Reborn in Hong Kong: The Tycoon Grows Up

After seeing the person in front of him, Bao Zixuan knew that what was supposed to come would always come. Don't expect the other party to give you a smile. It's already good enough if they don't come to chop you with a knife. You must know that most people in Iran are Persians, and they have been brave and fierce masters from ancient times to the present. He was bombed so badly last time, so it would be strange if he didn't hold any grudge in his heart.

Now that I have something to ask for, of course I know not to offend Heiyun Group and Bao Zixuan. In addition, the people sent here to purchase weapons and equipment are somewhat literate, and they cannot understand everything. You still have basic self-cultivation, otherwise Bao Shoufang would really worry about his personal safety.

Hassan is the leader of the Iranian team that came to the Paris Air Show, that is, the person in charge. Although I have a strong opinion of Bao Zixuan in my heart, I also know that I still need to ask for help now. And this is France, and they are not allowed to be presumptuous. Hassan and Bao Zixuan have one thing in common, that is, they both studied at Cambridge University for a period of time. People with a background of studying abroad will not be trusted in Iran. Hassan was entrusted with the important task because he was the son-in-law of a big shot.

Moreover, there are few people in Iran who understand the latest technology like Hassan. A bombing in Iraq woke the Iranians up and made them realize clearly. Modern warfare is not only about who is braver, but also about mastery of advanced weapons.

Hassan said to Bao Zixuan in English: "Hello, Junior Bao! I have heard of your name for a long time, but I have never had the chance to meet you. It is my honor to finally meet you in person today."

Hearing such a title, Bao Zixuan knew that the other person either graduated from MIT or Oxford. And the possibility of the latter is very high. You must know that early Iranians still prefer to choose British universities. The most important thing is that the other party's pronunciation is more British, which is also very important evidence.

People have already called you junior fellow student, so of course Bao Zixuan can't just show it at all. That would be extremely rude and would completely offend Iranians.

Bao Zixuan: “I don’t know what to call you, senior, but you also graduated from Oxford.”

Being able to tell where he graduated from his accent made Hassan feel normal. If he didn't even have this ability, Bao Zixuan wouldn't be able to do such a big business.

Shahsan: "Look at me, I am so excited to see my alumni that I forgot to introduce myself. I am Hassan, from Iran. I graduated from the Department of Mechanical Engineering of Cambridge University in 1970, and I am your senior. I am here to purchase weapons. Equipment, I hope my juniors can give me some support."

Bao Zixuan felt incredible when he heard the other party announcing his home address. You must know that the 1970s was still the period of the Pahlavi Dynasty. At that time, those who could study in the UK were the focus of training, and they were basically children of big families. After the Pahlavi dynasty was overthrown, the fate of these clan children was not very good. Not only is this person okay, but he can also hold an important position in the current government. There must be something special about it, otherwise it would be impossible to do it.

Bao Zixuan: "What did Senior Hassan say? As long as it can help. As a junior, I have no excuse and will not embarrass the senior."

Iran's strength should not be underestimated, and it is okay to offend it for certain interests before. That's because we're not on the line, so we don't dare to do anything too outrageous now.

Hassan: "This time I came here to purchase 4 ground-effect aircraft and 4 HH-01 Phantom fighter bombers. The Iran-Iraq war caused heavy losses to the Iranian Air Force, so we will continue to replenish weapons and equipment. I hope that the students will consider it as an alumni. Do the seniors a favor and Iran is willing to pay any amount."

After hearing Hassan's statement, Bao Zixuan knew that Iran was serious this time. Being willing to pay any way speaks for itself. Iran's economy is dominated by the oil extraction industry and it is a major oil and gas country in the world. Oil export is the lifeblood of the economy. Its oil production capacity and oil export volume rank fourth and second in the world respectively.

Iran not only has huge oil and natural gas reserves, but is also rich in other mineral resources with huge recoverable quantities. There are 3,800 proven mines with mineral reserves of 27 billion tons; of which, iron ore reserves are 4.7 billion tons; copper ore reserves are 3 billion tons, accounting for approximately 5% of the world's total reserves, ranking third in the world; and zinc ore reserves are 230 million tons. , ranking first in the world; chromium ore reserves are 20 million tons; gold ore reserves are 150 tons. In addition, there are large amounts of manganese, antimony, lead, boron, barite, marble and other mineral resources. 56 mineral species have been mined, with an annual mineral output of 150 million tons, accounting for 0.55% of the total reserves and 1.2% of the total global mineral product output.

Iran is definitely a huge treasure house, but we just don’t know how to cherish it. If there were fewer wars and more experience in developing the domestic economy and people's livelihood, Iran would definitely become the richest country in the world.

Of course, Bao Zixuan doesn't want to care about these things, and he can't. But there is no problem in getting benefits from the Iranians. Who allowed so many minerals?

Bao Zixuan: "The seniors have requirements, and as a junior, you must try your best to meet them. The ground effect aircraft costs 80 million US dollars each, and I will find a way to deliver it as soon as possible. However, the HH-01 Phantom combat bomber has some troubles."

"Currently, only this prototype has been produced, and no production line has been built for it. Moreover, raw materials are still subject to the Soviet Union, and future production capacity is very limited. Currently, there is a queue. According to the current order ranking, Iran will have to wait until it wants to get the aircraft. Three years later."

"The unit price is US$350 million; the full price must be paid, otherwise Heiyun Group will not accept the order. I hope the seniors can understand, after all, I am responsible for every product that leaves the factory."

When he heard that only one prototype was currently being produced, Hassan's nose almost became angry. Isn’t this lying with open eyes? If Heiyunji had not provided aircraft to Iraq, Iraq's poor air force would have been able to fly to Tehran for bombing; it would have been discovered and shot down long ago. But now that people say this, there is nothing you can do about it.

The full payment would have to wait until three years before shipment, which Hasan couldn't accept. At this time, Iran's funds were very tight. All the Pahlavi dynasty's foreign funds had been frozen, and now they are still a mess.

Members of the Pahlavi royal family say these funds are family wealth, but the Iranian government believes that these funds belong to all Iranian people. Foreign banks have no choice but to give you money, and every day the money is in their account, they will get an extra profit. Of course I don’t want to give you the money, this may be a common problem of banks.

There is no foreign financial support, coupled with the consumption of the Iran-Iraq war. This makes Iran's capital reserves very low, especially its foreign exchange reserves, which have dropped to freezing point. It was hard to get this little money together. Now it is paid directly to Heiyun Group. It will take another three years to get the weapons and equipment. There is no way for Harbin merchants to explain to the country.

Hassan: "Brother Bao, price is not an issue. Three years is too long. Iran is under great pressure. And once the policy changes, our money will be wasted."

Bao Zixuan: "Three years depends on the senior's face. If it is normal, it may take five years or even longer. You must know that producing an HH-01 fighter bomber is very time-consuming and requires senior technicians. . Heiyun Group can only produce at a low speed, and coupled with problems such as raw materials, the production speed cannot be increased at all."

Hassan is also considered a professional, and of course he knows that there are many things that cannot be rushed. The plan just given by Dassault will only start delivery in 2 years. At present, it seems that there is no good way but to wait; otherwise, we can buy second-hand aircraft from other countries.

In fact, Iran is already doing this and has just signed a contract with the Soviet Mikoyan Design Bureau. The Soviet military sold MiG-25 fighter jets in service to Iran. Fortunately, second-hand products are not expensive, so they should be used as an emergency.

Hassan: "Then please ask me, junior, Iran can't afford that many dollars at once. I don't know what minerals my junior needs. Oil and natural gas are no problem."

Oil and natural gas will definitely be needed in the future, but now we must fully exploit Iraq's oil and gas fields. I can only put it aside for other places first, but Iran’s other minerals are very attractive.

Bao Zixuan said with a smile: "We are alumni. As juniors, we must help; we will not embarrass the seniors. Iran can exchange copper and zinc mines, and Heiyun Group will purchase them strictly according to international market prices. "

After hearing Bao Zixuan's plan, Hassan felt that it was very feasible. Iran's copper and zinc ore reserves are among the best in the world, and it is very feasible to exchange them for aircraft.

In this way, the Iranians signed a purchase contract with part of the cash and part of the mineral exchange. It can be regarded as an end to things. Although it is not satisfactory, the current results are already good.

The Black Cloud Group is short of funds, but it is unrealistic to deduct too much from the Iranians now. This result is acceptable, and as an industrial enterprise, a large amount of copper and zinc are needed every day. This saves you from having to buy it outside and saves some costs.