At the Pinnacle of Power: My Insider Report Alarms Bigwigs in Beijing's Elite Circle

The following afternoon, Lin Yi, accompanied by Lu Wenbin, the Secretary-General of the Municipal Party Committee, and Li Houfa, the Secretary, arrived in Beijing by plane.

Lin Yi did not bring any staff from relevant municipal departments, but he did bring three reports: one on Linzhou's application to establish a national artificial intelligence research center, an artificial intelligence industrial park (national-level park), and the other on the formation of the Huaxia Artificial Intelligence Alliance.

The director of the Linzhou Municipal Government's Beijing Office personally went to the airport to welcome Lin Yi and his two companions.

Lin Yi instructed Lu Wenbin and Li Houfa to go to the Beijing Liaison Office to await instructions, while he himself traveled by car to Zhang Tongbin's residence.

Zhang Tongbin is currently in charge of industry and information technology and science and technology.

Lin Yi wanted to visit Zhang Tongbin, then have Zhang Tongbin speak to the relevant ministries, and then he would go to the leaders of each ministry to communicate and coordinate. This way, the efficiency could be increased and the matter could be settled in one go.

The security level of the area where Zhang Tongbin lived was comparable to a military restricted zone, so he specially arranged for his secretary to meet Lin Yi outside his residence.

When Lin Yi arrived at Zhang Tongbin's residence with Zhang Tongbin's secretary, Zhang Tongbin, wearing an apron, was busy in the kitchen. Hearing the noise, he came out.

"Uncle Zhang, are you cooking?"

Lin Yi put down the tea he had brought, looking surprised.

Zhang Tongbin smiled and said, "Xiao Yi, your aunt went back to her hometown, so I'll cook today. Sit down for a bit, there's only one dish left, then we can start eating."

"No, Uncle Zhang, how's your cooking?" Lin Yi asked with a smile.

"Xiao Yi, don't underestimate your Uncle Zhang. When I was working in the local area, I often cooked for myself."

Zhang Tongbin smiled, then turned and went into the kitchen.

"Secretary Lin, please have some tea."

The secretary made tea for Lin Yi, showing him great respect.

Because, in his memory, Lin Yi was not the first cadre to visit Zhang Tongbin, but Lin Yi was the first cadre to be invited to stay for dinner by Zhang Tongbin.

Moreover, Zhang Tongbin cooked the meal himself!

What does this mean? How could he not understand?

A moment later, Zhang Tongbin had prepared dinner: six dishes and a soup, all home-style cooking. His secretary brought the food to the table, opened a bottle of aged Moutai, and then left.

Tonight's special dinner party means the secretary has no right to sit at the table and eat, or even have the opportunity to serve.

Lin Yi clinked glasses with Zhang Tongbin, tasted a dish Zhang Tongbin had made, and couldn't help but praise, "Uncle Zhang, your cooking skills are amazing, comparable to a chef at a state banquet."

"Xiao Yi, although I'm confident in my cooking skills, your praise is just empty talk," Zhang Tongbin joked with a smile.

The two then ate and chatted.

Before they knew it, several rounds of drinks and several dishes had been served. Zhang Tongbin took the initiative to ask, "Xiao Yi, you just arrived in Beijing today and didn't even visit Lao Xu. You came here first. Is there something I can help you with?"

"Uncle Zhang, there is something I really need your support for..."

Lin Yi smiled and nodded, then, without any hesitation, told Zhang Tongbin about his plan to develop artificial intelligence in Linzhou.

Zhang Tongbin was in a daze after hearing this.

Back then, when Lin Yi wanted to establish the Huaxia Semiconductor Alliance, build a semiconductor industry base, and create a northern science and technology Silicon Valley in the Hefang High-tech Zone, Zhang Tongbin, the governor of Dongjiang Province, personally accompanied Lin Yi to Beijing to coordinate this matter.

Ultimately, the matter was resolved, Lin Yi shone brightly, and Zhang Tongbin also made a significant mark on his resume, becoming a valuable asset for future advancement.

Now, Lin Yi wants to establish the Huaxia Artificial Intelligence Alliance in Linzhou, apply for the establishment of a national artificial intelligence research center and an artificial intelligence industrial park, and has once again approached Zhang Tongbin.

It felt like yesterday was repeating itself, like a cycle was repeating itself, leaving Zhang Tongbin sighing with emotion.

Seeing that Zhang Tongbin remained silent, Lin Yi asked, "Uncle Zhang, is this difficult to handle?"

“It’s easy. I just remembered the time I took you to Beijing to work on the semiconductor project in the Hefang High-tech Industrial Park. So many years have passed in the blink of an eye.”

Zhang Tongbin snapped out of his reverie and said with a smile, "Xiao Yi, your strategic vision for development has been proven time and again, and many plans have even taken your advice into account. Since you're optimistic about the development of the artificial intelligence industry, I'll definitely give you my full support. Tomorrow after work, I'll give the relevant ministries a heads-up, and then you can go and discuss this matter with their key leaders. If anyone is uncooperative and needs my intervention, just give me a call!"

"Okay, thank you, Uncle Zhang. I'll toast you!" Lin Yi quickly thanked him and raised his glass to Zhang Tongbin.

Zhang Tongbin was both amused and exasperated: "Why are you being so polite with me?"

Lin Yi smiled, clinked glasses with Zhang Tongbin, and then drank it all in one gulp.

Subsequently, Zhang Tongbin learned in detail about Lin Yi's plans for developing artificial intelligence in Linzhou, including specific planning measures and preliminary preparations.

When Zhang Tongbin learned about the specific development plan and that Lin Yi had persuaded several internet technology giants to participate, he was filled with anticipation.

At the same time, he felt that in terms of development, Lin Yi was a completely different level from He Qingyun, and the two were not even on the same level!

The next day, Lin Yi, accompanied by Lu Wenbin, the secretary-general of the municipal party committee, and Li Houfa, the secretary, arrived early near the National Development and Reform Commission's office. However, instead of rushing up, they patiently waited for Zhang Tongbin's call.

At 8:30, Lin Yi received a call from Zhang Tongbin, who told him that Zhang Tongbin had spoken with the relevant ministries and commissions, and that they had all expressed their support.

Relieved, Lin Yi immediately took Lu Wenbin and Li Houfa to the National Development and Reform Commission.

In March, after the two meetings concluded, the heads of various ministries were replaced, and Lin Yi was unfamiliar with them.

However, the newly appointed leaders of the National Development and Reform Commission, the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, the Ministry of Science and Technology, and the Chinese Academy of Sciences all showed great enthusiasm for Lin Yi and were very supportive of Linzhou's development of artificial intelligence.

Firstly, Zhang Tongbin personally called to clearly express his support, so how could they possibly object?

Secondly, after listening to Lin Yi's report and reviewing the relevant materials, they all felt that this matter was very promising. If done well, not only would Lin Yi, Linzhou City, and Jianghai Province benefit, but they would also gain political achievements.

More importantly, Lin Yi's father-in-law was sitting on the stage, with several powerful figures standing behind him. The momentum was incredibly strong, and they had a very good chance of winning the final victory. They fully supported Lin Yi, and even if it didn't have much impact on their own development, it would still leave a lasting impression.

After visiting the four departments, Lin Yi arrived at the Ministry of Finance at 5 p.m.

Zhang Tongbin did not call the Ministry of Finance, but when Minister of Finance Guo Tianwen greeted Lin Yi, he was more enthusiastic than the heads of the other four ministries. He not only arranged for the director of the general office and his secretary to greet him at the door, but also specially canceled all his work and waited for Lin Yi in his office.

Because Guo Tianwen bears the mark of the Xu family.

Very strong!

When Xu Hongrui was in charge of Jiangnan, Guo Tianwen was the vice governor of Jiangnan.

Later, Guo Tianwen followed Lao Xu to Donghai, where he successively served as a member of the Standing Committee of the Municipal Party Committee, Vice Mayor, Executive Vice Mayor, and Deputy Secretary of the Municipal Party Committee. Last year, he was promoted again.

Guo Tianwen invited Lin Yi to sit down and had his secretary make tea for him. After the secretary left, he smiled and said, "Xiao Yi, I heard from the old leader that you arrived in Beijing yesterday and visited several other ministries today?"

"Yes, Uncle Guo, I went to several other ministries to coordinate artificial intelligence projects..."

Upon hearing Guo Tianwen's words, Lin Yi knew that Lao Xu had spoken to Guo Tianwen beforehand. He first told Guo Tianwen about the artificial intelligence project, and then said, "Uncle Guo, I've come to ask you for alms today."

"Hehe, Xiao Yi, I'm very happy that you came to see me, but I don't like it when you say you're here to beg for alms."

Guo Tianwen smiled and said, "You've come to work in Linzhou, and Uncle Guo hasn't even given you a gift yet. You're talking to me about begging for money? Here's what we'll do: go back and instruct the various departments directly under the city government to apply for funds by following the relevant policies and submitting reports. As long as the applications submitted are within the scope of the policies, the ministry will approve them all, and the funds will be given priority!"

"Thank you, Uncle Guo!"

Lin Yi quickly thanked him.

Although he knew that Guo Tianwen would definitely support him because of Lao Xu, the support was still too strong!

Approval should be granted to all eligible applicants, with priority given to funding.

This is the kind of treatment that all the regional governors dream of!

Is the support substantial?

Ha ha.

Guo Tianwen took a sip of tea and continued, "Also, Xiao Yi, regarding the development of the artificial intelligence industry in Linzhou, I'll think about it and see how the ministry can issue policy documents to provide financial support for the development of the artificial intelligence industry!"

"???"

Lin Yi was numb.

He had fought many battles before and knew that it wouldn't be difficult for him to come to Beijing to run projects and get funding this time. However, the level of support Guo Tianwen provided still exceeded his expectations. If Linzhou wanted to build an artificial intelligence center, and the Ministry of Finance issued policy documents to support the development of the artificial intelligence industry, what would be the difference between that and throwing money at Linzhou?

This level of influence even led Lin Yi to suspect that, besides Lao Xu, someone else had spoken to Guo Tianwen on his behalf!

After a brief moment of bewilderment, Lin Yi immediately extended an invitation to Guo Tianwen: "Uncle Guo, since you're so supportive of my work and Linzhou's, I must offer you a couple of drinks tonight. I've organized a gathering tonight, paying for it myself, and leaders from the other four ministries will be attending. Shall we go together later?"

"it is good!"

Guo Tianwen smiled and nodded, answering decisively.

7 p.m.

Five high-ranking officials from various ministries, including Guo Tianwen, gathered at the Jingxi Hotel for a dinner hosted by Lin Yi, and unanimously requested that Lin Yi sit in the seat of honor.

The moment he sat down, Lin Yi felt somewhat dazed.

This was the first time he accompanied Xiao Yuan to the Jingxi Hotel for his first high-end dinner party, where he met Xu Hongrui, Wang Hongtao, Zhong Wei, and Chen Jianhua.

That day.

The young man from Qinghe County felt nervous, excited, and expectant as he entered the Jingxi Hotel. Ultimately, he passed the initial test and made it through the gate of success thanks to his talent.

Nowadays.

The young man, who had already taken center stage, returned to the Jingxi Hotel and hosted a high-end dinner party that would make even the highest-ranking officials in the country envious, and he sat in the seat of honor.

It took him ten years to get here!