People in the Republic of China era began to rise from industry.

Chapter 120: Making Chiang Kai-shek look bad, is that right?

"I fully support the association's goal of eliminating bonded laborers."

"The president probably doesn't know that this problem has become increasingly serious in recent years."

“I don’t know about other places, but in Guangdong Province, these people have already set their sights on those children.”

"They mostly recruit people from the countryside, calling them apprentices, but they all sign indentured servitude contracts."

"They only get to eat and drink, but don't get paid a single penny."

As he spoke, Chen Qiyuan looked worried: "They'll stop at nothing to make money off them."

"On the busiest day, I had to work sixteen hours."

“Every year, a significant number of people die from overwork due to physical exhaustion.”

"And as long as someone dies, they can also get compensation from the dead."

“Some people feel sorry for them and think it’s not worth it, but over the years, most of the labor force has been controlled by these foremen.”

"They wanted to shorten working hours, but were threatened with a strike and production stoppage."

"In short, their power is growing, and they are about to turn the tables on us."

“I started calling for a solution to this problem a few years ago, but due to conflicting interests and a lack of unity among the people, nothing came of it.”

Hearing this, Lin Yi was speechless.

He genuinely had no idea that the matter was this serious.

Even when the association listed industry guidelines to eliminate bonded labor, he mostly thought that Wu Rongsheng and his group created these guidelines mainly for the sake of the association's reputation.

Solving this long-standing problem that has been criticized by many will certainly bring social praise.

This would also help him in the future to use public opinion to force Nanjing to make concessions on tariffs.

I never imagined this was mine clearance.

If this problem is not solved, the exploitation of bonded laborers will likely become even more severe as production expands in the future.

Do not die in silence, but explode in silence.

That could lead to a major disaster.

The benefits of raising industry salary standards, which will be proposed in stages, will likely end up in the pockets of these shady employment agencies.

Imagining himself being singled out by the underground party as a bloodthirsty capitalist, Lin Yi reached out, and A Sheng took out a cigarette and handed it to him.

"bass."

The lighter was lit, and a blond, blue-eyed waiter immediately came over.

"ashtray."

Ah Sheng got up and handed over a banknote.

"That guy surnamed Duan, he must be someone with connections and influence in Guangdong Province, right?"

Lin Yi exhaled a puff of smoke and asked.

"Yes."

Chen Qiyuan nodded, his face showing worry.

"Over the years, although the leaders of Guangdong Province have changed several times, the positions related to civil affairs have remained largely unchanged."

"Anyone who wants to successfully control civil affairs needs these people."

"Duan Xinde has been able to remain standing and swagger around all these years because he has already lobbied everyone from top to bottom."

"It is said that they have connections in Nanjing."

"Most importantly, he has excellent relations with foreigners and I heard that he has already become a British citizen."

"With this talisman by his side in a critical moment, I doubt anyone can touch him."

Hearing this, Lin Yi chuckled.

It's just a nationality.

Let alone the fact that changing his nationality won't give him an extra life.

If he has no value, why would a white person stand up for a yellow person?

This person needs to be dealt with.

However, simply physically eliminating a person is not very effective in addressing such a deep-rooted problem.

According to Chen Qiyuan's description, this has clearly formed a group of interest groups.

When a prominent figure leaves, it simply means that someone else will take the stage.

Therefore, to solve this problem, we need to address the root cause.

Only by exposing the essence of the problem, triggering a public outcry, and completely burying some people, can we have a chance to fundamentally dismantle this issue.

He glanced at Chen Qiyuan, whose face was filled with worry.

I know he was worried about Duan Xinde's three-day threat.

"Brother Qiyuan, when soldiers come, we will meet them with force; when we do things, we are destined to offend people."

"But we can't stop doing things just because we're afraid of offending people."

"Specifically regarding this matter, the association will definitely support it to the end, because the losses caused by this matter will not be borne by our colleagues in Guangdong Province alone."

"So, just do what you normally do, there's nothing to be afraid of."

"Even if the sky falls, I, as the president, will hold it up for everyone."

Chen Qiyuan was unsure whether to believe these bold words or not.

But hearing it, my worries lessened a bit.

Moreover, even without Lin Yi's words, he was prepared to push this matter forward.

It's simply a matter of how much loss there will be.

But if this persistent problem isn't resolved and continues to drag on, a major incident is bound to happen sooner or later...

After seeing Chen Qiyuan off, Lin Yi returned to his room and smoked two pipes of tobacco, his thoughts gradually becoming clearer.

From the bottom up, that's called a riot.

From the top down, that's the downside of reform.

Moreover, this matter certainly involves more than just Guangdong Province.

Therefore, to completely resolve the issue, the focus of public criticism should not only be on the matter itself, but also on the situation in Nanjing.

After all, it is the national government that nominally governs the whole country. How can they not bear responsibility for such a persistent problem?

This forces Chiang Kai-shek to step forward and take a few steps, to legislate where necessary and to kill where necessary.

With pressure coming from top to bottom, and with the cooperation of the association's enterprises and factories in various regions, this persistent problem can at least be eliminated in the textile industry, which has the largest workforce.

As for other industries...

Whether it was due to the business owner's reasons or the foreman's pursuit of profit.

Once public opinion takes hold and becomes a situation where everyone is condemning it, people will have to restrain themselves to some extent.

Domestic newspapers alone are far from enough to make Chiang Kai-shek feel immense pressure.

Despite the numerous articles criticizing him in newspapers over the years, he continues to do as he pleases.

Therefore, the only thing that could make him feel like his eyebrows were on fire is international influence.

Having thought things through thoroughly, Lin Yi didn't delay.

He took out paper and pen and carefully prepared a project proposal, taking into account all the details and steps. Then, the radio he carried with him started blaring all night.

I worked overtime until midnight, and when I got up again it was almost noon.

Just after I finished washing up, Chen Qiyuan called and said that Chen Bonan wanted to meet Lin Yi at the Civil Affairs Bureau at 1 p.m.

Eat, smoke afterwards, and set off.

I saw Chan Kai-yuen in front of the Civil Affairs Bureau at 12:50.

Chen Qiyuan, who had been anxiously checking his watch, finally breathed a sigh of relief when he saw Lin Yi's car.

"President, you have the demeanor of a great general."

"Traffic in Guangzhou is okay, not too congested."

Lin Yi chuckled: "But if things continue like this, traffic congestion is inevitable sooner or later."

"When I see Director Chen later, I need to suggest to him that we should consider this kind of thing in advance."

"As the economy develops, transportation must keep up."

Hearing Lin Yi say this, Chen Qiyuan was slightly stunned before he realized what was going on.

He chuckled and said, "Chairman, speaking of this matter, I'm afraid even if Director Chen cancels his plans for the future, he'll still have to discuss it with you properly."

"This is best."

Lin Yi nodded, a smile on his face.

He's also very good at flattery...