Vitalia called and asked herself to go to the capital?
Why do these sound like two completely unrelated things? Vitalia is either in Mingzhou or Ma Gang. When did she go to the capital?
If you just travel in the capital, it's okay. The problem is, if you travel, you don't need Qin Tao!
Inviting Qin Tao to go to the capital together must have other things.
Proposals about electric vehicles can only go so far. This is an idea anyway, and actual implementation will require a lot of time and preparation.
After leaving the Second Design Institute, Qin Tao and Xu Zhengyang took the train to the capital.
"Berezovsky has come to the capital, as well as Yalevsky, who is in charge of their domestic energy projects. They have only one purpose here." Xu Zhengyang introduced the intelligence that had just been compiled to Qin Tao.
"Laying oil pipelines." Qin Tao said: "This project must be completed as soon as possible, otherwise, there may be changes."
It is now 1995. After the talks are completed this year, it is best to start construction and complete the construction in two or three years. There should be no big problems. If it is delayed, big problems may arise.
Xu Zhengyang has had many experiences with Qin Tao's unfounded worries. Although he didn't know why at the beginning, in the future, he will find that Mr. Qin's worries are correct.
If Mr. Qin doesn't tell him, he doesn't need to ask, he will know it later.
"What about our country? Do you have any ideas?" Qin Tao asked.
"Domestic oil companies are very happy. They are all looking forward to negotiating the project as soon as possible. However, there is one issue that is very critical."
"what is the problem?"
"Mr. Berezovsky only believes in you, so the partner you want to cooperate with is the Mingzhou Group." Xu Zhengyang said: "Our domestic oil companies want them to be the main body."
Qin Tao nodded, and he finally understood the problem.
He just wanted to be the matchmaker, but his old friend Berezovsky didn't believe in others, so he believed in himself!
Qin Tao became a middleman.
In this day and age, it's really possible.
After all, in the past, the motherland has always been an oil exporter, and even the foreign exchange earned from oil exports helped solve some domestic foreign exchange shortage problems. However, by 1993, the motherland's economy continued to develop and required more and more energy.
, finally transformed from an oil exporting country to an importing country.
So, how to import oil?
It is still a period of chaos. It is not like in later generations where only two barrels of oil can be imported. Especially in the south, many private oil companies have emerged.
Therefore, this also brought an opportunity to Qin Tao.
Qin Tao originally did not want to get involved in the energy field, but since he was needed to contribute, he had to shoulder this responsibility.
(This is not a lie by the hero of East China. In the 1990s, there were many domestic private oil companies, such as the famous Xue, whose Brightoil Oil was called the fourth barrel of oil.)
"Currently, in the international market, various oil-producing countries belong to the upper end of the entire industrial chain. They control the pricing power of oil by regulating production. Those energy giants in Europe and the United States belong to the middle end of the industrial chain. They use capital to interfere
The price of oil, profit from it, as for our two barrels of domestic oil, mainly because we have a large number of sales channels, they are at the lowest end, and our Mingzhou Group can be inserted into the middle link."
Qin Tao talked to Xu Zhengyang about his ideas.
Capital, railway station.
"Qin, you came so quickly!"
Seeing Vitalia coming to greet her on the platform, Qin Tao had a strange feeling, as if their identities had been swapped. Vitalia became the host and he became the guest!
"Weina, when did you come?" Qin Tao asked.
"Me? An hour ago." Vitalia
Said: "I heard that you were coming soon, so I came here to wait for you, and then we went to see my father together."
"This, okay!"
Qin Tao was acting as China's negotiator, and he was supposed to meet with people from the oil company first. However, Berezovsky was his good friend after all. During the Eastern Sea's return to China, Berezovsky
Zovsky was a big help, so Qin Tao had to go see this old friend.
The car drove to the Capital International Hotel, the most luxurious presidential suite, and Qin Tao saw the radiant Berezovsky.
"Boris, my old friend, I am very happy to see you." Qin Tao reached out his hand enthusiastically.
"Yes, I'm very happy too, Qin, we haven't seen each other for two years. Your career is getting bigger and bigger, have you forgotten about me?"
Berezovsky said and gave Qin Tao a warm hug.
"Of course not." Qin Tao smiled and hugged the other party: "When I received the call, didn't I come directly?"
"Qin, come, let me introduce to you, this is Yalevsky." Berezovsky smiled and introduced another companion to Qin Tao.
"Hello, nice to meet you." Qin Tao shook hands with Yalevsky.
"Qin, you are a celebrity now. In Moscow, everyone is commenting on your methods. You sent Er Mao's warship back to the east, and you also fooled the west several times." Yalevsky said.
Qin Tao smiled and shook his head: "No, no, our company is responsible for the modification of that ship. Those things were done by Green Innovation Company. The daughter of my old friend is the most capable."
Vitalia smiled and said nothing.
"Okay, let's get down to business." Berezovsky began to get down to business: "Qin, I am currently the largest shareholder of Sibneft, owning 51% of the company's shares. Our company currently wants to
We need to build the Anderson-Dalian Pipeline and sell the oil to the East.”
"This is a very good idea." Qin Tao said: "Your country has a lot of oil resources, but you can't use that much oil. Therefore, selling this oil can increase your foreign exchange income and improve your
Gross Domestic Product. For us, the output of Daqing Oilfield has become less and less, so it is very important to be able to receive your oil."
When the Daqing Oilfield was first mined, most of them were self-effluent wells. A hole was drilled, and the oil spurted up. When the spray stopped, they started to use a kowtow machine to extract it. When the drainage could no longer be extracted, water injection started again.
, and more and more water is injected, and even chemical reagents with washing functions are developed. Everyone knows that the Daqing Oilfield will go downhill day by day.
Of course, later generations of Daqing people continued to use various methods to maintain Daqing's output. Compared with the peak annual output of 50 million tons, it was reduced to 40 million tons. It is still the largest oil field in the country.
As for the oil pipeline going south from the Daqing Oilfield, the flow rate will decrease year by year. It would be great if it could take over the large amount of oil.
"However, there are still some problems with this project." Yalevsky spoke.
Even if Berezovsky controls Sibneft, he cannot do whatever he wants. If he wants to build an oil pipeline, he still needs state consent.
There has been no progress in negotiations between domestic oil companies and Yukos because the relationship between Yukos and Moscow is not good.
"what is the problem?"
"First of all, according to the original plan, the Antai-Dalian Line will pass through the southern end of Lake Baikal. In this way, if crude oil leaks, it may pollute Lake Baikal."
The Anda-Daqing Line is the simplest. It is almost a straight line from Angarsk Oilfield to Daqing. It just bends a corner to the south in order to go around Lake Baikal. It is to the west of Daqing the whole way.
Lake Baikal is very famous. It is said that the fresh water it stores accounts for one-fifth of the freshwater lakes in the world. Therefore, Da Mao attaches great importance to this lake.
However, this is only one of the reasons, or even just an excuse.
Qin Tao smiled: "If this is the case, then we can continue further south and completely bypass Baikal.
lake."
"Yes, we thought so too, but after we expressed our stance, the black hands behind it finally appeared." Berezovsky said: "They said that since they want to build an oil pipeline to the east, then
We should not only consider China, but also consider other countries such as Kimchi countries and island countries to maximize the benefits of this oil pipeline."
Sure enough, there are other countries disrupting the situation.
The island country is also a resource-poor country that relies entirely on maritime transportation. How can we not be jealous when we see China and Mauritius cooperating to build oil pipelines?
They encouraged their spokesmen in Moscow to raise objections to this pipeline. If it were to be built, Mao's overall interests in the Far East must be taken into account.
Berezovsky called Qin Tao over because he actually wanted him to help solve this problem.
How to deal with it?
Qin Tao waved his hand: "Zhengyang, lay out the map!"
After Xu Zhengyang spread out the map, Qin Tao picked up a pen and started drawing on it.
"If you want to maximize the interests of the country, then you need to completely negate the original plan and push the oil pipeline 400 kilometers north." Qin Tao's hand extends from the Angarsk oil field.
"We followed the Baikal-Amur Railway, starting from the oil field, heading towards Skovorodino and then extending along the border between our two countries to Nakhodka." Qin Tao said. On the map, this line almost follows
Cockscomb walking.
"In this way, we will connect a branch line here in Skovorodino, cross our Mohe River, and build it all the way to Daqing."
Hearing what Qin Tao said, Yalevsky was silent for a while before finally speaking: "Qin, you are indeed a good friend of Boris. You not only consider your interests, but also the interests of our country. In fact, the island country
The plan given by Bian is also like this, this is the Anna Line."
This was the first time for Yalevsky to interact with Qin Tao. He only heard Boris say that Qin Tao was a good friend, but he didn't see it with his own eyes. Today, he finally saw it.
Qin Tao did not insist on the An-Dalian line, the shortest oil pipeline that is most beneficial to China, but chose another route for them, taking into account the national interests of Mao, which is really good!
"Yes, as good friends, we all have to think from each other's perspective." Qin Tao said: "For now, this route should be the most suitable. Of course, considering the complexity of the construction period,
, I suggest that you divide the construction into two phases. First, build the pipeline from the Angarsk oil field to Skovorodno. After this section of the pipeline is completed, then build the pipeline from Skovorodno to Nakhodka.
"
Xu Zhengyang has completely understood.
It is impossible to say that Mr. Qin is not evil. The current arrangement clearly means that he has no intention of leaving a mouthful of crude oil for the people of the island country, and it also prevents the island country from expressing any objections!
"Your funds should not be sufficient. To build the first phase of the project, you need to invest a lot of money. After the repairs are completed, you can make money by transporting oil to our country. It would be most appropriate to use the money earned to continue to build the second phase of the project.
.”
Berezovsky nodded: "Yes, you are right. Our plan will definitely be passed in Moscow. As long as your oil company agrees, it will be no problem. Qin, can you represent you?"
Oil company?"
Qin Tao shook his head: "Of course not."
The smile on Yalevsky's face froze immediately. What did you say? After doing this for a long time, your words don't count!
"However, I don't think there will be much of a problem. After all, with this construction, our domestic lines will be one or two hundred kilometers longer than the original Antai-Dalian line. As long as we can get a lot of oil, the extra few hundred kilometers will be worth it.
of."
The original shortest path in China was about 700 kilometers, but now with this design, it will rise to more than 900 kilometers.
Domestically, it has only increased by one or two hundred kilometers. Lao Maozi's side needs to increase by four to five hundred kilometers. If they are willing to do this, then they can do it themselves.
This chapter is not over yet, please click on the next page to continue reading! This kind of project has risen to a strategic significance, even if Berezovsky is sitting on it
Town, it is impossible to get everyone in Moscow to listen to him, so the Ananda-Dalian Line is destined to be impassable, so it is better to go around in a circle like this.
"Yes, there are a lot more of you, and we have to build a lot more in our country. To build this oil pipeline, we need a lot of funds." Yalevsky said: "This is a new problem we are facing.
question."
Oil exports cannot be decided by a private oil company. The construction of pipelines requires passing through a large amount of land. These are projects that need to be promoted by the state. And this oil pipeline requires more than just Sibneft's shares.
There must also be shares from the Maoist State, which means that they also have to invest funds during construction.
But, they have no money!
How to build it without money?
"Money is indeed a big problem." Qin Tao said: "Without funds, we cannot build pipelines. If we cannot build pipelines, that means we cannot export oil to make money. If we cannot make money, we cannot build pipelines. So, you need
An initial capital."
Qin Tao looked at Yalevsky: "If our Mingzhou Group contributes capital and also holds shares in the pipeline, I guess you won't agree."
Yalevsky nodded: "This pipeline belongs to the state."
"Then, you have to think of other ways." Qin Tao said: "Isn't the island country clamoring loudly? Then you just let them provide loans!"
Although the island countries are not as well-off as they were in the late 1980s, the foundation is still there. Now that there is a shortage of money to build oil pipelines, of course we have to ask the island people for money.
Yalevsky nodded: "Yes, we are negotiating with the island countries, hoping that they can provide us with a loan of 10 billion U.S. dollars. However, after our calculations, the money is still not enough, and there are still 5 billion U.S. dollars.
The dollar gap."
Qin Tao is not a god. Whatever he can think of, Damao can also think of. Moreover, Damao will probably think more about how to get money.
Da Mao has already thought of borrowing money from the islanders, but he can't keep asking for it endlessly, right?
Ten billion US dollars is already a huge debt, but it is not enough.
Qin Tao was also speechless. Why is it not enough? I guess you have to do something about it. If it is not enough, it will stuff your own pockets, right?
With the construction of the pipeline, Sibneft can more easily sell oil to the Far East, which is beneficial to the major shareholder Berezovsky. But what about Yalevsky? What benefits can he, a government official, get?
?
He accompanied Berezovsky here to promote this project, so that he could stuff part of his pocket and many others in the same chain with him, right?
"Five billion U.S. dollars is really a sky-high price." Qin Tao said, "Even our Mingzhou Group cannot afford this much money."
Mingzhou Group's profitability is very strong, but it would be good if they have hundreds of millions of working capital on their books. Five billion US dollars is an astronomical figure for Qin Tao!
"Yes, this is a big problem." Berezovsky said: "But if the funding problem is not solved, then the construction of this oil pipeline will be out of the question. Qin, you must have a way."
Qin Tao thought for a while and then said: "We can sign an oil purchase agreement. From now on, in the next few years, while you are building oil pipelines, you can also transport us by rail and continuously provide us with
Oil, repay our debt to us by exporting oil."
Da Mao has no money, but Da Mao has oil. It can completely repay debts through oil, so that construction can start.
"As for the price of oil, there are two ways. One is that we negotiate a suitable fixed price, and we will trade at this price no matter how the crude oil market changes. The other is to continue to float according to the international price until it remains stable.
Until all debts are settled."
Berezovsky and Yalevsky thought about it and then nodded. If they follow this plan, it is still feasible.
"Is there any bank in your country that will give us a loan?" Berezovsky became worried about this matter again.
complete
After all, this is five billion US dollars!
"Of course it's no problem. With our Mingzhou Group's guarantee, there's nothing wrong with it." Qin Tao said: "Besides, you can borrow 10 billion from the island country. We don't need to borrow 5 billion all at once."
Once it’s in place, we can definitely lend out a billion dollars every year, so that the oil transported by rail every year can offset the current year’s debt.”
"I think it's okay!"
Just like that, all obstacles were cleared!
Qin Tao is also very satisfied. Even if Mingzhou Group guarantees it, it is worth taking some risks. This oil pipeline is so important to the country! Because it is an important channel for obtaining oil from land.
According to the design plan, the annual oil transportation capacity is 30 million tons, which is already a drop in the bucket for the motherland of later generations. However, if there is an energy problem, this oil can at least ensure the normal operation of the country's main institutions.
"Now that everyone agrees, I will coordinate this plan with our domestic leaders." Qin Tao said, "After both parties are satisfied, we can sign the agreement as soon as possible and start construction as soon as possible.
"After Qin Tao finished speaking, he glanced at Berezovsky: "Boris, my old friend, I can't help you now. When the project is signed, I will serve you a celebratory drink!"
Qin Tao was busy with his travels. After finishing his meeting with Da Mao's old friend, he went to find the relevant leaders of the oil company.
"Mr. Qin, how is Damao doing?" Leader Zhao became very eager after seeing Qin Tao.
"There are many problems over there. After discussing with me, we have a preliminary plan. Let me introduce it to you."
This chapter is not finished yet, please click on the next page to continue reading the exciting content! After Qin Tao explained the agreement just reached, it was Leader Zhao's turn to frown.
"Mr. Qin, according to your design plan, we need to add one or two hundred kilometers of pipeline. This is not a big problem. What is important is that we have to pass under the HLJ. I am afraid that it will pollute their Lake Baikal.
Aren’t we afraid of polluting our own white mountains and black waters?”
"Yes, in this case, we need to have a length of 1.5 kilometers to pass through HLJ, but for us, this is the best result." Qin Tao said: "If we lose this opportunity, then
, future negotiations will waste more time and will definitely not be as refreshing as now. Da Mao will continue to use this channel to threaten us and link it to other projects."
The reason why the negotiations are going smoothly now is that Mao’s oil company is privately owned, and these big guys can play a big role. In the future, Mao will nationalize the oil. At that time, when Mao is negotiating, all kinds of things will happen.
Such conditions kept being raised.
They require China to introduce their nuclear power plant equipment, they require investment in refineries and gas stations in China, they require how much coal they export to China every year, etc.
"Mr. Qin, is 30 million tons of oil transportation a bit too much? We imported a total of 12 million tons from abroad last year, and this year we will only import 178 million tons at most." Leader Zhao asked again.
Got the second question.
"When this pipeline is built, our domestic import demand will reach more than 50 million tons, or even 70 or 80 million tons. By then, everyone will think that this pipeline is not enough." Qin Tao said: "
If you are still hesitant, I will not get involved in this project. I don’t want to end up with complaints.”
"Mr. Qin, we trust your judgment. Now, we have one last question." Leader Zhao said: "Do domestic banks dare to lend these five billion US dollars?"