489, Chu Huan withdraws from the acquisition(1/3)
There are more and more reports in Hong Kong about the Wheelock takeover battle, and at the same time, the situation is becoming increasingly clear.
After analysis, Xiangjiang Media concluded that there are seven consortiums that hope to acquire Wheelock, namely Jardine Matheson, Swire, Hehe International, Cheung Kong, Global Group, Sihai Group, and Jiaku.
I don’t know who broke the news that the Hong Kong government does not want Chu Huan’s Jiaku Department to get Wheelock, and has even had a phone call with Wheelock’s John Madden.
As soon as this news came out, it was immediately firmly denied by the Hong Kong government.
Colonial Secretary Luo Pi-shi personally came forward to clarify, saying that Hong Kong is an open and tolerant city and no consortium will be targeted.
The Wheelock acquisition war is a normal business behavior and the Hong Kong government will not intervene in any way.
Although this statement dispelled some people's suspicions, it was still discussed a lot. In addition, some media wanted to interview Chu Huan about this matter, but Chu Huan refused.
It was only learned from Chu Huan’s secretary Xu Yi that Chu Huan believed that Hong Kong was an open and tolerant city and that such a thing would not happen to the Hong Kong government.
In addition, John Madden, Wheelock's chief clerk, also denied that he had received a call from the Hong Kong government.
It seems that this matter is really a groundless thing.
But no matter what, in this acquisition war, Chu Huan’s Jiaku Group became the consortium least likely to acquire Wheelock.
Some media have even reported that Chu Huan’s Jiaku department has fallen behind in advance!
Fanling Royal Golf Course!
Chu Huan, who was wearing a Nike sportswear, had just hit a good shot. The Colonial Secretary Luo Bishi, who was holding a club next to him, handed the club to the caddy next to him and applauded Chu Huan.
“Dr. Chu’s skills are really getting better and better!”
Chu Huan handed the club in his hand to the caddy, and then said with a smile, "There is no way, the opponents are all masters, if you can't improve your skills, there will be no way to continue playing with everyone!"
Luo Bishi chuckled lightly and said, "Is there something in Mr. Chu's words?"
Chu Huan waved his hand and said straight to the point, "Is this decision the Hong Kong government's decision or the British government's decision?"
Luo Bishi also said with some helplessness, "Dr. Chu, why do you ask knowingly? No matter whether it is the Hong Kong government, the British government, Wheelock, or Chairman Chu, they can't get it!"
"Haha!" Chu Huan smiled contemptuously and said, "Hong Kong is an open and tolerant city. The Hong Kong government manages Hong Kong with an all-inclusive attitude!"
Facing Chu Huan's cynicism, Luo Bishi only frowned slightly. At this time, Chu Huan's reputation was no longer limited to Xiangjiang. Through the acquisition of Ford Motor shares, he had become a successful businessman that attracted global attention.
The Hong Kong government actually doesn't want to have any conflict with Chu Huan, because doing so would be very bad for their reputation.
British people still need to save face!
"Director Chu, there are many relationships involved here. I hope Director Chu can understand some things!" Luo Bishi comforted Chu Huan and said, "In fact, according to Director Chu's current business empire, even without Wheelock, he is still the number one person in Hong Kong.
Why bother making everyone unhappy?"
"Forget it, since the Hong Kong government has already spoken, I will give you face no matter what!" Chu Huan said helplessly.
Seeing what Chu Huan said, Luo Bishi secretly breathed a sigh of relief. It would be best if he could convince Chu Huan to give up on his own initiative.
"but"
After hearing Chu Huan's sermon, Luo Bishi's heart sank, knowing that Chu Huan would not give up on this matter so easily.
"But I hope this is the last time. If something like this happens again in the future, Duca, our friendship will no longer work!"
Luo Bishi's full name is Sri Paduka Luo Bishi.
Luo Bishi frowned slightly. In fact, he had heard a rumor that Chu Huan had always been very interested in Jardine Matheson, the first listed company in Xiangjiang. However, this rumor had never been put into actual action, except that Chu Huan was helping HSBC acquire North American Marine.
At the time of the Bank of Milan, it acquired 5 shares of Jardine Matheson from HSBC!
There will be no other actions at all.
Now that Chu Huan suddenly said this, could he have thoughts about Yihe again?
However, Luo Bishi immediately thought of Chu Huan's business practices in North America. Chu Huan spent US$1.3 billion to acquire shares of Ford Motor Company. Chu Huan probably did not have the funds to have any ideas for Jardine He.
But if you agree to Chu Huan now, and if Chu Huan really takes action against Yihe in the future, what will you do on your side?
Seeing that Luo Bishi did not answer him, Chu Huan continued to smile and said, "Duka, according to the current development of Chinese capital in Xiangjiang, acquisition wars with foreign capital consortiums in Xiangjiang will definitely happen again in the future. Blocking is worse than sparing. If you only know how to For protection, this kind of thing will be known to the media sooner or later.
What kind of image will the Hong Kong government have by then, what kind of image will the British capital in Hong Kong have, and most importantly, can it really be prevented?"
Luo Bishi chuckled lightly and said, "There is no need for Chairman Chu to say such a big truth. I know the actual situation. But again, there are some things that our Hong Kong government cannot do if we want to. You have to know that these things in Xiangjiang
The British-funded consortium also has its own connections in England.
Even if we decide not to do anything, the British side will most likely impose an order!"
Chu Huan said nonchalantly, "It's just a possibility. Duka, what I want is the attitude of the Hong Kong government, not the attitude of the British. As for the British attitude, naturally it is up to me to resolve it!"
Luo Bishi was slightly stunned. There was a lot of information in Chu Huan's words. Could it be that Chu Huan also had his own connections in England?
However, after thinking about this doubt for a while, Luo Bishi was relieved.
What is Chu Huan’s status now?
The richest man in Hong Kong, the richest Chinese man, with such a background, it would be strange if he didn’t establish some relationships of his own!
Thinking of this, Luo Bishi smiled easily and said, "Our Chief Secretary is very supportive of his MPs!"
This chapter is not over yet, please click on the next page to continue reading! Just after the Colonial Secretary issued a statement on the Wheelock takeover battle, the Colonial Secretary officially changed his name to the Chief Secretary, and the Colonial Secretary also became the Chief Secretary.
Chu Huan understood that his goal had been achieved. In fact, Chu Huan really had nothing else he wanted from the Chief Secretary at this time.
The only thing they can do now is to use their official background to stumble themselves, but as long as they can continue to maintain their current status, the Hong Kong government will have to step back and wait for more than a year.
The situation in his hometown changed, and Ma Jizu completed his layout in England.
The Hong Kong government will no longer be able to have any impact on itself.
As for Wheelock, his appearance was just a pretense to eliminate some people's speculations, so naturally he can withdraw at any time!
After the meeting with Luo Bishi, Xu Yi issued a statement on behalf of Chu Huan, saying that after research, the Jiaku Department believed that Wheelock's business overlapped with that of the Jiaku Department in many aspects. After research by the senior management of the Jiaku Department, it was decided
Officially withdrawing from Wheelock’s takeover battle!
As soon as this news came out, it once again caused a sensation in Hong Kong.
As the number one person in Hong Kong, Chu Huan, although many people understand that it will be difficult for him to acquire Wheelock, not only will he have to face other competitors, but also the pressure from the Hong Kong government.
But no matter how you look at it, Chu Huan’s Jiaku series shouldn’t be the first to quit!
Unfortunately, Chu Huan was the first to quit!
Sun Hung Kai Properties, conference room!
Guo Desheng, Guo Bingxiang, Guo Bingjiang, Zheng Yutong, Zheng Jiachun, Zhao Congyan, Zhao Shipeng, Zhao Shizeng, Tang Jiqian and Tang Yunian were sitting around.
"Ah Huan actually withdrew?"
After receiving this news, Guo Desheng and others were extremely surprised. After all, when they met Chu Huan before, Chu Huan acted very forcefully and even said what was necessary for Wheelock.
Now Chu Huan has become the first to quit?
Such a result made everyone doubt it.
Zhao Congyan's eldest son, Zhao Shipeng, had the least contact with Chu Huan among these people and had little friendship with him. At this time, he spoke out.
"I think Chu Huan's withdrawal is reasonable, right? Chu Huan is such a high-profile person, and there must be people in the Hong Kong and British governments who are unhappy with him. In addition, although Chu Huan is now the number one person in Hong Kong, his foundation is
It's still a bit shallow, and neither the Hong Kong government nor the British government's connections can compare with those of the established financial groups.
Under such circumstances, I think it is a wise choice for Chu Huan to withdraw!"
Zhao Shipeng's words did not help others to understand. Zhao Shizeng even directly refuted his elder brother and said, "If it were other people, maybe it would be like this.
But Ah Huan clearly told Daddy and the others before that he was absolutely determined to get Wheelock. If this was the case, Ah Huan would not have given up so easily!"
"Perhaps he just wanted to paralyze his father and the others at that time, and wanted them to give up on Wheelock so that he would have one less opponent, but now he knows that he has no hope, so he gave up!"
Zhao Shipeng did not just follow what the other party said just because Zhao Shizeng was his younger brother.
In fact, the Zhao brothers are the norm for wealthy families in Xiangjiang. Later, when Zhao Congyan passed away, they also chose to go to court for the Zhao family's wealth!
Seeing what Zhao Shizeng wanted to say, Zhao Congyan said directly, "Okay, what's the fuss like!?"
When the two brothers saw that their father had spoken, they said nothing more.
As for the others, they didn't take this matter to heart. They are all wealthy families, so it's not surprising that they are used to this situation!
"This matter is definitely not as simple as it seems on the surface. I believe that Ah Huan will not let anything go, so his withdrawal this time must have some inside story that we don't know!"
Zheng Yutong preached calmly.
Zheng Yutong's words were recognized by others present.
Everyone has been dealing with Chu Huan for a long time. Naturally, they understand Chu Huan's character. If Chu Huan was someone who gave up so easily, then he would not be able to achieve what he is now.
Tang Jiqian said, "I don't think we can let this matter lead us to our own pace. No matter what kind of methods Ah Huan has, our purpose has never changed, which is to do our best."
We got Wheelock, so it’s more appropriate for us to study our own strategies. After all, we can’t control others, but we can better control ourselves!”
Everyone nodded again, and Zheng Yutong said, "I have already bought a ticket to fly to London this afternoon. I will take care of the British government's side by then!"
Zheng Yutong actually has very deep connections in England.
In another time and space, Zheng Yutong's foundation laying of the Convention and Exhibition Center was even attended by the Queen of England. From this, it can be seen that Zheng Yutong definitely has his own resources in England!
Guo Desheng said, "I also made an appointment with He Shanheng for afternoon tea this afternoon."
To be continued...