"It's finally signed!" Countless people are paying attention to this negotiation between China and the United States about China joining the WTO. It can be said that the agreement was signed with the United States, which basically means that China has entered the WTO. At this time, China's strength is far from comparable to that of the United States, but it may not be possible in twenty years.

When Sha Zhengyang saw this news online, it was already past five o'clock in the afternoon. At 3:50, the negotiators of both China and the United States signed an agreement on behalf of their respective governments, and the Sino-US negotiations ended.

He walked to Lu Zongping's office, "Mayor, have you seen the news?"

"China and the United States sign a contract? I understand, Zhengyang, what do you think this means?" Lu Zongping waved to Sha Zhengyang to take his seat.

Lu Zongping's secretary next to him brought tea to Sha Zhengyang. He felt that the person who came to Lu Zongping's office was probably the most relaxed and comfortable person who had just arrived. He even felt a little "willing to do whatever he wanted".

Basically, he came whenever he wanted to come, and there was no need to say hello in advance. There was no important topic at any time. He just came casually and chatted about family matters. However, as a secretary, he knew that Mayor Lu seemed to like Sha Zhengyang's visits and chats very much.

Not to mention, maybe leaders like this kind of negotiation without too much restraint, of course, the premise is that you are worth it or your topic is worth it. It seems that this mayor Sha is familiar with it.

"It means that China's entry into the global market is inevitable, and the wave of globalization will further sweep. Factory companies in coastal areas will be the biggest beneficiaries. China's comparative advantage in manufacturing will become more and more obvious. They will become the super main force of China's exports. If these cities in our inland areas cannot seize this opportunity and catch up quickly, we will become labor, energy and raw materials export places in developed coastal areas. We all need to have this sense of urgency now!"

Sha Zhengyang said bluntly.

"Well, I think anyone with a little vision should see this trend. We Han should take the lead!" Lu Zongping waved his hand fiercely, looking passionate. At this time, he was completely convinced that he was not the leader of a sub-provincial city with a population of tens of millions. "I remember you mentioned to me that Han Du will become the leader of the western region in the future. In addition to the cultivation of emerging industries and high-tech industries, what is more important is educational resources. Since the resources of the Han Du now are not bad, they are even more outstanding in the western region. Zhengyang, do you think it is not enough?"

"Not only isn't enough, but it's far from it." Sha Zhengyang said seriously: "My understanding of future competition is ultimately reflected in the competition for talent attraction. Without talent, everything is empty talk. With talent, industry, capital, and technology, it will come one after another. But how can talents come? There are several channels, such as introducing foreign talents, returning overseas, talents from talent-rich places such as Beijing and Shanghai, the technical strength of scientific research institutes, or the talents cultivated by our local people. If you want you to attract, keep and live steadily, that is a problem of the charm of your entire environment. I think we all are still far from this."

Lu Zongping nodded, "I know, so I hope that you should fully consider this when assisting Mayor Yinbo in grasping the comprehensive urban planning. Talent strategy is the core strategy of a city, no less than industrial strategy. I have a deep understanding of this, and I think you are the same."

"Mayor, that's why I am worried about how our Han City can fully explore and show its own urban charm, improve the city level, and attract more multi-level talents." Sha Zhengyang paused and said: "The country's 985 Project and 211 Project have been launched, and there are several universities in our Han City, but I think this is far from enough. This is one aspect of university resources. What I want to mention is secondary education and vocational education, and even primary and preschool education."

"Secondary education? Elementary school and preschool education?" Lu Zongping was a little confused.

Is this a bit exaggerated? Could it be that Handu’s talent strategy has covered the level of primary and secondary schools and early childhood education? It is not too far away from the strategic macroeconomic perspective? This also needs to be considered in line with the development of the city’s overall social and economic undertakings?

When Sha Zhengyang saw Lu Zongping's expression, he knew that the other party had fallen apart. He smiled and explained: "Mayor, you have no objection to vocational education, right?"

"Well, I know, you mentioned a long time ago that vocational education is very important for a city that needs to gain a foothold in industrialization and manufacturing. Only by maintaining the advantages of the full cultivation system of technical manufacturing workers can we occupy an advantageous position in the fierce competition." Lu Zongping was still sober in this regard.

"Then why do I mention middle school primary education or even early childhood education?" Sha Zhengyang put down his teacup. "This is actually an important part of the charming factor of a city. When we are in the future, when we compete for talent, we need to consider the multi-faceted needs of the talent group. The entrepreneurial and employment environment is definitely the most important for the talent group. They must achieve self-worth through entrepreneurship and employment, so a full and superior entrepreneurial and employment environment is definitely their priority, including entrepreneurial support, entrepreneurial atmosphere, salary level, etc...."

Lu Zongping nodded and signaled Sha Zhengyang to continue. He had already vaguely felt Sha Zhengyang's intention.

"What if the needs in entrepreneurship and employment have been met? What will they consider? Living environment and conditions? This is definitely one aspect, which involves the spiritual conditions of housing prices, air quality, social security, leisure and entertainment, culture and art. What else? Children's schooling is definitely an important aspect they need, which is equivalent to solving their worries. If Han City has a very abundant number of primary and secondary schools and kindergartens with excellent teaching quality to meet their needs, I believe this can greatly add points to the talent competitiveness of our Han City..."

It was a bit interesting, Lu Zongping picked up the teacup and took a sip of the tea, calming down his mood.

This Sha Zhengyang is really not simple. It can extend the competitiveness of a city to talent competitiveness so sharply and profoundly, and then analyze so many tricks, it is definitely impossible to have no time to put in time. It is the ultimate ability of an assistant mayor to achieve this level.

"Well, I understand, it's very good. Your analysis is quite objective and true." Lu Zongping took a deep breath, "What do you mean is that we should start early in primary and secondary education and early childhood education, and plan and arrange construction in advance in terms of quality and quantity?"

"Yes, that's what I mean. In fact, we all know that the intensity of the urbanization process will become greater and greater, and the demand for high-quality resources in this area will become greater and greater. The earlier the planning is planned and the sooner it will be effective, the more obvious our competitiveness will be." Sha Zhengyang said seriously: "So the sooner this work, the better."

"I understand." Lu Zongping no longer said on this issue, "Do you have any good suggestions for higher education?"

"There are some, but it still depends on the central government's policies. For example, in combination with the development of the Western University, can we propose to the central government, such as Tsinghua University, Peking University, Renmin University of China Beihang University, Fudan Tongji, Nankai University of Science and Technology and even the Chinese Academy of Sciences, the possibility of setting up branch campuses in some cities in the western region? To help us, the western region cultivate more local talents?"

Sha Zhengyang had a vague memory. He seemed to have made a hole in this area in his previous life, but later the policy changed and tightened. However, the specific reason is unknown.

"Well, this is probably not simple." Lu Zongping shook his head, "I'm afraid even the province will find it difficult to interfere."

"How can I know if I don't try it? Besides, isn't there the best reason for the Western Development?" Sha Zhengyang refused to give up. "I have to work hard before I know if it's OK, right? What if there are one or two opportunities that we all caught?"

Lu Zongping thought about it, it was just like a dead horse, and it wouldn't cost much to try it. What if?

"In addition, in the vocational education, Han City should also pay attention to it. With the accelerated industrialization of our Han City, including the rapid development of county economy, how to increase this growth momentum, I think it is very worthwhile and necessary to increase investment in vocational education,..."

The vocational education strength of Handu City is actually not weak, but it has not received enough attention, or is in a relatively scattered state. How to integrate these forces and achieve maximum enrichment and improvement also requires investment in the city.

The news that China and the United States signed an agreement to join the WTO can also allow Lu Zongping and Sha Zhengyang to discuss the issues of urban competitiveness and talent strategy for 30 or 40 minutes, which is enough to show that the two people agree on many views.

Of course, as the head of a city, Lu Zongping must consider the issues much broader than Sha Zhengyang.

After all, these improvements require real financial investment. Han Metropolitan Finance is good in the province, but it is even compared with more than a dozen sub-provincial cities. It can only be considered a good example. How to play the piano well and seek balance is also a test of the wisdom of the municipal government.
Chapter completed!