Reinventing the Millennium.

Chapter 1416 Influence
“Meilijian is picking the best, but in fact, from the perspective of the development of our entire industry, our top priority is to master the 28nm-14nm process and achieve independent control of this part of the process.”

“The good news is that this goal is achievable.”

"28nm is already an advanced process and will have a huge market both domestically and globally in the next few years. The Internet of Things, automotive electronics, and network communications are all areas where advanced processes will be decentralized."

"Bingxin's research and development of the second-generation FinFET is going smoothly this year. It is expected to improve chip performance by 20% and reduce power consumption by 60%, which is a significant improvement."

"There is no problem with Bingxin's research and development of advanced processes. Although EUV is not used, our verification solution on DUV is basically feasible, which can buy a lot of time for domestic industry substitution."

"The development of the industry is currently uneven, and the basic areas should be consolidated. In the future, the competition around Bingxin and Yike will tend to expand. The better the foundation, the more confident the competition will be."

"I think the current and future situation is a game between being out of control, just like a car going through a curve. The rear wheels lose control and it can drift, but the whole car still moves in the predetermined direction."

In the conference room in Beijing, Fang Zhuo repeated his point of view: "The strategic focus of competition has shifted from ice cores to the industry, and from breakthroughs in advanced technology to the protection of mature technology."

As the chairman of Bingxin, Fang Zhuo expressed his views on the recent turmoil, which undoubtedly surprised all the participants.

From point to surface, this is certainly an expansion of the scope of competition, but such remarks also seem to be an active giving up of some support resources.

The meeting went on until very late. In addition to discussing his views on future competition, Fang Zhuo also talked about the differences between Bingxin and SMIC in this competition. The latter still has the license to introduce technology and purchase equipment, which is worth utilizing.

As he said, the BIS-based restrictions currently only target cutting-edge ice cores. Their measures this time are more due to their shock at the achievements of the ice cores, so they focus most of their attention on this.

Of course, there are many appeals from the US side, but due to various factors, this is the competitive strategy before us.

At eleven o'clock in the evening, Fang Zhuo walked out of the conference room, hesitating whether to stay in Beijing for one night or fly back to Luzhou overnight, but he was stopped after taking only a few steps.

"Boss Fang, is your quadruple plan really feasible?"

"Mr. Zhao, the cost will definitely increase, but it is definitely feasible. It can actually basically guarantee our commercial use of 10nm and 7nm at a higher cost." Fang Zhuo had reported this matter before coming to Beijing. Now he knew that the other party just wanted to hear his own confirmation. "Although the cost is higher, compared with the whole machine, a single part must be done."

There is nothing much to say about this.

Zhao Si nodded and said with a smile: "So we still have a lot of time?"

"To be optimistic, there are indeed quite a few. At the current stage, we are pursuing independent controllability rather than full localization." Fang Zhuo hesitated for a moment and said, "There are still twists and turns in the issue of controllability, but the interim goals are no problem."

"When others say this, I have to think twice in my heart, but after listening to Mr. Fang's words, I can breathe a sigh of relief." Zhao Si said.

Fang Zhuo smiled and said, "This is not me, but Mr. Qiu, Academician Hu and Academician Liang. In the past, Bingxin was forging ahead bravely, now it is to ensure production capacity, and in the future it will continue to strive for the peak."

Zhao Si nodded repeatedly.

Fang Zhuo talked a few more words about his recent inspection and then prepared to say goodbye and leave as it was already very late.

Director Zhao had something else to say, so he coughed and invited, "Boss Fang, there's a meeting in the city tomorrow, and I'd like to invite you."

Fang Zhuo was a little surprised: "Meet-up?"

"Yes, I heard that Yike has established a complete vehicle research and development project. The city is very interested in this. I hope to have a face-to-face chat with Mr. Fang." Director Zhao is not responsible for this work, but was entrusted by someone else.

Fang Zhuo's mind has been completely immersed in semiconductors recently. He was stunned for a moment before he reacted. He said with a smile: "Boss Zhao, this... is just a research and development project. It hasn't even started yet. Yike may encounter other situations in the near future."

"No delay, no delay. Yi Ke can develop the technology as long as he wants and do it whenever he thinks it's appropriate. The city just wants to ask Yi Ke if there's anything they can do to help." Zhao Si said with a smile, "In the past few years, the country has attached great importance to this."

Domestic subsidies for new energy vehicles began in 09, and there have been almost two stages so far. The first three years were subsidies for battery power, and the past three years were changed to subsidies for battery life. The next stage of policies was just released in April this year, which increased the requirements for the maximum speed of pure electric vehicles.

The real acceleration of development began in 2013, because the financial subsidies in that year were rolled out indiscriminately from pilot cities to the whole country.

2013年的新能源销量年增速是51.5%，2014年是290%，今年预计也会超过200%。

Of course, the growth rate is extremely rapid, but just looking at the sales figures is disappointing. The sales of new energy vehicles in 2013 were 1.7 units, 14 units in 8.4, and this year is expected to be around 17 units.

Compared with the current domestic passenger car sales of 2000 million per year, this is like a firefly or a bright moon.

"The establishment of Yike's project is an exploration. We also need to see the results of internal research and development. If it is not satisfactory, it may not be carried out." Fang Zhuo said again.

"It's like this, Mr. Fang. The city won't make any strong demands on Yike. It's just a preliminary contact. If Yike wants to do it, I hope they can give priority to us." Zhao Si said seriously, "Whether it's people, factories, or car manufacturing qualifications and funds, whatever Yike needs, we can coordinate it here."

Having said that, Fang Zhuo had no choice but to agree. After all, it was just a meeting. He was telling the truth and there was no chance of success.

The next day, Fang Zhuo received another warm reception in Beijing, but unlike yesterday when he was able to speak eloquently, he really couldn't say anything today. He was not sure whether to join this trend, nor was he sure about the effect of internal research and development.

After leaving the capital, he called Yu Hong on the way and complained about the impact of her leaking the news to the outside world.

"It will be revealed sooner or later. Our recruitment is quite obvious." Yu Hong disagreed. "If Beijing wants to contact you, then contact you. Everyone knows what you are busy with. It is easier for you to be polite than for us."

"I'm just upset." Fang Zhuo said bluntly, "I don't have time to think about this."

"It will be fine after this storm passes," Yu Hong said, "Washington wants to see you."

"Just let Schroeder handle it." Fang Zhuo said simply, "There's not much to say. If it can be discussed openly, I can know it earlier in private."

He has not made any public appearances or responded to foreign public opinion in the past few months, but his private communication with his friends has not been interrupted. It can only be said that as everyone sells their money, they are increasingly tending to stand aside and watch.

Yike's current size cannot be simply handled, and both the BIS and administrative levels generally believe that Yike has no choice this time and must cooperate with the remaining wafer foundry companies.

Currently, BIS is reviewing the second temporary license. Judging from the current communication, there is no problem and this is also a normal buffer.

In the afternoon, Fang Zhuo arrived in Luzhou and hurriedly inspected the new factory for photoresist research and development, verification and production in cooperation with Shencheng Xinyang.

The procedures were not completed when the project was first invested and constructed. Now, the factory area located behind the ice core has been basically completed and all the procedures have been completed.

Fang Zhuo was accompanied by Luzhou leaders when he inspected the new factory, which is related to the stability of the ice core supply chain. He also talked with the local authorities again about the current situation and his firm attitude.

When it was close to dinner time, the city invited the head of Bingxin to attend a welcoming banquet.

"Why would you welcome me here? It's not like I haven't been back for a long time." Fang Zhuo laughed dumbly, "I'm just a local boss, why would you welcome me?"

The city leaders looked surprised.

Fang Zhuo noticed something different and asked, "Is there anything new?"

"I heard in the province that Yike has plans to make cars?" The leader asked in a lowered voice.

Fang Zhuo understood and said helplessly: "It's not even a stroke yet..."

The leader suddenly said excitedly: "It's okay, Mr. Fang, let's just talk about it first. No matter what Yi Ke needs, no matter when Yi Ke does it, it's all Yi Ke's decision-making!"

Fang Zhuo hesitated for a moment, but finally agreed.

The dinner atmosphere was lively, and different people had similar scenes.

That night, Fang Zhuo just had a few drinks. After returning home, he made two phone calls. Just as he was about to take a break, he received a call from Shencheng.

He just pressed the button, and suddenly an idea flashed in his mind, and he asked, "Secretary Liao, you don't want to ask about Yi Ke's car manufacturing, do you?"

The person on the other end of the line was very surprised: "Mr. Fang, have you already answered the call from your boss?"

"It hasn't even started yet..." Fang Zhuo's attitude became the same for the third time.

"Mr. Fang, let's just talk about the city first..." The other party started speaking in the same way.

Fang Zhuo rubbed his face and said, okay, this is indeed the impact that Yi Ke should have.

He did not agree to return to Shanghai this time, but instead appointed Executive Vice President Yu to represent him.

"Mr. Fang, no matter what conditions others offer, Shencheng can add more!" Secretary Liao suddenly said this before hanging up the phone.

"Okay... When we can really do it, Shencheng will always be the first." Fang Zhuo had to make the same statement. They are both first, both tied for first.

(End of this chapter)