Great Power Reclamation

Chapter 2891 A Minor Victory
Mark's eyes lit up: "This...this will be a groundbreaking proposal! Equinor and the Norwegian government will definitely be interested! It directly addresses the lifeline of European energy security!"

“That’s not enough.” Ye Feng turned his gaze to David. “Launch the ‘European Green Chip Project.’ Announce that Brothers Capital will join forces with Warrior Group and Junken Electromechanical to select a site in Europe (such as Ireland or the Netherlands) to invest in and build a semiconductor wafer fab focused on automotive-grade and industrial-grade mature processes (28 nanometers and above).

"The technology license and core equipment come from Junken Electromechanical, but the factory operates independently, employs local staff, and prioritizes supplying the European market with its products."

"It is emphasized that this will greatly enhance the resilience of Europe's chip supply chain in key areas such as automotive electrification and industrial automation, and reduce dependence on Asia."

David gasped: "Boss, this is a huge investment, and... technology transfer?"

"It's about technological cooperation and localization," Ye Feng corrected.

"What we export are mature processes, but the core advanced processes (7 nanometers and below) and design IP are still firmly in the hands of Junken Electromechanical."

“This factory is an ‘anchor,’ a symbol of our ‘localization’ in Europe, and a ‘protective shield’ against EFSFDI 2.0 audits!”

"Tell Europeans that we are not here to plunder, but to establish ourselves and work together to solve their most pressing energy and supply chain security problems!"

He then told the editor-in-chief of Fox News, "Launch a full-media campaign. The theme: 'Eastern Green Technology Giant, Contributing to European Energy Independence and Industrial Revitalization'."

"Focus our coverage on our 'acceleration plan' with Equinor and the proposed chip factory. Interview European energy experts, environmentalists, and automakers, getting them to talk about their desire for energy independence, their concerns about supply chain security, and the hope offered by the Warrior Group's plan. Build up public opinion!"

"At the same time, a deep dive into the clauses in the EFSFDI 2.0 draft that may hinder the implementation of these 'win-win' projects has raised public concerns."

Finally, he looked at Susie and the fourth brother: "Susie, use your connections in the European Green Party and among the progressives to vigorously promote the Warriors Group's leadership in environmental technology and its commitment to Europe's green transition, and attack EFSFDI 2.0 for potentially 'stifling innovation' and 'hindering emissions reduction'."

"Fourth Uncle, please use all your influence in the United States, especially those think tanks and lobbying groups with deep ties to the political and business circles in Europe, to convey a core message."

The FICIERA passed by the United States is a 'balance between security and development,' while the current European EFSFDI 2.0 draft is 'overly protectionist.' If passed, it will not only harm Europe's own interests but may also undermine transatlantic coordination on climate change and technical standards.

Norway’s Equinor has reacted extremely enthusiastically to the Warriors Group’s “acceleration plan”.

The Norwegian Prime Minister stated informally, "We need partners like warriors who can help us get out of our energy predicament with real technology and investment."

This statement resonated strongly in Europe, where energy prices are high and public discontent is high.

While France and Germany remain vigilant against fighters, their hardline stance has begun to subtly soften in the face of the positive attitude of their Nordic partners and their urgent domestic need for energy security.

The announcement of the "European Green Chip Initiative" was a bombshell. The Irish and Dutch governments, sensing the opportunity, rushed to offer attractive land and tax incentives.

European automotive giants (Volkswagen, BMW, Stellantis) and industrial automation giants (Siemens, ABB) have expressed their welcome, as they desperately need a stable, localized chip supply.

This directly hits the Achilles' heel of the EFSFDI 2.0 draft, which addresses “impeding investment and technological cooperation.”

Brothers News (through its European channel and digital platforms) has been extensively reporting on the Warriors Group, successfully portraying it as a “key contributor to European energy independence and industrial revival” rather than a “threat.”

European media outlets have also begun to feature numerous voices reflecting on this issue.
Is it wise to shut out technology providers and investors like Warrior Group under the dual pressures of the energy crisis and the need for technological self-sufficiency?

The debate in Brussels has subtly shifted. During the deliberations of the European Commission and the European Parliament, beneficiary or potential beneficiary countries such as the Nordic countries, Ireland, and the Netherlands have become "invisible lobbyists" for the fighter group.

The tough terms insisted upon by France and Germany (such as indiscriminate review and bans on investment in specific technologies) have faced increasing skepticism and opposition.

Ultimately, after heated debates and repeated compromises, the EFSFDI 2.0 draft was significantly revised:
1. Explicitly exclude existing projects protected by the "grandfather clause" (such as the Warrior-Equinor wind power project).

2. The list of “highly sensitive technologies” has been more precisely defined, excluding mature industrial chip manufacturing technologies (pointing to the Warrior’s wafer fab program).

3. An assessment mechanism for the "overall strategic interests of the EU" has been introduced. For investments that can significantly enhance the EU's capabilities in core strategic areas such as green energy and the resilience of key technology supply chains, member states must give them "positive consideration" during the review process, even if they involve "countries of concern".

4. The review process has set stricter time limits and increased transparency requirements.

Although the warrior group's "privileged" access route in Europe is still fraught with difficulties, it has not been completely blocked.

More importantly, the "European Green Chip Initiative" has received in-principle support, and site selection negotiations have entered a substantive stage.

Ye Feng used a combination of tangible "shared interests" and skillful public opinion guidance to tear a hole in what seemed to be an impenetrable wall of Europe.

However, the CASA cloud hanging over the hawkish lawmakers has not dissipated.

Ye Feng's "appeasement" strategy in Europe was interpreted by them as "avoiding the important issues" and "diverting attention."

In an interview with his brother (a rival channel), he pointed out sharply:
"Ye Feng's so-called 'investment' and 'cooperation' in Europe are nothing more than a means to embed his technological tentacles deeper into the Western system!"

"The more he establishes himself in Europe, the greater the potential threat he poses to core American technologies! The Chip Security Act is urgently needed!"

Ye Feng knew that a final showdown with them in the chip industry was inevitable. This battle would be even more dangerous because it touched the most sensitive areas of US technological hegemony and national security.

Beijing, Western Hills. A small-scale high-level seminar.

Ye Mao, as the leader in charge of the relevant field, attended the meeting. One of the core topics of the meeting was how to deal with the increasingly tight containment by the West (especially the United States) in the chip industry, and how to accelerate the realization of self-reliance and control over core technologies.

“Mr. Ye Feng, overseas, used his business acumen and political skills to buy us valuable space and time, which was not easy and was also very… bold.”

A senior expert commented, his tone a mixture of admiration and concern.

"But the root of the problem lies within ourselves. The mass production of 3-nanometer technology by Junken Electromechanical cannot be delayed any longer. The research and development of the next generation of 2-nanometer or even more advanced processes must be accelerated!"

Ye Mao calmly stated: "I completely agree. The Warrior Group, especially the Military Reclamation Electromechanical Group, is an important component of the nation's strategic scientific and technological strength."

"Relevant departments will make every effort to coordinate resources, remove institutional and systemic barriers, and promote the research and development and mass production of advanced processes as quickly as possible while ensuring safety."

"At the same time, support for the domestic application ecosystem must also be strengthened to form a virtuous cycle of 'R&D-production-application,' which is our fundamental confidence in dealing with external pressures."

His words resonated deeply, conveying the strongest support from within China for Ye Feng's overseas operations.

After the meeting, Ye Mao dialed Ye Feng's encrypted private line.

"Brother, the domestic determination and resources are clear. Junken Electromechanical will receive unprecedented support. Go for it! We can't afford to lose this chip war, and we... must win!"

Ye Mao's voice carried a steady strength. "Also, the initial cut of the international version of Ersha's documentary is complete, and the effect... is very impressive. I think it's time." A warm feeling welled up in Ye Feng's heart. His younger brother's support from the highest levels of government, and the tangible embodiment of his father's spiritual legacy (the documentary), were his most solid anchors in the face of turbulent waves.

"Good. This battle for chips will be tough. The hawks want to completely exclude us from the US market, but I'll show them what a truly irreplaceable force is."

A fighting spirit ignited in Ye Feng's eyes. "The global release of the documentary is proceeding as planned. Let's begin with... the birthplace of Junken Electromechanical's chips, that green miracle in the Gobi Desert."

A few days later, in New York, a special private screening took place.

Invitees included General Motors CEO Mary Barra, JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon, GAAP CEO Tim Cook, and several influential members of Congress with relatively moderate views (including those secretly recommended by the fourth son and Susie).

The film being screened was a highlight reel from the international version of the documentary "Light in the Desert: The Birth of a Warrior," produced by the Ersha team.

There was no rousing background music, no deliberate sentimentality. The camera calmly and realistically recorded:

In Northwest China, endless yellow sand stretches as far as the eye can see; a group of simply dressed, dark-skinned people, in extremely harsh conditions, use the most rudimentary tools to survey, dig canals, and plant trees.

After countless failures, the first photovoltaic panel stubbornly lit up with a faint light amidst the wind and sand.

In the rudimentary laboratory, engineers, their eyes bloodshot from exhaustion, stared at the oscilloscope displaying fluctuating waveforms, debating every detail of the chip design.

Ye Yuze's silent figure always appears in the most difficult places, uniting people's hearts with actions rather than words.

When the first chip, designed and manufactured entirely in-house, successfully lit up, the entire makeshift base erupted in a long-suppressed, almost tragic cheer…

The screening ended, and the lights came on. A hush fell over the room. These elites, accustomed to Wall Street's data streams and Silicon Valley's PowerPoint presentations, were struck by a raw and powerful force.

What they saw was not a demonized "national monster," but a group of ordinary people who created miracles in dire circumstances through wisdom, perseverance, and faith.

The technological marvels of the Warriors Group are rooted in this almost tragic epic of human struggle.

Mary Barra took a deep breath and broke the silence first:
“Mr. Ye…this…is unbelievable. I never imagined that those cutting-edge chips that are changing our automotive industry were born from such…arduous and extraordinary efforts.”

There was genuine respect in her eyes.

Jamie Dimon, from a business perspective, remarked: "The vitality and innovation of companies nurtured by this spirit are formidable. Blocking it? That's perhaps the most foolish choice. Cooperation and competition are the right path."

The lawmakers remained silent, but the emotion in their eyes was palpable. This documentary offers a perspective that transcends ideology, a completely new narrative for understanding the fighter community.

While it cannot immediately change the political reality, it has planted a seed of doubt within the core elite circle.

Is it in the long-term interest of the United States to completely demonize and exclude such companies and the spirit behind them?
Ye Feng stood in front of the curtain, his voice calm yet full of power:

"Ladies and gentlemen, this is the DNA of the Warriors Group. We are born from challenges and grow through innovation. We respect the rules, but we are never afraid to break down unreasonable barriers."

"We pursue commercial success, but we are even more eager to create value through technology and improve the common living environment of mankind. The chips of Junken Electromechanical are not weapons, but keys to connecting the future and driving progress."

"We hope this key will open the door to cooperation, not the iron curtain of confrontation."

In a private conversation after the screening, Ye Feng revealed a crucial piece of information to Mary Barra and Jamie Damon.

Junken Electromechanical's 3-nanometer chips are about to enter mass production, and their performance will surpass that of existing competitors. Furthermore, the development of the next-generation 2-nanometer chips based on a completely new architecture is progressing faster than expected.

He also subtly mentioned the "supply chain uncertainty risk" that Lucy's CASA initiative might bring.

Mary Borra and Jamie Damon exchanged a glance. They understood what Ye Feng meant.

The warrior group possesses hard power (irreplaceable technology), soft power (reconstructed narratives and emotional resonance), and the will and ability to launch precise counterattacks within the rules (such as the previous FICIERA game).

If CASA pushes forward with its agenda, the resulting chain reaction (such as chip supply disruptions and severe market volatility) will be catastrophic. They need to go back and exert influence.

Hawkish lawmakers felt the pressure. Concerns were growing from the auto and financial sectors, and even moderates within the party were beginning to question the necessity and potential economic risks of CASA.

More importantly, the discussions sparked by that documentary are subtly changing the public opinion landscape.

Ye Feng did not stop. He instructed Brothers News Corporation to produce a series of high-quality short videos and in-depth interview programs from the highlights of the documentary, and to distribute them on a large scale through its global media network (especially channels and platforms targeting elite audiences).

The "Icebreaker Project" has been fully launched, and the image of the Warrior Group has begun to quietly transform from a "mysterious threat" to a "technological pioneer" and a "legend of struggle".

Meanwhile, at the secret military reclamation and electromechanical base in Northwest China.

Operation codenamed "Sword Forging" has entered its final sprint. National-level resources, personally coordinated by Ye Mao, have played a crucial role.

Funding, talent, and policy support were all readily available. The yield rate of the 3-nanometer production line climbed at an astonishing rate, reaching mass production standards.

Meanwhile, in the even more advanced cleanroom next door, research and development equipment for the next generation of 2-nanometer and even 1-nanometer processes has been installed and debugged.

This is where the Warrior Group's true strength lies, and it is Ye Feng's ultimate backing as he navigates the overseas world and strives for "privileges".

Ye Feng stood on the top floor of Manhattan, looking down at the dazzling yet perilous Western world below.

The confrontation between China and the West is not merely an ideological battle, but a contest for discourse power and dominance. Having become accustomed to hegemony, they cannot tolerate dissenting voices…

But China has never been anyone's yes-man, not since ancient times!

The EU's alarm has been temporarily lifted, but the hidden dangers remain; Lucy's CASA has suffered a temporary setback, but the threat has not disappeared; the documentary's "ice-breaking" effect is beginning to show, but changing deep-rooted prejudices is not something that can be done overnight.

He knew that the path to "privileges" for the warrior group in the Western world was destined to be a never-ending climb.

Every seemingly secure privileged position is built upon sustained technological leadership, a delicate balance of interests, resilient crisis management, and relentless narrative reshaping.

Ahead lies the prospect of a counterattack from hawkish lawmakers, subsequent EU regulations, new technological competition, and turbulent global geopolitical events.

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