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Chapter 1166 - Chapter 1166 Chapter 1122 Nie Zhenbangs Speech

Chapter 1166: Chapter 1122: Nie Zhenbang’s Speech Chapter 1166: Chapter 1122: Nie Zhenbang’s Speech From Ancient City to Jinan City, the journey was all on the expressway. In line with Nie Zhenbang’s preference, they traveled light without police escorts or a grand motorcade; just two Jinlong business vans made up the transport. The front van carried Nie Zhenbang, Liu Xiaomin, Zhang Yongjun, and their respective staff–a total of ten people in one vehicle. In the following business van were the journalists sent by the Publicity Department and security officers dispatched by the Provincial Public Security Department.

Looking at the scenery outside the window, Nie Zhenbang appeared to be in high spirits, smiling as he said, “Our Longxi’s traffic construction is quite impressive, isn’t it?”

As soon as he finished speaking, Zhang Yongjun also smiled and said, “Secretary Nie has a discerning eye. With regards to the development of transportation, the internal planning of the province is indeed very good. When Secretary Shang Zhi and Governor Qiu He were in office, Longxi formulated a ‘three verticals and three horizontals’ expressway network layout. Now, every prefecture-level city in the province is connected by highway, which has greatly facilitated economic development within the province.”

Nie Zhenbang did not contradict Zhang Yongjun’s words, showing an ambivalent attitude; he seemed very calm, simply nodding slightly and saying, “To prosper, first build roads–the development of transportation is a booster for economic growth. Comrades Shang Zhi and Qiu He had foresight. This approach is undoubtedly correct.”

On the surface, Nie Zhenbang and Zhang Yongjun were engaged in conversation, but it was discernible that Nie Zhenbang was not very enthusiastic about Zhang Yongjun.

After a while, the atmosphere grew somber, and Nie Zhenbang stopped talking, looking out the window, his thoughts shifted to the issues facing Jinan City.

The problems with Zhao Group of Jinan City were neither big nor small, but now that they had reached President Qiao, they were no longer trivial matters.

It could be said with certainty that the matter with the Zhao Clan Group had already been settled the moment President Qiao called him over.

An investigation was certain, as was action; however, the present issue was how to investigate and where to start–these details mattered.

He was transferred to Longxi, where the Zhao family was just an incidental concern; the primary concern was the central government’s planning and expectations for the development of the Western Region.

Moreover, the mentality of the members of Longxi Province’s provincial committee leadership was another issue Nie Zhenbang could not ignore.

From the current situation, it was evident that the Zhao Clan Group was thriving exceedingly well.

Inspecting Jinan City was indeed directed at the Zhao family, yet how to proceed and where to commence the inquiry remained questions.

One could imagine that during his inspection, the Zhao family would not act rashly but would instead show all kinds of cooperation. People were not fools; newly appointed, his first stop was Jinan City, making it clear to others what he was there for. At this time, they would certainly not provide any leads willingly.

It was impossible to directly target the Zhao Clan Group upon arrival, or else he would be seen as a mad dog himself. Picking trouble out of nowhere with a company would impact him negatively if word spread.

Furthermore, under the manipulation of those with hidden agendas, it could potentially blow up into a significant issue.

Subsequently, Nie Zhenbang had a brief conversation with Liu Xiaomin and Zhang Yongjun, listening to an overview of the provincial matters they presented before the vehicle fell into silence once more.

“Secretary, Secretary.”

Nie Zhenbang, who was originally resting with his eyes closed, opened his eyes upon hearing these calls, and Liu Xiaomin, smiling beside him, said, “Secretary, we’ve arrived in Jinan City.”

Hearing Liu Xiaomin’s words, Nie Zhenbang looked up; they had entered the toll station, and ahead, a motorcade was already waiting on the roadside with a group of neatly lined-up individuals standing beside the vehicles, looking in their direction.

The man leading the group, about fifty years old with a neatly styled comb-back haircut and short-sleeved shirt, stood impeccably at the forefront.

The motorcade came to a slow halt by the side of the road. As the car door opened, Nie Zhenbang stepped out first, followed by Liu Xiaomin on his left and Zhang Yongjun on his right. The accompanying reporters had already set up and started shooting.

Liu Xiaomin introduced on the side, “Secretary Nie, this is Comrade Ma Zhongxiong, the municipal party secretary of Jinan City. Next to him is Mayor Chen Zhaotong.”

Nie Zhenbang was also sizing up Ma Zhongxiong, who seemed to be in his early fifties. The man looked very spirited, with a smile on his face. He was slightly overweight, resembling a Maitreya. Such a person, Nie Zhenbang thought, clearly lacked the aura of ruthlessness and decisiveness. It was no wonder that the Zhao Clan Group had been so unruly.

Next to Ma Zhongxiong, Mayor Chen Zhaotong appeared quite inconspicuous. He looked to be in his mid-fifties, with salt-and-pepper hair. His clothes were simple, still the old-fashioned sturdy shirt. His skin was darkened. Had it not been for the circumstance, one would never have guessed that he was the mayor of a city.

Approaching them, Nie Zhenbang smiled and said, “Comrade Zhongxiong, Mayor Zhaotong, you have worked hard.”

As his words fell, Ma Zhongxiong seemed extremely excited, gripping Nie Zhenbang’s hand warmly, “Secretary Nie, you are too kind. It’s no trouble at all.”

After shaking hands only with Ma Zhongxiong and Chen Zhaotong, Nie Zhenbang turned and said, “Comrade Zhongxiong, I think it’s better to head to the municipal party committee first. It’s not good to stand by the roadside like this. Let’s go to the city together, and you and Mayor Zhaotong can join me in my car.”

This invitation clearly delighted Ma Zhongxiong and Chen Zhaotong. Being chosen by Secretary Nie to share a ride indicated that Nie Zhenbang was in a good mood.

The motorcade started again, and Nie Zhenbang continued to survey the cityscape of Jinan City, which looked much cleaner and prettier than when he had come before assuming his post in Longxi. The streets were adorned with colorful flags, and each intersection had fresh flowers and green plants on display.

Nie Zhenbang wasn’t surprised by this; it was inevitable. Knowing he would come for an inspection, the local officials would naturally make arrangements. He would have done the same for an inspection from higher authorities in Longxi.

The car entered the courtyard of the Jinan City municipal party committee. Upon disembarking, at Nie Zhenbang’s request, the group went straight to the meeting room of the Jinan City party committee.

At that moment, Nie Zhenbang took the chair at the head of the table, with Liu Xiaomin and Zhang Yongjun by his side. It was time for Ma Zhongxiong to present the work report on behalf of Jinan City.

“Last year, our city’s GDP reached over 50 billion yuan, with agriculture accounting for 51 percent, industry for 32 percent, and the tertiary sector for 17 percent. In the development of the private economy, our city focuses on the renowned provincial privateenterprise, the Zhao Clan Group, as the main body to vigorously develop a diversified economy and increase efforts to attract investment…”

Nie Zhenbang listened meticulously and seriously, but as Ma Zhongxiong’s report proceeded, Nie Zhenbang’s brow furrowed.

Judging by GDP proportions, Jinan City was indisputably an agricultural city. If he remembered correctly, last year, Longxi’s GDP had surpassed the trillion-yuan mark. Among Longxi’s ten cities, Jinan City’s 50 billion could only rank at the bottom.

Not to mention comparing with the Ancient Capital, even Shian City was far ahead. Moreover, the report revealed that Jinan City’s efforts to attract investment were hugely hindered by the existence of the Zhao Clan Group. As a local hegemon, the Zhao Clan Group had undoubtedly become a cancer in the development of Jinan City. Without outside capital daring to enter, how could Jinan’s development be discussed?

After pondering for a moment, Nie Zhenbang cleared his throat. The gesture made everyone sit up straight. Everyone understood that Secretary Nie was about to speak.

Looking around at everyone, Nie Zhenbang’s expression was very serious as he began to speak, “Just now, I listened to Secretary Zhongxiong’s work report. Overall, it shows steady progress. The general trend is good. But this is not enough. The economy of Jinan City is primarily agricultural. The serious lagging behind of industry and the tertiary sector has dragged down the overall development of Jinan City. Regarding the issue of the Zhao Clan Group, I believe that it’s insufficient for a region to rely solely on a certain state-owned enterprise or private enterprise as its pillar and support. Jinan City must, in its future work, further increase the introduction and protection of foreign investment. Competition brings motivation. A thriving multitude of flowers and contending schools of thought is the hard truth.”

This statement changed the expressions of both Ma Zhongxiong and Chen Zhaotong, as Secretary Nie’s words weighed heavily and the message was clear. It was an implicit warning to Jinan City, and a sign of dissatisfaction with the Zhao Clan Group.

Recalling the reputation and notoriety of the Zhao Clan Group, Ma Zhongxiong and Chen Zhaotong’s faces revealed a bitter smile. It seemed Secretary Nie came prepared.

Next to them, Zhang Yongjun’s face also revealed a complex expression. Naturally, this did not escape Nie Zhenbang’s notice and after a pause, he stood up and said, “Let’s end the report here. What follows, I will leave to the arrangement of Jinan City’s comrades.” (To be continued. If you like this work, you are welcome to vote for recommendation tickets and monthly tickets at . Your support is my greatest motivation.)

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