Chapter 2227 Unexpected Visitor

The meeting took longer than originally planned. When Feng Yiping and Eberhard left, it was already time to get off work at noon, which was nearly 40 minutes longer than the originally scheduled time.

Accordingly, the effect was better than expected.

After so many years of ups and downs in the shopping mall, Eberhard was not a person who couldn't hide things. But before the car left the People's Square, he couldn't help but put a hand in front of Feng Yiping. Feng Yiping smiled and raised his hand. The hand struck him lightly.

"Yeah!" Eberhard yelled, as if he couldn't sit still, and twisted on his seat several times, "Feng, I found that the officials here are better than those I came into contact with in the United States. Be nice,"

"Oh, what's a good idea?" Feng Yiping asked with a smile.

"This," Eberhard thought for a moment, obviously trying to think of words to describe it, "they are more friendly, more thoughtful, feel more professional, and very generous,"

"Of course, it's not easy-going," he explained again. "You know, our officials may sit down on the table not long after meeting you, and they won't shy away from scolding you in front of you. When I see you, I will walk out with you arm in arm,"

"But you will still feel more comfortable getting along with the officials here. Do you understand this feeling?"

"Haha, I probably understand,"

What Eberhard said was probably that today's meeting made him feel at home. The words of the two city leaders made people feel comfortable listening to them.

Sometimes, even as soon as you say the beginning, they know what you are going to say next, which makes you feel like you have met a close friend, and at least the other person understands you very well.

Although American officials are not seen outside, they may have a drink with you when they meet, and then sit down on the table without caring about their manners. When they get excited, they will say the word starting with F without hesitation. When I leave, I will put my hand on your shoulder and send you out the door like an old friend for many years.

But it rarely speaks to your heart.

By the way, Feng Yiping couldn't imagine the two leaders he saw today walking out of the conference room arm in arm, let alone Eberhard, a foreign guest, but a domestic guest like him.

This does not mean that domestic officials are dignified or arrogant, but it is just different from the American cultural tradition.

Many American officials behave more like businessmen.

Of course, this is only when it comes to how they treat others.

But they will not always treat their work with the attitude of businessmen who are extremely eager for profits.

"Do you know what is the biggest difference between Chinese officials and American officials?" Feng Yiping asked.

"One is appointed and the other is elected?" Eberhard said.

Feng Yiping couldn't help but blush. This guy is also a guy who doesn't know how to chat. He is very good at chatting to death.

However, this is probably the fixed impression most people in the United States have on the political systems of the two countries.

"It seems that you need to make up for your mistakes. Our government officials also have to be elected by the National People's Congress," Feng Yiping glanced at him.

"The biggest difference between Chinese officials and American officials is that they will only take up higher-level positions after they are qualified for the next-level job,"

"In other words, they have undergone very systematic training. Of course, if they want to hold higher-level positions, they must also have experienced fierce competition,"

"The main thing that supports them to move to higher-level positions is their work achievements, not just winning the approval of more voters like in the United States,"

"Many times in elections at all levels in the United States, it's not about selecting the best among the best, but choosing one who is more or less passable among a bunch of people who are not that outstanding. The key is to have charisma, and mainly to be sharp-tongued, right?" Feng Yiping couldn't help but complain.

"You are right, many of the people running for public office were once lawyers," Eberhard said. "Many of them had no experience working in the government system."

This is an honest guy.

Feng Yiping patted him on the shoulder as a sign of commendation, "So Chinese officials' emphasis on and enthusiasm for economic work and investment promotion cannot be compared to that of the United States."

"You are thoughtful, and that is why they hope that the newly established company can develop in the long term, because even if he is transferred to other places in the future, these will still be his achievements,"

Eberhard nodded, "I like this. Those guys in our country will not take the initiative to consider your difficulties,"

That is, unlike us, the United States has always pursued a non-intervention policy when it comes to economic construction, so it is impossible for you to expect those officials to take the initiative to care about the difficulties of your company.

Unless, his campaign needs your donations.

Of course, the non-intervention policy of the United States will become a thing of the past in the subsequent financial crisis.

"For many people in the United States, being in politics is just a job, but for Chinese officials, their job is more than just a job," Feng Yiping said.

Feng Yiping didn't want to continue talking about this topic.

Although what Eberhard said was true to a certain extent, it just didn't sound very comfortable.

Some gaps exist objectively.

However, in some aspects, Feng Yiping is a little narrow-minded. He can complain about it himself, but he just feels uncomfortable when you, a foreigner, talk about it.

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Jin Ling has been waiting in the restaurant, "It was extended for so long? How did the talks go?"

"Oh, it looks very good,"

"Yes, Jin, very good," Eberhard said excitedly, "They took the initiative to propose many conditions before we even said them,"

Jin Ling glanced at Feng Yiping, isn't this normal?

Before attending this meeting, the relevant information must have been placed on the desks of the relevant leaders, and they naturally knew what the general demands here would be.

"You know, just like Feng said, the government can indeed provide us with land for free,"

"And there are tax concessions that surprise me,"

Jin Ling glanced at Feng Yiping again.

Feng Yiping pulled out a chair and sat down, "It's related to our localization rate,"

"Oh," Jin Ling nodded, this is also what it should be.

The higher the nationalization rate, the more opportunities there are for local supporting enterprises, and the better the corresponding tax conditions, which is understandable.

"You know, Jin, they not only asked about our difficulties, but also said they would help us coordinate with the Chinese power grid," Eberhard said.

For pure electric vehicles, charging is a critical issue, so cooperation with the Chinese power grid is also very critical.

"Although I have thought about this issue optimistically, I didn't expect it to be so smooth. According to the current trend, I think we should be able to settle this matter after a few more rounds of negotiations, Feng," Eberhard raised his glass, "I want to thank you,"

"I know that without your support, my work at Tesla would not be so smooth, and without your support, this matter would not be so smooth either,"

"We are partners, aren't we?" Feng Yiping smiled and clinked glasses with him.

Jin Ling shook her head secretly. She wanted to say, Eberhard, have you forgotten that he is the big boss of Tesla? So it is natural for him to do these things.

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After eating and drinking, the excited Eberhard immediately went to the Bund happily. Jin Ling did not leave, but sat in front of the window, thinking, as if he had something to say.

"What's wrong with you, are you worried about?" Feng Yiping asked.

"That," Jin Ling hesitated.

"Oh, you're still a little shy? That's rare,"

Jin Ling rolled his eyes, "There's something,"

"Whatever it is, just tell me, I'm very happy now,"

Of course I'm happy, the leader I met today is not another leader.

Because of Alibaba, I've actually been in contact with him before. If the Tesla project can be successfully implemented here, then his impression of Feng Yiping will definitely be deeper and better.

"My brother will come tomorrow, he wants to meet you this time,"

"Ah?"

ps: Hehe, it's better to be late than not to be there, right? Please recommend