My Lord, you need to stand up!

Chapter 894 We must find someone to vent our anger on.
Sure enough, Wei Dong actually acquired one of only two television stations in Hong Kong.

This business transaction still shocked everyone in Shanghai: "They really got it?!"

"Are there any other conditions attached?"

They certainly understand very, very well what a television station means.

Let Wei Dong explain in detail: "There must be people who suspect that I am doing ideological influence, but as long as they can't find any fault with me, it's hard to shut down a commercial business in a simple and crude way. The broadcasting department negotiated with me and asked me to move away from the area where the broadcasting is concentrated and set up a TV station in the suburbs."

Everyone suddenly realized that the situation on the Hong Kong front was not easy either.

But at this point, Wei Dong became more forthcoming: "Of course, there are concerns from the Broadcasting Department, and it may also be influenced by relevant universities. The newly elected president of the Chinese University of Hong Kong this year is the internationally renowned 'father of fiber optics,' whose ancestral home is Shanghai. Our final agreement is to fully promote Hong Kong as Asia's premier international internet center using fiber optic transmission..."

This term is still extremely rare in mainland China.

After all, Citibank has only been exploring this area for a few years, but the mere mention of "Asia's No. 1" and "International Center" is enough to attract special attention in Shanghai: "Could we do the same in Shanghai? I've seen these new terms in scientific literature reports recently."

Wei Dong had to explain in detail: "It's still related to computers. Simply put, it's about connecting ten, a hundred, a thousand, ten thousand, or even all the computers in the world. That's another network world!"

"I open my computer, write an email, and click a button, and you receive it instantly. Or you send an email and click a button, and we all receive it. The changes brought about by this communication revolution are enormous. Most research still uses telephone lines and cables to transmit this information, while Principal Di's research project uses glass fibers for light transmission. Under the same conditions, the transmission volume is a million times different..."

Finally, I couldn't help but confirm: "This is the correct path that has been academically recognized. We plan to test it in Hong Kong first, then lay a submarine optical cable between Hong Kong and Macau. After success, we will lay an optical cable across the Pacific Ocean. In this way, a letter, a picture, or a movie clip from North America can be instantly transmitted to Asia. Of course, this will also involve the covert war on the Internet, the theft of information, the unauthorized transmission of information, and even the control of the network. This is a new world that needs to be carefully explored and proven step by step, but we cannot leave it behind."

This is actually some little-known fact that Wei Dong learned from his previous acquaintance with Han Guobin and the others at the Steel Institute.

The previous generation of local leaders mostly came from industrial backgrounds, such as steel research institutes, while this generation, especially in Shanghai, has more people with mechanical and electrical engineering backgrounds.

Some even have a background in scientific research and have led scientific research strategies.

Wei Dong understood immediately and made a decision on the spot: "Then we must take on this important responsibility without hesitation. Shanghai has the determination to become a center for international exchange!"

“Yes, precisely because the struggle is so intense, Shanghai must be at the forefront. Weidong, you should initiate this project. Whatever support is needed, the city can find a way. I know the Di family; they are very patriotic.”

"The initial connection to the Shanghai-North America route might require further consideration from higher authorities. How about connecting to Hong Kong?"

Let Wei Dong speak frankly: "Optical cables are still at the laboratory level. There isn't a single submarine optical cable yet. My idea is to use this project to quietly accumulate the technology for commercializing optical cable production worldwide in Hong Kong. Hong Kong doesn't actually have the capability to lay out this kind of industrial chain. Under the guise of it, we're actually placing it in the mainland, to be precise, in Shenzhen. Shenzhen has an unparalleled geographical advantage in this regard. Even if the optical cable is successful, it can't be laid along the coastline to Shanghai. It will definitely enter the country through Shenzhen."

This is where Shanghai's overall perspective is reflected; they are accustomed to reasoning.

After a brief discussion, he immediately nodded: "Okay, we will provide whatever support Pengzhen needs. However, we hope that once the technical capabilities are met, the laying of a truly domestic submarine optical cable will still be done from Shanghai to North America. After all, radiating across the whole country is Shanghai's geographical advantage."

Wei Dong nodded repeatedly: "I will carry on this spirit, but... the Internet is a very large sector, and it is an important battleground that needs to be controlled by the state. I cannot control it as a private enterprise. After it is straightened out, I will hand it over to the relevant departments as soon as possible."

His non-stick spirit immediately amused the people present: "Weidong, you are young and energetic, and your thinking is broad and precise. You are good in every way, but you are a little cunning. I'm afraid you will get caught up in the struggle over the line. You have to believe that everyone can see who is truly patriotic and dedicated to the people and who is opportunistic and profiteering. You should put down your burdens and fight with all your might. Don't let these concerns hold you back."

Wei Dong's mental age is older than everyone else's, but his skills are not as profound. He has only made rapid progress after taking stimulants for several years: "Yes, yes, I understand. It's just that I'm involved in the automotive industry, commercial real estate, film, sports and cultural promotion, and internet information technology. I've indeed stretched my hands too far. I can provide assistance and support, but I don't need to hold deep stakes."

Xiaodie sat beside her father, looking up at his imposing figure.

Children raised in this way are probably extraordinary.

Everyone was still laughing, and then someone actually spoke up: "You're wrong. There's also the dock and ship work. Actually, we've been waiting for you to come, mainly to hand over the dock work to you. You led the surveying of the Shanghai deep-water port. We've discussed it several times, and it's more appropriate to hand it over to you to promote. All the relevant resources are most complete with you."

Wei Dong gasped. Last time, when he assisted with the site selection, he truly acted out of selfless motives, suggesting that Shanghai's port construction should begin with deep-water terminals, rather than trying to save money and ending up wasting more money later. He urged them to go straight for a deep-water port and keep up with international standards.

Instead of constantly making do and falling behind, and always spending money to improve, it's better to get it right the first time.

As a result, I got myself into trouble: "I...I don't have that much money. Building a basketball court is no problem, and I can also persuade foreign brands to transfer their next-generation production capacity for free in the automotive industry chain. Building a deep-water port terminal is a real drain on funds. I really don't have enough. There are so many projects underway."

Yesterday, he was boasting to his sales team that he had a billion dollars in overseas revenue, but when faced with a money-devouring beast like a deep-water port terminal, he quickly backed down.

“This isn’t a small amount of money. I’m assisting with the expansion of the Pengzhen West District Wharf. The shore excavation alone costs several million US dollars, along with river dredging, wharf infrastructure… and the Shanghai Wharf is definitely larger than the Pengzhen one, right? We can’t afford it!” Everyone laughed: “Then who do you think should take on this? Someone knowledgeable, willing to take responsibility, with an infrastructure construction team, a professional team leader, a forward-looking perspective on international development, and connections to Guoyuan Group and Guoji Group, and also promoting the production of large container ships. Who do you think is more suitable and more trustworthy than you? As for funding, the government can provide you with loans. If it involves foreign exchange, you can manage it yourself. How about following the state-owned assets and private sector model?”

At this moment, Wei Dong felt fortunate that he hadn't mentioned earlier that he had also made Asia Television quite successful, and that, following the same logic, he should have given Shanghai Television to him as well.

Previously, Chi Shiming mentioned that De Erge wanted to promote commercial real estate development in downtown Shanghai, and the city government showed some signs of restraint.

It turned out to be waiting here.

Wei Dong still wanted to try: "With so many port units in Shanghai, can't we handle the rich experience accumulated over many years of operation ourselves?"

The city official stopped laughing: "You're right. Years of operation have accumulated not only rich experience, but also heavy burdens. You yourself are also doing management work. In this battle where you can only win and not lose, who do you think would be more suitable to fight it? This is also a further exploration of state-owned assets and private enterprises!"

Wei Dong's only thought was to capture You Qili and give him a good beating!
I told you not to try and show off by making up such a term.

Now they've completely trapped me.

However, his only concern was that the state-owned assets should not all be held by him; indeed, state-owned assets were a safeguard for him.

Then nod and say okay.

He still held a position on the Preparatory Committee for the Shanghai Deep-Water Port Terminal, so the city sent a secretary to accompany him to announce that his position had been transferred to the Preparatory Committee.

The smiling city leader also urged Wei Dong to expedite the work on the basketball stadium, and pointed as they shook hands in farewell: "It's built right across the street, looks much better from there. You should also finish that billboard building that's been stalled, so you can continue advertising on the basketball stadium."

This is already a very subtle form of criticism.

Wei Dong sighed, saying that Shanghai is not as efficient at building basketball stadiums as Hong Kong. The mention of the port and docks earlier subtly pointed out the difficulties Shanghai faces in doing things.

There are too many smart people here, and every link in the chain can be controlled... Hey, the little giant must have been born by now.

Okay, let's resolve this situation ahead of time to simultaneously improve the level of basketball in Shanghai and Hong Kong.

Xiaodie finally bowed to each of the uncles and aunts in a well-behaved manner to say goodbye.

I really liked it and told her to come visit sometime...

Who would dare to come and play here?

When Wei Dong came in, he took over a deep-water port terminal, a basketball stadium, and a commercial center.

However, seeing Liang Jiahui standing in the corner carrying a large bag reminded me of the purpose of this trip back to Shanghai.

He quickly asked him to bring out two videotapes: "Hong Kong films really share a lot of feelings about breathing and sharing the same fate with the mainland, which is why I wanted to release this film in the mainland. I'm not talking about the profits, I just want to soothe the inner world of intellectuals during this period of drastic change. Please give me your feedback."

Seeing his boss going around "begging for help" for his movie, Leung Ka-fai controlled his emotions and bowed deeply.

He followed them out without saying a word.

Wei Dong had already put his daughter on his neck to praise her: "You've made progress! You don't swear anymore, right? That way, you'll have more friends to play with at kindergarten."

The eldest princess glanced back at the towering building, wondering if she could swear now. She immediately hugged her father's head with glee: "Holy crap! If you're not going to mess with me, I'll crawl away myself!"

awesomeness!

It seems he can take over the business when he grows up.

(End of this chapter)