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Chapter 1196 - Chapter 1196 Chapter 1152 The Resistance to Development

Chapter 1196: Chapter 1152: The Resistance to Development Chapter 1196: Chapter 1152: The Resistance to Development It was just another ordinary morning, the sun was shining brightly, and there was not a cloud in the sky. It was a little after eight in the morning. At the entrance of the courtyard of the Longxi Provincial Committee and Provincial Government, quite a few staff members were standing there in an orderly fashion on the steps.

At the gate, the camera crew and hosts from Longxi Province Station and reporters from the provincial newspaper were all stationed there. The young female host was speaking into the microphone, “Today, the Standing Committee member and Secretary of Longxi Provincial Committee, Comrade Nie Zhenbang, will set off for Jingcheng. According to information from our station, Secretary Nie’s trip to Jingcheng will involve consultations and negotiations with leaders from the National Development and Reform Commission, the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, the Ministry of Commerce, and other ministries concerning the implementation issues of the automobile city and Oil City projects. If successful, in accordance with the goals set by the Provincial Committee, the province’s economy will undergo earthshaking changes within three years…”

At nine o’clock sharp.

The elevators in the lobby of the Provincial Committee and Government office building suddenly opened, and all the leadership of the Standing Committee of Longxi Provincial Committee stepped out.

In the forefront, obviously, was Nie Zhenbang, with Liu Zhentao and Wang Benchang on either side. Nie Zhenbang’s face appeared extremely calm.

Just moments ago, a brief meeting had taken place in the Provincial Committee’s meeting room. The topic of the meeting focused on the three major projects, most importantly, the automobile city and Oil City projects. The Standing Committee had reached a unified understanding, which left Nie Zhenbang very satisfied.

“Governor Zhentao, I’ll leave the affairs of the province to you,” he turned his head, instructing Liu Zhentao.

Next to him, Liu Zhentao appeared very composed, nodding and saying, “Please rest assured, Secretary. I will call and report to you if there’s any situation.”

Liu Zhentao’s respectful attitude brought great satisfaction to Nie Zhenbang. It was common for some to play small tricks within the team when the top leader was away. However, Liu Zhentao’s attitude at this moment was unquestionably a commitment to Nie Zhenbang.

“Regarding the environmental protection fast-growing forest project at Pastoral Wood Industry Group, negotiations need to be expedited. The selection of tree species for the fast-growing forests must fully consider the conditions within our province. There also needs to be a detailed delineation of responsibilities and regulations with the Pastoral Wood Industry in terms of felling. Our main objective is to preserve the water and soil environment and increase the provincial forest coverage.”

Every time he traveled to the ministries, Nie Zhenbang was anxious and worried about the work back home, fearing any serious issues might arise. Such exhortations had become commonplace for him.

Looking at Liu Zhentao, Nie Zhenbang continued, “Regarding the tilt and incentives of policies, we should seriously consider environmentally friendly investments. In line with the national policies, we should not skimp on offering people the due benefits and policies. If we can’t plant a Chinese parasol tree well, we won’t attract the phoenix.”

In the meantime, the group had reached the gate. Below the steps, Nie Zhenbang’s official car was already waiting on the side. Nie Zhenbang’s character was well understood by the leaders throughout Longxi Province after nearly two months of working together; Secretary Zhenbang disliked fanfare and always favored simplicity. Therefore, the arrangement of the motorcade naturally adhered to the principle of keeping a low profile.

Next to the official car, Xia Gang quickly stepped forward and opened the car door.

Arriving at the car door, Nie Zhenbang turned around, shook hands with Liu Zhentao and the others who had come to see him off, and then got into the car.

After a flight of nearly two and a half hours from Qinyang Airport in Longxi Province, Nie Zhenbang and his entourage had already exited the airport around noon.

This trip to the ministries was accompanied by a very simple team. The Secretary-General of the Provincial Committee, Liu Xiaomin, was present. Then, the heads of the Provincial Industry and Information Technology Department and the Provincial Development and Reform Commission. After that, there were secretaries and general staff. The total number was kept within twelve people.

As soon as they stepped out of the airport, a fashionably dressed woman led three men walking toward them from a distance.

Seeing the group approaching, Liu Xiaomin’s face also revealed a smile, “Secretary, let me introduce you. The person coming over here is Comrade Qin Yanni, the director of our Longxi Province Jingcheng Office. Flanking Director Qin Yanni are the deputy directors of the Jingcheng Office, Comrades Huang Ganglie and Qiao Weiyi.”

Listening to Liu Xiaomin’s introduction, Nie Zhenbang was also sizing up Qin Yanni.

According to the level of the Jingcheng Office, the province-level offices are set at the bureau level, and the city-level offices are generally at the county or division level.

As the director of Longxi Province’s Jingcheng Office, Qin Yanni was undoubtedly a full-fledged bureau-level official. Judging by her age, she appeared to be around thirty.

Qin Yanni had a tall stature, roughly standing at 1.75 meters. Her features were very attractive, with a melon-seed shaped face. Big eyes, a delicate nose, and a face that wore a smile, she gave off a charming and captivating aura at all times.

Nie Zhenbang had some understanding of the information regarding the Longxi Province Liaison Office in Jingcheng. When coming to Jingcheng to handle affairs, the Liaison Office played a very important role. Even though Nie Zhenbang had many connections in Jingcheng, he could not avoid needing the assistance of the Liaison Office during such visits. For instance, hosting welcome dinners or coordinating with various ministries and commissions. All of these required the help of the Liaison Office for coordination.

Therefore, it was crucial to understand and know the main leadership composition of the Liaison Office staff. Arriving in Jingcheng and not even knowing the basic details such as the full name, age of the office director, would give others the impression of not valuing subordinates or of showing disrespect. As a leader, it was essential to at least be aware of the key subordinates. On the other hand, this was also a reflection of one’s own personal cultivation and upbringing.

Nie Zhenbang recalled an impression of Qin Yanni in his mind: thirty-eight years old… a party member among other details. The two deputy directors by her side appeared very respectful in their demeanor and actions.

Nie Zhenbang was not surprised by this at all. Given that the Longxi Provincial Committee already had two female Standing Committee members, it was understandable that another outstanding female figure could emerge from Longxi Province.

“Secretary Nie, Secretary-General, all leaders, welcome home,” said Qin Yanni as she approached.

Qin Yanni’s voice was very clear and sweet, yet her speech exuded a refreshing decisiveness. This woman was indeed extraordinary.

Nie Zhenbang too felt a sense of refreshment and smiled, “Director Qin speaks well. ‘Welcome home’ is a good phrase. The Liaison Office is indeed like a home for Longxi officials in Jingcheng. Indeed, we have come home.”

For this trip, there were a total of three business vans, including one GL8 and two Jinlong vans, rather ordinary and unassuming. From this, it was evident that Qin Yanni had a deep understanding of Nie Zhenbang.

The delegation went straight to stay at the Longxi Hotel inside the Longxi Building. Nie Zhenbang’s room was arranged in a business suite on the seventeenth floor.

The layout of the room was a two-bedroom and one-living room suite. With a reception living room and then two bedrooms, it was very convenient, as there was also a room allocated for the secretary. This arrangement also reflected Qin Yanni’s shrewdness.

The room’s decor was very simple and modest. It suited Nie Zhenbang’s preferences well. After looking around, Nie Zhenbang sat on the sofa and signaled to Liu Xiaomin, Chen Qishun, and the others to sit down. Once everyone was seated, Nie Zhenbang smiled and said, “Comrades, this time, coming to Jingcheng, we carry the hopes and expectations of fifty million people of Longxi. We are here on a mission to develop Longxi. This time, we must have the courage and determination to face a do or die situation. Next, the development and reform commission, commerce department, finance department, and the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, a few comrades, can first start initial communications with the leaders of the various ministries to test the waters and scout out information.”

At this point, Nie Zhenbang looked at Qin Yanni and said, “Director Qin, in this aspect, establishing connections, coordinating relationships, this is the Liaison Office’s forte. These tasks will be coordinated and arranged by you. This time, Longxi’s development responsibility will depend on your abilities.”

Nie Zhenbang made this lighthearted remark, assigning the initial tasks. The process of visiting ministries didn’t happen overnight. Work was not that simple either. Letting people of lower status try the waters first was the most common method. In this way, they could fully grasp the movements of the ministries. Then, when Nie Zhenbang himself stepped in, it would naturally be much easier.

Qin Yanni also nodded with a smile and said, “Secretary, please rest assured. I will do my utmost, go all out and certainly not let down the expectations of the organization.”

After a pause, Nie Zhenbang then nodded and said, “Director Qin, arrange for me tonight, I want to host a dinner for a few friends.”

As a leader, there were some things that subordinates should not be clearly aware of, like tonight, when Nie Zhenbang would be hosting Liang Yuan, Fang Li, and Jiang Yitao. The identities of these two were extremely extraordinary. As secretaries to the number one and number three leaders, with the figures they represented, their influence was something that even ordinary provincial and ministerial level officials could not match.

Such matters naturally could not be spoken of too explicitly.

At seven o’clock in the evening, in a common private room on the second floor of the renowned Qin Garden Spring Restaurant in Jingcheng, Nie Zhenbang had already stood up and smiled, “Brother Fang, Brother Liang, Brother Tao, let me offer a toast to the three of you first.”

After finishing the drink, all three smiled and picked up their cups, finishing their drinks in one gulp as well. Setting down their cups, they all sat down. At that moment, Fang Li leaned back in his chair, looked at Nie Zhenbang, and said with a smile, “Zhenbang, I’m afraid your visit to the ministries this time won’t be smooth.”

As the words fell, Liang Yuan by his side nodded slightly, clearly agreeing with Fang Li’s words.

Nie Zhenbang smiled faintly and said to the three, “Development facing obstacles? I have been prepared for this from the start.”