HCB Chapter 1297 Various Proposals
Chapter 1297 Various Proposals
Grandpa Fu took a sip of tea and asked, "What were your grandfather's arrangements? Did he give you any advice?"
Liu Meilan replied, "My grandfather said that I was chosen as a representative because of my identity as an entrepreneur, so I should leverage that advantage. Of course, not to use this identity to make more money, but to use it to benefit the working class and peasantry."
Grandpa Fu smiled. "If your grandfather says so, then you should do it. The extensive development model of reform and opening up has reached a certain stage. After all, back then, in order to develop the economy, we often didn't pay attention to details. But you can't ignore the scale of your business. If you think about workers and peasants, you're an entrepreneur. If you don't think about workers and peasants, you're a capitalist. Under our current system, you really need to think carefully about how to do it!"
Liu Meilan's expression also became more serious. "All employees in my companies have social security, and their salaries increase year by year. The longer they work, the higher their basic salary. Bonuses fluctuate with the profits of the year, but things are developing well now, and they are basically increasing. We also have a labor union that cares about the lives of our employees. If anyone has difficulties, we will help them as soon as possible."
Grandpa Fu smiled happily; this was one of the reasons why Liu Meilan was highly regarded by the higher-ups.
The country is so big, it doesn't matter who makes the money, right? Foreigners come here to make money, and no one is stopping them! The most crucial thing is social responsibility, which is what the higher-ups value most.
"Actually, you've already done quite well. As the representative, you just raise the issue like this because that's how you do it," Grandpa Fu said with a smile. "Play to your strengths, only act within your area of expertise, and you can't go wrong."
Liu Meilan nodded, "I understand, Grandpa."
After returning home, Liu Meilan refined her proposal and submitted it when she attended the conference.
Many relatives of the family and large private enterprises may be willing to purchase social security, but many small businesses simply don't care about these things.
Many of the factory workers are migrant workers from other places, and the turnover rate is very high. It's not worthwhile for them to hand over equipment; they just want higher wages.
Therefore, Liu Meilan also considered this issue when making her proposal. It's not mandatory, but companies that pay will receive certain tax reductions or exemptions.
There is a women's representative nearby who provides physical examinations, especially gynecological examinations, for female migrant workers, and strictly investigates illegal clinics.
Many unmarried women get pregnant after living together, but before they reach the point of marriage, or their boyfriends run away to avoid responsibility, they are afraid to go to the hospital for an abortion and don't have the money to go to a major hospital, so they go to unlicensed clinics.
Some suffer from severe bleeding, and even if they survive, they lose the ability to become mothers. Some even lose their lives; this happens every year and is not uncommon.
Liu Meilan was stunned when she heard the other person's remark, but then she understood. These young people came to the big city to work, and since they were young, cohabitation was very likely to happen. Although most of them would end up together, then return to their hometowns to get married, and then come out to work again.
But many were scattered and destroyed.
Liu Meilan exclaimed, "Sister Li, what is the solution in your proposal?"
Ms. Liu replied, "On the one hand, we should increase government funding so that hospitals can offer certain discounts for women's health checkups, thereby attracting them to large hospitals for abortions, which greatly improves safety. On the other hand, we should actively promote healthy male-female relationships, such as providing condoms in crowded places with just an ID card..."
Clearly, this Ms. Li, as a doctor, discovered a real-world problem and then made a proposal representing the needs of the people.
"Sister Li, you're amazing." Liu Meilan gave a thumbs up. "You genuinely want to do something practical for women."
Sister Li smiled and said, "We were chosen as representatives so that we could do something practical, right? Even if our ideas aren't adopted this time, they will be taken into consideration as the economy develops. The most frightening thing is seeing something but not implementing it; how can our country progress then?"
“Yes!” Liu Meilan nodded. “That’s what I think too.”
Sister Li asked, "Comrade Liu, what did you mention?"
Liu Meilan replied, "As an entrepreneur, I naturally approach this from the company's perspective, improving workers' wages and benefits, especially for women. Although we are a private enterprise, or a joint-stock company, we are willing to shoulder this responsibility. Women have maternity leave, and our company also provides a childcare center with dedicated nannies to help take care of the children, allowing women to return to work as soon as possible."
Sister Li was filled with respect. "Comrade Xiaoqiang, in an era where everyone is focused on money, it's truly remarkable that you can still take social responsibility into account. Which company do you work for?"
Liu Meilan replied, "Sifangdao Investment Company!"
"So you're Sifangdao Investment Company? You're quite famous in Shenzhen; I've heard of you," Sister Li praised. "My family is from Hainan Province. This year, we farmed South Sea pearls from Sifangdao, and the profits were very high. This year, they're planning to expand their farming operations! Thank you!"
Liu Meilan was surprised to meet someone who knew about their company. "Sister Li, you flatter me. We'll keep up the good work and help more people get rich."
Sister Li smiled and said, "The development of the economy depends on you."
In addition to talking with Sister Li, Liu Meilan also exchanged ideas with other representatives. Everyone used their industry identities, knowledge, and understanding to raise issues that would benefit the development of the industry and society.
Of course, some people harbor malicious intentions, but everyone has their own moral compass. Upon hearing of something harmful, everyone voted against it.
After submitting the proposal, we await a vote in March next year.
Liu Meilan came out of the hall and looked up at the sky.
Everything she's experienced in this life is something she could never have dreamed of in her past life. Her current situation is a gift from heaven.
Liu Meilan felt that such a great blessing was too heavy a burden, and she wanted to share it with more people so that she could feel at ease.
Back at the company, Liu Meilan told Tang Xiaoyu about what had happened that day. "The prosperity outside makes people only see the surface. The real driving force that allows this society to continue to develop and operate comes from the National People's Congress and from the people."
Tang Xiaoyu was taken aback and looked Liu Meilan up and down. "Meilan, have you undergone a transformation since you came back from this trip?"
Liu Meilan smiled, "You could say that!"
Tang Xiaoyu wanted to say something more, but the phone on the table rang. She answered it, "Hello?"
The assistant outside replied, "Mr. Tang, Director Wu from the city called."
Tang Xiaoyu was on high alert. "Bring them in immediately."
The call was quickly transferred, and Tang Xiaoyu greeted him immediately, "Director Wu, hello, what are your instructions?"
Director Wu smiled and said, "The second-highest leader in the province is here for an inspection and would like to visit your Sifangdao Investment Company this afternoon. Is that convenient for you?"
Without hesitation, Tang Xiaoyu replied, "Convenient, of course convenient. We welcome all leaders to visit and provide guidance at any time."
"Then it's settled. I'll be there at 2 PM," Director Wu said with a smile, and hung up the phone.
Tang Xiaoyu and Liu Meilan looked at each other, wondering why someone had suddenly come to inspect them!