Qi Tongwei: Sign-in relationship started during student days

Chapter 625 Wenshan Development Strategy

Yu Huabei said, "Then tell me more about Wenshan. If you were in my shoes, what would you think about economic reform?"

Qi Tongwei evaded the question, saying, "I know very little about Wenshan. You asked me this out of the blue, and I really don't know how to answer."

Yu Huabei said, "Knowing very little is just knowing a little. Speak boldly. It doesn't matter if you're wrong. Who among our provincial leaders can guarantee that they're particularly familiar with a particular place? It's all about sharing opinions and pooling collective wisdom. Sometimes looking at a problem from a different perspective can lead to unexpected results. As the old saying goes, 'Those involved are often confused.' Speak boldly."

Seeing he couldn't refuse, Qi Tongwei said, "Then I'll tell you what I think. If there's anything wrong, please correct me."

After pondering some ideas in his mind, he slowly spoke: "I think that the reform of a place must be viewed from specific aspects, just like a teacher teaching students, using materials according to the teaching materials.

I don't know much about Wenshan, but I know it's rich in coal. I think we can start from there."

Yu Huabei didn't know much about economics, but he knew the coal market wasn't doing well. He frowned and said, "Coal is indeed Wenshan's pillar industry, but coal prices have been declining year after year..."

Qi Tongwei interrupted, "Secretary Yu, I'm talking about coking coal. Our Beishan coking coal is a very good development project.

In the past, Beishan's production was low, but we had to supply it to Beishan for steelmaking and power generation. Now that the steel industry has hit the brakes, it's a good opportunity for Wenshan to transform. We can regroup and develop chemical industry and vigorously develop coal chemical industry."

Coking coal, also known as metallurgical coal or prime coking coal, is a medium to low-volatile bituminous coal with medium to strong caking properties. In China's national coal classification standards, coking coal is a designation for bituminous coal with a high degree of coalification and good coking properties.

Coking coal plays an indispensable role in the steel industry. Through a high-temperature coking process, coking coal is converted into high-quality coke, a key raw material in the iron and steelmaking processes.

Coke, made from coking coal, also plays an important role in electric furnace steelmaking. It helps melt scrap steel and other metal materials, and participates in chemical reactions to adjust the composition and temperature of the molten steel.

Besides the steel industry, coking coal has several other applications.

For example, some chemical companies use coking coal to produce coal chemical products, such as coal tar and coal gas. Its derivatives are widely used in the manufacture of dyes, plastics, rubber and other chemical products.

Coking coal is unevenly distributed across the country, and Wenshan happens to be a place where coking coal is produced in abundance.

Yu Huabei slapped his thigh, waking up from his dream. "Yeah, why didn't I think of that?"

Qi Tongwei added: "In addition to coal chemical industry, I think we can also build power plants, which can also maximize the value of coal mines."

"Power plant?" Yu Huabei said hesitantly. "Everyone's talking about the overheating of power generation, and there are different voices from above. If we start building a power plant now, I'm afraid it will affect the macroeconomic control policies from above."

Qi Tongwei said: "The reason why power generation is overheated is that China has not yet fully modernized and developed from an agricultural country to an industrial country, so the demand for electricity is not large.

But we still have to look forward. As reform enters a period of rapid development, within a year or two, power shortages will soon be felt across the country.”

Yu Huabei was still quite worried and hesitant. He was a man of principles. At a time when the situation was so tense, going to the power plant would be a confrontation with his superiors, wouldn't it?

Qi Tongwei continued to pressure the other party: "Well, Secretary Yu, if you are worried, just put the power plant in our Beishan. It won't be long before our coal and electricity consumption will surge.

How about you let Wenshan invest in our Beishan Power Plant using coal as a stake? For every kilowatt-hour of electricity generated, we'll give half of the profit to Wenshan. If anything goes wrong, I'll take the responsibility."

Yu Huabei said with some concern, but also with some excitement: "Won't this affect you?"

Qi Tongwei said: "It won't have a big impact. We have several projects coming up soon. The electricity consumption in Beishan will definitely increase sharply, especially industrial electricity consumption. We must control this lifeline in our own hands.

You are also aware of the importance of Beishan City. It is a special city. Even if there is macroeconomic regulation, it cannot be applied to us." He added, "Besides, the original intention of macroeconomic regulation is to prevent overcapacity, but the central government is unaware of the actual difficulties we are facing.

Ultimately, it's up to us, the local leaders, to find the right balance in policy while pursuing development, tailored to our local circumstances. Sometimes, taking a few extra steps for development is unavoidable."

Yu Huabei nodded and said, "Yes, to put it bluntly, this involves the game between the local and central governments.

So, let me think about it, and I'll give you an answer after I return to the province and study it."

Qi Tongwei agreed, "Okay, but Secretary Yu, you have to hurry. Wenshan can be delayed, but Beishan can't. Going to the power plant is imperative. If we are late, it may cause problems for Beishan's work."

"Do not worry."

While chatting along the way, the convoy had already driven into the Beishan Municipal Party Committee Building.

Amidst the envy of a group of party and government officials, Qi Tongwei and his partner got out of the car, chatting happily on each other's left and right.

He Anxia's eyes widened, his mouth slightly open, as if he had seen a ghost. He had already prepared himself for Qi Tongwei to be scolded like a dog, but now it seemed that the two of them were in high spirits, as if they had met too late.

After getting out of the car, Yu Huabei still spoke loudly to Qi Tongwei: "Tongwei, no wonder Old Pei thinks so highly of you. Your thinking is really advanced. I can't wait to see your newly built Beishan Auto and that commercial street."

Qi Tongwei said, "It's getting late now. Let's have a rest after dinner, and then I'll go with you to take a look."

Yu Huabei laughed and said, "Okay, okay, the guest follows the host's wishes. Now that we are in your Beishan, I will listen to you."

After welcoming Yu Huabei into the office and chatting for a while, Qi Tongwei suggested that he leave for a while to arrange a banquet, leaving the task of accompanying the leader to He Anxia, ​​the top leader.

Yu Huabei said, "I would like to talk to you again. Just leave these things to other people." As he spoke, he glanced at He Anxia.

He Anxia knew that he was being pushed by Deputy Secretary Yu, so he could only smile awkwardly and stood up and said, "Yes, Tongwei, you stay here and chat with Secretary Yu, I'll go and make the arrangements."

Qi Tongwei wanted to say something else, but Yu Huabei interrupted him and pointed at He Anxia, ​​"Yes, just let Comrade Anxia arrange it."

Qi Tongwei had no choice but to nod, "Okay then, Comrade Anxia, ​​remember to tell the cafeteria not to make it too grand. Secretary Yu doesn't want any extravagance."

"Okay, Secretary Yu, I'll go make the arrangements first."

Yu Huabei waved his hand.

He Anxia turned around and said goodbye, then looked at Qi Tongwei again.

Noticing He Anxia's look, Qi Tongwei also stood up and said, "Um, um, Comrade Anxia, ​​let me see you off."