Dreaming back to 1949, the great powers were there to deceive us

Hu Zhenhua was still discussing with Guo Dachong about the person in charge to be stationed in Europe and the United States when Mi Fu's manager, Jonard, came hurriedly.

Apparently, it was Carter who informed him.

Jonard was very enthusiastic and gave Hu Zhenhua and Guo Dachong a hug respectively.

"Gentlemen, I heard you want to invest in our oil fields?"

Hu Zhenhua's face darkened and he said lightly,

"Actually, I'd rather invest in Aramco!"

Jonard obviously did not want his company to acquire a stake in Aramco, so he politely declined.

"Hu, Mi Fu only owns 10% of Aramco. Even if we agree, the other shareholders might not agree. There are too many variables! Moreover, Aramco is a very large company. Even if they get a 10% stake, it will cost a huge amount of money. It's not worth it."

At this time, Aramco produces 50 barrels of crude oil per day, which is equivalent to an annual output of approximately 1.825 million barrels. The current international crude oil price is 2.88 million yuan per barrel.

Based on this calculation, Ami's annual revenue is approximately 5.3 million US dollars.

Even if Aramco is valued at 10 times its revenue, its valuation is about 53 billion euros. For TA to obtain a 10% stake, it would cost 5 million euros.

After a moment of silence, Guo Dachong said,

"Mr. Jonard, investing in the oil field alone is too risky. I hope you understand!"

When investing, you naturally need to reduce risks.

If TA company only invests in a single oil field, if there is no oil underground, it will lose all its money.

After thinking for a moment, Jonard said,

"Mr. Guo, you don't have to worry. According to our survey results, the reserves of the Ghawar oil field are at least around 2 million barrels!"

You don't have to guess to know that this number is inflated.

Just as Guo Dachong was about to speak, he was interrupted by Hu Zhenhua.

"Mr. Jonard, let's talk about the conditions for buying shares!"

When these words came out, Jonard was overjoyed and said quickly,

"We are willing to exchange our shares in this oil field for shares in the industrial zone refinery at a ratio of 1:2! Just like BHP Mining!"

Guo Dachong refused outright.

"impossible!"

When Jonard heard the rejection, he was shocked, but Hu Zhenhua's next words made him ecstatic.

"At most, we'll exchange them in equal proportions! Furthermore, I can promise you that all the crude oil used by TA will be sourced from the Ghawar Oilfield!"

Although Jonard was secretly happy, his face looked as if he had suffered a great loss. He said dejectedly,

"Hu, our oil field has a reserve of 2 million barrels, worth 5 million Mi Yuan, and the current valuation of the refinery is at most million."

Upon hearing this, Guo Dachong immediately retorted,

"First, your survey data may not be accurate. If there's a mistake, TA's company will suffer huge losses. Secondly, every barrel of oil you extract is a barrel less, while our refinery can generate continuous profits. Also, doesn't extracting crude oil cost money?"

Hu Zhenhua did not wait for Jonard to react and continued,

"China still hasn't found any crude oil underground, but we have a population of 60 million. Where will the oil for such a huge market come from?"

Guo Da Chong spoke again.

"Of course, if you feel you've lost money, we can also invest in you!"

Guo Dachong and Hu Zhenhua kept talking for more than ten minutes, which made Jonard feel itchy. Fortunately, he did not lose his mind and retorted,

“Industrial zones are also risky and full of uncertainty!”

"How about we exchange our oil refinery on Irian Island with you?"

Jonard shook his head.

What a joke! In his opinion, that refinery has no value at all.

What Aramco wants is China's huge market.

Jonard was silent for a long time and said,

"Please exchange it at a ratio of 1:1.5. This is my greatest sincerity!"

Hu Zhenhua lit a cigarette and started smoking.

Logically speaking, Tongan would make a lot of money under this condition, but since it is a negotiation, it is natural to get more benefits.

Is there any roundabout way to lower the conditions?

After finishing a cigarette, Hu Zhenhua finally came up with an idea and said with a smile,

"Mr. Jonard, we'll exchange 1% of your shares at a 1:40 ratio, but I can offer you a choice. If you feel the risk is too great within the next year, you can give up your shares in the refinery. As compensation, TA will pay you 1 million yuan. How do you do that?"

In the world of investment, risk and return are directly proportional.

If you are not willing to take risks, then lower your return expectations.

After a moment of silence, Jonard said firmly,

"The replacement ratio is 1:1.2, and I request the compensation be increased to 1.5 million yuan!"

Guo Da Chong was furious and shouted,

"Joannad, you have no sincerity at all!"

"How can I not be sincere? Isn't the concession I made big enough?"

Carter, who was watching the scenery from a distance, saw the two sides arguing and hurried over to mediate.

After a while of consolation, both sides calmed down again.

After a long time, Hu Zhenhua said calmly,

"The exchange ratio can be 1:1.2, but the maximum compensation amount is 1 million euros! Aramco can obtain a 48% stake in the refinery, and Tongan can obtain a 40% stake in the Ghawar oil field. Our agreement cannot be disclosed to the outside world."

Hu Zhenhua finished speaking and threatened,

"This is my greatest sincerity. If Amei doesn't agree, I will find another company to talk to!"

Jonard took a deep breath.

His exploration volume of 200 million barrels is indeed very inflated. In fact, it is less than 100 million barrels.

If Aramco follows Hu Zhenhua's plan, it will not lose money.

However, there are still unexplored areas in the Ghawar oil field, and the area is quite large!

The oil reserves under Luotuo are quite rich.

Jonard pondered for a moment and said,

"Hu, I can do as you ask, but the oil fields that TA can invest in can only be those that we have explored."

Hu Zhenhua squinted his eyes at him and said coldly,

"Okay, I also request that the refined oil from the refinery be sold only in Chongming! Not in other parts of China!"

Jonard jumped up and shouted,

"No, I don't agree!"

Hu Zhenhua snorted coldly.

"If you don't agree, why do you ask me to accept your unreasonable demands?"

Carter began to play peacemaker again.

After a long time, both sides calmed down.

Hu Zhenhua took out the world map he carried with him, found the Ghawar oil field, drew an area, and shouted,

"All the oil in this area belongs to the Ghawar oilfield!"

A circle on the map represents an area of ​​several hundred kilometers.

Seeing that Jonard was about to get angry, Old Hu shouted,

"Tong'an will provide an additional 1000 million yuan in mining funds to the Ghawar Oilfield! Jonard, if you still have objections, I don't think we need to waste our precious time on such boring things. Perhaps it would be more meaningful to go and see the scenery by the river!"

After saying this, Lao Hu started smoking again.

Jonard felt very uncomfortable because he was threatened by Hu Zhenhua.

Carter knew that it was impossible to enter the industrial zone without paying a price.

Compared with Hu Zhenhua, Carter still trusted Anglo-Saxon Capital more. He pulled Jonard aside and comforted him for a while.

After a long time, the latter compromised.

Hu Zhenhua immediately changed his expression and became extremely enthusiastic. He took Jonard's hand and made promises to him.

"Dear Qiao, don't worry. Investing in the refinery is definitely the best decision you'll ever make! You might not know this, but Jiangbei has been secretly purchasing transport vehicles and fuel from me. With such a large country, having millions or even tens of millions of vehicles in the future wouldn't be unreasonable. Where will the fuel for these vehicles come from? Dear Qiao, we have the tap in our hands! It won't be long before our refinery will have to expand its production capacity. Just prepare to sit back and count the money!"

Of course, Lao Hu also wanted to give him a shot of prevention. He took a breath and continued,

"Ideological confrontation is precisely our opportunity. Just imagine if the coast is blocked, would it be good or bad for us?"

Jonard opened his mouth, glanced at Carter, and said uncertainly,

“How can we do business if it’s blocked?”

Hu Zhenhua waved his hand and said with a smile,

"Dear Joe, think about it this way. If we blockade them, wouldn't that mean the US Navy is helping us block other competitors?"

Jonard answered subconsciously,

"That's right!"

Hu Zhenhua continued to persuade,

“Once the blockade is over, can we sell oil at a high price?”

"That's right!"

"If we sell oil at a high price, can we get the money for two barrels for one?"

"That's right!"

"Dear Joe, now you feel that the risk is not that great. This investment is a huge profit!"

"That's right! Oh, that's not right. If it's blocked, how will our crude oil get in?"

Hu Zhenhua seemed to pretend that Carter didn't exist and said with a smile,

"Therefore, we need to establish a reserve oil depot in Chongming. We need to maintain a high inventory level over the long term. If anything changes, we'll have a year or two of raw material reserves. There's an old Chinese saying: 'If you don't open for three years, you'll be able to make ends meet for three years after you open!'"

Carter coughed twice and shouted,

"Hu, can you please restrain yourself in front of me? I feel like you are plotting against the US government!"

Hu Zhenhua immediately shook his head.

"Dear Mr. Carter, I've told you long ago that no matter what happens, the industrial zone is our hope for a comeback. I'm preparing for a rainy day, not plotting against the US government! My friend, I'm also a US citizen. How could I possibly plot against my own government? Unless their company wants to quit!"

This reason is also invincible.

Hu Zhenhua didn't wait for Carter to react, and turned his head again, continuing to spit at Jonard's face.

"Dear Joe, the refinery's current oil tanks can only store 200 million tons of crude oil, which is far from enough. I plan to expand the capacity to at least 400 million tons. Aramco will not be responsible for this part of the construction costs, but you must immediately organize tankers to transport crude oil here. My oil storage tanks will be completed in a week at most. I hope you can deliver the oil to me on time!"

"no problem!"

The more requests like this, the better!

Hu Zhenhua was in a good mood and continued,

"Qiao, you, Mi Fu, have been operating in China for many years. I think we're on good terms. How about this: if you have other chemical projects, I'll grant you special permission to enter the industrial zone through a joint venture with TA. But I have to make it clear that it can't be an oil refining project!"

Lao Hu added,

"I wouldn't give ordinary people a chance at all!"

Jonard was overjoyed and shouted,

"Hu, MiFu must have a good project. Our cooperation is very pleasant!"

Carter was also very happy. Another Anglo-Saxon capital entered the industrial zone, and the US government's dependence on Hu Zhenhua was further reduced!

Hu Zhenhua thought proudly: The cake I drew will definitely fill you up!

He paused, and then started a new round of eloquence!

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