ryethenovel Chapter 1520 People who can dance are always lucky.
Chapter 1520 People who can dance are always lucky.
Chapter 1520 People who can dance are always lucky.
Do you like football?
“Oh, Secretary Felix.”
Li Xuewu was standing in front of the floor-to-ceiling window of the private room, arms crossed, lost in thought, when a greeting suddenly came from beside him.
He turned around and recognized the person as Wolfgang Felix, Secretary General of the East German Economic Council.
Like most German men, this old man had long since given up the hassle of washing his hair, which made his face even more kind and approachable.
Those who don't know him would naturally think that way, but those who are familiar with him know that he has a nickname—the vulture of East German politics.
"Germans love football."
He didn't care much about not getting a reply from Li Xuewu. Just like Li Xuewu, he stood by the window with his arms crossed and said, "Every city has its own football field and football team, and the public pays a lot of attention to them."
Note that he is referring to the masses, not the people; only capitalist countries use the term "people."
“I’ve noticed that; the level of physical education in Germany is indeed very high.” Li Xuewu nodded in agreement, “You can see children playing football on the streets.”
"Isn't it a very interesting sport?"
Felix turned to him, smiled, and asked, "Does China also value sports? Your football is also very good."
He raised his eyebrows and said, "You have a Li who is very famous in Europe; he can be called the King of Football."
"China is the birthplace of football."
Li Xuewu smiled in response and said, "I don't know if the Li you're referring to is Mr. Li Huitang, who can certainly be called the King of Football."
"We also love football. We're busy with work now, but we used to play football with our colleagues all the time."
This isn't about the Red Star Factory, but rather about my time in the military. In recent years, football has become very popular in the military, which is related to a certain boss.
Although it couldn't compare to its glory days before liberation, the national team at this time was still famous throughout Asia and even the world.
Whether it's youth training or national team players, they are all quite impressive.
Who would have thought that 65 years ago, the youth team studied and trained in Hungary, making them a true overseas-training team?
It's just that we've neglected sports in recent years. Everyone from top to bottom has been busy with university studies, so who has time for physical education?
You say that sports affect work, so you should start to weaken and prohibit them through policies, but the policies do not prohibit playing cards. Isn't that strange?
Faced with Felix's question, Li Xuewu couldn't answer it directly, so he could only evade the question and not give the other party a chance to pester him.
"No wonder you were watching so intently."
Felix seemed to want to express goodwill, and instead of dwelling on the previous topic, he talked about his recent experiences.
"I heard you used to be in the military? If so, I'm not surprised by the setbacks the KGB has been experiencing lately."
"Isn't it Kazan Metallurgical Corporation?"
Li Xuewu smiled and said calmly, "There is an old Chinese saying: 'Those who follow the right path receive much help, while those who stray from it receive little help.' They have been too presumptuous."
"Yes, they were too outrageous."
Felix nodded in agreement, leaned forward, and said while holding onto the railing, "But a weak nation has no diplomacy, and it cannot even be independent in its internal affairs. Isn't that the most tragic thing?"
"Of course, as a people who have also suffered harm, I can understand and empathize with your feelings."
Li Xuewu lowered his arm, patted the railing, and said, "This is also why we actively learn and communicate, and strive for self-reliance and self-improvement."
"China is a great country with great people, which is why it has been able to thrive for five thousand years."
Felix turned to him and said, "Both China and Germany are on very difficult development paths and are standing at the crossroads of history, making the most difficult choices."
"This topic is beyond my expertise. I'm sorry, Mr. Felix, I cannot give you any reply."
Li Xuewu nodded apologetically and said, "However, personally, I am open to international exchanges in the industrial and commercial fields, and we are doing just that."
"Of course, I can certainly see your efforts."
Felix, facing the candid Li Xuewu, did not blame him at all, but smiled and nodded, saying, "Please forgive a talkative old man."
"No, it's that I can't comprehend your level of understanding."
Li Xuewu smiled faintly and praised, "I am very interested in the education system and physical education of East Germany."
"Oh? I thought you were only interested in industry." Felix straightened up, smiled, and waved for Li Xuewu to sit down on the sofa, as if he was ready to have a good chat.
The Economic Committee prepared private viewing boxes for the visiting delegation, with the doors open and the boxes available for selection.
It was ostensibly a football match to showcase the charm of East German sports, but in reality, it was no different from a dinner party; it was just a social event.
There were large private rooms where no one paid attention to the game on the field; instead, they gathered together with their glasses in hand to discuss business collaborations.
Those who were able to participate in this event were all organizations that had signed cooperation agreements with the visiting delegation members; they were also there to see them off.
Li Xuewu gave up this opportunity to be in the spotlight to Li Huaide and the members of the International Business Department, and found a small, empty private room for himself.
Unexpectedly, he attracts attention wherever he goes, and even the host of today's event came to find him personally.
While I wouldn't say I was flattered, I was still surprised by the other person's attitude, so we ended up chatting without even realizing it.
"Actually, East Germany's education system was very unique and purposeful." Felix sat down and watched the battle on the field, explaining, "I'm not saying this to be critical, just to illustrate my point."
He emphasized this point carefully before continuing: "In East Germany, education was generally handled by the Youth Affairs Administration, which was responsible for implementing the state's policies toward youth."
"Of course, the purpose I'm referring to is reflected in several other aspects, such as the management of childcare by the Ministry of Health."
Felix smiled at Li Xuewu and then continued, "Some specialized colleges and universities are not only managed by the Ministry of Higher Education and Professional Education, but also under the leadership of relevant ministries, such as the Ministry of Culture and the Ministry of Textiles."
“Yes, I understand that. We are similar.” Li Xuewu gestured and explained, “Our petroleum colleges are managed by the Ministry of Petroleum, as are our power colleges, water conservancy colleges, and so on.
"The system determines the institutions and policies."
Felix nodded and said, "East Germany had a 10-year general education comprehensive technical secondary school, which was the school that implemented compulsory education and was the core of the national education system."
"One of its key features is that integrated technology education courses are offered in grades seven through ten, and the principles of integrated technology education are implemented in all subjects."
He glanced at Li Xuewu, raised an eyebrow, and said, "Sounds complicated, doesn't it?"
“It’s alright, we’re also trying this path.” Li Xuewu didn’t show any surprise, but his attitude was somewhat serious. “Students need to cultivate industrial and agricultural qualities in a similar way.”
"Yes, East Germany's comprehensive technical education consisted of three courses: introduction to socialist production, technical drawing, and productive labor."
Felix continued, "Most of the productive labor in the ninth and tenth grades was carried out under actual industrial production conditions."
“Same here, we have our own partner universities, and some universities even have their own school-run factories.” Li Xuewu understood his words and pointed out the commonalities in the domestic education system.
"The following point may be different."
Felix cracked his knuckles and looked at him as he spoke: “In East Germany, students could directly implement the company’s production plans under the guidance of professionals in the production sector and participate in the process of technological innovation and production rationalization.”
"Is the participation rate really that high?"
Li Xuewu was somewhat surprised at this moment, raising an eyebrow and saying, "Middle school students already possess the ability to innovate technologically?"
"This is our goal—"
Felix smiled and said, "Those who emerge from the school are the real workers."
"Then I really want to learn how."
Li Xuewu earnestly asked, "Our group established an independent vocational education system two years ago. What was the situation of vocational education in East Germany?"
"What is the goal of the vocational education system? It's to cultivate skilled workers, right?"
Felix raised his eyebrows, showing no impatience, and patiently explained: "East Germany's vocational education system is similar to the 'dual vocational training system' of the Federal Republic of Germany, which combines theoretical teaching in vocational schools with practical training in enterprises."
"This is what I just mentioned: the enhancement and extension of the comprehensive technical education system."
He tilted his head and explained, "Training often ends with passing a professional worker exam, which is what I emphasize: real workers emerge from schools."
"At present, the most important type of vocational school in East Germany is the enterprise vocational school, which is what you mentioned, the vocational education school established by your company. It accounts for 75% of the total number of vocational training institutions, and two-thirds of the apprentices are trained in it."
"As a supplement to the vocational education system, East Germany also established a type of central vocational school that only accepted sporadic vocational apprentices."
He spread his hands and explained, "In addition to apprenticeship training, the vocational education system also includes continuing education for skilled workers and other employed personnel, with secondary vocational and technical personnel trained by specialized schools."
"It must be said that it occupies an important position in the national education system." Felix looked at Li Xuewu with a smile, shook his head slightly and said, "Admission to vocational colleges generally does not involve examinations, but rather adopts the method of recommendation by relevant parties and approval by the principal."
To be honest, Li Xuewu was dumbfounded.
What the hell is the difference between this and the situation in China?
The vocational education system in East Germany was actually the vocational education college under the Red Star Steel Group. How did the comprehensive technical high school in East Germany differ from the current advocacy of combining learning and labor?
Finally, the colleges that train skilled workers and cadres for industrial enterprises also do not conduct examinations for admission, but instead adopt the method of recommendation and approval. Isn't this the worker-peasant-soldier university that will start next year?
The world is a circle; that statement is indeed true.
In the ensuing conversation, Felix further explained to Li Xuewu the importance East Germany placed on sports and its policies for cultivating talent.
Li Xuewu didn't pay much attention to this because he knew that East Germany placed too much emphasis on athletic performance and didn't treat athletes as human beings at all.
After the war, Germany was divided into two major camps: NATO and the Warsaw Pact. In order to demonstrate its strength, East Germany's competitive sports became the front line against the United States. In order to win gold medals, they even forced athletes to take banned drugs.
Can you imagine? In just 20 years, from the 1968 Mexico City Olympics to the 1988 Seoul Olympics, East Germany won a total of 519 Olympic medals, ranking third in the world in total medal count.
If calculated per capita, East Germany won 10 times more medals than the Soviet Union and 13 times more than the United States.
Li Xuewu was reading historical research, which gave him a relatively comprehensive understanding of the East German sports scene at that time.
The claim that the East German management was not fully aware of the athletes' use of banned substances violated East German law.
However, due to effective secrecy, East Germany's sports intelligence gradually became known to Western countries only after the fall of the Berlin Wall.
At least 1 East German athletes, under the direction of the Stasi, used various banned substances for extended periods, resulting in the deaths of at least 100 athletes.
Many athletes have experienced physical changes after long-term use of banned substances. Female athletes have experienced vocal cord thickening, menstrual cramps, and some have even developed cancer or given birth to deformed children.
According to Felix, at that time East Germany had 7000 coaches and more than 1 sports workers, and sports students were trained by the government from a young age.
Why did such a "powerful" sporting nation fall behind in later generations?
Some scholars believe that German reunification was not a powerful alliance for German sports.
Because West Germany's sports ideology was dominant, they were more compliant with the personal wishes of athletes, and their commercial operations were more mature, the so-called elites of East Germany did not bring about much substantial change to Germany.
Isn't that interesting? As Li Xuewu listened to Felix's introduction, he had already thought about the complexity and contradictions of the sports system.
During the conversation, Felix mentioned Gesellschaft für Sport und Technik, which stands for Sports and Technology Association.
This is a mass organization of the German Democratic Republic.
The aim is to organize young people who enjoy group activities such as sports and technology, provide them with the necessary equipment, such as motorcycles, airplanes, and radios, and promote related sports competitions.
Such as shooting, motorcycle racing, etc.
The organization, together with the military, assisted in the militarization of society, organizing military training in schools, universities, and factories.
Upon hearing this, Li Xuewu raised an eyebrow, and the idea he had just had instantly reorganized in his mind, giving him a new one.
"The sports and technology associations will organize sports competitions and training, which may even include military training..."
If military training can be conducted under the guise of sports training, why can't we do the opposite?
Since competitive sports are currently prohibited in China, could we use military training as a pretext to promote sports activities?
"Why are you suddenly interested in education and sports again?"
Before boarding the plane, Li Huaide had a chat with Li Xuewu, but he didn't expect that Li Xuewu was reading a book about education and sports.
"The task assigned by Director Han."
Li Xuewu put away the book Felix had given him and replied with a smile, "Let me write a report on the vocational education system and physical education in East Germany."
“Oh—” Li Huaide thought for a moment and said in a low voice, “We can write about the vocational education system, but let’s not write about physical education.”
He patted Li Xuewu's arm and explained softly, "It's not that I don't want you to show your talent, but the current situation is not suitable."
"I understand, I'm hesitating too."
Li Xuewu nodded knowingly and replied, "At this time, the domestic situation is like a raging fire. Who am I to cause trouble at this time, lest it cause an even bigger storm?"
“You might have had no problem writing this before, but things are different now.” Li Huaide smiled and tapped him, saying, “When a piece of paper reaches the ears of the emperor, one must be extremely cautious, extremely cautious, and extremely cautious again—”
"Hehe, you overestimate me."
Li Xuewu shook his head with amusement and said, "Let's talk about it when I have your level of skill and status. Now?"
"Humility is a good thing, but you also need to have a keen sense of smell." Li Huaide raised an eyebrow and reminded him, "Haven't you noticed a change in the leader's attitude towards you? When you go back this time, pay more attention to it."
After saying that, he didn't dwell on the matter any longer, and patted Li Xuewu's arm, signaling that they should get ready to board the plane.
"Director Li, Secretary-General, I've come to see you off."
Sha Qizhi followed from the side and reached out to take their suitcases, but the two of them waved him away.
"You're not seventy or eighty years old, go away, go away."
Li Huaide smiled and said to Sha Qizhi, "Anyone who didn't know better would think that I, Li Huaide, am too weak to walk or carry my luggage."
"When did you decide to go back?"
Li Xuewu knew that Sha Qizhi wanted to take this opportunity to show off, but he didn't care about Sha Qizhi's deliberate flattery.
"I'll go back the day after tomorrow as soon as I finish dealing with things here."
Sha Qizhi chuckled and rubbed his hands together, then looked at Li Huaide and said, "Director Li, everything you asked me to bring has been prepared for you. Just check it in when you receive it."
"Okay, thank you for your hard work—"
Li Huaide didn't try to hide it from Li Xuewu. He smiled and patted Sha Qizhi's arm before explaining softly to him, "It's for my family."
"I've prepared yours too, we'll have them together."
He waved his hand magnanimously and said, "You were busy outside at the time, so I didn't ask you. It was Qi Zhi who asked a female colleague to help him choose it."
"I can't accept this—"
Li Xuewu said with gratitude, "I was thinking of buying it at the airport, but I didn't expect you to remember me."
He pretended to take out his money and said, "How much is it? I'll pay you back."
"Go ahead, go ahead—" Li Huaide patted his arm with a smile and said, "Don't give me that, I know you too well."
He smiled and raised his eyebrows, then whispered to Li Xuewu, "What can the little money the regiment gives out do? It's all gone by now, hasn't it?"
"Alright, consider this my New Year's gift to you."
There were already representatives from the visiting delegations queuing up ahead of him, so he didn't let Li Xuewu say anything more. He greeted Zhu Xiaolin and then joined them in joking around.
In a hurry, Sha Qi leaned close to Li Xuewu and whispered, "Selena personally escorted Fritz Fleischer to the port city. He took a plane early this morning, and I watched them leave."
"Where's the contract? Did you get it?"
Li Xuewu glanced at him and said, "Be careful, this place is heavily infiltrated. Don't go if you're not sure."
“It should be fine.” Sha Qizhi explained softly, “Selena has organized a professional legal team to handle the receipt and cancellation of the entire procedure.”
"Once we acquire ownership, we will begin dismantling operations, ensuring that the entire set of equipment and technology is packed up and taken away."
"If anything happens, please contact us promptly."
Li Xuewu was a little worried about him and instructed him, "If there's anything you can't handle, call Anna, she'll help you."
“Secretary-General, those are the Stasi.” Sandglass Eyes said with concern, “Won’t this attract the attention of the Foreign Affairs Department…”
"I told you to contact Annabel von Hohenzollern, not the operations captain at the Stasi Dresden branch?"
Li Xuewu glared at her and said, "Don't contact her easily. If there's danger, retreat. If you can't retreat, then contact her."
"Understood. Fight if you can win, run if you can't."
Sha Qizhi understood what he meant, chuckled, and looked quite like Li Xuewu back in the day when he was shameless.
"I'm off, heading home. Be careful." Li Xuewu waved with a smile and said, "I'll be waiting for you to come back."
Goodbye, Secretary-General—
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"Your move to invite Felix, the Secretary General of the East German Economic Committee, to send a delegation of partner organizations on behalf of Hongxing Steel Group, and to welcome the East German cultural department to build a cultural center in the Liangmahe Industrial Zone, was brilliant!"
On the plane, Zhu Xiaolin gave Li Xuewu a thumbs-up across the aisle and exclaimed, "As expected of a large corporation, they really have guts."
"I haven't offended you, have I?" Li Xuewu glanced at him with amusement and said, "Is it necessary to mock me like this?"
"Don't blame me, I'm just jealous."
Zhu Xiaolin laughed and said, "I was the first one off the plane representing the delegation! I'm so envious!"
"Why don't you go first?" Li Xuewu draped the blanket the flight attendant had given him over his legs and turned to Zhu Xiaolin, saying, "I don't want to be too conspicuous yet."
"Even if Director Zhu has a thick skin, he wouldn't dare steal your thunder!" Dong Qiaomu from Harbin Automobile Group joked, "Now you have no choice but to make a scene."
"I may envy him, but I'm a little timid to go first." Tang Rongxuan gestured with his chin to Li Xuewu and then said to the people around him, "Young people are bolder, so he should go first."
Is this a matter of being bold?
Wang Xiansheng chimed in with praise: "This is a comprehensive consideration by the leadership, distributed according to merit. Secretary-General Li truly deserves it."
"See, I told you Old Wang had the potential to be a lackey."
Tang Rongxuan and Li Xuewu had gotten to know each other well, so they dared to make any jokes now. He gestured in Li Xuewu's direction and said, "After we get back, everyone, don't rush off. Let's go to Honggang for a visit first. Honggang's hospitality is well-deserved."
"You'll have to talk to our Director Li about that."
Li Xuewu gestured to Li Huaide beside him and said, "Even if Director Li doesn't say anything, you'll still be treated to a feast when you go."
"Hey, that's not what we said last night!" Tang Rongxuan looked at Li Huaide and greeted him with a smile, "Mr. Li, right?"
"Welcome, welcome everyone to Honggang Group." Li Huaide could easily tell that Tang Rongxuan was trying to build momentum for them.
When people first heard that Li Xuewu was the first to step out of the cabin, those who already had reservations about him became even more unhappy.
You can tell just by looking at the flight schedule. Those who can get on this plane are all people who have gained something in East Germany. It's also the first flight to depart, which is different from when they came. The leaders are all sitting in the front.
When they arrived, there was no longer a welcoming ceremony at the airport, and they even encountered discrimination from the locals.
This return can be considered a triumphant homecoming, and everyone should hold their heads high, so they spoke very loudly.
Those who had opinions about Li Xuewu remained indifferent, but were startled by the banter of the crowd.
When did Hongxing Steel Group have so many friends? Compared to the small group when they first went to East Germany, there are now many more people.
It must be said that those in the commercial sector who were able to board this plane also took notice, and their gazes toward Li Xuewu became even more complex.
He's rich, strong, and has many friends. Who wouldn't be afraid of him? People would hide their true feelings and dare not say anything carelessly.
Li Xuewu didn't care much about what others thought. Only mediocre people are not envied, and he was not mediocre, so why make things difficult for himself?
The topic Zhu Xiaolin brought up was also because he noticed the awkward atmosphere on the plane and people were there to support him.
If one chemical company in Beijing is nothing, then what about multiple heavy industrial enterprises across the country?
"Hey, to be honest, this trip was definitely worthwhile."
Listening to their excited chatter, Zhu Xiaolin said to Li Xuewu across the aisle, "I visited their shipyard in Lubumin, and the shock I felt back then is still fresh in my mind."
He gestured and explained, "Compared to the shipyards I've visited, such as Bincheng Shipyard and Jinmen Shipyard, their shipyards are inferior to ours in terms of both scale and equipment, but their sales volume is much higher than ours."
"This is not simply a matter of work efficiency."
Seeing that everyone was looking over to listen to him, Zhu Xiaolin raised his voice and said, "Especially, some local enterprises are able to squeeze out a portion of their products for export to earn foreign exchange."
"In this respect, we are not as good as others. Our company has too little power and there are also problems with operation and management."
"Deputy Director Li went to inspect the agricultural and industrial joint enterprises in East Germany."
Han Song, who was sitting in front, joined in the lively conversation and stood in the aisle looking at everyone, saying, "You probably can't imagine that their agricultural and industrial joint ventures not only engage in agriculture and animal husbandry but also in processing and have their own sales outlets."
"After hearing what Lao Zhu just said, I was also thinking, could our industrial enterprises also take the initiative to integrate with agricultural production?"
He looked at everyone and nodded, saying, "After you all go back, think about how to combine industrial development with agricultural production and find a path for our own agricultural-industrial joint ventures."
"Don't focus too much on Honggang's policies. Honggang is where it is today because of the hard work of its people, brick by brick. If you have the courage and ability, I will also talk to the higher-ups and apply for special policies for you."
Han Song had long sensed that the atmosphere on the plane was unusual, but now he took the opportunity to bring it up.
"If you ask me, everyone has an equal opportunity. It just depends on whether you do it or not. If you do it, the policy will naturally follow."
He glanced back at the crowd behind him, making sure no one was left out, and said to them, "Whether you came back with a full load or empty-handed, you should all summarize your experiences. We can't have come for nothing."
"Not bringing back the technology is a multifaceted problem, but if you didn't even bring back the experience, lessons learned, and knowledge, then that's your problem."
Han Song, being a leader, spoke with real authority, his words resonating deeply in everyone's hearts. Upon hearing these words, everyone's expressions changed.
"Today is the 31st, and tomorrow is New Year's Day."
He glanced at the time on his hand, looked at everyone, and said, "Comrade Li Xuewu's article, 'The Reconstruction, Challenges and Opportunities of the International Industrial Order in the New Era: The Responsibility of a Great Power,' should have already been published in major newspapers."
"You can also write it down."
Han Song walked toward his seat, saying, "This morning I commissioned Comrade Li Xuewu to write an article. I want him to write a report on the education system and sports training in East Germany."
"Don't you think I'm making things difficult for him?"
"Hehehe—" His gradually relaxed attitude eased the atmosphere in the plane, and everyone had a chance to chuckle softly in response.
“You’re not making things difficult for him, you’re testing him.”
Zhu Xiaolin, a veteran with no qualms about retiring, joked, "True gold fears no fire!"
"Oh! I love hearing that!"
Han Song snapped out of his reverie and pointed at Zhu Xiaolin, emphasizing, "As the old saying goes, true gold fears no fire; gold shines wherever it is."
"So you're here to investigate industry and commerce, but have you paid attention to other aspects of East Germany, such as the education system?"
This question silenced the laughter of the crowd. He stood in the aisle, scanning everyone, and said, "Know yourself and know your enemy, and you will never be defeated. You have encountered all sorts of difficulties in the negotiations. Have you never considered that it might be due to cultural differences and different customs?"
"Who says that when examining industry and commerce, we don't need to consider other aspects?"
His series of questions instantly made the atmosphere in the cabin much more oppressive, as if atmospheric pressure had rushed into the cabin.
"We didn't bring back any technology, we didn't bring back any orders, and we didn't even know anything about the situation in East Germany." Han Song looked at everyone and said, "When you get back and your comrades ask you about it, what are you going to say?"
"Oh, so you were saying how well the hotel staff danced and how beautifully they dressed, right?"
"Cough cough—" Old Li suddenly felt a tightness in his throat and couldn't help but cough softly twice.
"It's alright, Director Li, I wasn't talking about you."
Han Song is really cunning. Hearing the voice, he turned to look at Li Huaide and said with a smile, "Hongxing Steel Group performed exceptionally well during this visit and deserves praise and commendation."
"Hey, it's nothing, everyone is great."
Li Huaide was quite the character; he raised his chin and replied, "It's just that we were a little luckier."
"People who can dance are always lucky, right?"
Han Song looked at him with amusement, then turned to the crowd who were trying not to laugh and said, "If you really bring back the technology and orders, I won't care if you bring people onto the plane, let alone dance or learn foreign languages. That's your ability."
"If you don't have the ability and all you do is gossip behind people's backs and make underhanded moves, then I'll have to say something about it."
He patted the chair and said seriously, "When you get back, you're going to have a drinking party, right? No problem, I'll treat you. We can also have a good talk about how to do our work well, how to do our work properly, okay, comrades?"
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On December 29, the People's Daily published on its second page a speech report by Li Xuewu, Secretary-General of the Management Committee of Hongxing Steel Group, a member unit of the East German delegation, at the welcome banquet on the evening of his arrival. The speech was titled "Reconstruction, Challenges and Opportunities of the International Industrial Order in the New Era: The Responsibility of a Great Power".
The editor gave it extremely high praise: It elaborates on the grand vision of international industrial construction from an international perspective and with a far-sighted foresight.
On the night of January 1, the first flight carrying the delegation of industrial and commercial personnel visiting East Germany arrived at Beijing Airport, where they were greeted by representatives from industry, commerce, and other sectors.
As the plane slowly landed, the reporters, who had been waiting impatiently, pointed their cameras at the cabin door.
As the cabin door slowly opened, a tall, upright figure with a solemn expression appeared at the cabin entrance. He gently waved to the welcoming team, who responded with applause.
Li Xuewu tried his best to keep a low profile, only making a brief stop at the cabin door before voluntarily disembarking from the plane.
Han Song privately told him that he could stay a little longer. How many times in life can one have such a glorious moment? Everyone would understand if he waited a little longer.
Li Xuewu had no such intention, nor did he have any idea of blocking the cabin door and refusing to get off the plane. Perhaps Old Li could do such a thing, but he couldn't bear to lose face.
He's still young and values his reputation when making friends. Old Li is different; he's reached a point where he can be shameless.
Li Xuewu did not receive his luggage because his luggage, including Li Huaide's, had already been received by the group's general manager's office.
Heaven knows how much stuff Lao Li bought; the luggage of him, Lao Li, and his secretary Liu Bin alone filled a 12-seat Hongyun bus.
Liu Bin was willing to swear on his life that he only had two bags of luggage: one he brought from home and the other he bought for his wife and children.
Where is Lao Li?
Not only did he buy a lot for Li Xuewu, but he also planned to share his love equally with all his sisters, leaving none of them out.
Li Xuewu did not linger at the welcoming ceremony. After getting off the plane, he shook hands with the leaders who came to welcome him and then boarded Old Li's big red flag.
Other unit leaders who come to Beijing may have to go to the guesthouse, but Zhu Xiaolin, Li Huaide, and others do not need to and can go directly home.
Before boarding the plane, no one felt there was any difference between them, but it was only when they parted ways that they realized that companies in Beijing were indeed different.
Of course, some people were still recalling the applause that rang out when Li Xuewu got off the plane, and they couldn't quite describe the feeling in their hearts.
However, Li Xuewu had forgotten that the applause was not for him, but for the entire delegation he represented.
Or to be more precise, the applause was for the units that completed the acquisition and sales tasks for this aircraft, congratulating them on their achievements.
What about Li Xuewu? He was just the first representative to step out of the cabin; he doesn't represent anything.
However, with the flashbulbs focused on him, it's safe to say that he'll be on the front page of every major newspaper tomorrow.
At this moment, he seemed to represent something.
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"Are you going home or to a restaurant?"
Li Huaide was really tired. At his age, he still had so many good friends, and his body was completely drained.
During his time in East Germany, he was not idle. Although he did not take any actual action, he drank quite a lot.
After a flight of more than 30 hours, even Li Xuewu was finding it hard to bear, let alone him.
Li Xuewu looked up at his watch; the car had just left the airport, and it was almost midnight.
"Let me take you to the International Hotel first, it's close by from my home."
He explained to Li Huaide in a low voice, "Perhaps knowing that I'm coming back today, Gu Ning might be waiting for me."
"Youth is wonderful; feelings are pure when you're young."
Li Huaide didn't care about his choice, but instead smiled and instructed the driver to take Li Xuewu home first.
"I'll drop you off first, it's on my way, I'm not in a hurry here." Li Xuewu smiled apologetically, "You seem to be almost asleep."
"Who could sleep in a situation like this tonight?"
Li Huaide glanced at him and said, "Believe it or not, your office phone won't be off tomorrow."
"Then I won't go to the office. I'll ask for leave and get some rest," Li Xuewu said with a smile. "Please come to me if you need anything."
"Hehe—I can give you this leave anytime, except for tomorrow's."
Li Huaide chuckled and said, "I can't stop the phone calls tomorrow. It's easy to deal with the people below, but what if the people above want to contact you?"
“I’m just the group’s secretary-general. Is there anything you can’t handle?” Li Xuewu shook his head slightly and said, “I’ve been working hard for a week and want to rest. I plan to return to Liaodong as soon as possible.”
"Not at ease?" Li Huaide looked at him, wanting to confirm whether this was his true thought.
The reason why the phone calls won't stop tomorrow is because this is Li Xuewu's moment of glory, and there will always be people taking the initiative to make connections.
Li Huaide said he couldn't stop them because he couldn't stop those who wanted to express their admiration for Li Xuewu, or even those who wanted to make a fuss about Li Xuewu's success.
He didn't know if Li Xuewu had used this opportunity to cultivate connections with those in power, so he didn't respond to Li Xuewu hastily.
Seeing that Li Xuewu seemed more concerned about the work in Liaodong, he couldn't help but relax and nodded unconsciously.
“I’ve been out for more than half a month, and I’m really worried about you.” Li Xuewu explained earnestly, “There were many issues that I hadn’t finished dealing with before I left. If I waste time in Beijing, it will be troublesome to go back.”
"Yes, I understand how you feel."
Li Huaide thought for a moment and said, "But we can't be too hasty. Come to the company tomorrow morning and take the afternoon off."
He patted Li Xuewu on the knee and said, "You are now the group's secretary-general, and you will be handling more complex work in the future. You cannot do without connections at the top; this is very important."
"I'm not omnipotent, I can't solve all your problems. What if I'm transferred?"
Li Huaide thoughtfully advised, "At this point, you should also start building your own relationships; you need both superiors and subordinates."
"Isn't it a bit too early?" Li Xuewu hesitated before speaking, "I'm only in charge of business operations right now..."
When do you think would be a good time?
Li Huaide glanced at him with amusement and said, "Don't you usually burn incense, but only pray to Buddha at the last minute?"
He patted Li Xuewu's knee again and said, "Go ahead and make friends without worry. Don't worry about what they're thinking. In short, cultivate relationships that you can use, and don't neglect relationships that you can't."