The expeditionary force began to dominate Southeast Asia by recruiting defeated soldiers

Zhang Chi seamlessly transitioned the topic back to the construction of the industrial park:

"We just talked about infrastructure and policy support. Next, I want to emphasize technology spillover and talent cultivation. The Nanyang United States government will work closely with enterprises in the park to establish special funds to support them in establishing R&D centers and technical training academies. We welcome not only capital, but also advanced technology, management experience, and..."

Just then, a voice interrupted him.

The questioner was a tall, meticulously combed, heavily oiled White Eagle businessman, Thomas Wilson, who represented a powerful industrial consortium in eastern White Eagle.

He stood up and asked in fluent Ansa language with a distinct White Eagle accent:

“Your Excellency, Commander-in-Chief Zhang Chi, your blueprint is impressive and your policies are very attractive.

On behalf of Wilson Industrial Group, I am very interested in investing in and building a modern internal combustion engine parts factory in Yangon Industrial Park.

However, I have a key question: are foreign capital like ours allowed to make such industrial investments in Nanyang? And, if allowed, what is the maximum shareholding ratio of foreign capital in the enterprise? This is related to our sense of security in investment and long-term planning.

Southeast Asia was once the exclusive territory of the Johns and the Gauls, and the White Eagle merchants were undoubtedly very interested in it.

There is cheap labor, low raw material prices, abundant water transportation resources, and broad market prospects here. There is no doubt that it is an entire undeveloped blue ocean.

But Thomas' question was also very sharp and represented the voices of many foreign representatives present.

The venue suddenly became quiet, and all eyes were focused on Zhang Chi.

Nanyang is an emerging country and its foreign investment policy is still unclear. Zhang Chi's next answer will directly affect the investment of real money, so they are all waiting anxiously and expectantly.

Zhang Chi smiled slightly, not looking offended or embarrassed at all.

He met the inquiring gazes of Wilson and the many foreign business representatives, opened his arms, and deliberately used John's language to answer:

"Mr. Wilson, and all our international friends who care about this issue, I am very happy to hear your enthusiasm for investing in Nanyang."

He paused, his eyes sweeping across the room:

“Frankly speaking, the Nanyang government, the Nanyang government, and all civil servants shoulder a fundamental responsibility – to provide livelihoods, create prosperity, and safeguard the future for tens of millions of Nanyang citizens.

We clearly realize that to achieve this goal, relying solely on our own strength is far from enough. We need capital, technology, advanced management experience, and a broader international market.

He raised his voice and used body language to make his words more persuasive:

"Therefore, the door of the United States of Southeast Asia is always open to all foreign capital that can provide high-quality jobs for the people of Southeast Asia, impart valuable skills and advanced engineering technology, and bring modern management concepts! We warmly welcome them!"

“Wow—” A low cry of exclamation and excited discussion instantly rang out from the audience, especially the foreign representatives, who had smiles of surprise and relief on their faces.

In the audience, a dazed young man was a little dazed. The high-spirited and confident commander on the stage looked so much like someone in the past.

It's just that that person advocates war and plunder, while Zhang Chi on the stage advocates reconciliation and cooperation...

This person is Giovanni Agnelli, and his grandfather is Giovanni Agnelli Sr., who founded the Fiat Group in the last century.

Upon learning that many former Fiat engineers were now trying to make a living in Southeast Asia due to the war and the devaluation of the lira, the seriously ill old Giovanni specifically asked him to come to Southeast Asia to take a look.

At this time, Fiat was in a precarious situation. The elder Giovanni Agnelli was seriously ill and his son Edoardo Agnelli died young. The company was temporarily managed by non-family executives and supervised by the Allied Military Government (AMG).

Because of its close cooperation with Italian fascism during World War II, producing a series of military products including trucks, cars, armored vehicles, tanks, naval guns, and aircraft, there is now a call among the Italian people to completely dismantle this old company and nationalize it completely.

The reason why little Giovanni came this time was to see if he could take some technical personnel, information and equipment and run to Southeast Asia for "reincarnation" if the Fiat Group was liquidated in the country.

After all, capital can always find its own way out...

Zhang Chi's statement was tantamount to giving a reassurance to foreign investors and Giovanni Jr.

"As for the specific shareholding ratio issue you mentioned, Mr. Wilson..." Zhang Chi on the stage changed the subject, attracting Giovanni's attention, "This is a technical issue that requires in-depth discussion. It involves multiple dimensions such as national security, protection of core industries, depth of technology transfer, and a fair competitive environment.

As a sovereign nation, Nanyang must maintain necessary control over key areas that are crucial to its national economy and people's livelihood. This is a natural bottom line."

He saw Wilson and the others nod in understanding, and continued:

"We are organizing the most professional legal, economic and industrial policy teams to study and formulate a set of clear, transparent foreign investment guidelines that conform to international practices and also safeguard the fundamental interests of Southeast Asia.

The upper limit for foreign investment may vary across different industries and technology levels. For non-core manufacturing industries with relatively low technological content but significant employment opportunities, we may allow higher foreign investment percentages, or even allow foreign control under certain conditions.

As for sensitive areas such as national defense, critical infrastructure, and core technologies, we will naturally set stricter thresholds and protective measures.”

"The specific draft of the rules and regulations." Zhang Chi smiled amiably, which instilled an inexplicable fondness in the audience. "It will be officially announced through official channels within the next two months, and opinions from all walks of life will be widely solicited.

What I can guarantee is that Nanyang's policies will adhere to the principles of openness, fairness, and mutual benefit. We are eager to cooperate, but we will also safeguard the future of this land and its people."

Zhang Chi's answer was flawless, demonstrating both an open mind and a clear commitment to national security. He offered reassurance that foreign investment was welcome, while deftly avoiding the passive risk of immediately providing specific figures, thus firmly maintaining the initiative.

At the same time, a clear timetable was given to stabilize investors' expectations.

"Well said. Open cooperation, mutual benefit and win-win." He Yangshu, a banker representative from the Republic of China, couldn't help but lead the applause.

He didn't know that a few years later, when the White Party suffered a series of defeats, his bank was hit by a massive run, and the gold yuan notes in stock became completely waste paper, it was his decision to cooperate with Nanyang that gave him a chance to make a comeback.

By then, he will be extremely grateful that he was the first one to lead the applause today.