Section 40: Strange Soldiers

Zhao Guodong played with the pen in his hand with a calm expression, listening to Ling Xiao talking.

"I think it is appropriate or not in this situation. I understand Secretary Zhao's idea. Xijiang District has been full of problems for a long time. Secretary Zhao hopes to start the reform process as soon as possible to promote the economic recovery of our district as soon as possible. The idea is good, but we should consider whether the time is ripe."

"This opportunity does not only refer to the opportunity within the enterprise. We also need to comprehensively consider other factors, such as changes in the central policy trend and the special period in Ningling City. According to what I know, the central government has put forward suggestions for correcting and rectifying the practice of flocking to sell small enterprises in various places. It requires that the survival status of enterprises be evaluated based on the actual situation of each enterprise, and determine the reform method based on the enterprise's situation. The idea of ​​blindly launching it and feeling that it is a relief for the government to ease the burden and relieve the responsibility." Ling Xiao's tone gradually became a little sharp.

"I think there are some things worth studying in our Xijiang companies, such as standard parts factories and hardware factories, which are very prosperous now, so why do we have to restructure? This is a question, and it is not impossible to have to be restructured, but I think the issue of management holding shares is worth discussing. Should we give so-called reward shares? What is the basis? Will it affect the enthusiasm of ordinary workers? Is the benefits of the enterprise brought about by their management playing a huge role? Where does their acquisition funds come from? Is there a possibility of losing state-owned assets? Are these issues clear? I think the Commission for Discipline Inspection should thoroughly investigate these issues, which is the key to ensuring that the reform will not cause the loss of state-owned assets."

It is impossible not to say that this guy is still of some level. At least he has expose all the possible disadvantages of the current mbo, so that people can immediately feel the risks, but this is not the main factor that blocks the reform.

Zhao Guodong was not worried about Ling Xiao’s doubts. On the contrary, he was able to raise these doubts, which was actually equivalent to holding a preparatory meeting for the Standing Committee of the Municipal Party Committee in disguise. He may face more intense attacks and questions at the Standing Committee of the Municipal Party Committee.

But this guy's words are indeed very inflammatory and confusing. Hardware factories and standard parts factories are both profitable units, so why do you have to sell them or restructure them?

The venue fell into silence. The Standing Committee members either made a thoughtful look, either wrote something in a busy manner, or looked at the forehead and looked meditating, as if they were thinking about the meaning of Ling Xiao’s words.

"What else can you say? You can raise it. Everyone expresses their opinions. If you have any worries or doubts in your heart, you will tell them. The Communists are open and honest. As long as they are not for personal gain, they have disputes and different opinions, it is normal. If you have any questions, you can also provide them for your reference and discussion." Zeng Lingchun saw that the venue was a bit cold, glanced at Zhao Guodong with his expression and said slowly, "It was a good thing at the meeting, but after the meeting, it was said that it was against organizational discipline."

"Let me tell you, what Secretary Ling said just now makes sense. The scale and benefits of hardware factories and standard parts factories are considerable in our Xijiang District. Although we have faced some difficulties in the past or two years, with the joint efforts of all the factory employees, we still achieved profits last year. Is it necessary to change what Secretary Ling proposed at this point? Does our government have to withdraw from the economic field? I think this question is worth discussing."

Wang Yi said with a cold expression, "I am not an economic expert, but I have also checked the relevant information. The mbo method is more common in collective enterprise restructuring in my country. In the restructuring of state-owned enterprises, there are not many methods. Just as Secretary Ling said just now, are the benefits of our two companies created by the so-called management? Giving reward shares requires legal basis and cannot be slapped out of thin air, or to put it more objectively, that is, whoever you think contributes to the enterprise will reward shares, which is not appropriate. The hardware factory and the standard parts factory are both large in size, and the government wants to withdraw. This share has a management acquisition, involving at least a few million. With the existing income standards of these managements, how can they afford it? Is there any problem with the source of funds?"

"I think if their source of funds is not illegally obtained, it can only be loans. If loans are mentioned, will they pass on these loans to the enterprise after they become major shareholders? I think this possibility is very high, and this is actually indirectly harming the interests of our enterprise employees. I believe that if the enterprise is not well-managed because of this, workers will also come to the government. By then, a profitable enterprise may become a burden to the government."

In fact, before Zhao Guodong recommended Luo Yucheng as deputy secretary to the municipal party committee, their honeymoon period was quickly ended due to differences in handling a series of corruption cases in Xijiang District. Zhao Guodong recommended Luo Yucheng to the municipal party committee to make Wang Yi's disgust towards Zhao Guodong even more. However, Zeng Lingchun was a good man, and He Tong was even more turtle. Wang Yi knew that he could only endure the situation on the Xijiang District land. After Ling Xiao replaced Lei Peng as deputy secretary of the district party committee, the situation changed.

The new deputy secretary is very active, and he is not as scruple as other members of the district standing committee. He speaks frankly and honestly. He does not follow Zhao Guodong as a member of the Standing Committee of the Municipal Party Committee and the district party secretary follows him and never takes care of the problems in his work. Wang Yi admires him very much, and the relationship between the two quickly becomes closer. At the same time, the relationship between Ling Xiao and Zeng Lingchun is also quite good, which makes Wang Yi even more impressed by the ability and skills of the newly appointed deputy secretary.

Originally, several people were somewhat suspicious about the enterprise restructuring that Zhao Guodong was trying hard to promote, especially Zeng Lingchun. As Wang Yi and Ling Xiao’s views became increasingly consistent, the two often introduced their views to Zeng Lingchun, and gradually affected Zeng Lingchun’s views, which led to the dispute at the Standing Committee today.

Zhao Guodong realized that he had only paid attention to the changes in the city during this period and the provincial non-public economic development work meeting in May, and was a little negligent about the changes in the wind direction in the district.

Ling Xiao and Wang Yi gradually got closer and closer, but he knew that these two guys, one of whom was the deputy secretary, was clearly in charge of the party and the masses, but to be honest, after being in contact with them for so long, he only felt that this guy had a good theoretical level, but lacked practical work experience, especially because he didn't understand the ever-changing complex situations at the grassroots level. He only talked endlessly with some dogmatic knowledge in the book, but he didn't want to learn the solid work style of grassroots cadres. In a word, his work style was erratic and he liked to talk on paper. He simply looked down on such a role that seemed profound, stupid and wise.

However, Zhao Guodong did not expect that Ling Xiao and Wang Yi could bring Zeng Lingchun closer together, which was somewhat unexpected. Zeng Lingchun and him have always gotten along well. Although some of the opinions at work are not consistent, overall Zeng Lingchun is quite supportive of Zhao Guodong's work. However, judging from Zeng Lingchun's attitude of presiding over the research work of the district party committee standing committee this time, the situation seems to have changed slightly.

Zhao Guodong did not think that Zeng Lingchun's attitude had undergone some fundamental changes, but felt that Zeng Lingchun obviously attached more importance to Ling Xiao and Wang Yi's opinions and attitudes. This was a very subtle change. The appropriate opportunity and time given to the speakers often represented his tendency. If in addition to himself, the other three deputy secretaries at the Standing Committee sang opposite to him, then he would be a little dereliction of duty.

"If you have any other comrades, you can raise them if you have any opinions." Zeng Lingchun's tone was calm and gentle, and his eyes looked around the other standing committee members around him like water.

Gui Quanyou has already made a speech, and Xiao Chaogui and Peng Yuanhou have also expressed some opinions in general. After all, this is an economic work and has little to do with them. Luo Yucheng is not very familiar with these topics. As for He Tong, he has always followed the crowd at such meetings. The Standing Committee seems to have deviated from the track scheduled by Zhao Guodong for the first time.

"District Mayor Zeng, I want to tell me what I think." Wei Xiaolan sorted out the notebook in his hand and brushed his forehead hair casually.

"Oh? OK, Xiaolan, let me tell you about your opinion." Zeng Lingchun also had a good impression of Wei Xiaolan, the deputy. Although he couldn't say anything particularly close, Zeng Lingchun still admired Wei Xiaolan's ability.

"I think Secretary Zhao said something very well just now, which is worth our deep thought. Research work requires studying the situation." Wei Xiaolan sorted out his thoughts and said lightly: "Why should we study the situation? What situation are we in now? Only by studying the situation can we accurately determine the historical position of our Xijiang District and provide a reliable basis for correct decision-making and carrying out work. The so-called situation means that the subjective and objective environment of the work is directly affected, and research work must first study the situation. This is our fine tradition and work experience."

"What situation is our Xijiang District now in? The 15th National Congress of the Communist Party of China and the 9th National People's Congress have pointed out the direction of our development in the next five years for the whole country, province and city. What are we mainly focusing on in the next five years? After all, it is still a saying, focus on work and focus on central work! What is central work, economic construction!"

"Looking back at the situation in our Xijiang District, industrial production has been sluggish and weak growth for several consecutive years. Is it because our foundation is not good? No, as we all know, Xijiang District has inherited the original foundation of Ningling City, and its foundation is better than that of any county and district in the city; is it because the city does not pay enough attention to it? No, the Municipal Party Committee sent Secretary Zhao to our Xijiang District, and Secretary Zhao also served as a member of the Standing Committee of the Municipal Party Committee. Secretary Zhao has been in charge of the economy for two years in Hualin County. In 1997, the total economic output of Hualin County has jumped from the second to the last among the nine counties and districts in the city in 1995, second only to Xijiang and Cao Ji. Secretary Ling was sent from the state central government agency. The district mayor came from our city's plan and economic committee, which is enough to prove the importance of the municipal party committee and government to our Xijiang District. After the adjustment of cadres last year, the economic situation in our district has shown signs of stopping slippage and stabilizing. It can be said that our Xijiang District has ushered in an unprecedented good situation!"

Wei Xiaolan's sudden force attracted the attention of all the Standing Committee members, including Zeng Lingchun and others. Everyone became quite interested in Wei Xiaolan's words and wanted to see what amazing words would be said by this deputy district mayor who had just joined the Standing Committee.

"The central and provincial and municipal levels have established that we should focus on economic development and unswervingly follow the path of reform and opening up. Our Xijiang District is no exception. At present, our Xijiang District is facing an unprecedented good situation. The Lingang Industrial Zone is about to be launched, and the plan to build a power equipment and material manufacturing base near the development zone is about to be released. We cannot wait."

"Enterprise reform and the establishment of a modern enterprise system, I remember that this government's ideas on state-owned enterprise reform proposed by Premier Hong in an interview with Chinese and foreign journalists after the Ninth People's Congress. Focusing on the big and letting go of the small is also the basic principle determined by the central government. The small and scattered enterprises in Xijiang District are not a national lifeline enterprise. It can be said that they are small enterprises in competitive fields. These enterprises will become increasingly under pressure as the competition increases in the future. If we do not let go at this time, we will unleash their constraints, liberate them from policies and systems, and let them fight and grow in the market economy, and hold them firmly in our hands with the old concept, it will not only harm the enterprises and drag down the government!"

"As for the hardware factory and standard parts factory proposed by Secretary Ling and Secretary Wang, it is still a profitable enterprise, I think that looking at a company should not look at its current situation, but its future development trend. I have read the financial statements and operating conditions of these two companies from District Mayor Huo. Since 1992, the hardware factory has decreased at a rate of more than 20% per year from its peak. By 1997, the profit of a large enterprise was only 150,000 yuan."

"The situation of the standard parts factory is not much better. It started to make a profit of 5.8 million yuan in 1992, dropped sharply to 600,000 yuan in 1993, briefly rebounded to 1.8 million yuan in 1994, continued to decline in 1995, and fell to just 300,000 yuan in 1996. Last year, after repaying the interest on bank loans, it was actually in the same state. The asset load ratio of the two companies has reached 70%. For these two companies, it is hard for me to believe that this is the so-called beautiful girl who first married the so-called beautiful girl. If we still hold it reluctantly in the arms, I guess maybe next year and the next year, this beautiful girl will no longer be a beautiful girl, but an ugly girl who can't get married!"

The detailed and accurate data and sharp and spicy words made the members of the Standing Committee at the entire Standing Committee feel a little collectively aphasia for a moment.
Chapter completed!