Rebirth of Hong Kong Island, leading the technology war

Chapter 151 Sitting in the VIP Seat

The only thing that is uncertain now is the yield rate of Kirin 990+.

If the yield rate is not high, Huayao’s threat will not be too great. If it cannot produce enough mobile phones, its sales will not be able to return to its previous highs.

But if the opposite is true, that would be bad.

The Lighthouse Congress has lost its best bargaining chip to kill the other side of the strait's technology.

Be it the White House, the Eagle Sauce Ministry of Commerce, or the financial tycoons and squid bosses on Wah Fu Street, none of them want to see such an outcome.

Of course, the one who suffered the most was Tim Hawke, the boss of the fruit company.

If Huayao can really buy the chips it needs at will and manufacture more mobile phones, then Apple’s market share in the mobile phone market will be lost.

Of course, Huayao is indeed facing great trouble in markets outside of China. Due to various reasons, the incomplete functions of its mobile phones have had a great impact on sales.

But at least in the Chinese market, Huayao may still occupy a dominant position.

This is very scary because China is a huge market. It is already the second largest market for Apple phones after the domestic market.

China even has the opportunity to become the largest mobile phone market.

Hawke felt painful just thinking about losing this huge market.

Malak sighed: "It seems that we can draw a conclusion. Huayao does have a new source of chips."

Hawke shook his head: "Not sure yet."

"Hmm? Still not sure? Why?"

Malak felt that Hawke was being a bit of a fool. He denied the facts even in the face of them. He was even more thick-skinned than Malak.

Hawke said: "Huayao's chip may not be made using conventional methods. This method can be mass-produced on a small scale, but it cannot be mass-produced."

Malak understood and said, "Is it because the cost is too high and not worth it?"

"That's right, Mr. Malak. I think there are indeed some Chinese companies that are helping Huayao, but that's all. Their purpose may be to put pressure on us, but it won't succeed."

Although what Hawke said sounds like Ah Q spirit and spiritual victory, it is actually quite possible.

According to common sense, China does not have the ability to mass-produce advanced process chips, but now the chips have appeared. How can this situation be explained?

Anyone who understands the semiconductor industry will feel that there must be something fishy going on here, or at least there is some water in the money, but it is just unclear how much water there is.

Malak called Rudison over: "Bell, what do you think?"

Rudison thought for a moment and said, "I think Mr. Hawke's judgment is correct. The manufacturing process of these chips is completely different from that of mainstream wafer fabs. It is very likely that they were temporarily manufactured using low-tech methods."

So-called low-tech methods mean laboratory samples.

No photolithography machines, etching machines, or other automated machinery and equipment are used, so it can be said to be made in a workshop.

This production method can produce even five nanometers, let alone seven nanometers.

It’s just that the cost is too high, so high that it is frighteningly high, and it is completely unworthy of commercial mass production.

This is why when describing some high-tech products, we always add the phrase "laboratory products, cannot be used as a reference for commercialization."

Malak said: "This is interesting. Let's see how many units of Huayao's P30 phone can be sold."

Malak is a very practical man.

In his opinion, theory is unreliable, but actual sales volume is reliable.

If Huayao can really sell a lot of P30 phones, then the theory of Hawke and others is wrong.

The next day, China, Sanguan City, Nanhai Province.

Today is the first day of the Triple Crown Business Forum meeting.

But looking at the process of the meeting, today was quite relaxing.

After all, the organizers chose to hold the meeting in Nanhai Sanguan, so it feels like a vacation.

If you plan your trip too full, it will be a real bummer.

It is worth mentioning that the breakfast at Atlantis Hotel is really top-notch.

Both the style and quality of breakfast exceed the standards of a five-star hotel.

Food from almost every major country can be found here.

Moreover, each meal is very authentic, retaining the flavor of the original meal while being improved to suit the Chinese tastes.

Anyway, this standard of breakfast makes people feel very happy, and I only regret that I don’t have more stomachs.

At that time, the Atlantis Hotel had not yet become famous, and it was not the peak tourist season, so almost all the people staying in this super hotel were guests and media people attending the Triple Crown Business Forum.

There were quite a lot of people together, and at this time, more than half of the huge restaurant was occupied.

After finishing his breakfast, Hu Jiangshan returned to his room and rested for a while.

When there was still half an hour before the meeting, Hu Jiangshan changed into a more formal suit and went out.

The venue of the Triple Crown Business Forum is on the third floor of the Atlantis main building.

Like all high-end luxury hotels, there will be several conference venues designed, and seven-star hotels will naturally have more and more luxurious ones.

The venue for the Triple Crown Business Forum is the largest one.

At this time, a lot of people gathered at the entrance of the venue, chatting in groups of three or four.

There are many seats outside the venue where you can sit and rest while waiting.

"Jiangshan, this way!"

Hu Jiangshan turned around and saw that it was Xing Liming calling him.

It turned out that the members of Hezhong Group had already arrived and were sitting there. Hu Jiangshan also walked over.

Xing Limin said: "Jiangshan, the meeting has not started yet, let's wait here for a while."

Hu Jiangshan nodded and found a seat to sit down.

The air conditioning was on high, very cool and comfortable.

Yesterday, everyone witnessed the exchange between Hu Jiangshan and Sun Yafang, so naturally, they no longer dared to underestimate him.

Of course, Hu Fanghe was still somewhat dissatisfied, but he couldn't possibly cause trouble for Hu Jiangshan.

Hu Jiangshan is the son of the big boss Hu Wenxin. Although Hu Fanghe is also a member of the Hu family, there is still a gap in their relationship.

Hu Fanghe is a middle-level manager in Hezhong Group. It is not worth it to get into trouble. Only a fool would do it.

The key point is that Sun Yafang and Hu Jiangshan do seem to have a good relationship.

Why is this happening? How did they meet?
Even if Hu Jiangshan is a supplier of Huayao, it is impossible for him to be so good.

Sun Yafang is the rotating chairman of Huayao, a big boss among big bosses.

It's indeed a mystery.

Just then, several people came over.

Many people nearby saw the person walking in front and rushed over to greet him.

This person is none other than Guo Zongzheng, the prince of the Red Sea Group.

As mentioned earlier, Guo Zongzheng is the boss of the Chinese side of the Red Sea Group, at least in name only.

The Red Sea Group still has great power. In addition to its own influence, it also has close ties with other technology manufacturing companies.

It can be said that the Red Sea Group has always been a representative enterprise and the strongest giant in China's manufacturing industry, otherwise its boss Guo Taiyuan would not have frequently appeared on the rich list.

However, the Red Sea Group's voice has gradually weakened in recent years because several similar electronic assembly companies have emerged in the mainland.

For example, companies like Baidu, Luxshare Precision, etc. are developing very rapidly.

With competitors, the influence and momentum of the Red Sea Group will naturally be weakened. However, a lean camel is bigger than a horse. The Red Sea Group is still the world's largest electronic product assembly and manufacturing company, a force that no one can ignore.

So when Guo Zongzheng appeared, he still attracted the attention of others. They gathered around him and greeted him enthusiastically.

"Mr. Guo, I didn't expect you to be in China. Can we have a few cups of tea later?"

"Mr. Guo, didn't we agree to have dinner together last time? Why not today?"

"I say you guys better not join in the fun, Master Guo is busy!"

Guo Zongzheng smiled and nodded, responding to them, appearing very elegant.

There is nothing wrong with Guo Zongzheng's etiquette. After all, he has received a good education. This is different from his father Guo Taiyuan.

Guo Taiyuan has a low level of education and a very bad temper, and he swears at people at the slightest provocation.

Of course, what makes people most angry about Guo Taiyuan is his classic quote.

【We are giving food to mainlanders. 】

This guy is really crazy.

If this is true, then the Red Sea Group is withdrawing from the mainland, isn't this destroying the jobs of mainlanders?
His heart is so cruel!
At this time, Xing Liming also stood up, called Hu Fanghe to come over, and greeted Guo Zongzheng.

Hu Shan showed a look of disapproval. What's the point of getting close to Guo Zongyuan?
It's totally unrelated.

However, if Hezhong Group wants to transform itself and invest in the mainland market, it must develop personal connections.

From this point of view, actively making friends with people from the Guo family is normal.

Xing Limin said: "Mr. Guo, long time no see. I didn't expect you to be here too."

Guo Zongzheng also knew Xing Limin and nodded at him: "Yes, I had nothing to do, so I came here to participate."

"Mr. Guo, if you have nothing to do, come sit here for a while. It's rare that we meet, let's chat for a while."

Guo Zongzheng looked in the direction Xing Liming pointed and saw Hu Jiangshan.

Guo Zongzheng had already met Hu Jiangshan at the Hong Kong Airport yesterday, so it was not surprising at all that Hu Jiangshan appeared here.

Guo Zongzheng actually came over, and I didn't know what he was planning.

Xing Limin smiled and said, "Mr. Guo, I heard that you are one of the distinguished guests of this forum."

Guo Zongzheng waved his hand: "What VIP? Aren't we all VIPs? There's no need to be so exaggerated."

"That's different. The VIP is the boss."

In fact, the so-called forum VIPs are indeed different. Only core members of various industries can be included.

Putting aside other things, the seats arranged for VIPs in the venue are very particular, and they must be the best positions, which is the C position.

Given the status of the Red Sea Group, if the leading CEO comes, he must be given a VIP seat, otherwise it would be unjustifiable.

Guo Zongzheng looked at Hu Jiangshan for several seconds.

Xing Limin said quickly: "This is... the son of our boss."

Guo Zongzheng nodded: "I know, it's Hu Jiangshan."

Everyone's eyes fell on Hu Jiangshan, wanting to see his reaction.

It is estimated that Hu Jiangshan would at least have to chat with Guo Zongzheng for a few words, or even try to get close to him.

Unexpectedly, Hu Jiangshan was unmoved. He just glanced at Guo Zongzheng and nodded symbolically.

Not a word said!

Wow, this guy is really arrogant.

It would be fine if Hu Jiangshan put on airs in front of others, but he actually puts on airs in front of a big shot like Guo Zongzheng.

To put it bluntly, every time Hu Wenxin came, she had to have a polite chat with Guo Zongzheng and exchange some ideas.

But Hu Jiangshan is so willful, and other people really can’t say anything about it, because he is a rich young man.

Besides, Hu Jiangshan does not hold any position in Hezhong Group.

Xing Liming had no choice but to explain this relationship to Guo Zongzheng, so as not to anger Guo Zongzheng and make him misunderstand the attitude of Hezhong Group.

Guo Zongzheng was really a little embarrassed. He snorted unhappily and said, "Boss Xing, does your Hezhong Group want to invest in the mainland?"

Xing Limin nodded quickly: "Yes, I hope the Red Sea Group and you can help me more."

Guo Zongzheng smiled and said, "I've been too busy recently. Wait until there's a chance. I can introduce you to some company leaders. They are all potential stocks."

"Thank you very much, Mr. Guo."

Xing Limin was quite happy.

Although it is not known whether Guo Zongzheng really wants to help Hezhong Group, at least he did not refuse, which also means that the other party did not make a final statement.

At this time, another young man came over with a work badge hanging on his chest. He should be a staff member of the Three Crowns Business Forum.

The staff member said, "You can enter now. Someone will help you arrange seats."

Xing Limin nodded to indicate that he understood.

When the staff saw Guo Zongzheng, they hurriedly said respectfully: "Mr. Guo, your seat is in the VIP seat, just go there directly."

Guo Zongzheng smiled slightly and thanked him in a neutral tone.

If it is true, Guo Zongzheng is the so-called guest of honor at the forum and might even go on stage to participate in the debate.

At this time, the staff member turned to Hu Jiangshan and said, "Excuse me, are you Mr. Hu Jiangshan?"

Hu Jiangshan nodded: "Yes, it's me."

"Mr. Hu, your seat is also in the VIP area. When the time comes, just go there and someone will arrange a seat for you."

When these words came out, everyone else was stunned.

What do you mean?
Hu Jiangshan's seat is also in the VIP seat! ?

How is this arranged?
The others were fine, but the most shocked one was of course Guo Zongzheng.

It was normal for Guo Zongzheng to be a VIP. He was the boss of the Red Sea Group in mainland China. What was the reason for Hu Jiangshan to sit in the VIP seat?
Hu Jiangshan just stood up and walked into the meeting room.

Guo Zongzheng asked Xing Limin: "Your young master Hu is so grand and has become a VIP. He is not ordinary."

Xing Limin hesitated for a moment and said, "Maybe it's because of the cooperation with Huayao."

Guo Zongzheng was stunned: "Your Hezhong Group has cooperation with Huayao?"

Xing Limin suddenly realized that he had said too much, and quickly said: "I just took an order from Huayao for the construction project."

Guo Zongzheng looked at Xing Limin for a few times and it was obvious that the other party was hiding something.

After Xing Limin and others entered the venue, Guo Zongzheng stopped Hu Fanghe.

"do you have time at night?"

Hu Fanghe was stunned at first, then immediately replied, "Yes, I have time."

Guo Zongzheng said: "Let's have a meal together. We can discuss some things."

Hu Fanghe's eyes lit up: "Okay, no problem."

Guo Zongzheng smiled slightly, patted Hu Fanghe on the shoulder, and entered the venue.

After Guo Zongzheng arrived at the VIP seat, he sat down after being reminded by the staff.

Then, Guo Zongzheng widened his eyes. He actually saw that Hu Jiangshan's sitting position was even better than his own.

What is going on with this guy?
Why is the status so high?
In fact, Hu Jiangshan was also confused. He didn't understand why the seat assigned to him was so good. It was simply the C position among C positions.

(End of this chapter)