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“…the cantilever bridge area is 12,000 square meters, enough to accommodate four A380 aircraft.

The length of the hanging gardens exceeds the height of the Eiffel Tower.

There are 5 restaurants and 5 cafes gathered in the ample space. In addition, we are also planning to plant 250 green trees and build a 150-meter-long infinity swimming pool.

There is also an observation deck that offers a 360-degree view of the Singapore skyline and the surrounding sparkling water.

The outdoor swimming pool is built on the top floor of the tower. Its length is three times the length of the Olympic swimming pool and its height is 198 meters. It is the largest outdoor swimming pool in the world at this height.

The special design of the swimming pool makes the water seem to extend to the end of the field of vision.

In fact, the edge of the pool is designed to be a few centimeters below the water level, and the outflow water will flow to a collection tank below, and then be pumped back to the pool above..."

The entire introduction process lasted for more than an hour.

After Lu Jue stopped with a dry mouth, the entire conference room seemed very quiet.

Bang bang….

Under the leadership of the leader, everyone applauded.

"Mr. Xu, your company provided a wonderful design plan, which far exceeded my expectations."

Xu Liang smiled and said: "We are very aware of the impact of the coastal project on the city appearance of Singapore, so we have spent a long time collecting information to design. It can present such an effect, especially if it satisfies the leaders and everyone, and it is not in vain." Such a long time of hard work.”

The leader nodded slightly and said, "Mr. Xu, I'm a little confused."

"Speaking."

“Our laws in Singapore do not allow gambling, but your design plan contains ‘gambling’. This is impossible to allow.”

Xu Liang smiled slightly, "As far as I know, there has been a debate in Singapore recently about whether to relax the ban on the gaming industry...?"

"It seems that Mr. Xu supports it?"

"I support all of your decisions. Although there are casinos in this design, if Singapore law does not allow it, we can convert them into hotels."

The leader's eyes flashed, "Mr. Xu is really a smart man."

"Same for you."

The two looked at each other and laughed at each other.

Xu Liang knew very well that Singapore finally lifted its ban on gambling. When he came to Singapore to play, he stayed at the Sands Hotel and went to the casino for a look, but he was not interested in gambling, so he did not go there.

In fact, the construction of gaming in Singapore did not happen overnight.

For decades since the founding of the People's Republic of China, Singapore has strictly prohibited the gambling industry, mainly because it is worried that when this industry reaches a large scale, it will bring about derivative problems such as money laundering, gambling addiction, and pornography.

But as gambling emerged elsewhere in Asia, catering to a large number of people's appetites, Singapore was unwilling to lose this opportunity. In 2004, the authorities launched a fierce debate on whether to open gambling.

Before Xu Liang was reborn, there were two casinos in Singapore.

One is located in Resorts World Sentosa, which opened in early 2010 and is managed by Genting Singapore Limited.

The other is located at Marina Bay Sands, which officially opened on June 23, 2010 and was developed by Las Vegas Sands Group.

It has been called "the most expensive freestanding gaming building in the world."

Before 2009, Singapore's GDP shrank by 1.3%.

As soon as the gambling started, it was crowded with tourists.

In 2010, the number of tourists reached 11.6 million, and GDP rose sharply to 14.7%, which was the highest growth rate since the founding of the People's Republic of China. It also made Singapore the country with the fastest GDP growth in Asia at that time.

Not to mention the subsequent development of hotels, restaurants, and transportation.

When Xu Liang received the plot of land designated for Singapore's CBD reconstruction plan, he fell in love with this place at first sight.

He has seen with his own eyes the prosperity of the Sands Hotel, which is a real money printing machine.

"To lead the entire coastal project, Taihua has decided to spend US$5 billion to turn it into a new landmark in Singapore and a top fashionable building in the world. It will continuously attract tourists from all over the world to Singapore and create more economic income. .

And I also promised that after all the project loans are repaid with the gaming revenue from the Binhai Project, we will donate the gaming revenue to charity to improve the serious medical problems of the poorest groups in Singapore. "

After using charity to solve difficulties several times, Xu Liang found that this was indeed a good method.

Now he finally understands the tricks of the top wealthy people in the West.

When expanding internationally, first let its charitable funds collect a sum of money. Anyway, according to US law, charitable funds must donate 5% of all assets every year.

After donating money and gaining reputation, the affiliated companies can go in for negotiations, which can virtually reduce many difficulties.

He plans to use this trick now.

The leader's eyes lit up.

"Mr. Xu, are you serious?"

The huge investment of US$5 billion greatly exceeded his expectations.

Xu Liang's willingness to take out the money-printing machine of gambling made him even more appreciative.

"Of course, everything I promised can be written into the final contract."

The leader nodded, "Mr. Xu, we are very interested in your plan, but the matter is very important. We need to discuss it internally before we can give you the final answer."

"Of course. I'm waiting for your good news."

The leader stood up with a smile, "I have prepared lunch. Please move over, Mr. Xu and everyone."

"please."

After lunch, at the invitation of the leader, the two took a walk in the garden of the official residence.

"I heard that Mr. Xu's son is a Singaporean?"

"Um."

"Are you going to wait until he turns 18 to change his nationality back to China?"

"No. From now on, he will stay here in Singapore and spread his business."

"Then Mr. Xu should leave him more assets."

Xu Liangliang was stunned by the meaningful words.

"I am going to slowly transfer Taihua Real Estate to Singapore."

The leader's eyes lit up, "If this is the case, it will be of huge benefit to Taihua Real Estate to take over the coastal project."

"That's great, but there's a problem."

"Mr. Xu, please speak frankly. As long as I can help, I will definitely not refuse."

"It's very simple. Taihua Real Estate has invested too much in the mainland. There are currently more than 60 projects worth tens of billions of dollars. If you want to transfer such a huge investment, without a good reason, no matter which The government will not agree.

So I need a valid reason. "

"Mr. Xu, please speak frankly."

“CapitaLand acquires Taihua Properties.”

The leader's expression changed slightly, and he understood the hidden meaning in Xu Liang's words.

The premise for CapitaLand's acquisition of Taihua Real Estate is that he must gain control of CapitaLand.

Temasek Holdings holds 45% of CapitaLand, and Temasek is one of your sovereign funds.

Therefore, as long as he agrees to the transaction, Xu Liang can successfully acquire CapitaLand.

“Leaders, only by giving up can you gain something.

After the merger of CapitaLand and Taihua, it will become a real estate giant with more than 30 urban complexes, more than 70 shopping malls, and various operations involving commercial real estate, apartments, and real estate trusts.

It will also become the commercial backbone of Singapore. "

There was hesitation on the leader's face, "Mr. Xu, you really gave me a big problem."

"I don't think anything that is good for Singapore's future development is a problem."

The leader smiled and nodded, "It's a very important matter, I need some time to think about it."

"certainly."

After Xu Liang agreed, he took out an invitation from his arms and handed it over.

"The children's 100th birthday banquet will be held in three days, and the leaders are also invited to come."

"Haha, I will definitely go."

"Then I'll take my leave first."

"I'll send Mr. Xu off."

After leaving the official residence in the car, Xu Liang breathed a sigh of relief.

"Mr. Xu, how hopeful do you think the Binhai Project is to be passed?"

Lu Jue felt a little uneasy.

"No confidence?"

"A little bit. After all, this project is too big and too critical. Singapore will probably prefer local companies."

"Local companies are reluctant to spend US$5 billion on this project." Xu Liang said calmly, "Although Singapore keeps saying that it is based on operational capabilities, the most critical factor in the project is money.

Only enough money can ensure the success of the project and operational capabilities are meaningful.

And our project design is excellent enough, which is another plus point.

The leader has no reason to reject us. "

Lu Jue nodded in agreement.

"You set up a separate company to operate the 'Binhai Project'. For project funds, you used the future income of Taihua Real Estate as collateral, borrowed US$2 billion from Hongyan Fund to acquire the land, and used the land as collateral for subsequent construction funds. , go to Standard Chartered Bank for a loan. If Standard Chartered cannot get it, go to DBS.

If it's not enough, I'll lend you another loan. "

That's right, Xu Liang is not prepared to take even a dime of the total investment of US$5 billion in the Binhai project.

The reason is also very simple, gambling is too damn profitable.

It will bring a steady stream of tourists to shop, eat and stay.

Taking Sands Macau as an example, its total annual revenue is as high as US$7 billion.

Of course, the Singapore Marina project is not as big as the Sands in Macau, but it is US$3 billion a year. It won’t take long for the total investment of US$5 billion to be earned.

"Mr. Xu, are you really going to donate your gambling profits in the future?"

"Can't bear to part with it?"

"Um."

"If not, do you think this good thing can happen to you when there are too many people and too little food?"

"We can implement gaming into the contract. Once Singapore issues a gaming license, we must have one, and high liquidated damages must be set."

"What I mean is whether the Binhai project can fall on you." Xu Liang continued with a smile, "There are too many people staring at such a large project. As outsiders, we want to win it smoothly.

It is necessary to reduce negative factors and increase favorable factors as much as possible.