Return to Hong Kong Island for a Century

Chapter 261 Private Dealings (Second Update)

"They called us first, probably because they wanted us to offer better terms than the ones in the notebooks," Li Song said, glancing at some notebooks.

The people from these small companies are now craning their necks to look at the various products on display, and taking pictures, even changing the angles. Li Song knows that these people are not really here to talk business, but to gather information.

Li Song couldn't refuse, since the other party was using the guise of doing business, and they weren't using the names of other motorcycle companies.

However, since he dared to bring it out, Li Song wasn't afraid of being photographed.

"That should be the case. After all, the other party is very dissatisfied with you, boss, regarding the temple matter. They're probably calling us now because they want to gain some benefits from it." Tian Jiahui wasn't stupid; there must be a reason why the third boss took the initiative to call!
"Our conditions are always better than those of the small notebooks."

"Tell them that we can not only contribute our technology as equity, but also provide assistance such as loans and production lines!" Since Li Song was going to rip them off, he was going to do it ruthlessly.

If you partner with the third-in-command to set up a factory, they will eventually be swallowed up by the other party!

As for the motorcycle skills that the third leader obtained from the notebook, Li Song wasn't worried about that at all!
The third leader did what he did, and everyone knows what happened afterward.

The third leader received continuous support from the founding of the People's Republic of China until later, but he never rose to prominence.

From the 1950s and 60s, Fat Bear in the north began to support the Third Boss. Fat Bear would give him whatever the Third Boss wanted, and also provided him with a lot of loans.

But in the end, he only supported a lonely soul!
The number of planes that crash is measured in thousands.

Fat Bear eventually failed and was then supported by Amei.

As a result, Amei's company was completely swallowed up by the third-in-command, leaving not even a scrap of bone. Not only was it swallowed up, but it was also fined.

If there is no law, someone can immediately make one.

A factory's billboard fell to the ground, and the local leader, known as the "Third Brother," confiscated the factory's property on the grounds of environmental damage and pollution.

This billboard was erected by a third-party advertising company.

Moreover, some financial speculators from Ame's side wanted to cause trouble for the third leader and reap profits from him in the stock market.

As a result, the third-in-command arrested him, froze his account, and confiscated all the money inside.

This is the most basic form of financial warfare!
Of course, the reason why the third-largest power has been able to continue to receive support is mainly because the international community wants to balance Asia, since a certain major Eastern power is developing too fast.

"Okay!" Upon hearing Li Song's words, Tian Jiahui naturally knew what to do. Lawyer Tian Jiahui was full of wicked schemes!
"Boss, these are the presidents of Chinese business associations in several Southeast Asian countries," Jia Hui quickly introduced to Li Song as they approached.

Li Song certainly knew that there were many Chinese people in Southeast Asia, and that these overseas Chinese had provided great assistance to the mainland in the past.

"Mr. Li, it's a pleasure to meet you. I didn't expect that the industrial strength of the mainland has reached this level." The president of the Malaysian Chinese Chamber of Commerce said as he shook hands with Li Song.

"It's a pleasure to meet you all!"

"The development of the mainland in recent years has not been possible without your help!"

"If you all obtain authorization, we can reduce part of your deposit and support cash on delivery!" Li Song certainly knew how much influence these Chinese chambers of commerce had in Southeast Asia!

The reason Li Song sent Uncle Hao to Southeast Asia to cause trouble was to deal with potential problems.

There are still more than ten years left, and I believe that with my support, Uncle Hao will be able to achieve good development there.

Of course, some people in these Chinese business associations are also doing other businesses!
To put it bluntly, there are very few local scams in Southeast Asia!

They mostly came from the coastal areas of inland China!

People who commit crimes in Hong Kong now flee to Southeast Asia!

It was shown in the movie too; they were always running off to this country or that country!
What legitimate business can these people do over there?

Anyway, business people talk business.

"Thank you very much, Mr. Li. We came here today to secure the exclusive sales rights for motorcycles and outboard motors." Several presidents of the Chinese Chamber of Commerce nodded quickly upon hearing Li Song's words.
These people are also very smart. BMW motorcycles have already sold tens of thousands of units in Southeast Asia. Of course, they know the quality of these motorcycles!
Moreover, the motorcycles that Li Song initially gave to merchants in Southeast Asia were also part of the Chamber of Commerce.

“No problem, but our previous distributors will not be included in this exclusive authorization!” Li Song could not abandon these distributors he had previously worked with.

“Of course!” The presidents of these Chinese business associations nodded.

"We can cooperate further!"

"I need a lot of rubber right now, and you can expand your rubber plantations!"

“We can use direct pricing for goods in the future.” Li Song wants to develop Southeast Asia into a source of raw materials.

"In addition, there are various minerals!" The mineral resources in Southeast Asia are also very abundant.

“We had the same idea!” These businessmen were naturally willing, as they had found a market for such raw materials. “Then let’s cooperate happily!” Li Song saw that there were other people, so he greeted them and then, led by Tian Jiahui, went to meet the others.

“Boss, this is Baron William from the British Isles.” Tian Jiahui then introduced another businessman from the British Isles.

“Li, you are very outstanding and young!” William looked to be in his forties and spoke with a touch of arrogance. Li Song did not remember the identities of these nobles.

"Thank you for the compliment, Mr. William!" Li Song didn't know this man's background, but to become a baron, he must be a member of a declining noble family!

These European nobles were all ruthlessly exploited by parliament, reduced to a pitiful state!

To be honest, the decline of the British Empire is largely due to the parliament.

During World War I, these nobles fought desperately on the front lines, while these councils continuously reaped the wealth of these nobles.

Of course, these nobles brought it upon themselves.

"The Baron wants to acquire exclusive licenses for motorcycles and outboard motors from several West African countries!"

“These used to be British colonies, and they still have a lot of influence there!”

“But these guys don’t have much money, so they want some of our support!” Tian Jiahui whispered in Li Song’s ear.
Although Li Song couldn't stand this guy who was poor but arrogant.

But to be honest, Li Song would rather do business with these people than with the local Africans!

Because they are locals, and they might be the president of the country today, but they could be ousted tomorrow!
Therefore, when doing business with people from that region, you need to be prepared for things to change at any time.

"No problem at all."

"I believe in the qualities of nobility!"

“Since Mr. William has arrived early, I will make the decision. Mr. William can take one batch of products first, and when the second batch arrives, he can pay for the first batch!” Li Song said generously.

Of course, this number cannot be too large.

"Li, thank you!" William was surprised that Li Song agreed so easily, and that the other party even said he believed in the quality of the nobility!
William is actually on the verge of bankruptcy because of the huge inheritance tax he has to pay!

If inheritance tax is not paid, then farms, ranches, and wineries will all be auctioned off!

These European nobles have been exploited by inheritance taxes generation after generation.

"Of course, I'm currently working on a novel and researching Western aristocracy!" Li Song blurted out.
Because Li Song thought of the game World of Warcraft, he could write two novels first, adapt them into comics, animations or movies, and then adapt them into a game.

"Then I must read Mr. Li's masterpiece." All the rhetoric William had prepared seemed useless in front of Li Song!
William prepared a long list of arguments, both to prove his connections and to demonstrate how unreliable Africa was!
But none of them were used!

"Of course, it would be a pleasure to do business with you!" Li Song shook hands with the other party and then left!
The first day of the dealer conference was spent visiting the products and negotiating with Li Song.

Li Song did not accept any interviews today. He arrived at Taikoo Shing in the evening, and Ah Lin has now officially started recording the program.

Phoenix TV is preparing to launch its programming for Christmas, so the station is currently in the midst of intensive recording.

Phoenix TV is advertising in newspapers that they're offering a million-dollar prize for a quiz show, and they're also promoting The Voice!

The small size of Hong Kong Island has its advantages; an advertisement placed in a newspaper can spread throughout the entire island on the same day.

The number of people who have registered for the auditions for The Voice of China has exceeded two thousand.

The first live recording will be in Kowloon, a few days from now, because Li Song will be there.

Li Song's main purpose in coming to the scene was to increase popularity.

The next day, the dealer conference officially began the bidding process, which meant that each dealer in each region started bidding.

BMW Motorrad will categorize participants into different tiers based on the amount of their bid deposit, and the tier will determine the amount of goods shipped!

Of course, we had discussed it with Li Song in advance, and some special terms would be signed later!
To Li Song's surprise, the European market was quite competitive!
Because the European market is a mature market, and also because Europe is divided into two major regions: Eastern Europe and Western Europe!

Because the country is too small, it is not possible to establish an exclusive distribution agreement.

In Africa, several countries are packaged together, mainly based on their former colonial status with Western countries.
The competition is quite fierce, but there are no local distributors in these countries; they are all distributors from Europe!
In addition, competition is also fierce in South America, such as Argentina, Brazil, and Chile, because these places have large populations.

Another issue is the transportation situation in South America, especially in places like Chile, where many areas are mountainous.

Over the next two days, Parkson signed contracts with 32 exclusive distributors, with a total guarantee amount of US$28 million. However, only a little over US$10 million was actually received. This was because some of these were specially lobbied by Li Song, and these individuals signed special terms that allowed them to take the goods first and then receive payment later!

(End of this chapter)