Reborn Russia As An Oligarch

"How should the remaining 200 billion rubles be distributed? Does Speaker Mikhail have any good suggestions?"

Kudrin asked tentatively.

The expenditure budget for 2004 was originally set at 2.5 trillion yuan, but now Wang Ye proposes to increase it to 3 trillion yuan.

This is equivalent to an extra 500 billion rubles.

And Wang Ye also gave a suggestion, of which 300 billion would be given, half to the internal affairs department and half to the security bureau, on the grounds that the security situation was severe.

Kudrin couldn't refute this. He also knew very well that the extra 500 billion was definitely not easy to get. It was probably that Speaker Mikhail had discussed with people in certain departments to increase their budgets.

But it is difficult to adjust from the budget plans that have been drawn up by government departments, because no matter which department you try to reduce budget expenditures, you will face a series of problems!

After all, this expenditure budget is not written casually, but is the result of thorough consideration.

The best way is to add an extra amount of funds, so everyone will be happy!

Wang Ye smiled and shook his head and said: "You can plan for the remaining 200 billion rubles, but I suggest you focus on higher education. The life of a teacher in a university is not easy. It is a place for cultivating talents. If even teachers We are unable to teach with peace of mind and retain outstanding students, and the future of the country is in jeopardy."

Wang Ye is indeed deeply touched by this.

Since he came to study abroad, he has met many university teachers.

Even Agelina was a preparatory class teacher at Friendship University, so he also knew about the teachers' income.

The monthly salary of university teachers in Moscow ranges from three to four hundred US dollars to seven or eight hundred US dollars, and the average is about five hundred US dollars.

That sounds pretty good, considering it was still around 2000.

But the problem is that Moscow is an international metropolis and the cost of living is very high!

Therefore, the salary of university teachers is simply not enough.

You know, even an ordinary Chinese student who has just learned Russian for a year or two and works as a part-time translator in a big market can earn as little as five hundred dollars a month and as much as one or two thousand dollars.

In comparison, the salary of university teachers is indeed too small!

Teachers are paid such a low salary and have to worry about life all day long. How can they have the mind to teach well?

Correspondingly, the quality of education will decline, and college students will be more inclined to study in developed countries in Europe and the United States in the future. Because there are no elite talents left in China, it will be difficult for the technology industry to develop...

This forms a vicious cycle, which is very harmful to the country in the long run.

Therefore, Wang Ye specifically asked that funds should be directed towards higher education and allocate more funds to universities!

Kudlin nodded repeatedly, indicating that he had written it down and would discuss it with his colleagues after returning home to see how the remaining money should be distributed.

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For Mikhail, the young deputy speaker, although this is the first time the two of them have interacted directly, Kudrin has already deeply understood why he has risen so quickly since he entered politics!

It’s true that you have everything you need to do things well!

Obviously, Mikhail has his own ideas about next year's fiscal expenditure budget.

The Security Bureau and the Internal Affairs Department did not know what kind of relationship opened up the door to Mikhail and wanted to increase the budget.

If it had been anyone else, Kudlin might have been called over to discuss reducing the budgets of other departments and increasing the budgets of the Security Bureau and the Internal Affairs Department.

But this will cause two problems. First, Kudrin will not agree easily, and second, which department budgets will be reduced is also a big problem!

After all, the fiscal expenditure budget cannot be decided by one or two people. The report sent by Kudrin has been discussed countless times by the government!

That is also the product of constant discussions, compromises, and exchanges of interests...

It would be child's play if the Duma could make changes with just a few words.

Obviously, Mikhail also knew this, so he found another way and directly increased the budget by a large amount without touching the cake of any department!

Moreover, he only "took" part of the extra budget and left a large piece of cake to the government departments for them to distribute directly!

This is too...

It can only be said that Kudlin was very moved!

But there is one last question, that is, where does this extra 500 billion expenditure budget come from?

Should we really go into debt? In this case, there may be different opinions at the Duma Congress.

After all, Mikhail is only the leader of the third faction and the deputy speaker of the Duma. He is far from being able to dominate the Duma with one hand!

Therefore, Kudrin asked this question tactfully.

If this problem cannot be solved, then the things the two of them discussed are completely meaningless!

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Wang Ye smiled slightly, not panicking at all.

Since he dares to increase the budget by 500 billion rubles at once, he is certainly confident.

“On this issue, we can first analyze which people or departments can decide whether this expenditure budget can be passed.

First, it’s your government departments.

If you increase the budget by 500 billion, no one will object to it, right? "

Kudlin immediately nodded and said: "Yes, we will definitely not object!"

Just kidding, if you add more budget, it would be equivalent to giving them a lot of money to "spend", and of course they will not object.

Wang Ye continued: "Then it's the Duma side, right?"

In terms of process, this kind of fiscal budget is indeed a budget plan submitted by the government, approved by the Duma, and then handed over to the government for implementation. It is very simple.

There are not many departments involved.

Theoretically, as long as the government has no objections and the Duma can pass it, the plan will take effect immediately and can be implemented.

So Kudrin continued to nod yes.

Wang Ye further analyzed:

“For the Duma, it’s nothing more than whether the major factions can reach an agreement, or whether they can win the support of the majority of people.

You see, of my increased budget, 300 billion has been given to the departments of Shao Yigu and Korokoli. Do you think the first faction will object?

In the same way, this new modification proposal is proposed by me, will the third faction object?/

As long as our two factions can reach an agreement, will this budget plan still fail? "

After being asked several questions in succession, Kudlin suddenly realized that it did make sense!

Na Shaoyigu and Korokoli are both the backbone of the first faction!

Now that Mikhail is increasing the budget for their department, it is tantamount to giving benefits to the first faction. Not only will the first faction not object, but they will desperately support it.

And Mikhail is the leader of the third faction and has great influence within the faction. It is impossible for members of the faction to oppose him on this matter.

That is equivalent to the first faction and the third faction joining forces to promote this new spending budget plan. How could it fail!

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After Kudrin left happily, Wang Ye went directly to Gryzlov's office.

He still has to deal with the first faction.

Otherwise, it will be really difficult for the new expenditure budget to be passed in the Duma.

When they arrived at Grezlov's office, Wang Ye explained the matter in detail.

Finally, he said in a sincere tone: "Our financial budget is too low, which is inconsistent with our country's international status! The expenditure budget must be increased, otherwise it will be difficult for various institutions to operate normally."

Grezlov nodded with deep sympathy and sighed: "Who says it's not the case? It's a pity that our income is too low. If we rashly increase the expenditure budget by so much, will it..."

"No! I am confident enough that next year's fiscal revenue will increase significantly! The government's revenue estimates are too conservative, and they may not be very clear about the trends in the international energy market. According to my estimates, next year Global energy prices will soar, including crude oil, natural gas, etc., as well as various metals! So our financial revenue will be higher than expected!"

Wang Ye said firmly.

Seeing that he was so sure, Gryzlov would certainly not doubt it. After all, Wang Ye was a real expert in the energy field!

Today, Yukos, which controls Yukos, has also invested in Gazprom. These two companies can basically represent the entire Russian energy industry...

In addition, Wang Ye's past performance is enough to prove his vision and ability. Grezlov will not be stupid enough to doubt Wang Ye's judgment on this issue.

He said happily: "Since you are confident, Misha, what else can I say? I will definitely support you! After all, increasing the financial budget is good for everyone."

Indeed, Shaoyigu's Security Bureau and Korokoli's Internal Affairs Department are "hardcore" supporters of the Kremlin!

It is also the sphere of influence of the first faction.

Among the increased financial budget, their first faction took the biggest piece of cake!

Although Gryzlov also knew that Wang Ye was very close to Shao Yigu and Korokoli and had a good relationship.

But it doesn't matter. After all, this money is not for Shao Yigu and Korokoli themselves. In the end, it will still be used for the Security Bureau and the Ministry of Internal Affairs.

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After gaining the support of Gryzlov, Wang Ye felt much more relaxed.

He himself is the director of the Economic Committee and has a great say in reviewing the government's financial budget.

Now that there is support from the largest faction in the Duma, then if he and Gryzlov join forces, who or the faction in the Duma can challenge them.

Of course, the government will not raise any objections, and this matter is basically settled!

Therefore, after returning to his office, Wang Ye called Shao Yigu and Korokoli respectively and told them the good news.

The two of them had been eagerly waiting for the notification from Wang Ye, and they were very happy when they learned that everything went well.

They all proposed to get together in the evening and treat Wang Ye to a meal to express their gratitude.

This is also part of maintaining personal relationships, and Wang Ye will certainly not refuse.

The place for the dinner is still the same place, Turandot Restaurant...

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After get off work in the evening, Wang Ye sent Rosiana home first, and then ordered the motorcade to drive to the Turandot restaurant.

Before getting off the bus, Rosiana specifically reminded Wang Ye not to drink too much.

The two have been together for so long, and Rosiana finally discovered Wang Ye's biggest "flaw"!

That’s because I can’t drink enough…

Wang Ye agreed with a smile. He didn't like drinking himself. Even when partying with Shao Yigu and Korokoli, he would only drink some red wine at most, not vodka or anything like that.

With his current status, of course no one dares to force him to drink if he is unwilling to drink!

After arriving at the Turandot restaurant, the waiter was already waiting at the door.

He is a regular customer of this restaurant, and he is also a "VVVV...IP" customer!

As Wang Ye's status rose, everyone in Turandot, from the boss to the waiters, knew him.

I am even more proud that Wang Ye often comes over for dinner!

The private room reserved by Wang Yechang was even set aside and no longer open to the public.

Even if Wang Ye doesn't come to eat, it will be considered empty and no other customers will be allowed to enter...

Of course, Wang Ye didn't let Turandot suffer. Not only did he often come here to eat, but he also kept Yukos Group's business receptions and the like here.

Going off topic, under the attentive guidance of the waiter, Wang Ye came to the familiar private room.

Shao Yigu and Korokoli had already arrived early. They were smoking and drinking tea and chatting, waiting for him.

Seeing Wang Ye coming in, the two of them stood up quickly and greeted him with a smile.

"Haha, our great hero is here. Sit down and have a rest. Thank you for your hard work." Korokoli said with a hearty smile.

Shao Yigu also said on the side: "Although the two of us are far less wealthy than you, we will treat you to this meal tonight. Misha, you can order whatever you want. Even if it costs me a year's salary, I won't take it." Frowning!”

Of course, they were joking.

Although Shao Yigu's salary is indeed not high, if Wang Ye really wants to order a few hard dishes, he might really ask for Shao Yigu's salary for a year.

But after all, Shao Yigu and Korokoli have reached such high positions, how could they still only receive dead wages...

But he didn't say anything nonsense. Compared to Wang Ye's, the two of them were indeed far behind in terms of wealth!

Wang Ye smiled and greeted the two of them. After sitting down, he took out his cigarette case, lit one, and started talking with the two of them.

He recounted roughly the contents of his conversation with Kudrin and Gryzlov, and asked with a smile: "150 billion rubles, is it enough for you? But if it's not enough, there's nothing you can do about it. No matter how high it is, it will be difficult." ”

Shao Yigu and Korokoli were overjoyed and kept saying "enough is enough."

Also, in the original expenditure budget, the two departments only had between 300 and 500 billion rubles, but now it has suddenly increased by 150 billion rubles!

Then next year we will have much more money!

If it's not enough, it would seem too greedy...

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While they were chatting and laughing, Gryzlov was having dinner with Puding in the Kremlin Palace.

The topic the two of them discussed was also related to Wang Ye and next year's fiscal budget!

After hearing Gryzlov talk about what he had discussed with Wang Ye during the day, Puding raised his eyebrows in surprise, "Misha is so confident about next year's fiscal revenue? Is he sure that energy prices will continue to rise?"