up" sign in their hands and exchanged bewildered glances.

"Everyone, tell me, our D508, which we've been working hard on developing, is going to be released in about six months. But then Taishan's Qihang phone looks exactly like ours—a large-screen business phone. Did our intelligence get leaked?"

"This is blatant plagiarism. They must have obtained our design and developed the Qihang phone ahead of time."

Seeing their angry leader, the senior executives quickly said, "Please calm down, boss. The engineers who developed the phone are all trustworthy veterans. We would never leak information. As far as I know, Taishan's Pangu system was already open source. They had already made preparations for smartphones. I think this was more of an accident."

"Even accidents won't do. The publicity department will secretly leak information, saying that Taishan's Qihang phone is suspected of plagiarizing Samsung's Future phone. Mobilize our publicity system, no matter what the effect is, first of all, make our D508's reputation known."

Samsung executives naturally wouldn't go against their superiors: "The leadership is brilliant. They've made an impression on people first. Previously, China was Nokia and Motorola's territory. This time, we're going to carve out a bloody path with the D508."

Taishan Group's mobile phone sales are booming, and the inventory of three models has long been sold out.

The electronics factory operates 24/7 in three shifts, constantly working overtime to produce goods.

Taishan Group offered high night shift pay, with night shift wages even 30% higher than day shift wages.

In a short time, a large number of workers from Futukang fled to Taishan Electronics Factory to work.

The wages for a 12-hour shift at Futukang and an 8-hour shift at Taishan are roughly the same, but Taishan far surpasses Futukang in terms of meals and factory activities.

In a dormitory at the Futukang Electronics Factory.

"The wages at Taishan Electronics Factory have gone up again, and it's three shifts now. The three shifts earn more than our two shifts. They also get big subsidies and the food is better. Futukang is a living hell. The section chief is just a bully and doesn't have any other skills. I heard that Taishan has a dinner party every Sunday when we have time off, with crabs and lobsters. I'm not going to suffer here anymore."

"Really? If it's that good, I won't work here anymore. Who wants to work twelve hours when they can work eight?"

Similar conversations were heard in many dormitories of the Fukutaka Electronics Factory.