The first thousand two hundred and thirty chapters retreat and cooperation
Chapter 1,230 Retreat and Cooperation
"Mr. Liu, you're welcome. Please sit down."
"Thanks"
After the two sat down on the bench next to them, Khodorkovsky asked: "I don't know why Mr. Liu came to Mongolia this time. If you encounter any difficulties, you might as well tell me. I am in Mongolia."
I still have some connections, maybe I can help Mr. Liu."
"Thank you for your kindness, but my visit to Mongolia this time is not for official business. I just want to go out for a walk and relax," Liu Dong said calmly.
"Haha, you should relax a bit. Acquiring the Daewoo Group is a troublesome matter."
Having said this, Khodorkovsky looked at the young man in front of him with a trace of envy in his eyes. It seems that he only succeeded in one fell swoop and became an internationally renowned man because of the disintegration of the Soviet Union and the lack of effective supervision of the national economic privatization reform.
Financial and oil giants.
But at that time, he was already in his thirties, unlike Liu Dong now, who was only in his early twenties, and his financial strength had surpassed him several times.
Of course, he also believed that the other party could rise so quickly at such a young age, and he must have done a lot of murders and arson in secret, but Khodorkovsky didn't care about this.
Let me ask you, is there any politician or capitalist in the world who has a clean bottom?
Most people only care about the final result, and the process is not important.
"But having said that, I would like to congratulate Mr. Liu. Daewoo Group is a super consortium worth nearly 30 billion US dollars. To be able to annex such an industrial giant, Mr. Liu is now strong enough to stand at the forefront of the world."
"The success of Mr. Khodorkovsky's over-priced acquisition of Daewoo Group is certainly glorious, but I paid tens of billions of dollars for it."
The specific details of Liu Dong's merger with Daewoo Group have not been made public, so what Liu Dong will say is very vague.
"Haha, although the price is high, money is just a piece of paper. There will be many opportunities to earn it back in the future. But if you miss this unique opportunity, you will never have it again. So. Regarding Mr. Liu's decision, I
I admire you very much”
Khodorkovsky said this sincerely.
Liu Dong's methods and determination to annex Daewoo Group are just like when he risked losing his head. His methods to annex Yukos Oil Company are exactly the same.
However, looking at Liu Dong who simply nodded his head and said nothing after he finished speaking, Khodorkovsky knew that the other party was waiting for him to reveal the true purpose behind his series of actions.
After thinking about it for a while, Khodorkovsky did not hide it. He looked directly at Liu Dong and said with a slightly serious expression: "Mr. Liu is also engaged in the oil industry. I don't know if he has any concerns about Yukos Oil Company."
interest"
Hearing this, Liu Dong was greatly shocked.
He was a little unsure of what Khodorkovsky was thinking.
Because anyone who knows anything about Khodorkovsky will know that Yukos Petroleum Company is the real favorite among the many companies owned by Khodorkovsky.
Since he obtained a controlling stake in Yukos Oil Company in 1995, he has been squeezing out other shareholders in the company over the years. According to common sense, it is impossible for the other party to give up the shares he has worked so hard to obtain.
However, Liu Dong was still very curious about the hidden purpose behind the other party's words.
"Of course I am interested in Yukos Oil Company. But I know better its importance to you."
Liu Dong's temptation did not surprise Khodorkovsky.
After smiling, Khodorkovsky replied: "I can sell 20% of Yukos' shares to Pacific Petroleum at market price. And we can cooperate to build an oil pipeline from Russia to northern China through Mongolia.
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Yukos Oil Company's 20% stake makes Liu Dong very excited, but regarding the Sino-Russian oil pipeline, Liu Dong really hopes to build it himself. However, this kind of national-level strategic energy cooperation plan cannot be led by him alone.
If construction is to begin, approval from the central government is required.
Moreover, Liu Dong is certain that if this oil pipeline is truly to be built, it will definitely not be able to bypass the super giant PetroChina.
Looking at Liu Dong who was deep in thought, Khodorkovsky felt a little nervous at this moment, and even had a hint of expectation.
If it were in the past, he would naturally not give away the shares of Yukos Oil Company that he had worked so hard to obtain, especially such an important stake as 20%.
But unfortunately, they misjudged the situation at the beginning and actually promoted Putin, the tough KGB. As a result, after this guy took control of the country, he turned around and dealt with them, the former supporters of the oligarchs.
With the lessons learned from Gusinsky and Berezovsky, Khodorkovsky did not think that Putin would let him go. So he wanted to make a profit for himself without giving up his Yukos oil company.
Find a way out.
China, with its rapid economic development in recent years and increasingly close ties with Russia, is a good choice. So he thought of introducing Liu Dong to the management of Yukos, and then using his connections to connect the Sino-Russian oil pipeline.
This strategic resource channel that has made voices looming between China and Russia has become its own talisman.
Of course, Khodorkovsky also knew how difficult this matter was, but when the investigation against him in Russia became increasingly tense, this was the only feasible way he could think of.
If that doesn't work, then the huge wealth earned from selling Yukos oil company shares will be enough for him to live a superior and prosperous life after leaving Russia.
"Mr. Khodorkovsky, the matter is very important. I'm afraid I won't be able to give you an answer right now." If it were just the shares of Yukos Oil Company, that would be enough, but the Sino-Russian oil pipeline matter is really too difficult.
Although he had expected it, Khodorkovsky could not help but feel disappointed. "Liu, I know there are difficulties in this, but you also know how profitable it is, so please think about it carefully."
"Of course, I will give you the answer within three days at most."
Liu Dong thought briefly and said seriously.
He was well aware of the huge profits hidden in Khodorkovsky's two cooperation proposals.
Not to mention Yukos Oil Company, the Sino-Russian oil pipeline alone is definitely a good business with huge profits. Even if I can't swallow this big piece of fat alone in the end, as long as I become a major player in it, then Pacific Petroleum Industries
The value of assets will double.
Although the construction of this strategic oil pipeline will definitely be very difficult, as it will involve Mongolia in addition to China and Russia. But with Liu Dong's current strength, he already has the status of direct dialogue with national leaders.
Therefore, he believes that as long as he works hard, he should be able to achieve China's consent. After all, China is now an oil importer, and the amount of imported oil is still increasing rapidly with the rapid development of the domestic economy. If the China-Russia oil pipeline is successfully constructed,
It can also open up a new energy channel, thereby preventing Western countries from getting stuck in China's neck on the source of oil in the Middle East.
In Russia, if Khodorkovsky, the richest man, participates, it will also be able to maximize Russia's recognition.
Although Khodorkovsky is now somewhat in decline in Russia, his deep network of relationships cannot be ignored. At least he will have a higher success rate than if Liu Dong took action on his own.
As for Mongolia, if China and Russia both agree, it will naturally not have much objection.
However, it is possible, and investment of billions of dollars cannot be decided by just patting one's head. Even if Liu Dong is the chairman of Hanhua Group, he still needs to solicit opinions from his subordinates. At the same time, assess the risks of this cooperation, and
future profit margins.
"I look forward to getting an answer that Mr. Liu agrees with in three days," Khodorkovsky said with a smile.
"Of course, I also hope to cooperate with you."
After shaking hands with Khodorkovsky again, Liu Dong declined the other party's dinner invitation.
After watching the other party leave, Liu Dong looked at him after finishing lunch. His expression was no longer as ferocious as the beast before, and he said with a sense of innocence, "Have a good game this afternoon. Remember to come to me after it's over."
"knew"
After touching his head, Pige grinned.
For Liu Dong, he could always feel the comfort from the other person. So he naturally accepted the change of master.
Smiling and patting Pige on the shoulder, Liu Dong turned around and walked out of the room.
Although the pigeons have now been given to him by Khodorkovsky, they cannot be taken away until the game is over.
In addition, Liu Dong also has a more determined idea of winning this wrestling competition.
The reason for this is not that Liu Dong values the $1 million winning prize, but that he is eager to increase his influence in Mongolia through winning this wrestling competition.
With this influence, he will have more ability to promote the success of the China-Russia oil pipeline resolution.
"Next, I will win the championship with an overwhelming victory."
Looking at the golden fireball hanging high in the sky at noon and feeling the heat of the light hitting his body, Liu Dong's heart became hot.
The afternoon competition of the Naadam Wrestling Competition is held after 2 o'clock. Because it is a more intense national elephants competition, and in addition, there are generally more masters in this wrestling competition than in previous years, so the attraction will naturally increase exponentially.
This can be seen from the fact that there seemed to be more people in the stands than in the morning, and there were nearly twice as many news media around.
To be continued.
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