Reborn as Zhao Ruilong of Handong, I will defy fate.

Chapter 467 Using Public Office for Personal Revenge? A Little Bit of Powerful Willfulness!

Yanjing, Civil Aviation Building.

Facing Zhao Lichun, Transport Director Ma Yifeng felt extremely uneasy.

He never expected that his delay in approving the international passenger route between Dongzhou, Wuhan and Higgins, USA would alarm Zhao Lichun.

Who is Zhao Lichun?

What level is he?

Ma Yifeng, who was able to become a director, was naturally well aware of the situation.

He's not just the top official in Handong Province, he's a powerful ministerial-level regional governor!

He is also a political heavyweight who is currently very popular and rumored to be on the verge of another promotion!

They say that a higher-ranking official can crush you!

Zhao Lichun, who hadn't even made any progress yet, was already two levels ahead of him.

Such a great figure had been waiting for me for over an hour.

How could Ma Yifeng not be nervous?

Even in his own office, he couldn't help but straighten his back and sit upright.

And what about Zhao Lichun?

After opening the copy of the route application report he had brought, he solemnly said:

"Last month, President Shen visited the United States for five days at the invitation of President Steve Jobs. The two sides reached a consensus on strengthening economic and trade cooperation and people-to-people exchanges, and agreed to increase international flights between the two countries."

"Furthermore, as far as I know, your organization's International Cooperation Department has already communicated with relevant departments in the United States multiple times regarding increasing the number of international flights between the two countries and the cities served, and has reached a cooperation agreement, right?"

Ma Yifeng nodded emphatically.

These are all things that have been reported in the news, how can I deny them outright?

Zhao Lichun casually flipped through two pages of the application report and said unhurriedly:

"I did some research before I came."

"In accordance with relevant laws and regulations of our country, as well as the General Affairs Council's regulations on the work responsibilities of various ministries and commissions."

"Your company is responsible for approving policies and regulations for domestic and international air transport, reviewing operating licenses and route applications from civil aviation enterprises, and coordinating flight schedules..."

As Ma Yifeng listened, he couldn't stop breaking out in a cold sweat.

Clearly, Zhao Lichun had done his homework before coming to confront him.

Under normal circumstances, why would it be necessary for a big shot like Zhao Lichun to personally intervene when opening an international air route?

The reason why the approval has not been granted for so long is not because there is a problem with aviation technology, nor because market conditions do not allow it.

Humanity's civil aviation industry has developed to a point where aviation technology is already very mature.

Every moment, a large number of airplanes soar through the sky, making the movement of people and trade of goods more convenient and efficient.

Moreover, there are numerous international flights between China and the United States every day.

There are existing air routes available between the two countries.

Han Dongjingzhou International Airport is not without the capacity to support large intercontinental passenger aircraft.

In order to export a large number of electronic products to the United States as soon as possible, Huilong Electronics has chartered cargo planes for intercontinental air transport more than once.

As for market conditions...

Handong attracted many American companies to invest and settle in many years ago.

Recently, with strengthened cooperation with the United States in fields such as electronic information, engineering equipment, and biopharmaceuticals, the flow of people and goods has become more frequent.

In addition, Handong has developed rapidly and become the number one economic province in China, and the number of people going to the United States for business, study, tourism and visiting relatives continues to increase.

These massive passenger flows now make traveling to and from the United States extremely difficult, requiring them to transit through Beijing or Tianjin, which is not only time-consuming and laborious but also significantly more expensive.

Therefore, with the opening of direct flights between Jingzhou and Xijinshan, there is no need to worry about passenger occupancy or cargo volume.

The sheer number of electronics technology companies in both countries and the business travelers between them are enough to ensure that the flights don't lose money.

For example, Loongson Group, which undertakes chip manufacturing business, has relationships with companies such as Indel in the United States.

Not all technical communications can be resolved via phone, email, or video call.

It is still necessary to arrange for personnel to travel back and forth, and to communicate face-to-face on-site, in order to solve the problem more easily.

Moreover, it would be more efficient and faster to airlift the finished chips directly to the United States.

It was precisely because of the huge market potential of this route that we saw it.

Only a well-known American airline like United Airlines would proactively apply to open a route.

The opening of an international route is also a good thing for both Gyeongju and Shigatse international airports.

Airplane takeoffs and landings, jet bridge connections, ground handling services, and so on can all generate revenue, so there's no reason for them to refuse.

This way.

Both international airports are willing to open routes, and United Airlines is also willing to launch international flights.

The opening of international air routes is extremely beneficial to the economic development of Handong, and relevant departments are actively cooperating.

Route calculation reports, safety reports, and a series of other necessary documents were quickly prepared.

In accordance with relevant requirements, an application was submitted to the Transportation Department of the Civil Aviation Administration of China.

As long as air rights, slots, operating standards, and business licenses are approved, the routes can be opened before the end of the year.

however……

This international air route, which has excellent social and economic benefits, had its application submitted to Ma Yifeng, but he didn't dare to approve it at all.

This isn't the first time the relevant organizations have been preparing to launch international routes; all the reports and documents have been prepared in a very standardized and detailed manner, so there's certainly nothing wrong with the reports.

So what could be the problem?

Ma Yifeng believed that Zhao Lichun must know.

The current director is a staunch friend of Director Zeng Wensheng.

Last month, Zhao Ruilong gave Zeng Wensheng a thorough dressing-down in Mosigo.

Now that Handong is eager to open international routes, how could the director not take the opportunity to make things difficult?

If the director delays signing, how can I approve it without authorization?

In particular, there are no clear laws and regulations regarding route operation permits in China.

There is no explicit rule specifying how many working days it should take to approve an application after it has been received.

and so……

Can't the director just openly delay it indefinitely?

Even if Zhao Lichun complains to higher authorities, the director can explain that the process is underway.

Moreover, since joining the WTO, China's foreign trade economy has grown rapidly. It's not just Han Dongjingzhou that wants to open international passenger and cargo routes; other places are also applying. What's the rush?

Ma Yifeng originally thought that if the delay went on for too long, the Hantong side would back down and realize that "the one who tied the knot must untie it."

For example, if Zhao Ruilong were to apologize to Director Zeng Wensheng and calm him down, the director would immediately approve the request.

however……

Zhao Ruilong did not apologize to Director Zeng.

Zhao Lichun, who holds a high position of power, came to find him instead.

On one hand, the director was reluctant to sign off, while on the other hand, Zhao Lichun was questioning him in accordance with laws and regulations.

Isn't this like putting yourself on a hot plate?

At this moment.

Ma Yifeng felt a deep bitterness in his heart.

"Zhao Shuji, Zhao Shuji!"

"I'm just a lowly department head!"

"What's the point of you making things difficult for me? I already signed it a long time ago!"

"You've been in politics for many years, you should have realized long ago that it wasn't me who disagreed, but the director who was deliberately making things difficult for me!"

"You personally took charge of a single air route, and you've earned a good reputation for it. Everyone praises you for caring about the development of Handong. But what about me?"

"It's just a simple air route, and we've made thorough preparations in all aspects, yet approval has been delayed. People will only criticize me for inaction, not blame the director."

Ma Yifeng was inwardly groaning; he was truly at his wit's end.

While carefully answering Zhao Lichun's questions, he was also thinking about how to get away with it.

But the problem is...

At Zhao Lichun's level of position, is it useful to spout a bunch of high-sounding platitudes?

He even came to my office today, clearly demanding a definite answer; he can't keep delaying and fooling around.

"It's strange. Since there are no problems in any aspect, and your organization is not responsible for any losses, why is it that this route has been delayed in being approved?"

Zhao Lichun asked seriously, without a smile.

His sharp gaze seemed to pierce through Ma Yifeng.

The overwhelming aura of the man was so intimidating that Ma Yifeng almost wet himself.

With a determined heart, Ma Yifeng went all out.

"Zhao Shuji, let me tell you the truth!"

"There are absolutely no problems with the route you applied for, and it's guaranteed to be profitable!"

"It's not that I disagree with opening the line; I signed the approval and submitted the report long ago. It's just that Director Li has been delaying the signing, and there's nothing I can do about it!"

He finally spoke the words that had been bottled up inside.

Ma Yifeng felt an instant sense of relief and liberation.

"Do you know why Director Li has been hesitant to sign off on the agreement?"

Zhao Lichun asked with a smile.

Having completely reached his breaking point, Ma Yifeng decided to be even more direct.

“I asked him once, and he said that as a major economic province in our country, Handong should be cautious in everything, so he needs to consult Director Zeng!”

"Zeng Wensheng?"

"Yes!"

Ma Yifeng answered without hesitation.

The two stared at each other silently for a long while.

Ma Yifeng didn't care about anything else anymore.

He opened the drawer and took out a cigarette lighter.

Try offering Zhao Lichun a cigarette.

Seeing Zhao Lichun accept the cigarette, he secretly breathed a sigh of relief.

He quickly got up and lit a cigarette for Zhao Lichun.

He then sat down and lit a cigarette for himself.

Between men, as long as they can still smoke together, it means they can still talk.

After exhaling a long puff of smoke, Zhao Lichun chuckled and asked:

"So, the four major airlines haven't signed any letters of intent to purchase aircraft with COMAC, and haven't even pretended to support domestically produced large aircraft. Is this also Director Li's intention?"

Ma Yifeng said with a wry smile, "Isn't it obvious? If he doesn't give the word, which airline would dare to step forward? He can easily cut off flight schedules and make airlines lose money like crazy."

"understand!"

Zhao Lichun nodded with a smile.

"This is just a little bit of the capriciousness of power!"

Ma Yifeng took a deep drag on his cigarette and sighed helplessly:

“I come from a military family; my home is right next to an air force base.”

"When I was a child, I watched fighter jets take off and land almost every day. I secretly vowed then that I would become an excellent pilot when I grew up!"

"Unfortunately, because I studied every day, I became nearsighted and couldn't become a pilot, but I still applied to Jingzhou Aerospace University..."

Zhao Lichun asked in surprise, "You went to university in Jingzhou?"

"Yes, but when I was in college, the school was called Jingzhou Aviation College. It was only later that it was renamed Jingzhou Aerospace University."

After taking a drag on his cigarette, Ma Yifeng, looking like he hadn't yet achieved his ambitions, said:

"Since I couldn't become a pilot, I thought I could still serve my country through aviation. So in university, I studied diligently, majoring in both aircraft design and aircraft propulsion engineering!"

"When I had completed my studies and was full of enthusiasm, I participated in the development of domestically produced jet airliners. However, due to various factors, the project ended in failure, the aircraft was destroyed, and the personnel were dismissed."