The knight in the big world of American TV series

Chapter 2381

The attitude of a certain major Eastern power toward international diplomacy has never changed: everyone should make money!

This time, the multilateral agreement they signed had extremely lenient terms! You could even say they were at a disadvantage! They weren't too concerned about the share of mineral resources. Everyone received a satisfactory outcome based on their own circumstances… although a few countries wanted more, unfortunately… nobody paid them any attention.

Power is always the most important aspect of international relations.

Eat only what you're capable of!

Don't you know your own situation? You still expect to eat most of it right off the bat... Aren't you afraid of choking?

That's right, this country is either India or the UK. India has always been known for its lack of self-awareness; they're masters of living in a dream world. After the US collapsed, they even had the idea that, "Ah, India can finally rise up!" When a certain major Eastern power spearheaded a multilateral agreement, this guy was the first to jump in... but all he did was jump in!
The response was very positive, but the effect was negative!
This guy always comes up with inappropriate conditions that leave people both amused and exasperated. The worst part is he has no sense of proportion; he always inexplicably proposes conditions that leave you completely bewildered.

For example, the part about shares.

This guy started by asking for an exorbitant amount.

Others naturally disagreed.

Then, miraculously, he immediately threatened to withdraw from the agreement.

It seems they feel that without them, the agreement would immediately fall apart.

Although we don't know where this confidence comes from, they are confident!

That's some amazing logic.

A certain major Eastern power has suffered too many losses and is even too lazy to do business with them anymore. So, they took the opportunity to offer double pay and made it a deal!

Then they gracefully agreed to withdraw from the agreement!
Then Third Brother became an idiot.

No... you guys aren't following the script!

Shouldn't you have been trying to persuade me at this point? Shouldn't you have made concessions to us? Why did you kick me the moment I pulled on you?

Then something magical happened again. The third brother seemed to immediately come to his senses, abandoned his previous demands, and sought cooperation again.

Even a certain major Eastern power is helpless; this multilateral agreement was originally intended for all countries, and it's impossible for them to play it on their own.

After all, these minerals, no matter how precious, are just raw materials. They need to be processed into industrial products, and then these industrial products will be exported. If a certain major Eastern power were to act unilaterally, it could very well provoke a united boycott from other countries. There's no need for that; after all, these agreements seem to put a disadvantage on the part of that major Eastern power.

But actually?
Where is the world's largest industrial capacity now?

Once these raw materials are developed, where will they be sent?
Furthermore, given the current situation, the global shipping industry relies on a certain major Eastern power for support!

In the wake of the massive tsunami, a certain major Eastern power has already captured 87% of the global shipbuilding market share... It's not that other countries don't have shipyards.

But they can't compete with a certain major Eastern power.

Because the world's most complete industrial system is located in a certain large Eastern country!

Industrialization, the very term, encapsulates the complex process of a nation's transformation from an agricultural to an industrial society. It signifies not only a leap in productivity but also a profound transformation of economic structure, social forms, and even cultural values. Within this massive systemic project, the close collaboration across the entire industrial chain—high-end, medium-end, and low-end—forms a solid foundation. Each link is indispensable, collectively propelling the wheels of industrialization forward. At the apex of the industrial pyramid, high-end industries, with their technological innovation and advanced manufacturing capabilities, lead the development of the entire industrial chain. These industries typically involve high technology, precision manufacturing, new materials, and biomedicine, representing not only a nation's technological strength but also the core of industrial upgrading and international competitiveness. The development of high-end industries relies heavily on substantial R&D investment and the cultivation of high-caliber talent. Government and enterprises need to collaborate, increasing investment in research institutions and universities, establishing a deeply integrated innovation system encompassing industry, academia, and research, and cultivating a group of high-caliber talents with international vision and innovative capabilities. Simultaneously, through policy guidance and market mechanisms, enterprises should be encouraged to increase R&D investment, promote the transformation of scientific and technological achievements, and form an innovation-driven development model.

The importance of mid-range industries as a bridge connecting high-end and low-end industries is self-evident. They bear the crucial responsibility of transforming the innovative achievements of high-end industries into actual productivity, while also providing technological support and impetus for industrial upgrading in low-end industries. At this level, industries such as machinery manufacturing, electronics and information technology, and auto parts play key roles. The development of these industries requires a sound industrial foundation, well-developed infrastructure, and efficient supply chain management. The government should strengthen policy support for mid-range industries, such as providing tax incentives and financing conveniences, to encourage technological innovation and industrial upgrading, while also strengthening collaboration between upstream and downstream sectors of the industrial chain to enhance overall competitiveness.

Although low-end industries occupy a relatively low position in the value chain, their fundamental supporting role in industrialization cannot be ignored. These industries typically include labor-intensive sectors such as textiles, clothing, and food processing, providing employment opportunities for a large workforce and ensuring social stability and people's well-being. The development of low-end industries also needs to focus on technological progress and industrial upgrading, increasing product added value and market competitiveness through the introduction of advanced equipment, improved production efficiency, and strengthened brand building. At the same time, the government should strengthen guidance and support for these industries, promoting their development towards a more environmentally friendly, efficient, and sustainable direction.

Industrialization cannot proceed without sustained financial investment. Governments, enterprises, and financial institutions should work together to raise funds through various channels and increase support for industrial projects. Meanwhile, human resources are the core resource for industrialization. In addition to cultivating and attracting highly skilled personnel, it is also crucial to improve the overall quality and skills of the workforce, cultivating a skilled workforce adapted to the demands of industrialization through vocational education and skills training.

A complete industrial system refers to a country or region possessing industrial capabilities covering all core industrial sectors, capable of independently completing the entire production chain from raw material extraction and intermediate product processing to final product manufacturing, and achieving technological self-sufficiency in key areas. According to the United Nations' International Standard Industrial Classification (ISIC), a complete industrial system must encompass 41 major industrial categories, 207 medium categories, and 666 minor categories. China is the only country that meets this standard.

A "complete industrial system" refers to an interconnected industrial whole that can meet the needs of the overall development of the national economy. It is not only capable of producing various major machinery and equipment and raw materials to basically meet the needs of socialist expanded reproduction and technological transformation of the national economy, but also capable of producing various consumer goods to appropriately meet the needs of the people's ever-improving living standards.

Building a "complete industrial system" is extremely difficult, mainly due to the following aspects:
Technological and Capital Requirements: A complete industrial system requires advanced technology and substantial capital investment. From basic raw material sourcing and processing to high-end technology product research and development and production, every link requires strong technological support and financial guarantees.

Dependence on resource endowment: Abundant natural resources are a crucial foundation for establishing a complete industrial system. Without strategic resources, many industries would be impossible. Therefore, a nation needs to possess or be able to acquire sufficient natural resources to support the development of its industrial system.

The establishment of an industrial training system: A comprehensive industrial training system is crucial to ensuring the continuous operation of the industrial system. This requires the state to invest significant resources in education and training to cultivate a highly skilled industrial workforce.

The need for geographical and strategic depth: Vast territory and strategic depth are crucial for the security of industrial systems. Without sufficient geographical space and strategic depth, industrial systems will struggle to maintain their stability and security in the face of external threats.

Historical Opportunities and a Peaceful Environment: Establishing a complete industrial system also requires seizing historical opportunities and maintaining a relatively peaceful historical period. If these opportunities are missed, objectively speaking, the world's major powers will no longer allow new countries to join the club of industrialized nations.

Building Industrial and Supply Chains: A complete industrial system requires the construction of a sound industrial and supply chain. This includes full coverage of the entire chain, from raw material supply, production and processing, product sales to after-sales service, as well as close collaboration and efficient operation between each link.

Policy and institutional support: Government policy support and institutional guarantees are crucial for the development of the industrial system. This includes formulating policies conducive to industrial development, providing necessary institutional guarantees, and optimizing the business environment.

Building a "complete industrial system" is a complex and arduous task, requiring a nation to comprehensively plan and deeply promote it across multiple aspects, including technology, capital, resources, education, geography, historical opportunities, industrial chains, and policies. Simultaneously, it necessitates facing various challenges and risks, such as technological barriers, resource shortages, and international competition. Therefore, only nations with strong comprehensive national strength and unwavering determination can successfully build a complete industrial system.

And in the entire world, only a certain mysterious Eastern power can do this!
Although many countries can build ships.

But only a certain mysterious Eastern superpower can manufacture them well and cheaply.

First of all, the scale is absolutely unparalleled!
Dongda University holds nearly 50% of the global shipbuilding market share, far exceeding South Korea, which ranks second, and Japan, which ranks third. A large number of shipyards with military-grade construction capabilities are distributed throughout the country, from the Bohai Bay in the north to Dalian, Shanghai, Jiangnan, and Hudong in the east, and Guangzhou Huangpu in the south, forming a diversified and healthy competitive industrial structure. This geographical distribution not only reduces the risk of attack on any single node but also facilitates the optimization of resource allocation based on different ship types.

This covers the entire aspect, meaning that for any need of customers worldwide, Dongda can find the corresponding manufacturers to complete the work! Instead of needing to source products from various countries! This offers unparalleled advantages in terms of both convenience and time cost!
Secondly, China boasts a uniquely complete industrial chain. From special steel smelting to naval propulsion systems, from radar and electronic equipment to weapon control systems, China has established the world's most complete shipbuilding industrial chain. Li Ming (pseudonym), a senior engineer at Jiangnan Shipyard, told reporters, "Ten years ago, we still needed to import some high-end components. Now, almost all subsystems have been domestically produced, and their performance indicators often exceed those of imported products." This complete industrial chain has enabled China's shipbuilding industry to demonstrate remarkable resilience in the face of external technological blockades.

Simply put, it's a ship where everything from the most sophisticated equipment to the smallest screw can be manufactured and assembled domestically.

This has effectively eliminated a significant amount of costs!
Cost plays a crucial role in all business activities!
For the University of Tokyo, a ship of the same price can generate more profit than those from other countries! Why?
Because other countries' industrial chains are not complete, they need to import parts and components from abroad, but Dongda University does not! This is a huge cost advantage.

Therefore, when necessary, a price war can even be used to crush competitors... not to mention that there is no need to wage a price war now.

The reason is simple: Tokyo University builds ships quickly!

For the shipping industry, which is currently in dire need of rebuilding, shipbuilding costs are actually a minor issue. There are tons of orders waiting to be shipped, and goods are already waiting for vessels!

The cost of buying a ship can be completely covered by high freight rates!

Some shipping companies are even willing to earn less or even lose money to transport goods. Why?
Just like the price war above, it's all about seizing market share!
After the collapse of the old order, whoever gains the first-mover advantage will now occupy the largest share of the entire shipping industry!

This current investment is nothing!

And the fastest-growing shipping companies right now are undoubtedly all from the University of Tokyo!
Once you've extracted those minerals, you need to transport them... So, who are you going to hire to transport them?
You still have no choice but to contact Dongda Transportation Company!

That's how you make money!

In addition, the recovery and development of the shipping industry will immediately benefit the shipbuilding industry. As the shipbuilding industry continues to develop and its technology iterates, it will directly widen the gap with other competitors!

Then make another fortune!

In addition, metal ores need to be refined after mining!
So the question is, who in the world has the capability to refine almost all ores on a large scale?
The answer is still a certain mysterious Eastern superpower!
Perhaps at this stage, in terms of technology, a certain mysterious Eastern superpower cannot yet dominate the world, but in terms of scale... the whole world is inferior!

So many metal ores, you need to smelt and purify them.

This is no small matter.

It needs to be handled on a large scale and in a systematic way.

Thus, a certain major Eastern power made another fortune, and incidentally, it could continue to expand its scale, iterate its technology, and widen the gap between itself and others.

So, although a certain major Eastern power cares about market share, it doesn't actually care that much!
They can compromise a little on this point; after all, the problem is already in the pot.

But the Indian guy is just here for laughs; he's even a liability!

So it's great that he didn't do it!

Double happiness! It's a deal!