The Lantern Festival is over, and Lunar New Year is over.
Monday. Morning. Investment Promotion Agency.
It was a nice day. The spring breeze, which smelled of grass seeds, blew through the window into the hallway and the house.
Dong Xuebing sat in his office, looking at the documents and summary of the work assigned to him last week. He frowned and nodded at times. After a while, he lit a cigarette on his desk and puffed out a few puffs. Dong Xuebing had completed the reorganization of the Agency, and he knows settling the internal conflicts and establishing his authority is only the first step. What comes next is more important. Can he attract more investors? This is the key to getting credit. If he wants to be promoted to Deputy Divisional Chief within a short time, he must produce results that no one can achieve. Even if it is not for political achievements or marriage, Dong Xuebing still wants to do something for the people of Yan Tai County to develop the County. That's why he must make sure to attract more investors.
Dong Xuebing took a sip of water and went into deep thoughts.
Guo Panwei saw his teacup is almost empty and quickly refills it with the kettle.
"Panwei." Dong Xuebing looks at Guo Panwei. "How is the progress of the Agency's efforts to attract investments? Is everyone passionate about their work? "
Guo Panwei felt Chief Dong is testing him. He paused for a second and replied. "To be honest, everyone is passionate about their work. After all, every investment we get will get a commission of 1% or 2%. It's not a small amount. But from what I saw these few days, the Business Section is trying their best to attract investors. They had treated investors to meals and tried to pull some strings. But in the end, they still can't get investors to stay. They had only gotten a few million RMB worth of investments since Lunar New Year."
Dong Xuebing nodded. "It's because we did not do our job well."
"Maybe it's because of Yan Tai County's environment." Guo Panwei rolled his eyes and said flatteringly, "Your overall planning and planning has won the admiration of your subordinates. It's not your problem."
Dong Xuebing laughed. "I have a problem if I can't get investors. There's no point finding excuses."
Guo Panwei said apologetically, "It's our men who didn't execute your plan well."
"Alright, you're the only one who knows how to flatter." Dong Xuebing was amused by Guo Panwei's flattery. Sometimes, Guo Panwei's flattery can make Dong Xuebing relax. This is also a way to relieve stress. This is also the reason why Dong Xuebing transferred Guo Panwei to his side. Smiling often is good for his health. "Actually, I also did not expect the efficiency to increase. My foundation is still the same, and it's too difficult to make a huge leap in a short time."
Guo Panwei smiled and said, "As long as you're here, there won't be any problems."
Dong Xuebing laughed and did not continue the conversation. He looked at his watch. "The County's meeting should be over."
"… Should I call and ask?"
"No need."
In the morning, the County will hold a meeting to discuss the various departments' plans, and the Investment Promotion Agency's target for the year will be discussed. The results will be out before noon. That's why Dong Xuebing paid attention to the Investment Promotion Agency. Last year, the Investment Promotion Agency's target was more than 203 million RMB, exceeding the County's target by 50 million RMB. This figure is the total amount signed and not the funds received. With last year's results, this year's target will be higher than last year's target of 150 million RMB. But it's not clear how much higher.
Not only Dong Xuebing is concerned about this target, but many other Investment Promotion Agency staff are also keeping an eye on it.
If the County's target is 200 million RMB, it will be too stressful for them. Who will bear the responsibility if they fail to complete the target?
That's why everyone hopes the target is as low as possible. This is human nature.
Ring … ring … ring … the phone on the desk rang.
Guo Panwei quickly answered. "Hello, Chief's office … Oh … Oh … Wait a minute."
He passed the phone to Dong Xuebing and said softly. "Mayor Zhao is looking for you."
Dong Xuebing answered. "Mayor Zhao, I'm Dong Xuebing."
Deputy Mayor Zhao Xinglong, who is in charge of the Investment Promotion Agency, said. "Chief Dong, the meeting is over, and the target is out. It's hard to explain over the phone. Can you come over to my office?"
"Ok. I will go over now." After hanging up, Dong Xuebing said. "Panwei, let's go to the County Government."
Guo Panwei is now Dong Xuebing's secretary and driver. He opened the door for Dong Xuebing and let him sit in the leader's seat before driving to the County Government. Along the way, Dong Xuebing's face changed. He could sense something bad is going to happen. Zhao Xinglong had told Dong Xuebing that this year's target will be higher. But if the target is higher, Zhao Xinglong should have told Dong Xuebing over the phone and asked him to meet him. Something must have happened.
County Government.
Deputy Mayor's office.
Dong Xuebing knocked on the door and entered. "Mayor Zhao, this year's Investment Promotion Agency's target …"
"Don't be anxious. Have a seat first." Zhao Xinglong is a man of action, but he did not get straight to the point. He asked about Dong Xuebing's work and living conditions.
Dong Xuebing had no choice but to answer Zhao Xinglong's questions.
After chatting for a while, Zhao Xinglong said. "Chief Dong, you must be prepared. This year, the Investment Promotion Agency's target is very high."
Dong Xuebing looks at him. "How much?"
Zhao Xinglong replied with a serious face. "500 million."
"500 million?" Dong Xuebing took in a deep breath. "The target is 300 million more than last year?! Mayor Zhao, you can't do this. Are you making things difficult for us? Last year's 200 million is the highest in history, and everyone had tried their best to get at least 180 or 200 million. Why are you increasing the target by so many times? We must take it one step at a time. Why are we learning to run when we are just born? This is making things difficult for us! "
Zhao Xinglong sighed in his heart. His workload is very heavy, and he is under a lot of pressure. "The County Government's proposal did not include so many targets. But during the Party Committee meeting this morning, there was a problem. Party Secretary Xiang had suggested the County should focus on attracting investments. He wants the City and its sister cities to keep up with them. That's why there is a 500 million RMB target. The County is very concerned about attracting investments, and the Finance will allocate 3 million RMB in a few days."
Dong Xuebing asked with a straight face. "What if we can't complete the target?"
Zhao Xinglong replied. "We will hold them accountable."
"That means I will be fired?"
"No." Zhao Xinglong replied. "If we can't complete the target, I will also be held accountable. That's why Chief Dong, you must focus on attracting investments this year. The whole County is watching us."
Xiang Daofa again?
Are you trying to pick a fight with me?!
But Dong Xuebing knows he does not have the authority to do so, and Xiang Daofa is trying to win Xie Huilan's favor. Of course, Dong Xuebing does not rule out the possibility that Xiang Daofa is trying his best to support the County's investments. This is normal, and if the County's economy improves, Xiang Daofa will also get credit. But the target of 500 million RMB is too much. If Dong Xuebing can't complete it, he will be giving others an opportunity to use him.
After leaving Zhao Xinglong's office, Dong Xuebing got angrier and went upstairs to look for Xie Huilan.
He did not ask Secretary Hu if the Mayor is around and entered the office.
Xie Huilan, who was wearing a suit, was talking on the phone with a smile on her face. She saw Dong Xuebing and gestured for him to sit down. "Ok. Let's do this … alright. I still have something on. That's all." After hanging up, Xie Huilan looks at Dong Xuebing. "Haha … I knew you will come and complain to me. Tell me."
Dong Xuebing replied. "What else can I say? 500 million RMB? Why don't you give us 5 billion RMB?! "
Xie Huilan laughed. "You are very emotional. Haha … I heard that on your first day in office, you had boasted in front of all the staff that we can do what other Counties can do. Other Counties even have more than a billion RMB worth of investments …" Dong Xuebing was stunned.
Dong Xuebing is careful with his words. "Mayor Xie, I am trying to boost everyone's morale. But … never mind. I know it's useless to say anything. The Party Committee had already set the target, and I can't change it." Dong Xuebing is still emotional.
Xie Huilan looks at Dong Xuebing and pushed her teacup to him. "Have some water first."
Dong Xuebing did not stand on ceremony and gulped down all the drinks.
Xie Huilan laughed. "Actually, I agree to increase the Investment Promotion Agency's workload. Give the Agency more pressure, funds, and support the Investment Promotion Agency. I don't believe we can't get more investments. This is an important step for the County, and without pressure, how can there be motivation? Am I right? Considering that you have just taken office, I don't want to put any pressure on you. But now that Secretary Xiang has proposed it, if you have any conflict in your heart, just take it as my intention. This year, I also want to make the investment promotion work to a higher level, a big level, so the burden on your shoulders is very heavy. You can't work with emotions. "
Dong Xuebing paused for a while and said. "I am not trying to quit. Alright. Since you said this, I will also express my stance. It's only 500 million RMB, right? Fine! 500 million RMB! Even if I break my legs, I will get 500 million RMB investments for our County! If I can't complete this task, no one will hold me accountable. I will submit my resignation letter to you the next day! "
Xie Huilan gave Dong Xuebing a stare. "Haha … I didn't hear what you said at the end."
Dong Xuebing is ready to fight to the death. For Yan Tai County, the people, his marriage, and his political achievements, he must give it his all.
It's only 500 million RMB!
I am not afraid of anyone!
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