章節 332: Chapter 332: Preparing for Development
In the management office, a map of the Cayman Islands was spread out on the table. Grand Cayman, a coral reef island with flat terrain and an average elevation of 15 meters, offered numerous opportunities for development.
The island was covered in coconut groves and surrounded by pristine beaches with fine, soft sand. In the future, it would be a premier diving destination.
Hardy outlined his vision:
"There must be a large airport on the island, capable of accommodating large passenger planes. The runway should be no less than 4,000 meters."
Although current passenger planes don't require such long runways, Hardy anticipated future growth. Smaller jets like the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 need about 2,700 meters, while larger ones like the Boeing 747 need 3,300 meters. The Airbus A380 requires nearly 4,000 meters, so Hardy planned to build accordingly.
"We also need a large passenger and cargo wharf. The existing natural port is well-located but too small. We'll develop it into a major resort and gambling hub, so it must accommodate many tourists, materials, and personnel."
Hardy nodded in agreement.
"The Government House also needs to be constructed. The current management office won't suffice. The Government House will be the highest authority in the Cayman Islands and must reflect that status."
"We need a comprehensive government building to house various departments."
"The military requires a suitable location. I propose the southern end of the island, where there's already a port terminal that can be repurposed into a dedicated military terminal."
"The area must be large enough to accommodate the army, navy, and air force."
"Georgetown must be planned as a financial, casino, and tourism hub. We need designated zones for beach resorts, hotels, shopping districts, and casinos."
"A large-scale hydropower plan is essential. We'll build a power plant that uses natural gas or oil, avoiding the complications of coal power. Oil and gas from South American countries like Venezuela, Ecuador, and Colombia will be convenient."
"The island's infrastructure must address hurricane threats. We'll focus on designing resilient streets, houses, and sewer systems. For waste disposal, we'll pack garbage and ship it elsewhere for incineration to maintain a clean environment."
"The roads on the island need to be re-planned. Besides the two existing central roads, I propose a ring road around the island."
Hardy shared his ideas, and the team diligently took notes.
"These are my preliminary thoughts. Please add any necessary details," Hardy instructed.
The design expert smiled and replied, "Mr. Hardy has already considered many aspects; we will refine the details accordingly."
"Your design company will provide a detailed construction plan for my review," Hardy said.
"Understood, Mr. Hardy."
Once the design company staff left, Hardy spoke to Andy and Lanster. "We're setting up Cayman as a dominion, with full control over government, security, economy, and culture. It's like building a small nation."
"Andy, we're not experts in this area. Find professionals to join Hardy's think tank, focusing on Cayman's affairs and creating suitable management rules."
"Remember, no democracy. I'm planning a presidential system."
"Presidential system?" Andy asked, puzzled.
"It's like running Cayman as a company. I'll be the chairman, overseeing all affairs. The president is the prime minister, and the ministers are department managers. It simplifies management," Hardy explained.
Andy nodded in support. "This system suits a small place like Cayman and is efficient."
"Set up a Cayman Island Development and Construction Company to manage the island's future development," Hardy added.
"This is a significant task. Development will be costly, as we're essentially building a city," Andy acknowledged.
Neal would oversee public security. With only about 3,000 residents on the island, Neal's 300 security personnel would be sufficient.
Hardy was confident about the future of the Cayman Islands. He had enough funds for the initial construction, and once the casino was operational, the revenue would support further development.
The Cayman Islands might be small, but they had potential. The Principality of Monaco, though just 1.98 square kilometers, thrived on its casino business. The 260 square kilometers of the Cayman Islands had far greater potential.
Hardy relied on the United States and the United Kingdom for protection. As long as these two countries did not act against him, no other nation would dare interfere.
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After leaving the management office, Hardy found Taylor and took her to the beach. The tropical climate, with temperatures between 24-30 degrees Celsius year-round, made for a pleasant environment. Taylor, in a dress, played on the soft white sand, joyfully avoiding the waves.
"Hadi, come after me," Taylor called, beckoning Hardy.
Hardy chased after her, laughing as she ran ahead. He caught up to her, holding her close as they ran together.
"Ah~~hahaha~!" Taylor laughed, waving her arms.
Hardy, exhilarated by the idea of building and running a city, found the sense of accomplishment thrilling. The prospect of creating something from scratch filled him with excitement.
After some time, they lay under a palm tree, the shade providing relief from the sun. Hardy kissed Taylor, who responded warmly.
Suddenly, Taylor's body tensed slightly as Hardy's hand slipped into her collar. The kiss became more passionate.
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Two days later, Hardy issued his first Governor's Order: "To facilitate the unification and development of the island, all residents are to be relocated. They may choose to emigrate to the United Kingdom, the United States, or Jamaica. Compensation will be provided for private land and residences."
"If residents agree to emigrate, they can select between the UK or the US. If they refuse, they will be moved to Jamaica."
Hardy's order effectively meant reclaiming all land on the island. The original inhabitants, including exiles, pirates, and descendants of slaves, would be displaced.
Many of these people had lived on the island for one or two hundred years. As Jamaica was set to become independent soon, Hardy sought to avoid future issues by clearing the island.
Despite potential damage to his reputation, Hardy knew that a good reputation was not typical among capitalists running casinos. He offered fair compensation to ensure the displaced residents could relocate comfortably.
The islanders, facing a choice between emigration and relocation, mostly opted for the United States due to its perceived allure, with the rest choosing the UK or Jamaica.
Peter Smith, a senior executive from the Hardy Group, was appointed to oversee the construction and early development of the Cayman Islands. He was tasked with managing the extensive development projects.
With the construction team and supplies arriving from Miami, the development of the Cayman Islands officially began. The first project was to build a new port.
As the original residents were relocated, the island transformed into a major construction site. The American design company would provide a comprehensive development plan, which would span several years.
With the Cayman Islands' development underway, Hardy turned his attention to Japan.
At the Beverly Hills Manor, Hardy, dressed in loose pajamas, carefully reviewed a stack of papers detailing seized Japanese companies, their current statuses, and potential investment opportunities. He was strategizing his approach to Japan, focusing on expanding his influence.
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