My girlfriend is from 1949

"Do you really think there's anything good at this so-called 'trade fair'?"

"I heard on the radio that they were advertising televisions and radios."

"Yes, I heard that too. No tickets are needed to buy things today!"

"However, I heard that these things are all made in China."

"Is it that Eastern country that's still at war?"

"People who have been there say they are very backward and have almost no technology."

"Can the products manufactured in such a backward country really be used?"

"I don't know, but their candy isn't sweet."

"Only the tea mug and washbasin are alright."

"Hahaha……!"

Several young men and women lined up, discussing the trade fair that evening with great interest.

However, their frivolous smiles revealed a clear disdain.

Moreover, one can clearly sense a sense of superiority about him.

They look down on a country that has almost no technology and relies solely on their aid and assistance.

The young woman looked disgusted when she mentioned candy.

She bought some imported candy from China a few months ago, but the bland taste made her lose interest immediately.

Unfortunately, due to the Cold War, the two sides have completely severed trade ties.

So I can no longer buy the cola and candy I used to like.

In addition, the Soviet Union focused on heavy industry and vigorously developed its military, which caused a serious imbalance in light industrial products.

Of course, some items that are officially prohibited from sale can still be bought on the black market.

However, the price is several times higher than the normal price.

After all, it's illegal; who would do it if there wasn't enough profit?

However, the black market price is too high. A bottle of Coke, which is only supplied to high-ranking officials, has an official low price of 20 kopeks.

However, once it enters the black market, it can fetch as much as 1 ruble!

However, even if it's available on the black market, people usually won't buy it at a high price unless it's something they urgently need.

So when we heard there was a trade fair with affordable prices, we all came to join in the fun.

As more and more people gathered, the scene became 20,000 to 30,000 people!

As far as the eye could see, there was a sea of ​​black heads.

Fortunately, there were enough military and police personnel on site, otherwise there would have been a huge mess!

On a high-rise building next to the square, Du Hengtai and Victor stood on the balcony, looking down at the dense crowd below.

Victor stroked his long beard and remarked with emotion, "It's been a long time since we've had a parade this lively!"

As a senior member of the business department, whether for work or for personal reasons, I have to be here keeping an eye on things tonight.

We also need to assess the reach of Chinese products.

If the people don't like it, then we'll have to reduce imports in the future.

The cooperation between the two countries is not a case of China supplying goods and the Soviet Union settling accounts after the goods are sold.

Instead, they pay a deposit first, and then pay the balance upon delivery.

That approach won't work here; it won't appeal to future generations.

Otherwise, if China simply shrugged and said, "We're out of money," it would be enough to drive the Soviet Union crazy.

This will not only affect the domestic supply of light industrial products, but may also force the younger brother to change his development path.

The last thing we want to see is someone developing military power to plunder when they have no money.

It's like turning a docile kitten into a man-eating tiger.

The saying "How can one tolerate another snoring beside one's bed?" applies to both China and the world.

The older brother doesn't want to see his neighbor become too powerful and pose a threat to him!

Moreover, the influx of a large number of goods can also play a role in maintaining social stability.

Du Hengtai smiled and said, "The three-day trade fair is to help the Soviet people understand China, shed their rigid ideas, and accept our products. It is also a manifestation of the friendship between the two peoples."

This trade fair is a form of promotion.

The intention was not to make money, but to get the Soviet people to abandon their old stereotypes and let them know that the new China is different from the past!

The two stood on the balcony, smoking and chatting.

Knock knock knock~!

Suddenly, the clock tower emitted a clear, resounding sound that echoed throughout the city.

The ringing of the bell also signifies the official start of the trade fair!

The military police guarding the entrance pushed aside the roadblocks blocking the gate.

The surging crowd began to pour in through the sluice gate like a flood.

At the same time, as the bells stopped ringing, rhythmic music filled the hall again.

"Lamb skewers, lamb skewers, so delicious lamb skewers!"

The unpretentious GG, accompanied by rhythmic music, echoed in the air.

The first few stalls at the entrance sell lamb skewers.

Skewered on bamboo sticks, chunks of succulent lamb tumble on the grill.

The barbecue chef had received specialized training and his skills were incredibly proficient.

He had at least two hundred skewers of lamb in his hand, which he turned rhythmically on the grill.

Every now and then, flames would rise up, enhancing the overall atmosphere.

Moreover, all of these barbecue chefs were wearing matching chef uniforms.

The people helping out around the room were all wearing the same hotel staff uniforms.

It looks both formal and hygienic.

Such a grand undertaking is meant to send a signal to the outside world.

Let the Soviet people see with their own eyes that the Chinese are just as hygienic, civilized, and polite as they are.

This serves as a way to correct foreigners' views and witness the spirit and energy of the Chinese people!

This is similar to the modern approach of opening up tourism to foreigners, allowing them to come to China and see for themselves, thus breaking the information cocoon of Europe and America.

The air was filled with the aroma of cumin and meat.

The moment I stepped inside, I was immediately bombarded with flavors.

Many people couldn't help but swallow as they smelled the aroma in the air and saw the glistening meat skewers.

They had never seen such fragrant roasted lamb before!

Children, in particular, drool when they see the fragrant lamb skewers.

Many people stopped in their tracks, their faces showing some hesitation.

However, I breathed a sigh of relief after seeing the price on the sign.

The price is very affordable, making it easily accessible.

In an instant, the six lamb skewer stalls that had been set up were packed with people.

They waved their banknotes, scrambling to buy.

Fortunately, the organizers had anticipated this situation and had contingency plans in place.

There were many military and police personnel at the scene who immediately stepped forward to maintain order.

The chaotic scene was only brought under control when everyone lined up.

Many people held lamb skewers in their hands and started eating them heartily.

The rich aroma filled the air, and a look of ecstasy appeared on their faces.

The delicious lamb skewers made them instantly fall in love with Chinese food.

Besides roasted lamb, the stalls next to it also sell beef, roasted oysters, and meat skewers such as chicken cartilage skewers.

With lamb skewers opening up the market, people started buying other ingredients as well.

The food section, which is concentrated in one area, is actually full of frozen goods that can be bought in modern supermarkets.

In the future, the Soviet Union's imports will actually all come from modern sources.

This can be seen as the support that the new China has given to modern industries.

Ivan ate his meat skewers with gusto, his gaze involuntarily drifting towards the source of the sound.

His hand holding the meat skewer paused, and a look of surprise appeared on his face!

"That...that is...!"