Eagle Sauce: The 055 destroyer was launched into the sea just after the founding of the country?

His slightly solemn expression was reflected in the glass.

Although the Daqing Oilfield has begun to produce oil, it is far from enough compared to the growing industrial needs of Longguo.

He remembered that in another time and space, even in the 21st century, Longguo's dependence on foreign oil was still as high as over 70%.

"The Strait of Malacca..." Fang Yu's fingers gently slid across the glass. "This choke point is too dangerous."

"Once the US sets up a checkpoint there, our maritime oil transportation lines will be cut off."

He walked to his desk and spread out a map of the South China Sea.

On this map from the seventh year of the Dragon Calendar, the South China Sea was still an undeveloped virgin land.

But Fang Yu knew that beneath this blue sea lay an energy treasure that was enough to change the fate of the Dragon Kingdom.

"Conservative estimates suggest the South China Sea's oil reserves are at least 230 billion tons."

His fingers moved across the chart.

"With natural gas included, the total energy reserves could even rival those of the Persian Gulf region."

Fang Yu picked up the pen and started marking on the nautical chart.

The oil and gas fields near the Xisha Islands, the natural gas reservoirs in the Nansha Sea, the oil fields around the Dongsha Islands...

Every potential energy-rich area may become a new engine for the industrial development of Longguo.

Not only that, the key point is that in addition to large oil fields, the South China Sea also has rich reserves of shale oil.

In later generations, why was the United States able to transform from a net oil importer to an exporter that is no less inferior to the Camel Country?

Isn't it because they have mastered the technology of shale oil extraction and possess oil reserves that are no less than those in the Middle East desert?

Although there is oil in Longguo's homeland, it is still relatively poor compared to other countries.

If we can extract the shale oil hidden under the seabed in advance, we will no longer have to worry about other countries not selling oil to us!

"The difficulty now is deep-sea drilling technology."

He made a quick note in his notebook.

"Existing drilling platforms are simply unable to operate in waters deeper than 200 meters."

"To solve this problem, we must develop marine engineering technology."

Standing up, Fang Yu walked to another wall.

There hangs a map of the world's energy distribution.

The oil fields of the Middle East, the heavy oil of Venezuela, the natural gas of the North Sea...

He carefully marked every major energy source.

But over the South China Sea, there is nothing.

“This blank space is our opportunity.”

There was a gleam in his eyes.

"If we can develop the oil and gas resources in the South China Sea as soon as possible, it will not only solve the energy security problem, but also completely break the energy blockade imposed by Western countries on us."

Back at his desk, Fang Yu began to list the key points of the development plan.

Deep-sea drilling platforms, submarine pipeline systems, oil and gas processing facilities...

Each one is a huge project that requires a lot of manpower and material resources.

But he knows that these investments are worth it.

"Oil is the next battlefield," he muttered to himself. "And this time, we must win this war without gunpowder through peaceful development."

The afterglow of the setting sun shone into the office, adding a golden edge to Fang Yu's silhouette.

On this evening destined to be remembered in history, a grand plan for Dragon Country's energy independence was quietly taking shape in this office...

……

After Fang Yu submitted his report, the Dragon Kingdom Central Committee quickly gave its approval.

The chief and General Lu strongly agreed with Fang Yu's idea of ​​being prepared for danger in times of peace, and immediately agreed to Fang Yu's request.

And completely handed the matter over to Fang Yu to handle.

After receiving the reply from the center, Fang Yu immediately took action...

……

half a month later.

Hainan Island, Sanya Airport.

Fang Yu walked down the plane stairs, and the tropical sun was scorching the runway.

Li Shiguang was already waiting on the tarmac, and when he saw Fang Yu he immediately hurried over to him.

"Mr. Fang!" Li Shiguang enthusiastically shook Fang Yu's hand. "I'm going to look for treasures with you again this time!"

Fang Yu smiled and patted his shoulder: "Mr. Li! Long time no see!"

"The last time we met was when we were looking for the Daqing Oilfield together, right?"

"I didn't expect that last time I was in the northernmost part of Dragon Country, but this time I'm in the southernmost part of our motherland!"

"Who said it wasn't...Come on, let's get in the car first. It's too hot out here. Let's talk slowly in the car!"

After saying that, the two of them got into the jeep and drove towards the dock.

On the way, Li Shiguang opened a geological report and said.

"Mr. Fang, based on the information you provided, our geological team has conducted a preliminary survey."

"The geological structure of the South China Sea is indeed very conducive to the formation of oil and gas reservoirs."

"Especially in the shelf area near the Paracel Islands, the sediment layer is more than 6,000 meters thick."

"With such a thick sediment layer, the oil reserves must be substantial." Fang Yu took the report and studied it carefully. "The key is the water depth."

Li Shiguang nodded. "Yes, the shallowest part is 200 meters deep. The current drilling platform can't even reach it."

"Don't worry about that," Fang Yu said confidently, "I've already asked the Great Wall Military Factory to start developing a deep-sea drilling platform."

When we arrived at the dock, a brand new exploration ship had been waiting there for a long time.

This is Longguo's latest oceanographic survey vessel, equipped with a sonar detection system and geological sampling equipment.

"Is all the equipment ready?" Fang Yu stepped onto the deck.

"Everything is complete." Li Shiguang pointed to the equipment at the stern. "Sonar detector, gravimeter, magnetometer, and the latest seabed sampler. The only problem is the depth."

The ship slowly sailed out of the port.

The blue waves of the South China Sea sparkle with golden light in the sun, and the sight of the sea and sky merging into one is refreshing.

But Fang Yu and Li Shiguang's attention was focused on the instruments on the ship.

"Look at this data," Li Shiguang pointed at the sonar display. "The seabed topography is very undulating, which is conducive to the accumulation of oil and gas."

"These fault zones, in particular, are like natural oil reservoirs."

Fang Yu carefully observed the data: "Indeed. These geological structures are very similar to those in the Persian Gulf, both of which are ideal oil storage environments."

"Mr. Fang," Li Shiguang suddenly lowered his voice, "Tell me the truth, how much oil can we find this time?"

Fang Yu looked at the sea level in the distance, and a gleam of light flashed in his eyes.

"If I'm not mistaken, the reserves here are at least over 20 billion tons."

"Twenty billion tons?" Li Shiguang gasped. "That wouldn't be ten times bigger than Daqing?"

"So we must hurry up." Fang Yu's voice became serious. "This oil is vital to the industrial development of Longguo. And..."

He pointed to several islands and reefs on the nautical chart and said, "No other country has set its sights on these places yet."

"If we can develop it quickly, it will be a concrete demonstration of our sovereignty."

Li Shiguang nodded solemnly: "I understand. I will adjust the route and go to the vicinity of the Xisha Islands for exploration first."

The ship continued to sail south.

Fang Yu stood at the bow of the ship, looking at the vast South China Sea.

Beneath this azure sea lies a treasure trove of energy that could change the fate of the Dragon Kingdom.

And he will once again use his knowledge to open a new door for this ancient nation.

"Mr. Fang," Li Shiguang suddenly called out to Fang Yu, who was about to leave. "Tell me, if we really find oil this time, what should we call it?"

Fang Yu thought about it and smiled calmly.

"Let's call it 'Nanhai No. 1'!"

“Just like the Daqing No. 1 back then…”