Guests of this issue: Li Dongsheng, founder and chairman of TCL

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Since the third quarter of 2020, the panel industry has ushered in the strongest price increase cycle in history. From the end of May 2020 to April 2021, the growth rates of 32/43/55/65-inch TV panels were 141%/91%/100%/56% respectively. At the same time, the problem of upstream chip shortages continues, and to a certain extent, the increase in panel growth has also intensified.

According to a recent study by Goldman Sachs, there are as many as 169 industries in the world that are affected to some extent by the shortage of chips, ranging from automobiles, steel products, concrete production to air-conditioning manufacturing, and even soap production.

How do you view the trend of the panel industry this year? How to solve the problem of chip shortage? How should companies travel through the cyclical fluctuations of the industry? Sohu think tank “To Know 100 People” talked with TCL founder and chairman Li Dongsheng.

Li Dongsheng said that this round of panel price increases was mainly caused by the strong growth in demand for display products since the epidemic and the cyclical fluctuations in the industry. The current shortage of supply and demand is mainly concentrated on large-size products, and the supply of small and medium-sized products is relatively sufficient. It is expected that a basic balance of supply and demand can be achieved within this year. Li Dongsheng pointed out that in the past ten years, the entire display industry has experienced two cyclical fluctuations, and now it is the third time. For enterprises, it is necessary to have the ability to operate and manage through industry cycle fluctuations. In the management through this cycle, one aspect of the company must have strategic control capabilities, and the other must rely on improving its own core capabilities, especially product technical capabilities. “The development of the semiconductor display industry is not just driven by market demand, but also driven by innovation. So for TCL, we are constantly expanding our production capacity, but every increase in production capacity is not simple. The expansion of scale must make progress in the iterative upgrade of products.” Li Dongsheng said. Talking about the shortage of chips, Li Dongsheng believes that there are two main reasons. One is the rapid growth of the demand side, especially the rapid development of the electric vehicle market, and the other is the insufficient new investment on the supply side. Although the investment has increased rapidly in the past two years , But it still takes time to form an effective production capacity. Li Dongsheng predicts that the current chip shortage will continue for 9 to 12 months. In Li Dongsheng’s view, the development of the chip industry is not just about having funds, but also related to technical capabilities. The lack of domestic high-end chip manufacturing capabilities and the lack of core equipment are currently the bottleneck restricting the development of the chip industry. Facing the technological blockade, China is increasing its investment in equipment, technology, and materials to accelerate the development of China’s chip integrated circuit manufacturing industry. “But everyone should not have too optimistic expectations about this process. I believe it will take at least 3 to 5 years.” Finally, Li Dongsheng pointed out, In the long run, the science and technology industry must have a global division of labor. It is not the most competitive method for a country to fully complete its industrial chain behind closed doors. In the future, we must be more open and win-win cooperation to better promote the healthy development of the industry. TCL founder and chairman Li Dongsheng The following is a compilation of interviews: Sohu Finance: You once said that globalization is a sustainable way for companies to cope with changes in the global economic landscape and the new challenges of trade protectionism. What is the current progress of TCL’s global layout? Can you share a few successful experiences of TCL in expanding the international market? Li Dongsheng: TCL has initially formed a complete global industrial layout. We have established eight industrial bases in major overseas countries and regions. In the near future, our ninth industrial base in India will also be built. We have established industrial supply chains around the world so that our industrial supply chains can penetrate into major countries and regional markets. One is that tariffs and trade protectionism can be avoided, and this new business model can also be recognized and recognized by the host country. stand by. We do not simply sell products to relevant countries and regions, but set up our industrial parks locally and establish corresponding supply chains. In this way, while developing our own global business, we can also contribute to the local social and economic development. So this kind of business model has been developing smoothly in all countries and regions so far. Sohu Finance: Starting from the third quarter of 2020, the panel industry has ushered in the strongest price increase cycle in history. How do you see the trend of the panel industry this year? Li Dongsheng: China is now the world’s leading producer of semiconductor display products. Taking the LCD industry as an example, we have accounted for more than half of the global production capacity. In other emerging display technology areas, we are also catching up quickly. This round of panel price increases is affected by the cyclical effects of the industry on the one hand, and during the epidemic, the demand for display products has grown very strongly. The current cycle of relatively tight supply may continue for a while, but in the end it will tend to balance supply and demand. The current supply and demand shortage of semiconductor display products is mainly concentrated in large-size products, and the supply of small and medium-sized products is still sufficient. China’s semiconductor display production capacity has been relatively large in investment in the past few years, so to alleviate this gap in supply and demand, it should be possible to achieve a basic balance between supply and demand within this year. Sohu Finance: How do you think companies should travel through the cyclical fluctuations of the industry? Li Dongsheng: For enterprises, we need to have a long-term business plan, and have the ability to operate and manage through industry cycle fluctuations. In the past ten years, the entire display industry has experienced two cyclical fluctuations, and now it is the third time. In the management through this cycle, one aspect of the company must have strategic control capabilities, and the other must rely on improving its own core capabilities, especially product technical capabilities. The development of the semiconductor display industry is not just driven by a force of market demand, another very important driving force comes from Driven by innovation . The development of some new display technologies and display products will create a new market demand. So for TCL, we are constantly expanding our production capacity, but Every increase in production capacity is not a simple scale expansion, it must be progress in the iterative upgrade of products. The two projects we started building in Guangzhou recently are a new attempt. We want to make a breakthrough in new display technology and open up a new market demand. Sohu Finance: How do you view the problem of chip shortage and how much impact will it have on TCL? Li Dongsheng: Chip supply has indeed been in short supply since last year, I think It is mainly caused by the rapid growth on the demand side and the insufficient growth on the supply side. On the demand side, especially with the development of electric vehicles, the demand for related chips is growing very fast. On the supply side, due to insufficient investment in the entire chip industry in the past few years, although domestic investment has increased relatively rapidly in the past two years, it will take some time to form effective production capacity. I think, The current chip shortage may continue for 9 to 12 months, but in the end it will be faster to balance. . The chip industry is actually divided into two parts, one is chip design, and the other is chip manufacturing. TCL will focus on chip design. At this stage, we will not consider investing in large-scale wafer manufacturing plants for the time being. As a terminal product manufacturer, we have an advantage in chip design. In fact, in the development of many smart technologies, it will integrate this technology into the chip, so if we have the capability of this chip, we will be even more powerful in the development of related smart product technologies. Sohu Finance: What do you think is the biggest dilemma in the development of the chip industry? Li Dongsheng: The bottleneck in the development of the chip industry, I think one is the accumulation of capabilities, and the other is the lack of core equipment. At present, the manufacturing process capability, technology and team capability of domestic chips are still far behind compared with Taiwan, South Korea, the United States, and Japan. Therefore, the construction of this project is not only about funds, but also related to technical capabilities. The second is limited by equipment. At present, some core equipment for chips cannot be produced in China. Everyone may have paid attention to many reports on the Internet. For example, SMIC’s current production process is 28 nanometers. If you go forward, the equipment will not be sold to us abroad, and the domestic development of this equipment, I believe It takes a relatively long time, so the manufacturing capacity of this higher-end chip is also a constraint. However, this round of technological blockade of China will promote China’s equipment, technology, or materials, we will increase investment in this area, and will accelerate the development of China’s chip integrated circuit manufacturing industry. But this process should not be too optimistic. I believe it will be a process of at least 3 to 5 years. Therefore, in the long run, the science and technology industry must have a global division of labor. It is not the most competitive method for a country to completely complete its industrial chain behind closed doors. Some of the current practices are also forced by the situation. Therefore, in the future development, we still need to have a more open mind and a win-win mentality to better promote the healthy development of the industry

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Today, when the pressure of social competition is accelerating, so-called irregular working time mechanisms such as the “996 work system” have been derived. Some people say that this is a kind of blessing that allows young people to grow up quickly. Others say that this is a shortcut to self-destruction.

Is the “996 work system” really a blessing? Entering the era of digital economy, what changes will corporate organizations have? Sohu Business School talked with Lv Shousheng, president of the Beijing Chinese and Foreign Enterprise Human Resources Association. Lv Shousheng believes that corporate competition is becoming increasingly fierce, and some companies with strong sense of crisis and weak profitability have to work overtime to adapt to this competition. To a certain extent, proper overtime can help to enhance the competitiveness of enterprises, but excessive overtime can harm work efficiency to a certain extent.

Talking about the obstacles that Chinese companies face in “going out”, Lu Shousheng said that some countries have set many restrictions on the investment of Chinese companies, especially some industry associations and trade unions, which are full of vigilance about the entry of Chinese companies. “Some companies worry that we will move their technology to China in the course of mergers and acquisitions, thereby reducing local production. Therefore, they have doubts about our investment sincerity.”

According to Lu Shousheng, the “Going Global” of Weichai Group, where he belongs, is a successful case. Weichai is an international company with cross-field and cross-industry operations. It has power systems, automotive business, construction machinery, intelligent logistics, agricultural equipment, marine transportation equipment and other business sectors around the world. Its subsidiaries are in Europe, North America, Asia and other regions. , Products are exported to more than 110 countries and regions.

Lv Shousheng said that Weichai Group began its international exploration in 2009. In this process, The first is to be good at using international talents; the second is to establish a regular exchange mechanism for talents; the third is to do a good job in cultural communication and integration. Because the integration of cultures and people in different regions takes time, we must use the spirit of responsibility, communication, tolerance, and innovation to promote the two sides to reach consensus when differences arise.

The “14th Five-Year Plan” announced on March 12 and the 2035 long-term goal clearly stated that the statutory retirement age will be gradually delayed. What is the impact of delayed retirement on the job market? Lu Shousheng said that the overall situation of delaying retirement has been determined. In the future, it will be common for people in their 50s and 60s to find jobs in the job market. The silver hair market will gradually rise in the future, which is a useful supplement to the current shortage of talent market and labor supply.

Lu Shousheng believes that To deal with delayed retirement, companies need to provide timely training to people of similar ages. Some employees are limited by knowledge and skills, and have insufficient grasp of the new economy, especially digital capabilities. Companies should do some counseling and training early in this regard to avoid them Fall behind prematurely.

Second, create as many opportunities as possible to give full play to the talents of the elderly. Third, companies should strengthen health management and energy management, such as providing fitness facilities, enhancing the physical fitness of employees, and regularly arranging physical examinations to prevent them from getting too early. The exhaustion of physical function; the last thing is to do a good job of career guidance to prevent employees from not reaching the age of retirement, but they think of retirement early in their minds.

The following is a compilation of interviews:

Sohu Finance: 996, large and small work week, what are the underlying reasons for the existence of overtime culture in Chinese companies? From the perspective of corporate management, can it really improve corporate efficiency and competitiveness?

Lu Shousheng: At present, the competition among industries is very fierce. Companies mainly want to improve their competitiveness and increase output. They often actively and passively let employees work overtime. Some companies have unmatched advantages in natural resources, business models, core technologies, and customer acquisition. In this case, these companies do not need to work overtime.

However, some companies have a strong sense of crisis and relatively weak profitability. In addition, the production rhythm and production tasks are relatively heavy, and they have to work overtime to adapt to this competition. To a certain extent, proper overtime can help improve the efficiency and competitiveness of enterprises. Excessive overtime is not enough, which will damage work efficiency to a certain extent.

Sohu Finance: Excellent Chinese companies such as Huawei and ByteDance often face local policy challenges and pressures when going overseas. What do you think is the most important problem that Chinese companies need to solve in the process of internationalization?

Lu Shousheng: First of all, we must understand and understand the local employment policies and business rules, pay attention to cultural differences, and avoid discomfort.

Secondly, Chinese and foreign companies also have differences in personnel dismissal. European companies have relatively strong trade unions, and it is often very troublesome for companies to dismiss a person. But in China, the entry and exit of corporate personnel is relatively flexible.

Some countries have set many restrictions on the investment of Chinese companies in order to protect local industries. In particular, some industry associations and trade unions are full of vigilance about the entry of Chinese companies, and even doubt the sincerity of investment. These are obstacles that Chinese companies have to face in “going out”.

Sohu Finance: What are the successful examples of companies in the process of internationalization?

Lu Shousheng: The Weichai Group I serve now, their “going out” is a good case. Weichai Group began its international exploration in 2009, and successively acquired French company Baudouin with a history of 100 years. In the process of integration, many companies lost money at the beginning of mergers and acquisitions. However, through domestic and foreign linkages, we have achieved a turnaround from loss to profit, and achieved industrial synergy.

In the process of Weichai’s going global, the first is to be good at making use of international talents. The second is to establish a regular exchange mechanism for talents. We will invite the heads of overseas investment companies to the Chinese headquarters or affiliated companies for visits, learning, and exchanges. At the same time, high-potential talents cultivated in China are sent abroad to participate in their project learning process like a shadow plan.

The third is to do a good job in cultural communication and integration. Finally, the employees of Chinese local companies learn how foreign countries pay attention to quality and quality process optimization, so as to enhance our own management capabilities and increase the practical experience of the front line.

Sohu Finance: Compared with Western management models, what are the characteristics of Chinese management models and what practical results have they achieved? What aspects need to be learned from Western managers?

Lu Shousheng: It is difficult to have a unified definition of Chinese-style business management, let alone any standard. Chinese companies emphasize authoritative leadership, and employees have a strong sense of awe and respect for leaders. The West is relatively democratic. In terms of decision-making mechanisms and strategy formation, more emphasis is placed on teamwork.

Secondly, with regard to management style, the West favors a coaching style of leadership, that is, I teach you how to do it. In China, the leadership style is more command-based, that is, I say you do it. Chinese-style management has a strong affinity, and the West emphasizes equality and fairness. What needs to be learned from the West is to play the role of a coach, do less preaching, and provide more guidance instead of telling the answer directly.

Sohu Finance: Three years after Pinduoduo went public, Huang Zheng resigned as chairman, completing the exit of all the founders. How should we evaluate the impact of the founder’s exit on the company?

Lu Shousheng: The founder’s withdrawal from the company may be due to other pursuits of the founder. This is a proactive action, such as Wang Shi withdrawing from Vanke, Jack Ma withdrawing from Alibaba, and Huang Zheng withdrawing from Pinduoduo. Some of these withdrawals are motivated by personal hobbies, and some are motivated by the pursuit of other life values ​​and higher missions.

Some companies have made preparations for this a long time ago, such as Vanke’s Yu Liang and other managements, who are familiar with the company’s governance structure, management capabilities, company culture, and operating mechanism. Therefore, the exit of the founder will not have a major adverse impact on the company, but will be beneficial to the iteration and growth of talents.

Sohu Finance: The Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security has made it clear that the statutory retirement age will be gradually delayed. What is the impact of delayed retirement on the job market? As a company’s HR, how to deal with delayed retirement and what preparations should be made?

Lu Shousheng: The society needs to emphasize flexible employment, which means that people who are older but still have a good skill can continue to work. Companies should pay attention to employees’ innovation, willingness to work, and vitality. They cannot be one size fits all, but only look at age.

In the future, it will be more common for people in their 50s and 60s to get new job opportunities in the job market, and the silver hair market will gradually rise. This will be a useful supplement to our current shortage of talent market and labor supply, and it will also ease relatively speaking. The gospel of labor shortage and talent shortage.

First, companies must provide timely training to people of similar ages. Some personnel are limited by knowledge and skills, and have insufficient grasp of the new economy, especially digital capabilities. Companies must do some counseling and training early in this regard to avoid them prematurely The lagging behind.

Second, create as many opportunities as possible to give full play to the talents of the elderly. Third, companies should strengthen health management and energy management, such as providing certain fitness facilities, enhancing the physical and physical fitness of employees, and arranging regular physical examinations to prevent them from premature physical failure, and to prepare for a longer term. .

The last thing is to do a good job of guidance to prevent employees from thinking about retirement early in their hearts before they reach the age of retirement. Companies need to clarify their own mechanisms to provide better opportunities for older, but still vigorous and energetic employees.

Sohu Finance: Has the company’s requirements for outstanding employees changed under the influence of the long-term epidemic? Under the global market environment, how do companies carry out the strategic layout of talents?

Lu Shousheng: The first requirement for outstanding employees is performance. The second is strong learning ability and innovation ability. The third is attitude. Outstanding employees often have a strong sense of professionalism, collaboration, and teamwork.

Under the influence of the epidemic, some companies hope that outstanding employees can be more resilient and not give up because of temporary difficulties, which may cause doubt or frustration about the company. Excellent employees must be able to actively adapt to this change and turn the crisis into vitality. , Turn pressure into motivation. Excellent employees are those who seldom complain about the objective environment and will proactively look for opportunities.

If an enterprise has a globalization and internationalization strategy, it must reserve talents in advance. For example, whether the selected managers have bilingual communication skills, and whether they have a certain understanding of the international business environment. In addition, as the international situation continues to change, globalization issues are temporarily facing some challenges. Enterprises cannot change their determination to globalize. Under such circumstances, the acquisition and preparation of talents must be advanced, rather than behind closed doors.

In this regard, Laurent Dordet, Chief Executive Officer of Hermès Timepieces, said in an interview: “This timepiece embodies Hermès’ incisive interpretation of contemporary men’s temperament-they are obsessed with passionate actions, while pursuing comfort and ease. This timepiece. This watch will become synonymous with elegant charm, adventurous spirit and freedom, rather than a representative of conservative and self-contained.”

This year, the H08 watch launched by Hermès is so significant that a large part of the reason is that this watch is the first sports style watch of Hermès. Both rigorous and sexy, both strong and delicate, combining matte and shiny surfaces-just like Hermès men, they have diverse and multifaceted characteristics. The Hermès H08 watch has a slightly mysterious name, suggesting its connection with graphics, mathematics and metaphysics. The original digital design is unique and resonates with the watch as a whole. The outline of the number 0 and the number 8 echoes the shape of the case. In addition, the number 0 embodies the void, while the horizontally arranged number 8 symbolizes infinity. It is like a journey unfolding in the realm of existence, echoing the mystery and profoundness of time like an echo.

Hermes H08 watch

“The square watch is equipped with a mechanical movement, blending selected materials and rounded lines. This is the part of this watch that impresses me the most.” Laurent Dordet, Chief Executive Officer of Hermès Watch said, “The sharp and neat shape is slightly simple and smooth. The lines blend seamlessly with the exquisite case, combined with exquisite fonts and cleverly mixed materials, adding a sense of personality.”

Hermes H08 watch

Not only is the style unique, the H08 watch also shows skill and creativity in watchmaking technology and material technology. This watch is equipped with Hermès self-produced movement H1837 self-winding movement, and proposes a variety of material options, including some innovative technology materials. For example, a graphene-filled case with a satin-finished and polished ceramic bezel; a black gold sandblasted dial with full minute scales, luminous Arabic numerals, black nickel hands for displaying hours, minutes and seconds, and a central second hand. . The other two styles are a matt black DLC (Diamond-Like Carbon) coated titanium case and a satin-finished titanium case with a black nickel-treated dial.

It is these light and strong material details that make the H08 watch, as Laurent Dordet put it, “easy to control a variety of scenes.”

Laurent Dordet, CEO of Hermès Watch

Dialogue with Laurent Dordet, CEO of Hermès Watch

In the past year, the epidemic has had a huge impact on the entire watchmaking industry. Looking back at the performance of the Hermès watchmaking industry in the past year, what do you think and evaluate? What was the biggest challenge during this period? What surprises you?

The epidemic has a huge impact on the watchmaking industry. We must find alternative ways to maintain consistent service quality and live up to customer expectations. We pay particular attention to the customer experience in the store, and we try our best to make every local customer feel at home, whether offline or online. Even though our factory has been closed for a few weeks, we still managed to keep the 9-month output at the same level as the entire year of 2019. In 2020, we have successfully concluded with a growth rate of 2.3%. Since June, the entire Asian watch industry has ushered in strong sales growth. In regions where the tourism industry is sluggish (Europe, America), the consumption of local customers has also increased.

In the past year, which one was the most popular watch in the Chinese market? What do you think is the reason why it is so popular with consumers?

The Cape Cod series is extremely popular with Chinese customers. The Cape Cod watch was born in 1991, incorporating the rebellious spirit of designer Henri d’Origny. At that time, Hermès commissioned him to design a square watch, but he himself prefers the rectangle. From this, he had a crazy idea-to split the iconic “anchor chain” pattern in two, and to cleverly combine various shapes. The Cape Cod watch embeds the square in the rectangle, and the double-ring strap makes it more distinctive. This design makes the watch more creative, bold, avant-garde, witty, and unique.

In April 2021, Hermès will participate in the watch exhibition for the first time as a member of Watches and Miracles. This watch event is the first time for many participating brands. What do you think of the exhibition of such a new situation? For Hermès, compared to participating in the Basel Watch Fair and Geneva Watch Fair many years ago, has the significance of participating in the Watch and Wonder Watch Fair in 2021 changed?

This is our fourth time since 2018 to participate in the Geneva Watch and Miracle Exhibition (formerly the Geneva International Haute Horlogerie Exhibition). We are very happy to be able to walk hand in hand with other high-quality brands that support different watchmaking visions, and to interpret our unique expression of time. Since the cancellation of the Baselworld (Baselworld), the Geneva Watch and Miracle Show (formerly the Geneva International Haute Horlogerie Fair) has become a grand event in the watch industry, with media friends, celebrities, retailers and end customers from all over the world gathering Here.

The Online Geneva Watch and Miracle Exhibition shares many common values ​​with us, including an open spirit. In the face of a rapidly changing world, the exhibition responded appropriately. It not only provided small brands with display opportunities, but also provided a platform for communication and business, which was of great benefit to participating brands.

Do we still need watch exhibitions in the future? In other words, in the future, what kind of changes do you expect from the exhibition?

Of course yes, I am still convinced of this. Obviously, digital conferences cannot replace offline conferences. In our opinion, even if the 2021 exhibition adopts a digital format, it is not just a simple transmission of new work presentations. The digital and physical worlds are inseparable, and they will complement each other. Therefore, all Hermès press conferences are conducted live.

We are now confident that we can return to physical exhibitions in 2022, but it is obvious that online exhibitions are still an important way to keep in touch with friends in the media, celebrities, retailers and end customers, especially when someone can’t or don’t want to travel. . I hope that future exhibitions can continue to enrich the format, open up and innovate.

Hermès H08 watch, equipped with Hermès self-produced movement H1837 automatic winding movement.

In recent years, the new watches of Hermès are not only surprising in style, but also have many advancements in watchmaking technology, and even no lack of innovations in complex functions. Can you talk about the efforts Hermès has made in watchmaking technology in recent years? In terms of improving the competitiveness of watchmaking technology, what layout and plans does Hermès have in the future?

Hermes H08 is a good example. In order to fully demonstrate the beauty of its design, corresponding technical solutions must be used. Therefore, we combine the case and dial manufacturing skills of the Hermès Watch Workshop. In addition, the composite materials and their components must be carefully selected and tried repeatedly, and the surface must be matte or polished without affecting the shape of the watch to create a natural overall shape. Through vertical integration, we are able to continuously develop a dialogue between creation and the industry without wasting time. This contradictory and unified concept is of great help to the development of our new products.

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Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu affirmed that the country’s military has successfully completed “quick tests”, responded well to “unfavorable” situations and has demonstrated “reliable” defense capabilities. “Of this country. Russian Su-34 fighters at the Morozovsk air base of Russia, near the Ukrainian border on March 27. Satellite photo: Maxar However, Mr. Shoigu still asked to keep the heavy weapons, some 160km from the Ukrainian border, in preparation for another major exercise later this year. On Twitter, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy immediately said it welcomes any steps to reduce Russia’s military presence at its border and alleviate tensions in the Donbass. President Zelensky added that Ukraine is very grateful to the international partners who have supported and sided with this country over the past time. Meanwhile, US State Department spokesman Ned Price said that the country was aware of Russia’s withdrawal announcement, but still had to wait for the actual withdrawal, and affirmed that it would always follow the developments closely. situation. The NATO North Atlantic Treaty Organization assesses Russia’s steps as important and timely. And like the United States, NATO will continue to be concerned about the Russian-Ukraine border situation. Another development that is expected to ease the situation is that Russian President Putin declares his readiness for talks with his Ukrainian counterpart Zelensky in Moscow. In response to Mr. Zelensky’s earlier invitation to meet and the venue is Donbass, the Russian President said: “The question is what will be discussed at this meeting? If we talk about discussing Donbass issues, Ukraine leaders should first meet the separatist leader, and then meet a third country like Russia. If we talk about bilateral relations, we would like to invite and receive the President of Ukraine whenever it is convenient for him in Moscow. Although the Russia-Ukraine summit may not take place soon, but those are also the statements that help cool the current situation, after a series of previous hard statements by the two sides, such as Ukraine is ready for 1 The war comes together with Russia, and Russia will not “indifferent” if the situation worsens … /.

On the afternoon of April 22, Ky Anh town held a meeting to meet, direct dialogue between the head of the party committee, the town government and the party secretary, village chief, population group leader in the area. At the dialogue meeting, leaders of Ky Anh town reported on the results of implementing political tasks after the Second Town Party Congress, directions and tasks in the coming time; Report on the election of deputies to the XV National Assembly and People’s Councils at all levels for the term 2021-2026. The leader of Ky Anh town affirmed that, over the past time, despite many difficulties, but with the motto: proactive, creative, deep, drastic, specific, party committee, Ky Anh town government has directed the effective implementation of programs, resolutions and projects proposed by the province and town. Leaders of Ky Anh town presided over the dialogue In the spirit of democracy, frankly, the delegates raised many dialogues with the head of the party committee, the town government in the fields related to the implementation of political duties, land clearance and compensation. support, resettlement, NTMs building, civilized urban areas … have a direct impact on production, life and daily life of the people, especially related to the upcoming election preparation. Permanent Deputy Secretary of the Town Party Committee, Chairman of the town’s People’s Council Phan Duy Vinh informed the results of the implementation of political tasks since the Second Congress of the Party’s Party Committee, the direction of the task in the coming time. The delegates also raised key contents in the field of natural resources and environment such as: granting certificates of land use rights to people in the planning areas; the issue of construction permits is still difficult; infrastructure in many resettlement areas has deteriorated; waste collection and treatment; lack of clean water for domestic use in some residential areas … Mr. Nguyen Xuan Don – Head of Village 3, Tan Phuc Thanh, Ky Loi Commune: “ It is necessary to consider allocating resettlement land to people in Ky Loi commune; pay attention to coastal landslide before the coming stormy season … ” Participants said that it is necessary to have policies to support upgrading infrastructure of resettlement areas; In urban embellishment and environmental sanitation, there is a need for coordination between the people and the authorities at all levels; There must be a separate policy to support the construction of a civilized city in 6 wards in the area … 130 Party cell secretaries, village leaders, and population group leaders in the area participated in the dialogue Besides, the problem of coastal erosion in Ky Loi commune; In Ky Ha commune, there is no storm shelter; urban embellishment work in Hung Tri ward; security work before, during and after the time of the election; Visual propaganda for major holidays and elections … was also recommended by many interested delegates. Mr. Nguyen Quang Tuan – Secretary of Sub-ward of Quarter 2, Hung Tri Ward: “ IN In some places in the center of Hung Tri ward, the collection and collection of waste still have many shortcomings, which need attention and early treatment … ” Regarding the compensation and site clearance, many delegates also worried about the implementation of compensation for fishing gears in Ky Loi commune; Compensation level at projects implemented in the area is still low; provide resettlement land for married children in Ky Loi commune; planning of intercropped land to provide land for children in Ky Ha commune … Chairman of the Town People’s Committee Nguyen Hoai Son receives and explains issues related to site clearance and civilized urban construction. Chairman of the Town People’s Committee Nguyen Hoai Son receives and explains clearly and specifically issues related to compensation, land clearance, resettlement assistance and civilized urban construction. The answers are centralized, go straight to the content and clarify any concerns and problems. Thereby, promptly resolve or propose competent authorities to consider and handle in accordance with regulations. Concluding at the dialogue, on behalf of the head of the party committee, the town government, Secretary of the Party Committee Dang Van Thanh has seriously accepted questions and recommendations, thoughts and aspirations of key cadres. villages, residential groups in the area. Party Secretary Dang Van Thanh concluded at the dialogue For issues that require time to verify and clarify, Secretary of the Party Committee Ky Anh assigns specialized divisions to research, resolve and meet the people’s legitimate requests and aspirations. The dialogue conference is considered as a democratic forum for secretaries of local branches and officials to express their voices and aspirations as well as voice representatives of the people about the situation at the grassroots. to the town leaders … Thereby, contributing to consolidating and strengthening the unity within the Party and the consensus of the People to successfully implement the goals and tasks set out in the Resolution of the Congress of the Party Committee of Ky Anh Town. II, term 2020 – 2025; At the same time, well prepare all conditions for the upcoming election.

Japan and Germany hold their first Diplomatic and Defense Strategic Dialogue (Dialogue 2+2) online, April 13. (Source: AP)

According to the sheet Nikkei (Japan), on April 13, Japan held its first Diplomatic and Defense Strategic Dialogue (Dialogue 2+2) with Germany online, a framework similar to that of other important European partners, Britain and France.

Clearly, Prime Minister Suga Yoshihide’s administration is increasingly urging key European partners to increase their intervention in the Indo-Pacific region, especially amid certain rifts in China’s relations with Europe recently regarding human rights democracy.

Attending the dialogue on the Japanese side were Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi and Defense Minister Nobuo Kishi, while on the German side were Foreign Minister Heiko Maas and Defense Minister Annegret Kramp-Karrenbauer.

At the dialogue, Japanese Foreign Minister Motegi criticized China for saying that “unilateral actions to change the status quo by force have lost the premises of peace and prosperity for the international community.”

Meanwhile, Secretary Maas stated that “security cooperation is extremely important in the context of various threats in the Indo-Pacific region.”

The German side said it would send a destroyer to the Indo-Pacific region next summer and planned joint training between Japan’s Maritime Defense Force and the German Navy.

It is unusual for a country without territory in the Asia-Pacific to send warships to the region, but it is also the first time germany has shown strong colours on security issues.

This Japan-Germany 2+2 Strategic Dialogue is an example that Germany is ready to participate in the race for sovereignty in the Indo-Pacific region.

Basically the strategy of the Biden administration and its allies is to bring together a siege that restrains China, including European countries. It’s also a sign that the U.S. feels the difficulty of unilateral confrontation and arms race with China.

Other European countries are already aware of the threat from China.

Britain identified China as the biggest national threat to economic security, identified in a new security and diplomatic strategy announced in March.

Britain has left the European Union (EU) and does not want China to lead Asia, which is seen as its promising market. London has also expressed its intention to join the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP), an agreement that plays a role in creating a siege on China.

In the current context, the similarities between the UK and Japan are to promote the free trade system in the Indo-Pacific region, while curbing China’s expansion at sea.

Among European countries, Britain has pledged to send the aircraft carrier HMS Queen Elizabeth and France will send a nuclear-powered attack submarine to the Indo-Pacific region.

According to Professor Yuichi Morii of the University of Tokyo, recent moves by Britain, France and Germany have sent a message of cooperation to Japan as countries that share a common view of values.

German Chancellor Angela Merkel once said China was a “systemal competitor” with political differences. However, China is also a huge market with a size of 1.4 billion people and is an important trading partner of Germany.

On April 7, during a phone call with Chinese President Xi Jinping, Ms Merkel also stressed the importance of dialogue.

As European relations with China tend to cool and the region faces serious economic impact from the Covid-19 epidemic, the U.S. and Japan should work to promote diplomatic activities with European countries, in order to support maintaining a tough stance on security.