Reborn as a Noble’s Son
Chapter 1234 - Chapter 1234 Chapter 1189 Visit Abroad

Chapter 1234: Chapter 1189: Visit Abroad Chapter 1234: Chapter 1189: Visit Abroad Yuan Hao’s issue ultimately came to nothing thanks to an article personally signed by the old leader Yuan Kangan. Within the circle, it was known that Yuan Hao had hit a snag in Longxi Province at the hands of Nie Zhenbang. The circle is only so large. The renovation project of the old city district in the Ancient City of Longxi Province had caused a sensation nationwide. It was impossible to keep such matters secret.

Although no one knew exactly what Yuan Hao discussed in Nie Zhenbang’s office, they could guess to some extent. Originally, everyone was waiting to watch the intense showdown between Nie Zhenbang and the Yuan family, relishing in Nie Zhenbang’s arrogant pride. Yet, the article from Yuan Kangan completely shattered everyone’s expectations.

At the same time, everyone had gained a profound understanding of Nie Zhenbang’s dominance. Everyone couldn’t help but lament that the earth could no longer stop Nie Zhenbang’s progress.

Entering November, the first of the three major projects to start wasn’t the earliest signed eco-forest project, but rather the Oil City project.

At the beginning of November, leaders from the National Energy Administration and top management from the country’s three major oil companies gathered in Shian City. They signed a strategic cooperation agreement with the Shian Oil Group. Several major players would jointly build, in Shian City, a specialized oil industrial park covering tens of thousands of mu, including all upstream and downstream enterprises within the oil industry supply chain. Once the Oil City project was completed, Shian City would become the leader in the petroleum and chemical industry in the Western Region and even the entire country.

Outside Nie Zhenbang’s office, the voices of Liu Zhentao and Liu Xiaomin could be heard as they arrived together, and Nie Zhenbang stood up to greet them personally.

Inside the office, the heating was on, making it very warm. Sitting on the couch in the reception area with his legs crossed, Nie Zhenbang smiled and said, “Governor Zhentao, by the look of it, the Automobile City project is about to kick off too, isn’t it?”

Liu Zhentao nodded sharply, not denying it, and said, “Secretary, you’ve hit the nail on the head. After signing the cooperation agreement with LT Investment Group Company and Huaxia Group, and nearly two months of preparatory work, the Automobile City project has finally settled in Liangzhou City. Initially, the land requisition plan has been mapped out, with the first phase taking up 1,200 mu. According to the contract, the provincial government will bear the cost of this phase’s land requisition and relocation.”

Liu Xiaomin continued with a smile, “Secretary, I came especially to ask for your presence. The Automobile City project was planned by you and undertaken single-handedly by Governor Zhentao. We hope to show Longxi Province’s support by inviting you and Governor Zhentao to attend the Automobile City’s groundbreaking ceremony.”

Nie Zhenbang did not immediately refuse. The three major projects were his proposition, and he would support them unconditionally. However, he had to see if his schedule would allow it because, after all, the day after tomorrow was the Central Politburo meeting, which as a member, Nie Zhenbang needed to attend.

After pondering for a moment, Nie Zhenbang also nodded and said, “When exactly? I need to arrange my schedule.”

Liu Xiaomin immediately replied, “Four days from now, November 8th, at eight in the morning. I think we can make it in time.”

Liu Xiaomin’s attention to such detail astounded Nie Zhenbang. Indeed, no one’s success was coincidental. Most people, if not paying attention, would definitively say at such a time that there were four days left and absolutely no issues.

However, making such a statement clearly didn’t consider the leader’s feelings. Surely, the Politburo meeting could be concluded in just one day, but who decided that the leaders couldn’t have other matters? If you’re so certain, so definite about arranging for the leader, are you more capable or more important than the leader?

If the leader were more critical and meticulous, such a statement alone could cause a leader to change their opinion of you, which could directly affect your future prospects.

But Liu Xiaomin spoke in a consultative tone, only hinting to the leader that there was time, depending on whether they had other commitments.

After some thought, Nie Zhenbang nodded and said, “Well, the timing should just about work. Let’s set it for now, and I’ll try to clear my schedule for the morning of November 8th.”

No sooner had he finished speaking than the red phone on the desk began ringing. Nie Zhenbang immediately stood up, looked at the phone, walked over, and swiftly answered, “Hello, this is Nie Zhenbang.”

A very familiar voice came from the other side, “Ha, brother Zhenbang, not having seen you for two months, you still sound as vigorous as ever.”

“Oh, Director Fang, hello, hello, what can I do for you?” As Liu Xiaomin and Liu Zhentao were present, Nie Zhenbang didn’t use a particularly warm greeting but used an official title instead.

Fang Li was momentarily stunned, “Someone’s in the office? Then I’ll keep it brief. Comrade Zhenbang, this time, entrusted by the leader, I’ve specially called to inform you that on November 6th, after the completion of the bureau committee meeting, you will join the General Secretary on a six-day state visit to four countries in the Americas.”

“State visit? Me? Director Fang, are you sure there is no mistake?” Nie Zhenbang was somewhat surprised.

Historically within the country, those who accompany the number one leader on inspections are mostly matters for diplomatic, economic, trade, industrial, agricultural, or other departmental authorities and vice-national leaders. It’s the first time a local provincial or municipal leader has accompanied such an inspection. There have been precedents, but none this formal.

Nie Zhenbang’s words immediately rendered Liu Zhentao and Liu Xiaomin beside him dumbfounded, their mouths agape, with Liu Zhentao’s face showing an envious expression. A state visit, oh what that implies. It meant that the General Secretary was consciously grooming Nie Zhenbang. They were considering promoting Secretary Nie to a higher level. As a national leader, international relations exchange and management is an essential course one must learn. Between nations, there are no friendships, only stark interests.

Why does our country support those nations in Africa every year, and why do we place orders with countries in Europa? What’s the purpose? To put it simply, it is to use money to win over some countries and gather them around oneself.

Even the United States, the foremost superpower, operates the same way. Why do they have so much US Dollar debt and aid every year? Because only by offering tangible benefits and interests will others speak and act on your behalf.

Now, at this point in Nie Zhenbang’s career, being taken on a state visit, the intention of President Qiao was quite clear. This was a signal being sent by the higher-ups.

Beyond the shock, Liu Zhentao couldn’t help but feel a multitude of emotions. He had bet correctly this time. Nie Zhenbang’s rise would inevitably bring benefits to him, and if all went well, a bureau committee position was certain.

“Zhenbang, let me put it this way, this time, involving you in the state visit had caused some controversy among the top brass. The focus of the debate was on your age. This time, President Qiao overcame all objections and also won the support of President Mu and several other leading figures, thus forming a consensus. For you, this is a great opportunity. You must seize it,” Fang Li said with a sense of earnest.

The two sides have always been closely related. When Nie Zhenbang thrives, Fang Li naturally benefits as well. This is mutual. So, at this moment, Fang Li wasn’t hiding anything.

Nie Zhenbang also nodded. To climb to that highest peak, one must not only manage the domestic internal environment well, but also have a certain level of external support on the international stage.

Every leader has ascended in this manner, which is why over the years, leaders, before truly taking office, would often be transferred to a national deputy position.

Now, not having taken this step was a huge disadvantage for himself. He would have to see how the leaders above would arrange and operate things.

Nie Zhenbang was well aware that accompanying the visit, especially in this capacity, he would certainly attract immense attention. He guessed this was also President Qiao’s intention, to introduce himself to the foreign media, to make the international community recognize this rising star in Huaxia’s political arena.

“Hmm, I understand. Director Fang, let’s meet again when I visit Jingcheng. If there’s nothing else, then let’s end the call here,” Nie Zhenbang said with a smile, his attitude calm and measured.

After hanging up the phone and turning around, Nie Zhenbang looked at Liu Zhentao and Liu Xiaomin beside him. He smiled helplessly, shook his head, and said, “November 8th might not work. On November 6th, I will accompany President Qiao on a six-day state visit to four countries in the Americas, including the United States, Brazil, Cuba, and Zimbabwe. I will not be able to return until around the 13th at the earliest.”

Liu Zhentao and Liu Xiaomin had guessed some aspects of the visit from their conversation, but they did not expect it would be these four countries. Especially since it included the leading superpower, the significance was different.

On this end, Liu Zhentao seemed very pleased and said with a smile, “Secretary, accompanying the leader on a state visit abroad is a great honor. As for the foundation-laying ceremony for the Automobile City, I think it can definitely be postponed a bit, maybe to around the 18th. This way, our preparations can be more thorough. What do you think, Secretary?”

Liu Xiaomin also chimed in, “I agree with Governor Zhentao’s opinion. The foundation-laying ceremony is still in the initial planning stages, and the invitations have not yet been officially sent out; we can certainly adjust the schedule.”

Hearing both of them say this, Nie Zhenbang was agreeable at this moment. He more or less understood the mindset of the two. Generally speaking, this was a difference in status. Then he nodded and said, “Since you both see no issue, let’s set it for the 18th then.”

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