Nominal: The Handong Game, the Energy System's Counterattack

Vice Minister Peng stood up, saluted, then took out a document and cleared his throat:

"Comrades, on behalf of the Ministry of Public Security, I hereby issue the following report regarding the major public safety hazard case at Dafeng Factory in Jingzhou City, Handong Province—"

Minister Peng directly recounted the investigation results of the case involving the Dafeng Factory, which seriously endangered public safety.

His voice wasn't loud, but every word was clearly delivered to everyone's ears.

Luo Junzhen and his team have thoroughly investigated this case, and Minister Peng has explained the details of all the individuals involved.

It was stated that all those involved in the case, whether officials from Handong Province or others, have been transferred to the procuratorate for review and prosecution in accordance with the law.

When Minister Peng was saying these things, our Secretary Sha's expression was not very good.

Because his Uncle Chen was also mentioned, many people secretly looked at Sha Ruijin.

After finishing his remarks, Minister Peng announced the Ministry of Public Security's commendation decisions.

"After deliberation by the Party Committee of the Ministry of Public Security, it has been decided to commend the units and individuals who have made outstanding contributions in handling the major public safety incident at Dafeng Factory in Jingzhou City."

The Ministry of Public Security issued a commendation within the national public security system to the special task force investigating the major public safety hazards posed by the Dafeng Factory.

"I recommend that the Public Security Department of Handong Province award the special task force a collective second-class merit." At this point, Minister Peng looked at Qi Tongwei.

Upon hearing this, Qi Tongwei finally realized that he had been invited to this expanded meeting of the Standing Committee.

It's to get him to sign the document recognizing his achievements for the task force later; this is to bring him here to receive the notification.

"It is recommended that the Handong Provincial Public Security Department award Comrade Luo Junzhen, head of the special task force investigating the major public safety hazards posed by the Dafeng Factory and deputy director of the Handong Provincial Public Security Department, a second-class merit."

"Comrade Jiang Huamin of the Fire Brigade, awarded a Second-Class Merit."

"Comrade Cheng Du, Director of the Guangming District Branch, is awarded a third-class merit."

"Notification from Fire Department XXX: Individual awarded Third-Class Merit."

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After Vice Minister Peng finished reading, a round of applause broke out in the conference room.

However, amidst the enthusiastic applause, Qi Tongwei's expression turned extremely ugly.

This case isn't particularly big or small; it doesn't qualify for a first-class merit, but it would be enough for a second-class merit.

However, the Ministry of Public Security is not qualified to award a second-class merit; we can only suggest that the Handong Provincial Department apply for it.

Minister Peng was merely representing the ministry in giving suggestions to the Public Security Bureau.

However, the Public Security Department of Handong Province dared not refuse this suggestion.

Luo Junzhen was awarded a second-class merit, which means that his capital has become more substantial and his status in the public security system will be further elevated.

Qi Tongwei's performance as the director of the Public Security Bureau during the Dafeng Factory incident was disastrous.

It's good enough that he wasn't criticized by his superiors. This time, having him attend the Standing Committee meeting is a way of telling him, as the head of the department, that when others are about to give him credit, he shouldn't mess around.

Gao Yuliang clapped a beat slower than the others, and although he had a smile on his face, his eyes were a little unfocused.

Luo Junzhen's meritorious service was something he had anticipated when Governor Liu mentioned reporting the matter to the Ministry of Public Security.

Not only did Luo Junzhen and Jiang Huamin perform meritorious service, but even the branch director of Chengdu, who had always been relatively unknown, performed meritorious service.

This appears to be a commendation for those who performed outstandingly in the Dafeng Factory incident, but its significance is different when Vice Minister Zhang is present.

Given the current situation, he could almost imagine that the upcoming personnel arrangements would not be good news either.

After Vice Minister Peng finished reading, Vice Minister Zhang stood up.

The air in the conference room seemed to freeze instantly.

Vice Minister Zhang's voice was steady, solemn, and unhurried: "Comrades, on behalf of the Organization Department of the Central Committee, I will read out the above decision regarding personnel arrangements in Handong Province—"

He paused for a moment, and the entire conference room was so quiet you could hear a pin drop.

"I have been entrusted by the higher authorities to announce this important personnel decision on behalf of the higher command."

"The Dafeng Factory incident has occurred in Handong Province, and the tasks of rectifying Party conduct and building a clean government, promoting major projects, and maintaining social stability are arduous."

"Based on a comprehensive assessment of the actual situation in Handong, in order to maintain the continuity and stability of the work of the Handong Provincial Government."

"To ensure the orderly implementation of key tasks such as anti-corruption efforts, economic development, and people's livelihood protection."

"It has been decided that Comrade Liu Wenzhong will continue to serve as Deputy Secretary of the Hantong Provincial Party Committee and Governor of the Hantong Provincial People's Government, with his term of office extended by one term."

"It is hoped that Comrade Liu Wenzhong will shoulder his political responsibilities and cooperate with the Handong Provincial Party Committee, led by Comrade Sha Ruijin, in carrying out various tasks."

"Strictly abide by discipline and rules, fully cooperate with the province's anti-corruption work, and earnestly carry out various government administrative management, economic operation, and people's livelihood and safety work."

"Leaders at all levels in Handong must consciously obey the decisions made above, unite their efforts, perform their duties and responsibilities, and ensure the overall stability of Handong."

"The reading is complete."

As Vice Minister Zhang finished speaking, the meeting room seemed to be put on pause.

Everyone looked at Governor Liu, at his jet-black hair.

Now everyone understands that it wasn't self-consolation before retirement, but rather the high spirits of someone who remained in office.

Gao Yuliang's pupils suddenly contracted, and he gently turned his head to glance at Li Dakang beside him.

Li Dakang's face stiffened, and he unconsciously clenched his fists.

Wu Chunlin suddenly raised his head, a complex look flashing in his eyes.

Although Sha Ruijin was mentally prepared, he was still shocked at this moment.

Governor Liu will remain in office!

This means that the leadership of the Handong Provincial Government will continue to be dominated by Governor Liu.

As the provincial party secretary, Sha Ruijin must partner with Governor Liu to jointly govern Handong.

Li Dakang's dream of becoming the provincial governor was completely shattered.

clap clap clap...

Zhou Chuyi, who already knew the outcome, was the first to applaud, followed by Executive Vice Governor He Zhenhui, who clapped enthusiastically as well.

Soon, the entire conference room erupted in enthusiastic applause.

Governor Liu stood up with a smile and greeted everyone.

Only then did Liu Kaihe understand why Li Dakang had been so sarcastic and mocking him earlier.

What "Shali pairing"?

The conversation between Minister Zhang and Li Dakang earlier was not a pre-appointment talk; it was probably a reprimand or admonishment of Li Dakang by the representative.

Liu Kaihe was initially somewhat indignant about Li Dakang's mockery of Luzhou for not having an airport, but now he doesn't care at all.

After the applause subsided, Minister Zhang took out another document.

"Given the management problems of the public security system in Handong Province exposed in the major public safety incident at Dafeng Factory in Jingzhou City."

"With the recommendation of the Ministry of Public Security and the approval of higher authorities, personnel adjustments have been made to the Jingzhou Municipal Public Security Bureau."

"Zhao Donglai, the former director of the Jingzhou Municipal Public Security Bureau, has been placed under investigation for serious leadership responsibilities, and the relevant case has been transferred to the judicial authorities for further investigation."

"Upon recommendation by the Ministry of Public Security, Comrade Wu Xiongfei, Mayor of Jingzhou, made the request."

"Comrade Qin Jinhui was appointed as the Vice Mayor of Jingzhou Municipal People's Government and Director of Jingzhou Municipal Public Security Bureau, with an administrative rank of Director-General."

A low murmur arose in the conference room.

Qin Jinhui—the one Vice Minister Peng brought—stood up and saluted everyone as a greeting.

Zhou Chuyi looked at Qin Jinhui with amusement; he hadn't expected that the person who came to Handong would be him.

When Zhou Chuyi looked at Qin Jinhui, he also noticed that Qi Tongwei's expression was very unpleasant.

Now, the public security system in Handong Province finally has a proper public security bureau chief.

If this news gets out, the entire public security system in Handong will surely be jubilant.

Not only did Qi Tongwei look unwell, but Gao Yuliang also felt a little bitter.

The deputy mayor of Jingzhou City, who also serves as the director of the public security bureau, is at the ministerial level—which is consistent with the typical configuration of a public security bureau director in a sub-provincial city.

But the key point is that this person was parachuted in from outside; he was directly sent by the Ministry of Public Security.

But what chilled Gao Yuliang to the bone was yet to come.

Vice Minister Zhang's voice continued, "Upon recommendation by the Ministry of Public Security, Comrade Jiang Renchao, Executive Vice Director of the Public Security Department of Handong Province, is proposed to be appointed as Vice President of the Handong Branch of the Police Association (at the ministerial level)."

"Comrade Luo Junzhen, former Deputy Director of the Public Security Department of Handong Province, has been appointed as Executive Deputy Director of the Public Security Department of Handong Province, and his rank has been promoted to the level of Director-General."

Luo Junzhen, who had just received the Second-Class Merit Medal, stood up and gave everyone a standard military salute.

The murmurs in the meeting room grew louder.

Gao Yuliang's hand holding the teacup trembled slightly, and the tea sloshed around the rim of the cup.

Qin Jinhui, who was parachuted in, is the director of the Jingzhou Municipal Public Security Bureau, at the level of a full-fledged department head.

Luo Junzhen was appointed as the Executive Deputy Director-General, at the ministerial level.

Qi Tongwei, the director, was only a full-fledged department head.

The entire public security system of Handong Province suddenly gained two more leaders with actual provincial-level positions.