Regarding the Russian President's invitation, Jiang Chen did not give Natasha a clear answer, but said that he would visit Moscow when the time was right. Due to the economic situation in Russia, Futureman Group currently has very little business in Russia, and the sales of Phantom helmets are far less popular than those in North America and East Asia.
After receiving Xia Shiyu's call, Jiang Chen immediately went to the company.
The person who requested an interview with him was a representative of the Boston Consortium, and the identity of this representative was also extraordinary.
After some discussion, the two came to the conclusion that there was an 80% chance that the Boston consortium's visit was for reconciliation.
In the confrontation with the Future People Group, they finally refused to waste any more. For that 1.5 billion fresh water project, they lost at least 10 billion US dollars.
Of course, Jiang Chen also lost a lot of money. The most profitable company, Futureman Technology, suffered a loss for the first time, which already explains a lot of problems.
But if this battle goes to the end, the first one to be unable to withstand it will definitely be the Boston Consortium. Even if the Federal Reserve comes to help, even if they upgrade the network security shield, Jiang Chen has quantum computers as support, and it will only be a matter of time before he breaks through the defense again.
Early the next morning, Jiang Chen met Carson Lodge, the majority shareholder of the First National Bank of Boston, next to a Gulfstream G650 at the Coro Island Airport. Unlike the internationally renowned financial tycoon, Jiang Chen had never heard of his name, and he had never heard of the Rocky family.
Although they are both one of the families that control the Boston consortium, their popularity is far less than that of the Kennedy family, which is "burdened with a short-lived curse", nor is it as well-known as the Adams family, whose ancestors participated in the drafting of the "Declaration of Independence." However, this mysterious Lodge family is Holds a power that cannot be ignored.
Not only was he a major shareholder of the First National Bank of Boston, he was also one of the secret shareholders of the Federal Reserve. In order to collect this information, the ghost agents lurking in the United States spent a lot of effort.
This kind-faced old man in a blue suit is much more energetic than he looks.
"Seeing is better than hearing. Mr. Jiang Chen looks much younger than in the newspaper." Seeing Jiang Chen, Carson Lodge came up to him with a smile and stretched out his hand to shake Jiang Chen's.
Judging from the smiling faces alone, it is impossible to imagine that the two sides have already met each other in the business field.
"Mr. Lodge has spoken."
While Jiang Chen was thinking about the meaning of his personal visit, he smiled and exchanged greetings with him.
Since we were staying in the presidential suite of the Hilton Hotel in the Heart of the Ocean, Hilton's special car responsible for picking up and dropping off VIPs had already arrived at the airport. Arriving at the Heart of the Ocean with Carson Lodge, Jiang Chen asked Wei Yun, CEO of Future Travel, to prepare a reception room when Mr. Lodge checked into the hotel.
Half an hour later, the two of them took their seats in the reception room.
"In some aspects, we may have a little misunderstanding. And I came here this time just to clear up the misunderstanding between us." Carson said straight to the point.
"For example?" Jiang Chen asked with a smile.
"For example, we had disagreements about the Saudi freshwater project, and the disagreements led to friction in our other businesses." After a pause, Carson looked at Jiang Chen, "Then I won't talk nonsense. Keep going. It’s not good for anyone, it’s just who suffers greater losses, do you agree with me?”
"I deeply agree, but this does not mean that we will compromise. Futureman Group only promises not to use unfair competition methods first." Jiang Chen smiled.
"Oh? In other words, you admit that the leak of depositors' information was your fault?" Carson said with a smile.
"I've never said that, please don't misinterpret my meaning, and don't make assumptions without evidence." Jiang Chen said without hesitation.
Carson Lodge glanced at Jiang Chen meaningfully, paused, and then continued.
"For the Saudi freshwater project, we will negotiate with other shareholders in the US matrix to withdraw from the project."
Technically, American Matrix has lost to Future Man Heavy Industries. Whether they withdraw or not, their chances of winning are slim. Unless the Saudis insist on building their own desalination plant, their equipment is unattractive.
This favor was sold with absolutely no sincerity.
"A very wise choice. But what I want to say is that the problem is not here at all." Jiang Chen shook his head, put his hands on the table, stared into Carson's eyes and continued, "Since you have plans for peace talks, then I Let’s not beat around the bush. Stop all unfair competition against the Future People Group and return to the framework of fair competition.”
After a pause, Jiang Chen said seriously.
"Otherwise, we will take further action."
The silence lasted for two minutes before Carson opened his mouth to explain.
"The antitrust investigation into Futureman Technology has been brewing for some time. Virtual reality networks are on the rise, and the United States will not rely on foreign companies to entrust its network security. We just left this discussion for a long time without coming to a conclusion. The plan is advanced.”
"Really? We are deeply sorry about the hacker attack on Boston Bank. I heard that the United States is subject to tens of thousands of cyber attacks from overseas IP addresses every day. Compared with this leakage of depositor information, it is just an accident." Jiang Chen smiled.
And by chance, it may happen again.
Carson fell into silence again, and after a long time, he spoke in a gentle tone.
"We're here to talk about reconciliation today, aren't we?"
"Since you intend to reconcile, at least please come up with a proposal that shows your sincerity. Mr. Rocky, I have to remind you that you started this war in the first place." Jiang Chen said sternly.
From the moment the Blue Seagull environmental organization pointed its finger at the Future People Group, this war was no longer limited to the American Matrix and Future People Heavy Industries. Naturally, there is only one way to end this war, and that is for both sides to withdraw their hands from each other.
The U.S. Department of Justice stopped its illegal antitrust investigation into Futureman Technology, and Futureman Technology stopped its hacking operation against the First National Bank of Boston.
Carson tapped his finger lightly on the table and said.
"We can help you withdraw the lawsuit from the Department of Justice, but do you also have to do something for our losses?"
"What's your opinion?"
“Recovering our losses in depositors’ credit and Dow Jones-listed equities.”
"We are not very good at manipulating stocks. I may not be able to help with this matter." Jiang Chen leaned on his chair and spread his hands.
"It has nothing to do with stocks. There is a proverb in China, no acquaintance without fighting. Since it is not in the interests of both of us to continue fighting, there is only one option left. What I mean is, are you interested in starting strategic cooperation with us? ?" Carson Lodge smiled.
Carson's proposal was beyond Jiang Chen's expectation. The Boston Consortium is actually willing to abandon its prejudices and launch strategic cooperation with the Future Man Group on the basis of reconciliation
After being silent for a long time, Jiang Chen spoke.
"Your proposal is very tempting. But I want to hear the specific content of this cooperation."
"I came prepared." He took out a document from his briefcase and placed it on the table. The old man smiled brightly.
Picking up the document, Jiang Chen glanced at it roughly and raised his eyebrows.
cooperate? interesting. (.)
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