Extraordinary Genius
Chapter 742 – Special Privileges!
In the end, Niu Kun agreed to Feng Yu’s harsh conditions. He had no choice. As a high-ranking official, this was the first time he felt he was suppressed by the other party in a business negotiation. This had never happened before.
Feng Yu and Niu Kun had only settled on the main terms of this cooperation. Zhang Ming will have to follow up on the rest of the details. After all, Zhang Ming was the best person to go to on matters concerning Tai Hua Processed Food Company.
Also, Feng Yu was lazy to carry on this discussion. The returns were too meager for him to waste his energy to think about all these.
Feng Yu would be able to earn a significant sum of money and fulfill many of plans soon. But before this, he had something important to settle first.
No matter it was now or the future, the identity of a Hong Kong citizen was more convenient than a Chinese national. For example, he does not need visas to visit a lot of countries. There were even more benefits in this era. Within the next 5 years, Hong Kongers still enjoy more privileges in China, compared to an American!
What Feng Yu wants was a Hong Kong passport!
But it was harder for Feng Yu to get Hong Kong passport now than others. It was because Feng Yu had too many assets.
Others might not know how much Feng Yu had. But there must be some higher-ups monitoring Feng Yu. Feng Yu is a tycoon in China, and if he migrates to Hong Kong and then from Hong Kong migrate to the UK, he would be taking away all his wealth to another country. The Chinese government does not want this to happen.
If Feng Yu had only 1 million or several million, it would be easy for him to migrate to Hong Kong and the government would not care.
The easiest way to migrate was to invest in that country. The approvals will be easily granted. In this era, Hong Kong and many countries welcome this type of immigrants.
These countries do not really care about the person. They only want a person’s wealth. Even before Feng Yu’s rebirth, many countries were still encouraging migration using investments. This was like getting foreign investments for those countries.
In Feng Yu’s previous life, many Chinese tycoons had migrated to other countries. This was a big headache for the Chinese government. But the top tycoons, the ones who could influence the Chinese economy were not allowed to migrate to other countries. Maybe these people also did not want to leave China. After all, they had attained a special status in China.
Now, Feng Yu was in an awkward position. His future plans will still be focus in China and do not have the intentions of switching nationality. He only wanted an identity for greater convenience.
This was why Feng Yu went to Beijing. He had called Director Fang to request a meeting with Iron-fist Zhu.
It was noon, and when Feng Yu met with Iron-fist Zhu, he was still working. This man had worked hard for the country. This was why Feng Yu really respected this man.
“You say you need to see me for something very important? What is it?” Iron-fist Zhu asked as he massages the bridge of his nose. He looked exhausted.
“I want to migrate.”
“What? You want to migrate?!” It was hard for Iron-fist Zhu to get shocked. But what Feng Yu said shocked him.
Feng Yu had donated a lot of money in China. He should be patriotic. Iron-fist Zhu had spoken to Feng Yu in the past when he visited Songjiang Motors factory. They talked about the importance of Chinese companies. How come Feng Yu wants to migrate now?
Did Feng Yu meet with some unjust treatment? Cannot be. Who dares to offend a tycoon like Feng Yu? Was it some government officials trying to take over Feng Yu’s company?
“Why?” Iron-fist Zhu asked sternly.
“Don’t get angry. I am not migrating to the US or any western countries. I want to migrate to Hong Kong. The reason is also straightforward. I need a Hong Kong passport. A passport that can let me travel easily. This is more convenient for me. I am going to the US in a few days, and after that, I need to go to Europe, Japan, and many other countries. Chinese passport is really inconvenient.” Feng Yu replied calmly.
“That’s the reason?”
“Yes. My parents are still in China. Where can I run to? I only don’t want other people to think that I am trying to transfer my assets out of China. Actually, my investments overseas are more than my investments in China. I think you all also do not know about this, right?”
Iron-fist Zhu looked at Feng Yu curiously: “Why are you telling me this?”
“Nothing. I only want to say that although I am migrating to Hong Kong, Hong Kong will become part of China in a few more years, and I am still Chinese. Even for thee two years, I do not want others to see me as a Hong Konger. So, I am thinking of asking a favor from you. Can you give me a card? A card that allows me to stay in China permanently.”
Many countries have such permits. This sort of card represented permanent residency in that country, and the holder of the card is protected by that country’s law. But that does not mean the holder of this card is that country’s citizen.
Many Chinese in Feng Yu’s previous life had US green cards or holds the permanent residents of another nation. Many Chinese in China felt that these people were no longer Chinese national. They had gone over to the enemies and were foreigners now. But some of these people were still members of the National People’s Congress standing committee! These people were still Chinese nationals, except they were allowed to stay in another country.
Feng Yu had wanted to get dual nationality. But he knows that China does not recognize dual citizenship. That’s what he only asks for a China’s green card.
Iron-fist Zhu looks at Feng Yu. Someone at his age should not have such maturity. He seems too much more experienced than his peers. Iron-fist Zhu was very curious about this.
Iron-fist Zhu had investigated Feng Yu and his family background. Feng Yu’s family was typical and had nothing special. They did not have any connections with anyone overseas.
Feng Yu got his starting capital from a bear! It was that bear that helped this young man create a business empire. What was more shocking was that he could only find out part of Feng Yu’s assets. He did not know Feng Yu still had more investments overseas!
If this person could work for the government, then China’s economy would develop much faster. It’s a pity that this young man was not interested.
“There is no need to be so troublesome. You can have a Hong Konger identity and at the same time, retain your Chinese national identity. That means you are allowed to hold two legal passports!”
Ah? That means dual nationality? I am getting special privileges?
“You are saying that I am allowed to hold two nationalities?” Feng Yu asked again.
“It will be one country soon. It’s all the same. You are brilliant. I hope you will contribute more than donations and taxes to our nation.” Iron-fist Zhu looked at Feng Yu into his eyes.
But Feng Yu did not reply. He was not interested in politics. It was not because he does not know about government politics. But it was because he was better in finance and also there were too many restrictions working for the government. He does not like to be restricted.
“If I am about to do it, then I will do my best. I am a Chinese National, after all!”
“Hahaha, well said! I will get someone to settle this for you. You will get a legal Hong Kong passport 3 days later.” Iron-fist Zhu was pleased with Feng Yu’s reply.
Iron-fist Zhu looks at Feng Yu’s back view as he left. This was someone whom he can’t read. This person appeared in China. Was this excellent fortune or……
Translator’s notes:
Green Card
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Green_card
National People’s Congress
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/National_People’s_Congress