章節 135: Chapter 135: Oil Transportation Problem
Edited by Travar
"Elder ministers, it's useless for you to look at me like that."
Zeke spread his hands and said, "Is the matter of the Phoenix military exercise unanimously agreed? Although my words are a little arrogant and provocative a little bit stronger, who would have thought that I just made a casual move and let the world powers all unite to impose economic sanctions... I am also very helpless."
The elders and ministers twitched their mouths when they looked at his innocent expression.
Those provocative words are more than just a little arrogant, right?
It can be said to be highly arrogant. Even any world power would not dare to clamor so blatantly.
But on second thought, they also nodded in agreement.
Although Zeke's words were a bit more provocative, at most, they were condemned and criticized by various countries. Who would have thought it would turn into economic sanctions against the Phoenix Kingdom by all the world powers?
It can only be said that these world powers are too cautious.
They don't want to see any signs that might threaten their status, and as soon as they appear, they will unite mercilessly to eliminate them.
They can't wait to impose economic sanctions on the kingdom. Obviously, they already think that it will continue to develop. If they become one of them, or e sooner or later, even surpass them sooner or later.
"Elder Zeke, do you have any good suggestions?" asked a minister.
"I'm a technology guy. It's okay for me to invent technology, but I'm not good at dealing with important issues such as economic sanctions."
Zeke shook his head.
Zeke has never been very interested in political affairs.
He is an elder of the kingdom itself and its famous hero. His place is with the few big people in the kingdom who have the right to speak and sound network. Even if he does not play politics, his power is more than that of the people here.
Under such circumstances, unless Zeke has the intention of conspiring to usurp the throne as king, it is meaningless to continue to engage in politics.
For him, instead of fighting with these dignitaries, it is better to wear a steel battle suit and have a great time.
"You don't have to be too anxious. Although economic sanctions are affecting all walks of life now, they are all within control."
Grace spoke up and stabilized the situation, "The top priority now is to solve the transportation problem of oil trade."
"Oil is needed for development, and this is the first oil trade cooperation between us after we replaced the oil import partner, but because of these world powers, the transportation route was obstructed. We have to choose detours that double the cost of transportation and time. This situation may be okay once or twice, but in the long run, the price paid by our kingdom in oil is even higher than when we cooperated with Country J."
"Not only that, if the area of the blocked routes expands in the future, the situation of detours will also intensify, and it will bring huge burdens in all aspects, which will overwhelm the entire kingdom."
"We must pay attention to this point and solve this problem first."
Oil is a necessity for the development of a country.
It supports countless industries, supports the development of institutions, and is an irreplaceable existence.
Once the oil trade is blocked, all other industries will be affected. Once this situation continues, the problem of oil trade will expand wildly, leading to increased economic damage to the kingdom.
Therefore, the first thing to solve is the oil transportation problem.
"Your Majesty, is it possible to use air transportation? Although the transportation cost will increase accordingly, in the case of detours, it should be more affordable than sea transportation?" a minister suggested.
"Impossible!"
Another minister waved his hand, "Air transport can indeed pass the permission of some small countries, but the cost of air transport is much higher than that of sea transport. In the long run, the kingdom won't be able to bear it."
"If we can't go by sea or air, then we can only go by land... But the number of oil trade contracts we sign with the Tonda Empire every year is so large that even if we go by land, it may not necessarily be cheaper... and in the end, if we want them delivered, we still have to rely on air or sea transportation."
"These bastards are sincerely trying to bring down our kingdom!" an elder retorted.
"Is the Tonda Empire just letting this happen?" an elder said.
"It has been communicated, and it can be heard from their words that they hold a neutral attitude and will not explicitly support Phoenix Kingdom or the world power."
Grace said solemnly.
"Fortunately... If the Tonda Empire also joins them, then it is really dangerous." a minister sighed.
"Now is not the time to be lucky... If it really doesn't work, how about we use Iron Man to transport?"
The third elder suddenly lit up, "Yes! Iron Man, we can use the Iron Legion to transport it!"
"Impossible, the oil transportation volume is calculated by barrels. The daily demand is about 1.2 million barrels. One thousand Iron Man needs 1,200 round trips, and the energy consumed is not small."
Before Zeke could speak, Grace shook her head and denied the proposal,
"What's more, those world powers jointly imposed economic sanctions on us because our military power was too strong. If we continue to use Iron Man, it will only be counterproductive, intensifying the pace of their economic sanctions."
Speaking of this, Grace paused for a while, and looked at Zeke.
"Although Iron Man can't do it, let's not forget that in Elder Zeke's hands, there is a technology that is more suitable for transportation than Iron Man, and MicroBots."
As soon as these words came out, everyone's bright eyes turned to Zeke again.
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章節 136: Chapter 136: Three Kilograms!
Edited by Travar
"Yeah! Elder Zeke, didn't you already say when you gave your speech that your microbot technology was designed for transportation? Right now, we are in a predicament; it's better to use it as a means of transportation."
"Elder Zeke, you must help our kingdom no matter what this time! The current predicament is too great, and your help is urgently needed."
"As long as there are microbots, everything can be solved easily, Elder Zeke, please! I know you have always valued microbots very much, but now is a time of life and death. Please also consider for the sake of Phoenix Kingdom's hundreds of millions of people. Come on, give a little help."
"Elder Zeke..."
As soon as the microbot was mentioned, all the elders and ministers immediately burst out with hope and sent out pleas to Zeke.
The powerful capabilities of microbots have been revealed more than once.
Especially when the Phoenix Tree was built, it surprised the whole world and attracted countless people.
The elders and ministers also took turns trying to convince him so that he could share the technology of microbots with the kingdom's scientific research institute to help him get to a higher level. But no matter how attractive the conditions they put forward, they were all rejected. Zeke relentlessly refused.
The microbots are the last hope now that the kingdom has suffered such a catastrophe.
Everyone wants to catch it, even if they lower their arrogant heads to plead with Zeke.
"This..."
Zeke hesitated.
Microbots are one of his secret technologies, which he never planned to disclose in his entire life.
After all, the technological content of this thing exceeds that of modern civilization by at least a hundred years. To prevent other people from making rash decisions, he has kept his mouth shut and never mentioned anything about technology sharing or transfer.
He no longer has to worry about what will be researched after the microbots are given to those in the scientific research institute. The kingdom has encountered a very urgent situation. Many elders and ministers begged him. Zeke's attitude would inevitably loosen.
"Zeke, among the companies affected by this economic sanction, your ZTech is also listed. As far as I know, you have a large number of Baymax and Baymax chips because other countries and customs refusing to pass it through, were forced to stay in the company port."
"Country A, Country F, Country S, Country G, Country J, Country IY, etc... As long as it is ZTech's products, even the surrounding areas, it has been taken off the shelves by the corresponding market."
"If we can use microbots to break the deadlock of economic sanctions and get a chance to negotiate with those countries, your ZTech can also benefit from it, why not do it?"
Grace said seriously.
To be honest, Zeke didn't know about this.
Generally, he will leave the company's affairs to Jarvis to handle. Only the matters Jarvis considers particularly serious or essential will come to his ears.
The loss of ZTech is not big enough at present. It is estimated that it will be a few days before Jarvis will mention this to himself.
However, Zeke was not too moved.
Although Baymax and Baymax chips are the only products currently sold by ZTech, involving more than 100 billion profits, his source of income has long since changed from selling products to hiring Iron Legion and Super Soldier teams to earn money. It is faster than the original, so even if ZTech is affected, it will not hurt Zeke.
But how can he let the world powers bully him this time? Doesn't that mean he is admitting defeat if he doesn't do something?
"Okay, since everyone has said so, as a member of the kingdom, of course I have a responsibility when it is in danger."
As soon as Zeke's words came out, the elders and ministers immediately became excited, and their faces were full of surprise.
"But before that, I have one condition."
However, Zeke's following sentence made the excitement of all the elders and ministers restrained a lot, "For the sake of insurance, I will arrange a special person to be in charge of the entire transaction process, and he will also control the microbots. If this condition can be agreed upon, I can lend the microbots to the kingdom for free without charging a penny. If you don't can't agree, then I'm very sorry."
Zeke will never compromise easily in terms of usage rights.
He knows how buggy microbots are. Because of microbots, he was able to build a super technology empire, ZTech, in a short time.
Miracles like the Phoenix Tree can appear worldwide because of the microbots.
Because of the microbots, he can guarantee the efficiency of technological manufacturing.
If other people obtain the microbots, maybe they will do something unexpected.
At that time, the kingdom's crisis will be nothing.
Therefore, Zeke must ensure that the microbots are within his control.
"I promise you this condition."
Grace nodded and said, "If possible, I would like to have as many microbots as possible, so that not only oil, but also other issues can be resolved."
After finally getting the right to use the microbots from Zeke for free, Grace certainly won't let it go so quickly. Of course, she has to make the best use of everything.
"No problem."
Zeke agreed.
"Okay, everyone understands the kingdom's current situation. I hope you can come up with a corresponding plan next time. Today's decision-making will end here, let's end the meeting."
"Wait, Your Majesty, how about giving me a minute?"
Just as Grace announced the end of the meeting, Zeke suddenly stood up and shouted.
"What do you want to say?"
Grace looked at Zeke.
"I want to ask everyone here, who knows of... Starry Sky Steel?"
Zeke glanced around at everyone.
"Starry Sky Steel?"
The elders and ministers looked at each other with puzzled expressions. Most of them did not know the existence of Starry Sky Steel.
"Elder Zeke, are you referring to the kind of metal with constant energy effect?"
A minister said tentatively.
"Yes, do you have one?"
Zeke's eyes flashed brightly, and he suddenly approached this minister.
"Last time, I did get some from the meteorite that fell from the sky in Davao del Sur..."
"How much?"
Before the minister could finish speaking, Zeke asked impatiently.
"About...three kilograms."
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