Rebirth: Super Banking System

Chapter 2470: Chapter 2308: Mine Site

The average depth of the ocean is about 3,800 meters.

Obviously.

3,000 meters is the maximum mining depth.

This already occupies a considerable area. Anyway, Tang Qing plans to build mines, so there’s no need to choose a location in sea areas above 3,000 meters.

2,000 meters.

Even 1,000 meters.

That’s enough!

As for the location, Tang Qing already has a plan in mind.

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Outside world.

With the introduction of the live broadcast, the popularity of the Floating ship rapidly rose.

Firstly.

This is related to Tang Qing.

Secondly.

The Floating is already the largest “ship” in world history. Even the previous world champion looks like a junior in front of it.

Therefore.

Another world record makes Huaxia netizens extremely proud, offering praise and support, with major media naturally covering it extensively.

However.

Netizens from other countries are quite bitter.

…

India.

At this time.

Not very happy. In recent years, it feels like major international events keep happening, drawing global attention, while India seems like just a spectator.

Last year.

Myanmar’s GDP broke a trillion again, reaching over 1.3 trillion USD, globally covered, while India’s GDP is several hundred billion more, yet only self-attended.

Frustrated.

Heartbroken.

Want to cry.

Why is India’s presence getting lower and lower?

These days.

Too difficult.

Now.

The neighbor’s man has a total asset of over 800 billion dollars, half of India’s GDP, making India’s richest man pale in comparison.

Comparing.

Can only be described as “poor”. Many people even know India’s GDP is inflated; if calculated as Myanmar’s.

Honestly.

Probably inferior to Myanmar.

Thinking upon this.

More distressed.

India, with over a billion people, has an annual GDP not even comparable to Myanmar with 50 million people. No matter how Buddhist, the heart can’t help but feel suffocated.

Damn!

Many want to curse.

Look at them.

Building such a huge ship, launching in a year or so, India contemplating building alike, thinking it would take a decade, filled with wounds.

Hence.

Frustrated by unfulfilled expectations, feelings of imbalance arise.

“Investing over ten billion, destined to lose.”

“Exactly!”

“Better to save in a bank, rather than waste it.”

“Let’s see how you wrap it up.”

“He’s overextending.”

“…”

An array of pessimism, cursing the loss.

But.

Some turned to the comments from Huaxia netizens, making them feel annoyed as if they swallowed a fly, because the contents are eagerly looking forward to tourism.

Even.

Someone posted last year’s profit sheet of Tang Qing’s subsidiary companies, that long string of zeros dazzled, upon careful counting.

Total profit:

—420 billion RMB.

Among them.

As the investor of the Floating—Qingyuan Technology contributed nearly 200 billion RMB in profit, proving its genuine wealth.

Hundreds of billions wasted.

No big deal.

Loss?

They can afford losses, unlike them, worried like clowns over matters Tang Qing doesn’t worry about.

“…”

Speechless.

This money.

They also contributed a part, Qingyuan Technology’s mobile phones, computers, tablets… along with peripheral extensions, are definitely high-end goods in India.

Used by nearly all middle-class and above.

Become face-gaining items.

Boycott?

Want.

But what’s the use? Does their own country have substitutes? No, all rely on imports, the choice before them is simply which country to buy from.

…

This time.

American citizens didn’t react much.

After all.

Unlike India, India is too close and lacks technology, hence feeling imbalanced. The United States possesses technology, believing it’s nothing.

If willing to spend.

Can build.

Even.

Construct a larger, more advanced one. What if this civilian device is so large? Thus, most reports are fair, even with a hint of expectation.

Anticipating it as a tourist spot, to visit. For those Americans who enjoy fun, this seems far more entertaining than some large cruise ship.

Seeing this.

Many related companies have small ideas, thinking this is a great business opportunity. Technologically not difficult, why not specialize in tourism?

Estimated.

It will have great prospects.

…

Europe.

Almost no one pays attention to the Floating.

No other reason.

Just days ago, the Greek president resigned for various reasons, dissolved the cabinet, and now a new round of presidential elections is soon starting.

Quite lively.

Each candidate begins to campaign, since in January Greece will hold a referendum to leave the group, and the execution will be by this cabinet.

Therefore.

The attitude of this president is crucial, determining Greece’s future and influencing the Eurozone’s next steps, touching many hearts.

…

Noon.

Enjoyed an employee meal together.

Afternoon.

The leaders reluctantly left; they actually wanted to go out to sea together, but the schedule didn’t allow it. Fortunately, Comet video has live broadcasts available for remote viewing.

Testing continues.

Center.

Top of the tower.

Tang Qing on the observation deck, looking out the window, listening to reports, feeling very comfortable and quite looking forward to this sail-out, just before dusk.

“Boss Tang, related departments have arrived.” Testing base manager calls.

“Treat them well.”

“Yes.”

This time.

Testing isn’t just a circle around the sea. Have to find a place to really drill, and drilling isn’t wherever you want.

Land.

Safety supervision.

Environmental protection.

Ocean.

Any action in Huaxia’s exclusive economic zone requires a license for everything. This time, there are plenty of expert teams coming.

In short.

It’s quite lively. Also quite troublesome, because to date, the exclusive economic zone ocean exploration permit hasn’t been fully completed, mainly due to lack of precedent.

Moreover.

Safety and environmental concerns don’t have references.

On this.

Tang Qing isn’t too worried, determining where the mines are is his call alone. He didn’t plan to mine in Huaxia, not even in the high seas.

Mines in the high seas.

Though they are ownerless.

But.

Protected by international conventions. To buy mining rights, have to go through a series of department approvals from the International Seabed Authority, and the complete process is very cumbersome.

Just like oil.

Generally.

Major oil companies mine in coastal areas, especially in some backward countries; within the exclusive economic zone, as long as money is sufficient, it’s incredibly fast.

Therefore.

Tang Qing won’t foolishly choose difficult paths.

In China.

If a gold mine is discovered, many departments will be interested, coming to visit and even participating. High seas likely attract explorer crowds too.

Additionally.

Safety has its concerns.

Thus.

There’s only one most suitable place—Myanmar. All documentation isn’t a problem, within its exclusive economic zone, explore at will.

Dig as desired.

Openly.

Secretly.

Without obstacles.

Is there a better place than this?

No.

All ill intentions and issues can be blocked by Myanmar’s official channels. Even if envious, can only stand and watch. It saves Tang Qing much hassle.