Chapter 2142 - 2142: 2142

Liu Zhizhong humbly smiled and said, "Mr. Guerles, you flatter me. I am merely doing what I should. Supporting the work of the International Alliance and maintaining world order and peace is indeed our duty."

Guerles nodded appreciatively, "Yes, you've put it well. You are a person with a very correct worldview, and the future of human society will feature your significant contributions... No, you are already in the spotlight now, and I believe you will only become more prominent in the future."

"Thank you for your affirmation, sir. I will strive to do my best to live up to your expectations. Surely your intention in calling me here today is not solely to praise me?"

Liu Zhizhong's humor was quite interesting.

Guerles also smiled knowingly, shook his head, and said, "You are commendable, and I must do so. But at the moment, there are two matters I need to discuss with you."

"Alright, sir, please speak frankly."

Liu Zhizhong straightened his posture, his expression turned solemn, exuding an admirable steadiness.

Guerles said, "The first issue is that the International Grand Alliance headquarters operating in the United States is indeed becoming particularly costly, with office expenses increasing significantly. From the perspective of open-source and reducing expenditure, we aim for low-cost office operations to allocate more funds to where they are most needed. Meanwhile, we are gradually downsizing to achieve a streamlined and efficient office state. Therefore, within the Secretariat, we have a mutually understood draft proposal to relocate some of the International Grand Alliance branches to more suitable locations. Among them, we have chosen the Wale Republic. Do you have any objections from your side?"

Upon hearing this, Liu Zhizhong felt a sense of comfort.

He immediately said, "If the Secretary-General and the entire Secretariat can recognize the Wale Republic like this, it is naturally our honor. Anywhere within the territory of the Wale Republic that suits your organization's needs for an office location can be relocated. Moreover, as long as our national representative assembly approves, the Wale Republic can donate office space, exempting office rent."

Upon hearing this, Guerles was genuinely moved, "Such righteousness is rare indeed! Of course, the matter of donation can be discussed later. The rent that the International Grand Alliance should pay is still payable. However, regarding the price, we hope that it would be quoted lower, not higher than the United States, and if it can be lower, then that would be fine."

Liu Zhizhong seriously said, "The rent collected would ultimately be donated to Kekistan, wouldn't it? Currently, ending the war and assisting the Keker people in driving out the invaders is the mainstream global civilized agenda above all else!"

Guerles listened, visibly moved, and nodded, giving a thumbs up, "Your vision is indeed immensely grand. So, shall we finalize this matter?"

Liu Zhizhong shook his head, "It hasn't been finalized yet!"

"Oh?"

"What I mean is, you haven't discussed which specific departments or organizations need to be relocated, the size of office space needed, or in which city they will be located!"

Guerles laughed and said, "We will formally notify the Wale Republic of the specific departments and organizations via email. As for the city, I think it shouldn't be in too prosperous or economically developed cities. The mainstream cities of Valle are unlikely selections. This aspect will require coordination on your part."

Liu Zhizhong thought for a moment and said, "Then we can choose appropriate areas for the International Alliance to build new office buildings, as part of the donation content, within half a year given Valle's engineering speed. Ownership and property rights remain with us, while usage rights belong to your organization. How does that sound?"

Guerles was exceedingly moved, nodding, "You indeed have a limitless vision. I represent our organization and the people of the world in thanking you. However, we still need to bear the cost of construction, which cannot be shirked..."

"Sir, the International Alliance is currently short on funds, so please don't insist on this..."

"..."

In the end, after much haggling, Guerles temporarily agreed to Liu Zhizhong's idea of donation.

He also stated that it should still be decided democratically by the Wale Republic, not to be too autocratic, though believing in Liu Zhishun's prestige in Valle is capable of deciding all this.

This old man still has principles.

Then, he addressed the second matter.

"The second matter is also extremely important, perhaps even more so than the relocation of the International Grand Alliance branches."

Liu Zhizhong was all ears, "Alright, sir, I am all ears."

"Sir, you have three years left until the end of your term as President of Valle, right?"

"Yes."

"According to the will of the Valle people, perhaps the third-term president will be transitional, and in the fourth term, it should still be you, right?"

Liu Zhizhong gave a wry smile, spreading his hands, "No, no, I truly won't be president again. Completing the current term is the greatest ability I can offer to the Valle people. Once all the foundations are laid, the rest will be up to future generations to continue and carry forward. I believe the Wale Republic will only get better."

Guerles nodded, "A good political opening and a well-structured national economy can indeed benefit the people of a country. You've achieved that, and whoever becomes president afterward will seem less significant in comparison. However, sir, as a political talent, shouldn't your vision extend beyond your own country?"

Liu Zhizhong thought to himself, indeed, I am also concerned with the Great East Pot and have yet to accomplish the second September Revolution!

He nodded, "The Secretary-General is correct, but currently, all my energy and ability are confined to building a strong and prosperous country!"

"I was thinking, after three years, when you are no longer President of Valle and someone else succeeds you, you will have four years to come and work at the headquarters of the International Grand Alliance. Three years from now, I will also be due to step down as Secretary-General, but re-election should not be a problem. And you, can very well enter the Secretariat and become one of the youngest secretariat members. After a four-year term, just in time, you can return to Valle and continue as president. After another four years, when you can no longer be president, you can return to the headquarters of the International Grand Alliance, run for Secretary-General, succeed me, and in my current role, lead global politics, economic culture, development, and the promotion and maintenance of peace, wouldn't that be possible?"

"My God..."

Liu Zhizhong was dumbfounded and at a loss for words.

He never expected that the Secretary-General of the International Grand Alliance had such high hopes for him!

If all goes well, in eleven years, Liu Zhizhong, at the age of forty-six, could become the Secretary-General of the International Grand Alliance?