En Route to Palacio de la Vedra
Prior to the summit meeting, the Yuan Province (Treasury) Minister Shimei and his delegation of industrialists conversed privately in the vehicle afforded to them by the hospitality of the Azilian government. They were performing some last minute redrafts for the Azilians to consider, among which for the better, was a trade deal that had been prepared months ago to see if Yuan Guo could import Azilian iron ore in exchange for cheap coal, which was relatively scarce in the Republic. On the side for consideration were also a number of other deals, but none were more important than the deal aforementioned, for it would be paramount to the satisfaction of the growing appetite of Yuan Guo's manufacturing sector.
The Minister and his delegation exchanged a number of views ahead of the meeting, they concluded shortly before their arrival that they actually knew nothing about the habits of the Azilians, and may not be able play their hearts. Nonetheless, led by such an experienced statesman, the Yuan delegation were told by Minister Shimei to be as polite as possible and not to derail the meeting with their often arrogant nationalist tendencies.
In Palacio de la Vedra
Alighting from the armoured vehicle, the Yuan delegation were greeted by an affirmative politician, the Foreign Minister Jose Rademaker, whose correspondence between the Diplomatic Chambers' request and Foreign Ministry's acceptance had led to this summit. Minister Shimei took his pleasure to greet each of the other ministers who were accompanying the Foreign Minister. After some minutes had passed, and formalities exchanged between the Yuan delegation and their Azilian hosts, the round of trade negotations began in one of the rooms at the Palace.
Present with the Yuan Minister were Yuan businessmen who had followed to offer and grasp at whatever opportunities that came their way: the well-connected Chairman Taojin of the Yuan Chamber of Commerce, the energy magnate CEO Harvey Qin of Yuan Grand Industries, the diverse conglomerate industrialist CEO Derrick Chiang of Lily Holdings.
Minister Shimei: "Your excellency, Minister Rademaker. Thank you for accepting our request to hold talks for the future of business between our peoples. I would like to begin this discussion of auspicious time with a proposal that with regards to Azilian energy concerns, your cabinet colleagues may find profound."
"It is public knowledge that the security of energy and supply of it in your region is a growing concern. We have long understood that the scarce resource of coal in the region can manifest itself as a national concern and top priority. Toward this, my delegation is proposing to help Azilia with regards to solving this problem. Yuan Guo, for some time now, has always maintained an overwhelming surplus of coal to meet emergent demands in the domestic economy, however, we have resource levels now to a point where which we can safely and consistently provide cheap coal for power plants not only for Yuan but for those outside."
"We are offering to export coal to Azilia at favourable price levels over the course of 10 years, or if you want, even more. However, in order to achieve this and not hurt the bottom line of my associates, we would suggest eliminating all barriers to trade. And, of course it would be mutual. We are looking at capturing 55% of the Azilian market, given the scale of our operations."
"In terms of the governments wishes, putting the private sector offer aside. The government is looking to secure 60% of Azilian iron ore supply for the next 20 years, to enhance the streamlining and efficiency of the supply line for various emerging industrial sector entities. Of course, we remain negotiable, after all we are gathered here for mutually-beneficial opportunities. I would also like to hear any offers you may have, perhaps with regard to arms manufacturing. What is the latest equipment for sale?"
