After Fang Lang chatted with his father-in-law in Genoa, he met with the heads of Universal Steel and Universal Shipbuilding in Genoa. Accompanied by several people, he visited his own steel plant and shipyard.
Looking at the blast furnace of the steel plant and the slipway of the shipyard, Fang Lang couldn't help but feel excited. He was poaching the corner of capitalism!
I can't help but feel a little proud in my heart. Once I integrate the advanced technology and talents from various factories in Britain, Germany and Italy, I will definitely be able to establish my own steel and shipbuilding industry in Brazil.
With the addition of containers, container ships, port machinery, and terminals, will you have the opportunity to become a shipping king? Thinking about it makes me very excited.
After arranging the task of recruiting manpower with several people to build a new shipyard and steel plant in Brazil. I invited a few people to have a big meal because my father-in-law was present. Some one-stop programs had to be cancelled.
Fang Lang, who returned to the fleet, directly contacted his father in Brazil, asking his father to set up a Fangyuan Group in the name of the family and contact the mayor of Sao Paulo.
Jiang Fangyuan Group intends to establish a joint venture with Universal Steel Company and Universal Shipbuilding Company of the United States to establish a steel plant and a shipyard in Brazil, and seek preferential and supportive policies from the government.
All Brazilian cigarette factories, grain and oil, sugar, real estate, pharmaceuticals, pesticides, fertilizers and other industries, except the media, will be placed under the management of Fangyuan Group.
As for why he arranged to establish another Fangyuan Group instead of directly investing in the name of Universal Group, this was a decision made by Fang Lang based on Brazil's later historical situation.
Before 1964, the Brazilian government had been committed to developing its own national capital. Therefore, the support for domestic capital is very strong, and there is a certain degree of vigilance towards foreign investment.
From the end of World War II to 1964, due to the outbreak of the Cold War, Brazil was repeatedly impacted by two ideas. The domestic political situation was turbulent, the economy was stagnant, and inflation was serious.
In fact, it is not suitable for large-scale investment. This is also the reason why the Brazilian economy has been stagnant since the Brazilian army began its military dictatorship in 1964.
Brazil's military began to implement the policy of having military personnel in charge of politics and experts in charge of the economy. Under the management of economic experts, the country began to attract foreign investment on a large scale.
After transforming the original inward-oriented economy into an export-oriented economy, Brazil's economy began to develop rapidly and entered the stage of becoming a world economic power.
Of course, as a time traveler, Fang Lang believes that there will be certain changes in history due to his intervention. However, at the same time, he deeply realized that the historical trend is irreversible.
Therefore, he had to be cautious about every decision he made. This is also the reason why he finally decided to stay in the army and develop his career instead of retiring directly and becoming a capitalist.
In fact, when it comes to survival in Brazil, the influence of the military is too great. In a country where military coups are likely to occur at every turn, a conglomerate without the ability to protect itself is like a giant baby crossing the street holding a gold ingot, and can be robbed at any time.
Of course, before 1964, the military had always achieved its goal of strengthening the country by supporting civilian politicians. However, when they discovered that no matter how the civil servants changed things, they were just changing the soup without changing the medicine.
They completely lost their patience. Finally, under the instigation of the American CIA, they overturned the table. began to come to the forefront and carried out a military dictatorship that lasted for twenty-one years.
This period of military dictatorship was a period of massive influx of foreign capital.
Fang Lang established an internal and external joint venture such as Fangyuan Group and Universal Group, which could flexibly respond to different political environments in different periods. To put it simply, during the period when the government was developing national capital, the major shareholder of the joint venture was Fangyuan Group.
When foreign capital dominates, Universal Group is the majority shareholder of the joint venture. However, no matter how it changes, it is still Fang Lang's own company.
Moreover, his military background is the company's best protection. As long as he still has military power, no one dares to touch him.
After explaining the company's affairs, Fang Lang finally had time to calm down and think about the tasks assigned by General Morais. Fang Lang himself is very positive about joining the Pacific battlefield.
However, General Chambers said that he would ask MacArthur for his opinion, and Fang Lang just listened as a courtesy. It is impossible for Chambers to ask the Allied Commander-in-Chief in the Eastern Theater for his opinion based on the words of a Brazilian Navy captain.
Success or failure depends on God's will. If General Moraes can really achieve this goal through the Brazilian government, Fang Lang will certainly be happy to see it succeed.
Thinking of this, Fang Lang no longer hesitated and contacted Reinhardt directly.
"Fang, have you returned to Italy?"
Reinhardt was obviously very happy to hear the news from Fang Lang. After all, in addition to being comrades-in-arms, the two were also business partners.
"Yes, my friend, where have you been enjoying the fruits of victory lately! I heard that French girls are very enthusiastic. You can't enjoy it alone."
Fang Lang, who was rarely relaxed, also joked with Reinhardt.
Unexpectedly, Reinhardt started to complain.
"Hey! Don't mention it, I've been transferred."
Reinhardt's words made Fang Lang's heart move. It couldn't be such a coincidence!
"What do you mean? Being transferred at this time? Where to go!"
Sure enough, Reinhardt's answer did not exceed Fang Lang's expectations. Now there was no need to think about how to lead the topic.
"The Pacific Fleet, now only damn little Japan is left. After the battle, you can enjoy the fruits of victory with peace of mind."
Fang Lang pretended to be puzzled and said:
"You stayed well in the Atlantic Ocean, why are you asked to go to the Pacific Ocean?"
Reinhardt's answer was very straightforward, without any of the so-called gentlemanly demeanor that he liked to beat around the bush when he first came into contact.
“The Yankees dislike the Pacific Fleet’s low combat effectiveness, inconsistent equipment, and high logistical supply pressure, and are reluctant to let us join the Pacific battlefield.
Therefore, the Navy Department has transferred all our American ships to the Pacific Fleet. Wouldn't this ensure unified equipment? There is no reason to refuse us to join the Pacific battlefield! "
Fang Lang had already known about Reinhardt's answer, so it was no surprise. Quietly he guided the topic to himself and said:
"I really envy you. You have the opportunity to make meritorious service and receive awards. I also want to participate in the Pacific Battlefield! I don't even have a chance."
Fang Lang's words moved Reinhardt's heart. To be honest, after the last experience, Reinhardt had slowly begun to take his abilities seriously and no longer be blindly arrogant.
At the same time, he admired Fang Lang's ability to command maritime battles. But not everyone can command such a record in a naval battle for the first time. He couldn't help but solemnly said:
"Are you serious?"
Reinhart's tone made Fang Lang understand that he was interested. Fang Lang didn't hide anything and expressed his inner thoughts.
"Of course I'm serious! How can I get promoted and make a fortune without fighting? Besides, as you know, I'm Chinese. Of course I want to compete with little Japan."
Regarding Fang Lang's statement, Reinhardt believed that he was telling the truth. However, he still reminded:
"Fang, you have to think clearly. The Japanese fighting style is completely different from the Germans. I heard that these people are all crazy. There is a kamikaze team, and they are all lunatics who directly fly planes into warships. .”
Of course Fang Lang has heard of this Japanese kamikaze agent. But the Japanese are not afraid of death. How could someone from other countries be afraid of death? Even if the Japanese did not attack him, he would not let the Japanese go, so he said without hesitation:
"So what? Our anti-aircraft firepower is not a display. Do you think I can't deal with little Japan?"
Reinhardt could hear Fang Lang's confidence and desire to fight from his tone.
"Of course not. Your command ability is obvious to all. Do you really want to participate in the Pacific Theater?"
Reinhardt's confirmation made Fang Lang understand that he was really interested. He threw out his difficulties at the right time.
"This can still be false. I have already asked for a fight, but the Americans do not agree."
Since Fang Lang had already invited him to fight, he must be serious. Thinking of Fang Lang's miraculous performance on the battlefield, Reinhardt directly invited:
"If you are willing to join the Pacific Fleet, I can help you talk. My father has a very good relationship with Admiral Fraser of the Pacific Fleet."
