Nominal: Who isn't a son-in-law?

September of the same year.

The weather in Handong was already very hot at that time.

On this day, after a meeting, as arranged...

That afternoon, Chu Shijun visited and investigated the headquarters of the new energy project located in Guangming District, Jingzhou.

Accompanied by the provincial party committee research team, they visited the headquarters' cultural development, toured the new energy enterprise's headquarters exhibition hall and intelligent production workshop, and listened to reports from the enterprise's leaders on capacity planning, technological breakthroughs, market layout, and project implementation progress.

Chu Shijun pointed out that new energy is a strategic track and also the core lever and key growth driver for the industrial transformation and conversion of old and new growth drivers in Handong Province.

The new energy sector has a long-term vision, is rooted in Jingzhou, and radiates to Lüzhou, driving development in the west. It has a solid foundation, a long-term perspective, and a solid implementation. The projects are progressing rapidly, with high-quality technology and strong industrial chain driving force. It has laid a good foundation for the upgrading of the province's manufacturing industry and green and low-carbon development, which is commendable.

Chu Shijun pointed out that Jingzhou City serves as the core of the province's new energy industry headquarters, innovation hub, and high-end manufacturing center. Leveraging the provincial capital's scientific and technological resources, talent advantages, and convenient transportation location, it focuses on cutting-edge technology research and development…

As an industrial supporting cluster and a large-scale production and energy storage base, Lüzhou should make good use of its advantages in land space, energy consumption capacity, and industrial park facilities to undertake supporting production capacity...

Chu Shijun made demands on relevant provincial officials: all relevant departments in the province should provide proactive services and precise support; the Development and Reform Commission, the Industry and Information Technology Bureau, the Energy Bureau, and the Natural Resources Bureau should tailor policies around the new energy industry and focus their efforts precisely on energy consumption indicators, land use guarantees, approval speed, financing support, and policy implementation…

Finally, Chu Shijun emphasized that new energy is not only a green industry, but also a real economy and a future industry. He hoped that enterprises would take root in Handong, cultivate Handong deeply, steadily expand investment, expand capacity and improve quality, and build a regional benchmark new energy industry base.

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Afterwards, the group visited a workshop and observed the production process of a car on site.

"Secretary Chu, our speed has now completely stabilized. From raw materials to finished vehicle, we have basically achieved..." the person in charge introduced.

"Yes, speed isn't the priority; safety measures are the most important."

Chu Shijun nodded slightly and pointed to the workers in the distance, saying, "The workers' treatment, safety measures, and living conditions must be in place."

"Rest assured, we have always strictly implemented the directives of the Provincial Party Committee and can withstand scrutiny!"

The person in charge patted his chest confidently.

This is right under our noses. In addition, the discipline inspection commission and other systems have been operating at high efficiency almost all year. The discipline inspection commission teams stationed in enterprises are rotated every month. They investigate from top to bottom. Who would dare to make a mistake?

After watching for a while, the group went outside.

Chu Shijun stood opposite him and said in a deep voice, "I'll offer a clear direction."

Everyone quickly took out their notebooks and pens, ready to take careful notes.

"Last month, I went to Zheergen Province for research and investigation. They are making every effort to improve road accessibility, and some other areas are doing the same. However, this is not enough. Having roads but no cars is not enough. In some places, people are waiting for a few buses to come to the city every day or every two or three days. In some places, there are no buses at all, and people have to walk."

"Therefore, I propose that the promotion and application of new products and new models should adhere to the principle of piloting in the public sector first, starting with buses. Some people in mountainous areas rely on buying agricultural products and have to get up early and work late to go to the city. By conducting research based on the actual situation in the region and arranging suitable buses, this problem can be alleviated to some extent."

"Some places have done this very well, with dedicated subway lines that allow people to take their agricultural products to the city to sell. We should learn from that."

"As a province with a strong economy, Handong should also have this responsibility and take action, and have a big-picture perspective."

"First, in the western mountainous areas, remote counties, and underdeveloped townships with weak infrastructure, transportation conditions are poor, operating costs are high, and financial pressure is heavy. The new energy buses, rural minibuses, and short-distance commuter vehicles produced by enterprises should be prioritized for deployment in these underdeveloped areas."

"The province will coordinate special subsidies and supporting operation and maintenance policies. Enterprises will offer affordable pricing and customized models that are suitable for mountain roads, energy-saving, durable, and easy to maintain, so that people in remote mountainous areas can also ride in quiet, stable, and cost-effective new energy vehicles."

"With the pilot program a success, we will gradually contact governments in less developed regions and roll it out nationwide!"

"The value of technology should not only serve bustling urban areas, but also address shortcomings and bridge gaps."

'Pa pa pa pa'

After everyone finished writing, they quickly applauded.

"Secretary Chu, your words are profound. Your visionary perspective and sense of the big picture are something we should all learn from!" said Li Dakang, the secretary of the Jingzhou Municipal Party Committee who accompanied the group.

Sun Liancheng had just opened his mouth when his words were interrupted.

Chu Shijun glanced at him and said, "Don't just talk the talk, walk the walk."

"Yes, rest assured, Jingzhou City will definitely take the lead in studying and implementing this."

Li Dakang assured him.

At that moment, he was full of energy.

Now, his disciplinary period has ended, and he is in a three- to six-month probationary period following the disciplinary period.

However, it will most likely be three months, because Jingzhou has done well since the beginning of the year. With the steady progress of new energy and the Guangming project that he was originally in charge of, the development is visible to the naked eye, and the figures for the first two quarters are very impressive.

Moreover, both children are now over six months old, and the eldest daughter is in college. With a son and a daughter, life is full of hope.

"Um."

Chu Shijun did not stay any longer and ended the research trip.

……

One month later, in the golden autumn of October.

Chu Shijun officially celebrated his birthday on the fifth day of the ninth lunar month, turning forty-nine years old.

A week after my birthday.

A joint inspection team from the Organization Department and the Discipline Inspection Commission officially entered Handong and Baiyun districts to conduct a two-week inspection.

On the Handong side, Sun Zhengchu was still leading the team.

Just like last time, he only stayed for three days, after talking with Chu Shijun.

Zhong Zhenguo was responsible for the subsequent work of the Organization Department.

This time, it truly is a case of some rejoicing while others grieve.

The one who was worried was Tian Guofu.

Because he was among the candidates selected for this assessment.

He knew perfectly well that he wasn't about to be promoted, but rather about to go and applaud.

After much pleading and gratitude, Luo Xiehua from the Discipline Inspection Commission gave him some pointers, saying that he hadn't done a good job before, but this year he had been doing moderately well, but that was it. Some of his colleagues in the leadership team had raised some opinions about him during the conversation.

Therefore, Tian Guofu has been going to Chu Shijun's office every day to report on his work performance. He doesn't ask for anything else, he just hopes that he won't be applauded so soon, or even be transferred.

No one knows the final outcome yet.

However, the other deputy secretaries of the Provincial Commission for Discipline Inspection and the staff could all see that Tian Guofu had been somewhat sullen these past two days. He was no longer attending meetings to understand the spirit of the meeting, and he was pushing everything to Mei Youming to take charge, while he himself went into seclusion and reduced his presence.

Soon after, in January of the following year, Sun Zhengchu returned to Handong to announce the appointment.