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The Northern Machinery Group does need the resources of Neihu Country, but the prerequisite is to let them see the profits first.

Hussein made a lot of harsh demands without seeing anything. Isn't he afraid of scaring Lin Kaifeng away?

"As long as Mr. Lin pays 1 billion US dollars, all the mineral resources in the West Kebbi River area will belong to your group."

Commander Hussein said playfully, "If Mr. Lin thinks one billion is too high, that's fine. When mining groups from other countries come over, you can compete fairly."

Lin Kaifeng said without comment: "Mr. Commander, let's not talk about who will own the mineral resources in the West Kebbi River area in the end. I have another question that needs your answer."

"In addition to transportation, there is another major problem in the area. How do you plan to solve it?"

"What big problem?"

Commander Hussein asked casually.

“The issue of personnel relocation.”

Lin Kaifeng criticized the content of the document, saying: "There are 37 tribes living in the West Kebbi River area, with a total population of nearly 1.3 million. Mineral development is different from other developments. It requires the relocation of a large number of nearby residents. Who will relocate these residents? Who will pay for the relocation?"

"Of course it's your group."

Commander Hussein said in a matter-of-fact tone: "Of course, your group can give the money to our officials, and we will help you coordinate the relocation. It only costs tens of millions of US dollars, and the people living in the area will leave in a very short time."

When it comes to greed, Commander Hussein and Idris share the same passion.

The means of making money are completely different.

One that understands sustainability by exhausting all resources.

Only when the country becomes rich first can it continue to amass wealth.

The other is to take as much as possible. Commander Hussein will not miss any opportunity to make money.

Dozens of tribes and 1.3 million people living in the West Kebbi River area were all put at a price by Hussein.

Fifty dollars per person, 1.3 million people is 65 million.

Lin Kaifeng handed over 65 million in relocation fees to Commander Hussein today.

Commander Hussein guaranteed that in a month, the people living in the West Kebbi River area would not see any of them.

As for moving them there.

I believe that my subordinates will definitely have a solution.

The resources of the West Kebbi River area were sold to Northern Machinery Group for US$1 billion.

With the addition of tens of millions of dollars in relocation fees, Commander Hussein will soon become one of the richest men in Africa and even in the world.

Lin Kaifeng said: "The last question is, how many years are the regional mining rights?"

"ten years."

Commander Hussein held up a finger and said, "In the next ten years, how much resources the Northern Machinery Group can take away depends on your own ability. I will not interfere."

“Ten years later, we renegotiated the issue of resource extraction rights.”

"Boss Lin, I think you won't miss such a good opportunity, right?"

"It's really a good opportunity."

Lin Kaifeng said with an undiminished smile: "Commander-in-chief, I need to discuss with the accompanying personnel. As for the next meeting, I think it can be arranged in a few days."

"Okay, I'll wait for Mr. Lin's reply in a few days."

Commander Hussein made a gesture, and immediately Lin Kaifeng and others were escorted out of the meeting room.

As soon as Lin Kaifeng left, Idris said, "Master Commander, Lin Kaifeng will not agree to the conditions we proposed."

"When it comes to military affairs, I am not as good as you, and when it comes to economic issues, you are a complete layman."

Commander Idris said unhappily: "With the weapons and equipment in our hands, defeating Omar is only a matter of time. When Omar is defeated by us, those tribal chiefs who do not obey us will also disappear with him."

"After years of war, we will firmly grasp the control of Neihu Country. No one dares to disobey our orders. With the arrival of peace, Western mining companies will pay attention to Neihu Country's mineral resources again. When they hear that I want to auction off the mineral resources, will the profit-seeking Westerners come one after another?"

"But……"

"enough!"

Commander Hussein said coldly: "I don't think my request is too much. With only a few billion US dollars, we can get so many high-quality minerals. There is no reason for Lin Kaifeng to refuse."

"Master Commander, if that were all, Lin Kaifeng would definitely not refuse. The key is that you have put forward too many additional conditions. Not only do you require Lin Kaifeng to build roads, railways, and power stations for us, but you also want him to bear the relocation costs of local residents. According to international practice, the relocation costs should be borne by us..."

"Idris! Are you Lin Kaifeng's man, or my subordinate?"

Commander Hussein said gloomily: "Why do you keep speaking for foreigners?"

Seeing Commander Hussein getting angry, Idris quickly explained: "I'm not speaking for Lin Kaifeng, I just think..."

"Do you think my opinion is unimportant? Do you think only your idea is correct? Or do you think that Neihu Country cannot do without you? Without your command, we will lose the war."

Commander Husseins slammed the table heavily and shouted angrily: "Idris, you'd better remember that I can promote you to the commander-in-chief of the armed forces, or I can make you nothing."

"I'm sorry, Sir Commander. I shouldn't have refuted your opinion."

Idris bowed and left the meeting room without any argument.

That night.

Idris appeared in Lin Kaifeng's room.

Looking at Idris who came uninvited, Lin Kaifeng said with a smile: "Mr. Idris came to see me so late, what's the matter?"

Idris said expressionlessly, "Mr. Lin, if Neihu State is responsible for the relocation of local residents and builds roads, railways, power stations and various infrastructure with you, are you willing to buy the mineral development rights in the West Kebbi River area for 1 billion?"

"Where's the time?"

"Thirty years."

Hearing this, Lin Kaifeng shook his head and said, "Fifty years."

"This……"

Idris looked embarrassed and said, "Fifty years is too long. I think thirty years is a reasonable number."

Lin Kaifeng said, "Well, let's each take a step back and wait for forty years. What do you think?"

Hearing this, Idris hesitated for a while and said, "Thirty-five years."

"Okay, thirty-five years."

Lin Kaifeng suppressed his inner ecstasy.

Why did Idris come to see him late at night? Lin Kaifeng knew everything.

day.

Commander Hussein was not negotiating at all, it was pure blackmail.

From the two men's attitude towards making money, it was not difficult for Lin Kaifeng to judge that their conflict had reached its peak.

otherwise.

Idris would never come to see me on his own initiative if he was suspected of me.

This time, he came here, which meant that Idris was ready to take action.