naaapseattle #453 - Chapter 453: Egypt's unsolvable problem? Chen Hao's combination of punches shocked
#453 - Chapter 453: Egypt's unsolvable problem? Chen Hao's combination of punches shocked
Egypt and China have a decent relationship.
It's not super close, but definitely not bad.
Actually, Egypt has many pro-American factions, but because North America fully protects Israel, and Egypt participated in four Middle East wars, they are very unhappy with North America's protection of Israel—a matter of faith—so they won't be completely pro-American.
Of course, the essence is still利益 (lìyì - benefit/interest)!
As long as the benefits given are sufficient, even traditional allies can be abandoned.
Airport reception ceremony.
Formal banquet.
For Chen Hao, this insignificant figure, there's nothing to say—he followed along the whole time.
Sunglasses and a mask, no one noticed.
Until the scenes shown on the news, after the official end of the second day, the head of the Chinese trade delegation proposed a meeting with senior Egyptian officials.
The next day, afternoon.
Presidential Palace.
A closed-door meeting without media.
"Respected Mr. President."
The head of the trade delegation was none other than a high-ranking official from the Ministry of Foreign Trade and Economic Cooperation: "The purpose of our visit is to assist your country's development…"
Alright!
All the rhetoric was taught by General Wang.
And General Wang was taught by Chen Hao.
Initially, the President was polite on the surface, but indifferent in his heart.
Assist my development?
You yourselves are a developing country!
When it comes to investment in Egypt, North America is undoubtedly in first place. The President doesn't believe that China today can be of much help to Egypt—at least, in terms of tangible investment, it really can't compare to Europe and America.
He frowned.
Displeased.
A mere official from the Ministry of Trade and Economy actually dared to say this to his face.
Too rude!
"If our economic development is not fast, what about your country's?" Mubarak said coldly.
What about China's economy?
How good could it be?
"Mr. President is working hard and has made great contributions to your country's development. What I said is not directed at you, but rather that if it were anyone else, Egypt's development would be limited because there is an unsolvable problem."
"Oh?"
Mubarak sat up a little straighter.
What problem does Egypt have?
The other party first said that Egypt's development was not good, and then immediately followed up with flattery.
It's not that the President is incapable, but that anyone would be limited.
This piqued his interest.
"1 million square kilometers of land can already be considered a large country."
Suddenly!
The head of the delegation changed the subject: "But your country only has 50,000 square kilometers of usable land, yet it has to support a population of 70 million."
"Mr. President, it is already very difficult to achieve what you have."
"But if your country wants to develop further…"
It's difficult!
Even impossible!
Egypt's land area is not small, but the vast majority is desert.
Tens of millions of people are crammed into the Nile Valley Delta. How can such a country develop?
What is the concept of 50,000 square kilometers?
Smaller than Harbin!
Such a small amount of usable land, supporting more than 70 million people, is extremely difficult.
Mubarak frowned slightly, leaning back in his chair: "Does Mr. Duan think I don't know about this problem?"
He knew.
Most people in Egypt also knew.
The problem is…
What's the use of knowing?
This problem is unsolvable!
"What if it could be solved?" the head of the delegation asked with a smile.
"Heh!"
Mubarak was clearly impatient: "If Mr. Duan sought me out just to say these things, I think… we can end this!"
You tell me an unsolvable problem can be solved?
Only a fool would believe you!
"Has Your Excellency the President heard of our country's afforestation program?" the head of the delegation said with a smile.
"Escort him out!"
Mubarak completely lost patience.
Afforestation?
It sounds so easy!
Do you know that afforestation requires a lot of water?
Do you know that Egypt, as a globally known desert country, lacks water the most?
"Egypt is adjacent to the Red Sea, and what it doesn't lack most is water!"
Suddenly!
An untimely voice rang out.
Standing behind General Wang, the most inconspicuous Chen Hao took a few steps forward.
Mubarak stared blankly at him.
Damn!
How could China have such an idiot?
"Enough!"
An Egyptian high official scolded: "Does your China use seawater to water trees? Your Excellency the head of the delegation, are the people in your delegation all so ignorant?!"
"Seawater can be purified into fresh water," Chen Hao said with a smile.
"Purified? Do you think you're the only one who knows that? Egypt has more than 70 million people. If we also want to afforest, how much fresh water is needed? We already have seawater desalination plants, but they are better than nothing!"
Chen Hao stepped forward.
With a rustle!
A pre-prepared design drawing was directly spread out on the conference table.
"The world's most advanced and largest-scale seawater desalination equipment, using reverse osmosis and low-temperature multi-effect distillation, a single piece of equipment produces 300 million cubic meters of fresh water per year."
"Based on an average annual water consumption of 200 tons per person, one piece of equipment can supply water for 1.5 million people."
"50 pieces of equipment can supply the entire Egypt with residential water!"
"What about 100? What about 1000?"
"Industry, agriculture, including afforestation, all solved!"
Instantly.
From Mubarak down, everyone was stunned.
They were stunned by the data given by Chen Hao.
"Impossible!"
At this moment, an Egyptian high official frowned: "According to our Ministry of Agriculture data, the world's most advanced seawater desalination equipment only produces 20 million cubic meters of fresh water per year—300 million cubic meters? Absolutely impossible!"
"Is Your Excellency a scientist?" Chen Hao asked.
"I…"
"Therefore, go find experts in related fields to verify whether what I said is true!"
"Even if it's true, so what?"
The high official regained his senses and said coldly: "Seawater desalination equipment requires a huge amount of electricity to support it. Our basic electricity is insufficient!"
Even basic electricity is difficult to guarantee.
Where does the surplus electricity come from to support so much seawater desalination equipment?
Isn't it still just empty talk?
With a rustle!
The second design drawing was unfolded.
"Egypt has little rainfall, long sunshine hours, and just happens to have a desert."
Chen Hao pointed to the drawing: "Sand is the material for manufacturing photovoltaic equipment. If we add energy storage equipment—Egypt will have a continuous supply of electricity, fresh water, and even turn the entire country into an oasis!"
"1 million square kilometers can be habitable, capable of supporting billions of people!"
"The future of Egypt, more than just dominating the Middle East?"
"Even, capable of conquering the world!"
Suddenly!
Mubarak stood up with a jolt.
As a leader, they all hope that their name will go down in history and that their country will be strong.
Where are Egypt's shortcomings?
He already knew.
And now.
The other party started with afforestation, and in his and his subordinates' questions, they solved a series of chain problems such as fresh water, electricity, and energy storage all the way.
If all can be realized…
Egypt will inevitably soar into the sky!
"Summon the scientists, come here immediately!"
Mubarak's expression was serious, and his eyes locked on Chen Hao: "You are… a Chinese scientist?"
The dignified President used honorifics to address an inconspicuous figure in the Chinese trade delegation.
"Mr. President, it is a pleasure to meet you."
Before the trade delegation translator could speak, Chen Hao directly switched to Arabic: "My name is Chen Hao, Chairman of China Hanteng Capital."
Hanteng Capital?
Never heard of it!