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    Since the introduction of the lithography machine, a crucial breakthrough has been achieved, alleviating all concerns.


    The Global Shipping Group had assembled a dedicated team to tackle the intricate nning involved. Their tasks included determining the requirednd area, estimating the necessary investments, selecting the appropriate production equipment, and establishing an efficient management structure. Every aspect was meticulously considered to ensure a seamless execution.


    As a chip foundry specialist, Liu Yong rified that his focusy solely on chip production rather than manufacturing the initial wafers. He preferred to procure the required wafers directly from the market, thus avoiding the need to produce raw materials internally. With numerous world-sspanies in China excelling in wafer production, Liu Yong remained confident that any concerns regarding the avability of raw materials for chip manufacturing would be unfounded.


    The nning process was in full swing, with the dedicated team working diligently to set everything in motion.


    A few dayster, the "Blue Whale" vessel traversed the Strait of a, venturing further into the Indian Ocean. Uninterrupted by stopovers or rest breaks at any port, the ship maintained a swift pace, aimed at crossing the Indian Ocean and entering Europe via the Red Sea and the Suez Canal.


    At the Global Shipping Group headquarters, apanied by Hu Shijun, Liu Yong assessed several plots ofnd. However, he found them somewhatcking, whether in inadequate areas, suboptimal locations, or exorbitant prices.


    On this particr day, Liu Yong and Hu Shijun, joined by members No. 1 and No. 20 of their entourage, visited an industrial park in Huahai City. Present were also middle and high-level executives from the Global Shipping Group and several officials from the Industrial Park Management Committee.


    "Mister Liu," began Director Lu, an official from the managementmittee, "thisnd spans 282 mu and boasts a well-aligned, square terrain. It is situated alongside Jianshe Road, offering excellent transportation connectivity."


    Liu Yong listened attentively as Director Lu presented the details, maintaining aposed demeanour that revealed little of his inner thoughts. While the information appeared formal, there was no visible sign of satisfaction on Liu Yong''s face. After absorbing the presentation, Liu Yong inquired, "Director Lu, what is the price of thisnd?"


    Director Lu replied, "As one of Huahai City''s iconic enterprises, the Global Shipping Group has been granted favorable treatment in its pursuit of chip foundry investment. Thend price is exceptionally advantageous, priced at only 6.2 million yuan per mu."


    Indeed, the price was remarkably lower than expected. In a city like Huahai, wherend prices in most industrial parks exceeded 10 million yuan per mu, securingnd at a rate of 6.2 million yuan per mu was undeniably economical.


    However, there was one drawback—thend area was preliminary. With only 282 mu at their disposal, it fell short of Liu Yong''s requirements. He was concerned, "Director Lu, could the price be further negotiated? Our investment amounts to tens of billions, and our future annual output value will reach the same magnitude."


    Director Lu, exhibiting generosity, responded, "Let''s round it up to an even figure of 6 million yuan per mu. The total price for the 282 mu would amount to 1.692 billion yuan. Moreover, this is thergestnd parcel avable in our entire industrial park."


    Liu Yong refrained from furtherments. Although the price was ideal, thend area remained a concern. Liu Yong yearned for a plot spanning 350 mu or even more, which would be optimal for their endeavours.


    Director Lu interjected, remarking, "Mr. Liu, finding and parcel spanning four or five hundred acres in Huahai City is exceedingly challenging."


    Liu Yong concurred, understanding theplexities involved. Acquiring such a sizable plot within the existing industrial parks was daunting unless the government intervened by allocating new areas. Alternatively, they could explore nearby cities, wherend might be avable, and local governments might be willing to give prime industrialnd for their project. However, smaller towns held less allure, dissuading many from considering them as potential locations.


    Shortly after they inspected the industrial park, Liu Yong received a call from Ding Wen.


    "Brother Yong, have you returned to thepany?" asked Ding Wen.<novelsnext>I think you should take a look at </novelsnext>


    "I just got back. Is there something you need?" replied Liu Yong.


    Ding Wen responded, "I''d like to have a chat over tea. I''lle over right away."


    Liu Yong smiled, realizing that there was likely more to their meeting than mere tea drinking. Ding Wen''s unexpected request piqued his curiosity. What could Ding Wen possibly want from him?


    Approximately ten minutester, Ding Wen arrived, dering, "Brother Yong, I''ve brought some fine tea."


    With these words, Ding Wen set up a tea set in Liu Yong''s office, taking charge of boiling water and preparing the tea leaves. Diligently attending to each step, he soon filled the air with a delightful aroma. This fragrance suggested the tea was of exceptional quality, such as the scarce West Lake Longjing harvested in limited quantities each year.


    After the tea was brewed, Ding Wen proposed, "Brother Yong, care to taste this tea?"


    Liu Yong nodded, taking a sip from his cup andmending, "Impressive. This is truly excellent tea."


    As the two conversed, their dialogue flowed along with the tea. After indulging in a few cups, Liu Yong addressed Ding Wen, saying, "Brother, based on what I know about you, I sense that today''s meeting involves more than just tea. There must be something else on your mind."


    Ding Wen affirmed, "Brother Yong, you know me well. There is indeed another matter I wish to discuss."


    Liu Yong chuckled, "Then speak freely. We''re just tworades here."


    Curiosity piqued, Ding Wen asked, "Brother Yong, I heard that you''re nning to establish a global semiconductorpany and venture into the field of chip foundry. Is that true?"


    Ding Wen had likely caught wind of the Global Shipping Group''s ns as Liu Yong had been actively scouting industrialnds recently. The chip supply issue faced by Qingyun International, entangled in sanctions by Country M, had its roots in theck of chip foundries capable of manufacturing their designed chips.


    Liu Yong confirmed, "Yes, that''s indeed the n. Ourpany''s professional team is already working on the rted nning, and I''ve personally inspected several industrialnds in recent days."


    Ding Wen''s excitement surged upon hearing the confirmation. Clearly, Liu Yong''s intention to establish a Universal Semiconductor Company and delve into chip foundry had piqued Ding Wen''s interest.


    Responding to Ding Wen''s query, Liu Yong shared, "Who said we couldn''t acquire lithography machines? We currently possess two 5-nanometer lithography machines and two 8-nanometer lithography machines."


    Ding Wen was dumbfounded! It took him a moment to process the revtion before he posed his next question, "Brother, where did you obtain these lithography machines? Did you conjure them up?"