In name only: I will break the chess game in Handong

As for other aspects, Chen Luo was too lazy to mention them, as continuing to engage in empty talk was pointless.

Half an hour later, both sides held a joint press conference to announce the results of the talks.

The three-month ceasefire was driven by the practical interests of both countries; in fact, whether or not to negotiate was the general trend.

Both China and the United States are intelligent people; they can compete and fight, but they cannot allow others to take advantage of them.

After resting for another night, Chen Luo and his two companions set off to return to China the next day.

At the boarding gate, Blinken and Sullivan came to see him off. After some pleasantries, Sullivan suddenly looked at Chen Luo.

"Mr. Chen, I have a feeling we'll meet again soon!"

Chen Luo smiled upon hearing this and shook hands with him.

“Mr. Sullivan, it’s not difficult to meet again, but it’s difficult to maintain the same calm mindset next time we meet.”

"I believe I will!"

"Haha, see you next time!"

Once on the plane, Chen Luo, Director Yang, and Minister Yi all breathed a long sigh of relief. To be honest, the three-day, two-night meeting was quite tiring.

With his tense nerves relaxed, Chen Luo even took off his tie and suit, and gulped down his tea in one go, showing no regard for manners whatsoever.

"Comrade Chen Luo, how have you been these past three days?"

Director Yang asked with a smile, while Chen Luo pursed his lips.

"Director Yang, to be honest, dealing with foreigners is like making glutinous rice cakes in Southwest China. You take turns hammering them, and the problem is that they're sticky."

"That's a very vivid analogy!"

Actually, only the United States is a bit difficult to deal with; other countries and regions tend to back down when facing us.

"I understand. The essence of diplomacy is a contest of comprehensive national strength. But speaking of this, Minister Yi, I have something to suggest to you."

Minister Yi was taken aback when the topic suddenly turned to him.

"Comrade Chen Luo, what is it?"

Chen Luo didn't mince words and made it clear directly.

"Minister Yi, I feel that some of our overseas staff are being somewhat lax in their work, especially those stationed in Afghanistan and the UAE!"

Chapter 514 Cleaning Up Trash, Like-minded People

Upon hearing this, Minister Yi gradually frowned.

"Comrade Chen Luo, is there anything wrong with the staff stationed in the three Afghan countries?"

Chen Luo paused for a moment, and Director Yang, seeing this, joked, "Comrade Chen Luo, just say what you want to say."

We're all gay.

There are more than 100 countries and regions in the world. Although the overseas assignments were arranged by Comrade Yiwu, you should know that Comrade Yiwu only has two eyes.

The work of handling exchanges between countries is already overwhelming, so it's normal for the embassy to sometimes neglect its own work.

I believe Comrade Yiwu is willing to hear your questions; solving problems is the true way to serve the people.

Upon hearing Director Yang's words, Minister Yi's expression softened, and he sighed, "Thank you for your understanding, Director Yang. Comrade Chen Luo, please feel free to speak freely about any problems with the embassy's work. I am not a petty person."

Chen Luo nodded, then took a deep breath.

"Minister Yi, as you know, my main job is currently responsible for domestic propaganda and network construction, which makes me quite sensitive to data."

In recent years, the number of inbound tourists has increased more than tenfold. You might think that the sudden increase is due to tourism, but the truth is quite the opposite.

These people are using work or study as pretexts; the number of tourists hasn't increased significantly compared to a few years ago.

"Is there more to this story?"

Minister Yi immediately realized something was wrong.

"Yes, there are big problems. I don't mean to be blindly xenophobic. We are willing to bring in truly talented people, but where are the talented people among those who come..."

Half of those who get jobs or education have low levels of education; can someone making roti on the street really be called a talent?

Countless others have used marriage as a means of staying in the country.

The result was that we didn't gain any talent, but instead got ourselves into a lot of trouble. These people didn't follow the rules or care about hygiene, making them difficult to manage, not to mention we ended up recruiting and teaching them.

"How embarrassing! The course content is how to win over only children from some of our wealthy areas."

"Comrade Chen Luo, now that you mention it, it really is a significant problem."

"Yes, the key issue is that the embassy did not do its job properly."

I checked and found that the staff stationed in India actually outsourced the review and processing work. This is simply ridiculous!

There are only three types of foreigners that we welcome in China: those who come to travel and spend money, those who are truly talented and come to work, and those who come for international exchange and learning.

When does it include unhygienic, unruly, and presumptuous people who dream of marrying a swan?

Do they deserve to reap the benefits without sowing?

After Chen Luo finished speaking, both Director Yang and Minister Yi fell silent.

Are these opportunists just Indians?

Obviously, it's more than that. The key lies in the three types of people Chen Luo mentioned. If visa processing is carried out according to these three types, the number of foreigners will definitely be halved!

"Comrade Chen Luo, if we implement it as you say, doesn't that imply a closed-door mentality?"

Director Yang suddenly said this.

Chen Luo pondered for a moment upon hearing this.

"Director Yang, I don't think so. It's mainly a difference in values."

Our national conditions are quite unique. Although we are now people-centered, certain ideas are still deeply rooted in some of our cadres.

I disagree with the idea that foreign relations should be conducted with benevolence and courtesy, and with love and compassion, so that the other party will recognize and admire you.

The world is a game of chess where people devour each other!

Human nature is complex. Most people fear authority more than morality. The more friendly you are, the more the other party will take advantage of you.

We cannot place our hopes on others; we need to regulate through systems and measure things by interests.

It's time to abandon that kind of mindset of creating hype and flattery; we can't keep suffering losses like this.

What we need to consider is how to strengthen our overall national power and how to make our own people live happier lives. As for the rest of the world…

Resources are finite. If they eat one more bite, our people will eat one less bite. I don't want us to keep being big benefactors and suckers.

After Chen Luo finished speaking, Director Yang and Minister Du Yi both exhaled a breath of stale air. In fact, how could they not know about this situation?

They're just pretending not to know.

"Comrade Chen Luo, I can't say your idea is wrong, but if it were to be implemented, the obstacles within the country would be considerable, and some people are just spineless."

Chen Luo nodded.

"Director Yang, Minister Yi, I don't want to get fat overnight. Changing this mindset requires long-term guidance. For example, we can start by controlling the source and keeping the garbage out."

What's considered trash in their own country can't suddenly become a hot commodity here; that's too embarrassing.

"I agree with that, Comrade Yiwu. Chen Luo is right. Garbage shouldn't become a hot commodity in China. Visa processing needs to be stricter."

We can't just let anyone in. Tourist visas require round-trip tickets, transit visas require timely departure, and study/work visas need to be carefully reviewed!

"Director Yang, don't worry, I'll arrange it as soon as I get back, and I'll make sure the garbage is kept out!"

After giving instructions to Minister Yi, Director Yang smiled and looked at Chen Luo, saying, "Comrade Chen Luo, no matter how you look at it, it's still a problem with the system. If you can get Chinese citizenship by marrying someone, it's hard for us to really stop those scoundrels."

"Director Yang, I..."

Before Chen Luo could speak, Director Yang shook his head.

"You don't need to continue. Just because something was applicable back then doesn't mean it's applicable now."

Policies need to be adjusted according to the domestic situation, and it's time for the marriage system to change as well.

You're still young, this isn't something for you to bring up. I'm retiring soon, and I'm not a coward!

"I'll bring it up if others dare not!"

Chen Luo fell silent, and Minister Yi also fell silent.

Director Yang just smiled, then patted Minister Yi on the shoulder, "After the New Year, you will be fully in charge of diplomatic work. I believe you can do it!"

He then patted Chen Luo on the shoulder.

"Comrade Chen Luo, we are not very familiar with each other, but I have a good impression of you. You dare to do and speak your mind, and most importantly, you only have our people in your heart."

You can go further in the future, but you must not rush. Take it slow. If ten years isn't enough, then twenty.

Don't worry, our nation is an ancient nation with a history spanning thousands of years, possessing resilience and wisdom that are unparalleled in the world.

They nodded, looked at each other, and then smiled.

We are comrades, sharing the same ideals and goals!

After a flight of more than ten hours, the plane landed smoothly. After getting off the plane, Chen Luo said goodbye to Director Yang and Minister Yi and left by car. After all, he was just there to make up the numbers and did not need to report the details and results of the talks to his superiors.

It was 4 p.m. when Chen Luo did not go to the Central Propaganda Department or the Cyberspace Administration of China, but went home instead.

Chapter 515 Chen Zhengxi, still the group's darling

It was already 5:30 pm when I got home.

The house was rather quiet. Chen Zhengshu and Li Xinyue did not return as usual, and Zhang Nian had also flown to Shanghai.

Only Chen Zhengxi was left in the family.

"dad!"

As soon as Chen Luo entered the courtyard, Chen Zhengxi blocked his way.

"Girl, what's the rush?"

Chen Luo hung his briefcase around Chen Zhengxi's neck and rubbed his temples.