Reborn as a Noble's Son-Chapter 789 - 745 Three-Year Plan_1

Chapter 789: Chapter 745 Three-Year Plan_1

Sun Jialuo smiled modestly at this point, not paying much attention to Nie Zhenbang’s words. At this age, Sun Jialuo was far past the stage of becoming passionately excited at the mere sight of others’ plans. Now, all Sun Jialuo cared about were tangible results.

Since the decision had already been made, Sun Jialuo’s view and attitude toward Nie Zhenbang changed significantly. The conflicting and conflicting expression had disappeared. The relationship between the two became much more harmonious.

After a pause, Sun Jialuo spoke: “Zhenbang, this plan, admittedly, is a good plan. However, it is not without its challenges. The investment involved here is too large. Not to mention the commercial investment from society, the infrastructure investment from the government alone is a considerable sum. I just had a cursory look; within three years we are supposed to complete cumulative infrastructure investment. Three trillion yuan. In reality, it’s just over two years. On average, we need at least one thousand and four hundred billion each year. It’s quite challenging.”

“I can recall that last year’s total GDP of the whole province was seven thousand eight hundred billion, and the fiscal income was less than five hundred billion. This means that this year’s total GDP must double, and the fiscal income has to multiply just to make ends meet. It’s not realistic.”

Sun Jialuo, as the incumbent deputy governor, proves his competence. Once he recognized this matter, his approach became meticulous and extremely rigorous. Plus, his grip on the data was impressive; this alone earned him Nie Zhenbang’s great respect.

Nie Zhenbang contemplated for a moment before laughing. “Old Sun, you can’t say it like that. The economies of our province are uneven. Some places, reliant on state-owned factories, fare well economically; others, however, do not fare well. As the proverb goes, ‘To get rich, build a road first.’ In reality, most infrastructure investment is concentrated on intra-provincial highways and airport investment. Herein, it occupies 80%, that is, two thousand and four hundred billion. This part of the investment can be fully realized by introducing capital. The remaining six hundred billion, three hundred billion on average a year. The first year I plan to invest a hundred and eighty billion. The second year, four hundred billion. A hundred and twenty billion in the first half of the third year. There’s no issue.”

Listening to Nie Zhenbang’s analysis, Sun Jialuo seemed skeptical. Is it really that easy to attract investment? Nowadays, all places, every government emphasizes attracting investment. If it were as easy as saying it, would Bashu still be in this state?

However, at this time, Sun Jialuo didn’t want to dampen Nie Zhenbang’s spirits, nodding: “As long as you believe it will work, that’s good enough. Now that we’ve discussed it openly, and I’ve agreed. I Sun Jialuo, am not a double-dealer, as long as you can handle it, I personally will fully support you.”

Just as he finished speaking, a golf cart drove over from the nearby tree-lined path. Yang Anna and Sun Jialuo’s wife, Feng Lihua, seemed to have had a great chat.

The car stopped beside them, and both did not get off. Anna said with a smile, “Zhenbang, it’s almost noon. I suggest we go for lunch.”

Inside the clubhouse of the Wal-Mart golf course, the four had a genuine French meal. Originally, Nie Zhenbang wanted Little Wu to dine with them, but Little Wu refused. Anna had no choice but to arrange something else for Little Wu.

In the afternoon, after a few games of bowling, both families still seemed to be in good spirits. After a long day of work and breaking a sweat, they all felt refreshed.

After taking a shower at the clubhouse, only then did they leave. Before getting on the car, Sun Jialuo voiced his concern: “Zhenbang, are you sure you can get this plan approved at the Standing Committee meeting?”

Upon hearing this, Nie Zhenbang started laughing, exuding confidence: “Old Sun, it so happens that the Standing Committee meeting is on Monday. You’ll see then.”

Monday.

It was the last week of April, and also the day for the provincial committee’s monthly standing committee meeting.

The whole of April was thrilling. The political earthquake in Yangde City shook everyone. All the officials in the province were now paying attention to this standing committee meeting. In fact, many were secretly hoping; what measures would the new governor take this time?

Nine o’clock in the morning.

The timing was arranged according to the rules. Ordinarily, the topics for standing committee meetings needed to be determined in advance at the Secretary’s Office meeting. A list would be drawn up as to what to discuss at each regular standing committee meeting and then discussed by the secretary, the full-time deputy secretary, the governor, the secretary of the discipline inspection commission, and the secretary of the Political and Legal Affairs Commission. In some places, the secretary and two deputy secretaries would hold a Secretary’s Office meeting. Bashu Province adopted the latter. Out of five or six or more topics, a few were selected for discussion at the Committee meeting.

Generally, in selecting the topics, they followed a principle. Urgent and important matters are prioritized. Matters with less difficulty are put forward. Controversial ones are put on hold. Besides, topics related to development are generally not excluded.

Moreover, the timing of the meeting cannot be too early. Although you all were given some time to think, it wasn’t much. I’ve set aside an hour so that everyone can transition. Of course, these remarks pertain to our routine standing committee meetings, and do not apply to emergency situations.

Eight fifty-six.

Nie Zhenbang stepped out of the elevator from the provincial party building just in time. As he entered the corridor, he saw Long Genghua had stopped and was smiling, waiting for him.

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“Governor Nie, you are the star of today’s standing committee meeting,” said Long Genghua, his face betraying nothing unusual, still very enthusiastic.

Nie Zhenbang also laughed, “Secretary Long, you are setting me up. I’m just throwing out ideas to stimulate discussion. The main point is to hear everyone’s opinion, the organization’s opinion. Secretary Long, after you!”

The two of them entered the conference room, just sat down as the minute hand struck fifty-eight past eight, Zeng Taiping came in striding with his hands behind his back. His secretary followed behind him, carrying a teacup, and holding a notebook. He had the demeanor of a class leader.

As soon as everyone settled, Zeng Taiping said, “The meeting is called to order. This is a routine Politburo Standing Committee meeting. I believe everyone has seen today’s agenda. There are two main points: one is about carrying out anti-pornography and anti-illegal activities throughout the province, and cracking down on illegal activities. The other is the three-year development plan proposed by Governor Nie. Let’s start with the first issue. Please feel free to express any opinions.”

On the first topic. In fact, there isn’t much to discuss. Such actions are entirely because of the incident in Yangde City. The lesson is clear, every standing committee member, even the silliest one, wouldn’t disagree at this point.

All the committee members that spoke were in agreement, and this item quickly passed unanimously. This operation was named “Thunderbolt Action,” with Hou Wenkui, Secretary of the Political and Legal Committee, leading the charge in coordination with the discipline inspection, procuratorate, public security, courts, and other departments. It’ll be spearheaded by the provincial public security department and carried out across the province for three months.

Next we come to the second item, at this moment, the Secretary of the provincial discipline inspection commission, Ning Bojun, coughed and said, “Governor Nie, I’ve been working in discipline inspection all my life. I’m not too familiar with economics, but even I know that last year, the province’s total fiscal revenue was only 50 billion. After expenses, the surplus was even less. I am unsure of the exact amount. However, this proposed plan of investing three trillion in infrastructure in the next two and a half years seems like a pipe dream.”

Nie Zhenbang was composed. He had expected Ning Bojun to object as he had spoiled the plans of his wife’s younger brother, Fan Youcai. Ning Bojun undoubtedly had a grudge against him. Indeed, the 300 billion investment sounded irrational.

Zeng Taiping appeared calm at this moment. He had already known about it from the Secretary’s office meeting. He smiled and said, “Governor Nie, since you drafted this plan, why don’t you explain it to everyone in detail? What do you think?”

Nie Zhenbang nodded, and then reiterated the conversation he had with Sun Jialuo on the golf course last Saturday.

When it came to the three trillion investment, Nie Zhenbang gave a detailed introduction of his experiences in WangHai and Lizhou City.

Nie Zhenbang explained very carefully outlining operational details, distribution of responsibilities, and things to note.

A few of the committee members were nodding slightly. If infrastructure development could be accelerated in Bashu Province by attracting investment as Nie Zhenbang was suggesting, it was certainly a good idea.

No one objected to progress, everyone knew the benefits weren’t limited to one person. If Bashu Province improved, not only would Zeng Taiping and Nie Zhenbang benefit, but so would others. Rome wasn’t built in a day and political accomplishments can’t be monopolized. Members of the team will naturally get the credit they deserve.

However, at this moment, Ning Bojun seemed determined to quarrel with Nie Zhenbang. Raising an eyebrow, he said sarcastically, “Attracting investment? That is a good method, but all regions are doing that, even Bashu Province had done so before. Are you saying that Governor Nie has a different approach that will definitely attract golden phoenixes by planting parasol trees?”

Nie Zhenbang didn’t think much of Ning Bojun’s provocation. At this point, his plan being passed was a certainty. However, in order to gain Ning Bojun’s total acceptance, Nie Zhenbang confidently said, “Of course!” (To be continued. If you like this work, please vote and support at qidian.com. Your support is my biggest motivation.)