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In Large Infrastructure Projects, Amongst Nations, Some Outsiders Complain; We Ask: “Is The Glass Half Full Or Half Empty?”

We have found over the decades, a rather fascinating theme, issued out by the Puppet Masters’ Masters [PMMs]: Get ‘Germalists’ to decry the infrastructure projects of others as: too costly; too dangerous; too nefarious; too risky; even ‘too-too’. This, while the projects of PMMs are ‘fondled’ by the Press and presented to the public as: Beneficial; Citizens-worthy; Financially-sound; Growth-enhancing; Patriotic, and any of other self-fulfilling praise they can dream up.

In Colombo, Sri Lanka, China has provided funding for a massive port project that will advance the country into a ‘higher financial profile’. The country should grow logarithmically in terms of: corporate headquarters developments; engineering capabilities, financial services availability; commercial marine services, and the like; this, as the buildings are erected. “Cash Inflow” should become Sri Lanka’s reality with this project. It certainly has ‘location, location, location’ deemed essential by the aforementioned industries.

As we have written before, it is our collective opinions that rather than besmirching the ‘Lender-Borrower’ relationship, understand: “No One Coerced Anyone Into Engaging In The Project [No One]. In the instant case, China helped the Sri Lankans; we are unaware of any other of the billion/trillion dollar investment funds or other nations to do so. That China receives contempt from outsiders, for helping Sri Lanka, is pathetic.

As we look to the high North, far from Sri Lanka, in Siberia, investors are welcome to help provide capabilities and funds to develop infrastructure of this great expanse. We hope that a awareness of the potential profitability of such investments will allow businessmen to stay ‘Non-political”, and abandon the rhetoric of ‘also-rans’ who cannot efficiently run their own countries. At 8.0+% of Earth’s land area [13,100,000 square kilometers (5,100,000 square miles)] Siberia has much to offer. Beyond gargantuan forests are huge deposits of: coal, diamonds, gold, gypsum, lead, natural gas, nickel, molybdenum, oil, ‘rare earths’, silver, zinc, et al. Now, distances and terrain, need to be overcome; which they certainly can be dealt with. This ‘Horn of Plenty’ geography beckons those with a ‘Long View’ of business sustainability; not mere ‘Day-Traders’ as some are in London and New York City.

Siberia, with ‘100,000’ rivers, the largest being the Lena, Ob, and Yenisei, infrastructure, as bridges, will be essential. Airports construction, will also be essential, small or large. The famous “Trans-Siberian Railway”, we expect would have even greater expansion through the area in the future.

Our views are Large Projects require: Comprehension of the problem and a viable solution; Superb design; Quality materials for longevity; Efficient Production; Precise Accounting for cost controls; Maintenance Management; and Proper Funding [at a reasonable loan cost]. By dealing with a nation, such as China, in the aforementioned Sri Lanka project, we think each element of the above stated will be attained. China’s vast projects on its own ‘turf’ have been exemplary.

We think that Africa and South America are ALSO ideal for the “Glass being ‘half-full’; this, rather than Germalists’ writings about another country’s ‘Half-Empty’ [shenanigans] of ‘avarice’, ‘deceit’, ‘hegemonic’ intentions on those continents. As we often ask: “Who else is offering to loan billions of dollars to other Nations’ infrastructure projects? Let them stand up and be counted.”

Before giving kudos to besmirchers, ask: “Who are their PMMs.” One might be surprised at the ‘intercontinental’ answers.

Reality: “Older and Wiser” carries a lot of weight; except for the ‘Arrogant’ who ‘know better’.

Reference: https://www.bbc.com/news/world-asia-59993386

“Law And Order In 2021”: Makes Sense, And For Businessmen, Can Make ‘Cents’

In our International Travels, we had visited many countries around the globe, ‘Pre-Coronavirus CV19’; and we now visit fewer, until the Influenza abates, as Influenzas do.

The main concern we have, as travelling International Businessmen, is not so much our health, as we have a exemplary diet regimen we all follow. No, the matter of our Personal Safety is of paramount importance. If one is accosted, aggressed, assailed, or attacked [take your pick], it can ruin ‘one’s whole day’. Business trips are NOT cheap, and are very time-consuming beforehand; preparation is worth its weight in Gold. To have a miscreant[s] engage in felonious behavior against us, is something we always are on the alert.

As we advise individuals and businesses as to budgets, projects, implementations, products, et al, we always put SAFETY up-front for they to consider. We routinely assess all the countries with whom we visit. If we think a country has leaders who do not ‘get it’, as to Citizens or Visitors’ safeties, we will do ‘an abort’ on recommending that country for commerce. Our strict criteria has been employed by all of us for decades and we have been fairly safe, with a few mishaps over the many years. As prepared as we can be, sometimes “‘Scata’ Happens” and we are trained in response procedures for our viabilities. The broken bones, burns, cuts, and scars some of us have, attest to the environments we were in. However, we are still here today; ably and enthusiastically working!

To those of you who wish to understand the various levels of efficiencies in Nations for their Citizens’ and Visitors’ Safeties look to the superb work: “https://www.gallup.com/analytics/357173/2021-law-order-report.aspx”. Typical of the Gallup Organization is their conciseness and objectivity in obtaining thought assessments of their interviewees. Gallup is a ‘Master’ of this industry, we think.

In Nations with tighter social controls, people feel safer. While Norway for example, a moderate-size country, has top-ranking for Safety, a gargantuan country as China, also excels. Younger Norway does not have 10,000+ years of culture behind it, as does the ‘Dragon’, but it understands “Safety Is Number One”. China’s leaders Wisdom have allowed it to endure and survive for a long time; another 10,000 years, we think, is likely [with ‘Public Safety’ as a key element].

Gallup gives a ’87’ ranking to the United States; we think that this will decline over time. The current, very weak Federal Administration, with its effete Selected President, has too many Puppet Masters telling him how to proceed for all that he does. His allowing American cities to burn this past summer, with next to no law enforcement, nor U.S. Department of Justice prosecutions of the various cities’ terrorists, says a great deal. Apparently their mantra is “‘Justice’, for Just Us”.

The United Arab Emirates at 95% can be easily comprehended by those who reside there or have visited. Security Personnel, are “On the Ball” in assuring ‘Peace and Quiet for All’. The smaller geographic size aids, we think in their mission. The capable Leaders understand the commercial significance of ‘Security’.

Austria, Croatia, Finland, Slovenia, Switzerland, Taiwan, Tajikistan are to also be congratulated. Their efficiencies in Security are well understood.

As for the various countries who received ‘less than the best scores’ we say: “Concentrate on Security if you want your country to financially prosper. No legitimate Corporation nor Investor will engage you, if ‘tyranny’ prevails against your public. Since we are of the opinion: ‘Crime Pays both to the criminal as well as government officials who allow it to occur; clean your house up if you want your country to prosper. Crime keeps occurring because some of you allow it, for your own gains. Wise Up!'”

Again, our ‘kudos’ to the Gallup Organization for a very informative report. To businessmen who want to prosper, we say: Marketing to the public [Products or Projects] is less effective when their consciousness is not on your message, but on their survival.

Those of you who want to invest elsewhere, contact us by E-Mail, FAX, or Telephone and we can appraise you, in a meeting with us in Las Vegas, Nevada. We can save you much money, but also, a lot of time, with our knowledge of the world. Our experiences over the decades have allowed us to look beyond the horizon to what very well could occur to investments elsewhere. We look forward to meeting you in 2022.

Best Regards and Happy Holidays to all!

Reality: Nothing is more important, than one’s very existence.

Reference: https://www.gallup.com/analytics/356963/gallup-global-law-and-order-report.aspx

Great Nations’ Leaders Help Their Citizens First; Lesser Concerns Are Dealt With Thereafter [As They Should Be]

The current call for immediate cessation of the use of Coal, Natural Gas, and Oil, has the logic viability of walking across Lake Baikal in the Summer. The well-being of nations’ citizens, especially in inclement weather, must be addressed first. We think that the “Not Always There” {NAT} Energy sources can be used by the “Greenies” as they deem fit. If such sources are not sufficient to keep them warm in the Winter or cool in the Summer, so be it. To these people we say: “The odds of operating a nation successfully, with NAT Energy, is at present, mere wishful thinking. It has the substance and endurance, large scale, of a hologram.

As a nation with strong leadership, such as China, utilizes Coal to maintain high commerce levels, it also seeks other technologies to fuse into its economic system; this takes time. It is what it is.

Another advancement in Oil and Natural Gas exploration is taking place in the Arctic as Russia both develops its Northern Transportation Corridor as well as new fields in the far northern Gydan Peninsula. Russian oil company Gazprom Neft is exploring the resources in this ‘tough’ climate. We expect that Russian scientists will develop technologies to clean the hydrocarbons so atmospheric contamination is minimized. The important fact to consider is that Natural Gas and Oil: Are of immediate use; readily available; provide high levels of energy; and are economical to citizens.

Another area of energy technology developed and proven by Russia are its ‘small’ nuclear reactors. Some are placed in their Ice Breakers, on barges, and can be placed in remote areas for consistent energy, safely provided. The Russian Leaders are to be congratulated, we think, because of their great success in ‘miniaturization’ of nuclear plants; phenomenal! Also, Russia’s minimal country debt allows it the resources to seek new technologies in other energy areas.

The Americans have unfortunately been saddled with a Selected President who, both he and his ‘Crew’ have little, if any, understanding of Energy. Just like the same political party’s leadership in the earlier presidency, that fellow, was adept at shutting down Energy Projects in favor of NAT Energy. Today, fuel for automobiles, heating oil, and the like are at record levels in America due to inept and mediocre ‘littership’ in the White House. The irate public, we assess will create a tsunami of discontent that will sweep the other political party into office.

The Americans penchants for having Attorney-Politicians run the country have put it into a financial bind of $30,790,945,000,000.00+ presently. Unfortunately, these ‘Barristers’ appear to have not taken classes in Economics prior to “Law School”. The unbelievable amount of American debt, ties the country’s hands as to new technologies for Energy development, it would appear. Now do these same Attorney-Politicians say: “Print More Money” [thereby devaluing the currency], we think so.

As we, in International Business, state: “There is NO Free Lunch. Leaders look ahead before you make ‘rash moves’. The solid soil you think you are standing on, may prove to be ‘quicksand’. Other, Wise Nations’ Leaders will laugh as you sink into the morass.” Energy development by Wise Leaders is two-part, minimally, Coal, Natural Gas, and Oil in conjunction with developing NAT Energies, to become more reliable in availability.

Reality: A Politician wearing a fancy suit, a beautiful silk-tie, with hair coiffed, might be hiding behind him, in his hand: a ‘Dunce’ Cap.

Reference: https://dailycaller.com/2021/11/30/china-economy-coal-production-climate-change/

Green Energies Are Myths Marketed As: “‘Free Lunches’ Are Attained”

A SUPERB and IN-DEPTH analysis of realities of Green Energy products used in Green Energy projects: Electric Vehicle productions, Wind Vanes, et al, is the report: “The Dirty Truth About Clean Technologies [Mining The Planet To Death]” by “Spiegel International”. This typical “Spiegel International ” quality “holds no punches and tells it as it is” [which is reflective of attitudes of ‘Miners in the real world’].

Our having been involved, in one way or another, in various mining operations on various continents, in projects seeking different minerals, has allowed us insight into ‘mining realities’. One reality that stands out is “There is NO FREE LUNCH in mining.“ Every aspect of this activity is costly. One easy element to present to the inexperienced is: As mineral quantities are reduced through mining removal for processing, more energy is required to find and bring to process, remaining ores.

The fact that other minerals, which exist in large quantities in other countries, than currently used in gasoline or diesel vehicles in America and Europe in particular, create new environmental problems. For example, South American Lithium ore being extracted for Electric Vehicle batteries require prodigious amounts of water for mining activities; gasoline and diesel fuels do not have this need. Mining for wind vanes have Chilean Copper usage, in their designs, way beyond Coal, Gas, and Oil for energy. Coal, Oil and Gas are not accessibility-limited, since they are void of being NAT {Not Always There} Energies, as are Wind and Solar energy forms. That they need ‘filtration’ no one denies. Technological advances will be made since there is much money to be made in doing so. The “Green Energy” modicum is a excellent stimulus, we think.

When the Green Energies are used, as they should be, but in conjunction with existing RELIABLE ENERGY SOURCES, their ‘cost-footprints’ are made at a great distance from the users, as aforementioned. All of the materials for their production and immediate usage, as when one charges up the car batteries, have required assets from somewhere else. If the vehicle drivers for example, are proud of not polluting their communities, they have already polluted other areas [where their energies were sourced]. We think they should not be smug about their “Greenness”; it is a myth.

When one reads the “Spiegel International” analysis, one cannot but admire “German Technological Comprehension”; it is what it is. We, who have participated in mining activities, for decades must applaud the authors. Maybe, after reading the report, a enlightened public will realize that criticizing nations such as China for presently using Coal, as it migrates to Green Energy, cannot be instantly accomplished. The fact that China had the foresight to comprehend the need for ore processing capabilities reflects excellence in governance; “Sour Grapes” attitudes by ‘Germalists’ writing in other nations, do not ‘cut it’. We ask: Why did your countries’ ‘Billionaires’, if they are so smart, NOT think ahead and go into ore processing? Who stopped them? The sames question for your governments. Were they spending funds for hegemonic actions? All too often jealousy, by mere financial opportunists who NEVER take the ‘Long View’, as the Chinese do, look to make the ‘quick buck’; this is their lot. So be it said, so be it written.

President Putin of Russia, a “Horn of Plenty” country, as to mineral wealth, understands and agrees to forge ahead as to processing of ores. Wisely, he knows that ‘added value’ is the benefit to his fine country and is brought about through processing. As Russia mines, processes and sells its products to others, the country with its existing low national debt, may become the world leader in financial responsibility to its citizens; this we see emanating.

Reality: As the Sheep, being readily influenced by ‘Germalists’, leap into ‘Green Investments’, they should realize the ‘Bleating Wolves pushing projects’, may be trying to snare them, and take their monies [before devouring them].

Reference: https://www.spiegel.de/international/world/mining-the-planet-to-death-the-dirty-truth-about-clean-technologies-a-696d7adf-35db-4844-80be-dbd1ab698fa3

Acerbic Rhetoric, Germinated By Bureaucrats, And Orated By Politicians, Are No Substitute For Commerce Between Nations

We have observed over a number of decades, a insidious phenomena repeated multiple times: Crass and vituperative emanations spouted off by both government bureaucrats and politicians of certain countries. One example that clearly comes to mind, is the recent European transformation of a country by a coup fostered by interests in Washington, D.C.. The bureaucrat that was positioned to lead the insurrection, from across the Atlantic Ocean, orally, when in the entropic country, evidenced a animosity to both a neighboring country as well as to the European Union itself.

Unfortunately, for the aforementioned insurrectionists, in the particular country, a disheveled economy was their fortune. Additionally, geographically located citizens of the nation, decided they wanted to return to their own country, of the past. The wise leader of that large abutting nation, allowed them to return. He had his country’s construction companies build transportation arteries as the nexus between the entities, for egress and ingress. To the great dismay of the insurrectionists and the Washington, D.C. bureaucrats it was performed apace. Both the insurrectionists as well as the bureaucrats mentioned did not fare well as to their cabal; great debts are their fates. In fact, we have discussed with people of many nations elsewhere, who think the cabalists on both sides of the Atlantic Ocean, and especially the then-U.S. President, behaved deplorably. This, they opine, is in the spirit of being a hegemonic leader; a President, who before attaining office, NEVER MANAGED ANYTHING [a unfortunate situation for other nations however, a “American tradition”].

A beneficial cadherinic behavior of a Asian nation with its ‘Belt And Road Initiative’, has been with China [a historically, non-hegemonic country]. Connecting nations commercially, not only aids all parties of the nexus, but is of a even greater benefit. The intermingling at the commerce level mentioned, precludes aspirations of military conquest by bureaucrats of ANY NATION. Nations, with wise Leaders, such as China, DO NOT, AND HAVE NOT, attacked militarily, those from which they gain commercial benefit for their citizens through bi-lateral trade. Any bureaucrats, aspiring admirals or generals in countries where trade commerce flourishes, would be most likely castigated for stupidity. China, obviously seeks connectivity for business purposes, where both it and its associating countries ALL benefit. We think, the chagrin, of jealous leaders in other nations is obvious; their ‘Germalists’ create stories seeking to vilify the intentions of other nations who are engaged commercially.

If one looks back in history, it is evident, where impediments to resources are established by unipolar bureacrats and politicians, to the loss of other nations, the latter respond with aggression; time and again! International commerce is a nutrient, as well as a salve, for harmony among nations. We are of the opinion that the oftentimes, bureaucrats in other countries, create catalystic belligerant behaviors affecting the politicians they are supposed to serve [for the benefit of the country’s citizens]. These persons have their own agendas, or of their Puppet Masters’ Masters (as we have written about earlier).

The beneficial reality of the present day is: ‘Business Interests’ are NOT heeding Germalists’ rhetoric. They are deciding what is in their own financial interest. Obviously, engaging Russia commercially is a financially “Sound” idea. Why not conduct business in a land of not only abundant agriculture, educated population, excellent engineering capability, manufacturing excellence, PROVEN natural resources? The increased trade by Americans, in particular, with Russia is excellent. It beats acrimony; especially with a Selected President, who historically never voted against aggression against other countries, when he was a career Senator.

A proof of Russians’ business acumen is the country’s low debt, relatively high, bank trade assets {Gold, et al}, and perhaps best of all, lack of hegemonic attacks against other nations, continents away. The physical attribute of Russia’s mineral wealth cannot be ignored. Wise men will commercially engage the Russians, we think for projects, to not only mine, but also process the mineralizations, for ‘added value’ in export. Why not?

Reality: While aggressive suggestions of bureaucrats inspire some Politicians to hegemonic actions, Wise Leaders understand if they endorse the rhetoric, and act, they may sink in the slime of failure, while the bureaucrats scamper away in the night, like the cockroaches they surely are.

Reference: https://sputniknews.com/20211026/trade-between-russian-capital-and-us-nearly-doubles-in-2021-1090213611.html

If People Do Not Want To Go Around The Mountain, They Can Call On The Chinese, Or Other Experts, To Go Through It

It is always of great interest to see Infrastructure Experts drill tunnels, build expansive bridges, hydro-electric plants, and such. A group of “Masters” of such events are the Chinese, for example [as they have shown again in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) tunnel project].

The Hajar Mountains has been a obstacle to travel in the UAE for centuries. The Chinese were contracted to design, construct, and implement a 1.7 kilometer (1.05 statute mile) train tunnel, of 14 meters (46 feet) in diameter through the mountain. The China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation, in conjunction with Etihad Rail commenced construction in 2020 and should complete the entire project later this year.

There are many such Infrastructure projects, around the world, of even greater size than the aforementioned, completed by other Engineering Companies. We, in International Business, applaud them all. The skill sets required of each: To comprehend the complexities of the projects; Design and Perform to those needs; and do so, within budgets is laudable. The fact that so many nations are proceeding with such projects, as to Infrastructure needs of their citizens, is very good.

We have noticed, as a contrary, the politicians in Washington, D.C., in conjunction with their military advisors, have been so consumed in entering military forays, around the world, since World War II, that Infrastructure of the U.S. has been a consistent ‘also-ran’. Today, the Nation’s, $29+Trillion of ‘Direct Debt’ limits PRUDENT expenditures to support Infrastructure construction needs.

The unfortunate level of America’s debt will only get worse with ‘Trillion of Dollars’ thrown into the deep ‘money pit’ which exists. Fanciful Infrastructure projects emanating, will be certain, we think, to benefit families, friends, and other associates of the current politicians [who are proposing such construction activities]. Since they have all been ‘asleep at the wheel’, for so many decades as to the subject of Infrastructure, we are skeptical of their motives. Many of them are about ready to retire; perhaps they want additional funds beyond what they have already gained over the years? Career politicians, most are. They were of moderate means commencing “Service to their Country”, and many will leave as multi-millionaires. Voila!

We recommend, to the younger generation that it consider Civil Engineering careers as excellent ways to help oneself, as one ACTUALLY helps one’s country. Ethnocentric considerations can provide the impetus to succeed, while studying, Chemistry, Engineering, Geology, Physics, and other science subjects. Ancient cultures prove this is the case: Look at the Great Wall of China, a miraculous engineering feat, by those who understood the aforementioned science subjects.

Reality: While Tunnels help people to get from Point ‘A’ to Point ‘B’ quickly, Strong Walls make for Good Neighbors; Both require Civil Engineering.

Reference: https://www.thenationalnews.com/uae/2021/08/06/mighty-mole-bores-through-hajar-mountains-to-make-way-for-etihad-rail/

“Trust, But Verify”(TBV) Applies to National, As Well As Private Business ‘Deals’. In Mining, Experienced ‘Professionals’ Can Find The “Realities” That Exist [Good Or Bad].

In the Kingdom of Lesotho in southern Africa, its fabulous diamond mines in the Maluti Mountains, have delivered some very large stones. In fact, at 10+ carats, in size, Lesotho is quite unique in producing larger numbers of diamonds. Today, the government in Maseru, has questions being asked as to the correctness of diamond appraisals by the mining interests operations in the Kingdom. The government realizes it needs a impartial independent appraiser to verify the quality and presumably the carat counts of diamonds mined. Since it behooves all concerned to “TBV” account data submitted to it by the mining companies; so to does it benefit the mine managements. A independent auditor will demonstrate to both the government as well as the population that proper funds are being received for minerals exported.

Another example of TBV is occurring in Peru as the government wants to make certain any mine expansions and production of Gold that is exported, is in full accord with the contracts signed years ago. The American principal mining company management apparently is helping facilitate the Peruvian government’s requests. Wisely so.

A somewhat unseemly situation in Tajikistan is unfolding as to a large gold mining operation there. In Dushanbe, there is concern that approximately 10.0+ billion dollars of gold have been acheived by a North American mining company, with Tajikistan only receiving 1.0+ billion dollars. Now, TBV is being demanded by the attentive President of the Country, Emomali Rahmon. Since Tajikistan has very large deposits of Gold, proper appraisal and auditing is essential for future mining activities. Fortunately, for Tajikistan, as a ‘business behavior contrary’, Chinese entry into other mining activities in the country should benefit it. China’s historical “Long View” of endeavors, diminishes the avarice shown by businessmen in other countries. Han Cultural logic: “The steady rain is better than one downpour”, is very true.

In Argentina, Lithium mining is in ‘full swing’. We hope the mining companies will continue to honor commitments to water preservation and recycling so indigenous peoples in the locales, and fauna, will not suffer. Buenos Aires has the TBV commitment we assume, to keep contractual terms in full force.

The State of Nevada, in America, has a very large Lithium deposit near the Oregon border. At present, the Canadian owned mining company is being evaluated by a U.S. Federal judge as to its assurances that its mining activities desired, will be in full compliance with all laws. This TBV activity benefits all parties, the general public, and the fauna residents in the immediate area.

Reality: As robots, properly programmed, do not err, humans do, (accidentally or ‘on-purpose’); vigilance is, as vigilance does.

Reference: https://lestimes.com/government-to-hire-an-independent-diamond-appraisal/

Our Observation: “As A Ship Is No Better Than Its Crew, A Crew Is No Better Than Its Captain”; So It Goes For Vessels, Nations, And Businesses

We, in International Business, for a number of decades have witnessed, what we consider very poor leadership in many ‘Arenas’ by those who had been selected to lead. The adage: “God only made one Winston Churchill” is very applicable to many nations of the world today, unfortunately. As an example: It seems, as to politicians, once in office, for many, their country Treasury is their personal ‘Piggy Bank’; for them to use as they choose. So, they benefit family members and friends profusely, while their citizens ‘pay the tab’. A iteration of this situation has, and is taking place in America. It seems the son of the Selected President had, and is, using his birth connections to his father, for personal gain from foreign business interests [who desire entree into the White House in Washington, D.C.]; so it goes.

A deviation of the ‘Captain’ role, with politicians, are those seeking access to ‘ship navigators’. By having family members, to those in the House of Representatives and Senate, knowing which direction the ‘ship’ will be sailing, the information is passed along to husbands, et al for investment purposes. As we had mentioned in previous writings, those making roughly $200,000.00+ per year, and accumulate $100,000,000.00+/- before leaving office, are suspect. “Financial Acumen Extraordinaire” by family members, their Political Party ‘Germalists’ will assure the public: “There is nothing crooked with this play.” Sure.

The problem with ‘Miscreant Mediocre Minds’ enacting laws for countries, is the un-affordable accumulation of debt which can rise into many trillions of dollars over a couple of decades; so it has gone this way in America [$28,000,000,000,000.00+ to date], as an example of what we write.

Going past this ‘Greed for Self’ on a smaller level, as to them, was the gargantuan “Governatorship Scheme” contrived by a former U.S. President [‘Captain’] and his wife [‘First Officer’]. It was the conjunction of the power of the U.S. [perhaps to be duped: Members of Congress, several other U.S. Presidents, and Intelligence Agencies] with a number of cabalistic foreign leaders to aid and abet. Fortunately, ‘Fate’ has provided interstitial reinforcements to stop the cracking of the ‘big egg’ [for now].

In business, we often see ‘Captains’ of their corporations, not being innovators, but followers of the ‘business fleet’ of mere ‘dhows’; this to ‘groundings of their ‘vessels’. A unseemly, and unfortunately set of disasters occurred with a major American airframe deciding to have excellent ‘Apple I-Pads’ be the IT pilot training mechanisms for its ‘new’ aircraft, rather than flight simulators! The ‘ship hit the reef and sunk with this stupidity’ some sea-goers might opine. Obviously, ‘mental sea-sickness’ of the airframe’s administrators, allowed this to occur.

In Public Health, there are MANY Captains of ships. Yet, it appears, they were ALL sailing into ’10 meter fog’ with their transmissometers turned off [as to the Coronavirus CV19 threat which was ahead]. To immunologists and virologists nothing more important than ‘1000 meter fog’ lie ahead [if even that]. Without belaboring the point, we have previously written our thoughts about the published opinions of the “Medical Experts” who never saw pandemic awaiting the entire world [Such a embarrassment to those with integrity].

Perhaps the world needs to pay attention to the ‘Ship Captains of the past’ who sailed or caravaned from the Atlantic Ocean, to the Pacific Ocean and back again, over a period of about 500 years. Europe, North Africa, Central Asia, India, and China were their territories: The “Radhanim”. They were multi-lingual, vastly knowledgeable of their traded goods, amenable to the ideas of others cultures, and business practices, and perhaps wisest of all: ALWAYS TRIED TO LOOK BEYOND THE HORIZON for coming obstacles and opportunities [it has been written]. “Radhanim” acted as intermediaries for social communications and business negotiations. ‘Ship Captains’ they obviously were! They went east further than Seleucus I Nicator, not through the use of force, but by being tactful; Silk is smooth.

Reality: Being too cocksure of its abilities, can put even the wiliest of creatures into a snare.

Leadership 101: In Business, As In Economics And Politics, Make Sure Your Ladder Is Higher Than The Hole You Are Digging

In America, we see the situation being: A President who was ‘Selected’, not ‘Elected’, must now try to deal with other World Leaders, who lead and will challenge him in all arenas: Economic, Geo-Political, Military, and Social. The problem for this gentleman’s acolytes, who got him ‘installed’ in office: They have energized other countries, who KNOW the career politician, to challenge America in all of its ‘Chess Moves’. Since these other countries are far less indebted financially than the U.S. [with its current indebtedness to others being $27,752,835,868,445.00+], it is essentially ‘handcuffed’ due to catastrophically poor decisions by prior U.S. Presidents. The acolytes of which we speak: primarily ‘Silicon Valley’ nabobs who thought they could act as Satrips in their fiefdoms. Instead, this professional politician who was selected by them, and whom they provided communication, financial, and “other” support, is perhaps awakening [or are his minions recruited directly from a previous President’s entourage]. This epiphany is that the ‘White House’ is hampered by: A ‘Mount Everest’ of debt; ‘Socialists’ demands for federal largesse; Awareness by other nations’ Leaders of mental acuity restraints ‘perhaps’ due to the U.S. leader’s age; Pentagon hegemonic aspirations as credible as holograms; Technology leadership squandered over past decades; and rampant illegal drug usage in the Pandemic.

Since we, in International Business, both hear and see of others, in many countries, views that ‘Monopolistic Command’ of the world is NOT the reality for America [a hegemonic nation standing on financial quicksand]. Instead, many other nations have ‘stepped up to the plate’ and are hitting ‘Home Runs’. For example, in space, China’s recent landing of its Mar’s exploratory vehicle, as well as its darkside of the Moon explorer are worthy of praise. India’s Mars atmospheric explorer is worthy of note.

In the military technology field, the Russians have apparently ideated, engineered, and are now producing hostile military aircraft detection systems that make ‘stealth’ aircraft, non-stealthy. The billions of dollars spent by the Americans are of short term benefit now as to this aspect of ‘stealth’. Additionally, Russian submarines are noted to be “Black Holes” as to their lack of detection by the U.S. and other nations.

In the areas of medicine, we know now that the U.S. Center For Disease Control and other associated government entities: Did not see Coronavirus over the horizon; Did NOT know when it arrived; their ”Experts” did not understand its aspects; the decisions by political leaders, for control were so inept that pandemic deaths were the result of poor analysis of CV19 capabilities; Shut-down of America cost billions of dollars; Steadfast rejection of anthropogenesis of CV19 appears to be diminishing by some Medical Professionals. It took Turkish citizens, presently residing in Germany to lead the way in creating a vaccine to help control or eliminate CV19. This was being done while the Russians were quickly creating their own vaccines. “Genius, is where one finds it.”

We think the Internet, which allows for immediacy in world communications for the masses, will ‘level the playing field’ and allow other nations to be creative and to disseminate their ideas and products quickly. This dispersal of creations can only help people to prosper everywhere. At the same time, it means ‘Singularity for World Control’ is a hologram that can quickly have its ‘Green Energy’ power source turned off by others. A historically hegemonic country, such a America, can no longer readily claim, and have the public believe ‘Weapons of Mass Destruction’ scenarios strewn out by a corrupt Mass Media, controlled by one political party.

As the American Mass Media, acted as a mere political party disinformation wing, in getting a man installed in the White House, its ‘ladder’ is shorter than the hole it has dug for itself. U.S. Citizens are becoming increasingly aware, as our foreign friends have already known: “Germalists” who work in subterfuge will learn “There are NO long term secrets.” The lies one put in print or over the airwaves, will be understood to be lies, nothing more. In engaging in such tripe, the “Germalists” are to be respected less than a Trollop with Venereal Disease, yet still selling services.

Political leaders shut down many businesses across America and elsewhere. After many months of indecisive thinking they came up with CV19 ‘solutions: “Stay two meters away from the people near you; wear a face mask so you do not ‘spew virions of CV19; have plexiglass dividers separating customers from workers in casinos, markets, et al; wash your hands thoroughly; this even after vaccines are created and injected in people”. WOW! This at costs to nations of multi-billions of dollars? We hope such leaders have access to high ladders for the deep holes they dug; especially when the true financial costs of the ‘shut downs’ are realized by the public.

Reality: “Integrity” is something One of Principles lives, not something that he or she drinks.

Plant Trees, Create Forests = Increase Rain, In Areas Of Drought

A simple examination of the contribution of trees to man’s existence demonstrates profound benefits. The “Tree/Forest/Rain” cycle for one, can alter desert environs into water availability areas for agricultural production. We, in International Business, can envisage the long-term benefits to investors who buy ‘cheap’ unproductive land and eventually gain fertile acreage [ profitable assets]. As an example of the transformation, of which we speak, China is a splendid example of the transformation of desert acreage manipulated into forested areas. The wise Chinese leaders, former President Hu and current President Xi, have emphasized such positive projects. This process can be copied over to other areas of the globe.

In Brazil, the moisture off the Atlantic ocean, moves into the existing forests and transpiration from the trees adds to the cloud formations and rain. Trees planted in dry areas to the south of the Amazon basis add to this water production cycle. The hydrologic cycle is maintained with forests.

The added benefit of tree planting are at least twofold: Trees convert Carbon Dioxide into Oxygen which helps man. Per the Arbor Day Foundation: “In one year a mature tree will absorb more than 48 pounds of carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and release oxygen in exchange”. Secondly, trees provide shade which helps cool inhabited areas. This is very important in assisting the lesser use of electricity to cool residences thereabout. As we have written before, Israeli scientists have shown: “Palm Trees use up to 1,000 liters [265 gallons] of water a day, yet provide no shade.” We think precious water is far more important that ‘fashionable foliage’, even to the unthinking, ‘Progressive’ business owners and homeowners. Eventually, as climate change increases droughts in certain areas, Palm Trees must be removed and replaced with shade trees of less thirst; A ‘Green Action of proven value’.

In cities, a lesser, but still important assist provided by trees is: sound reduction offered by their trunks, branches, and leaves. Acoustic energy created by automobiles, noisy motorcycles, and trucks have their transmission flows diminished in contact with the aforementioned tree components. This transfer from kinetic to potential energy, although not profound, does aid residential areas in being quieter.

We think investors may want to consider acquisition of, or investment in, tree growing companies, which are located throughout the world. As people become more aware of the aforementioned benefits of trees, and their lands become barren, they will want to plant trees for the many benefits provided. For a long-term investment, trees planted makes a sound financial choice as it adds to rainfall production in drought areas. What is that worth to land investors?

In areas such as Russia’s Siberia, with its splendid forests, tree planting is not required. In ‘Oil Rich’ countries such as ‘Saudi Arabia’, tree planting could transform much of the country into a lower temperature area, so its citizens would enjoy comfort in the Summer; this King Salman might want to consider. Any added rainfall would certainly be welcomed by the flora of Saudi Arabia.

Drought reduction, through tree planting, is we think, a very inexpensive, ‘Green’, Oxygen-producing methodology. Some people say: “It is often over-looked since it is not ‘exotic’ [no ‘sizzle’ (no ‘bells and whistles’)]. This may be true. However, we who are ‘older’ realize: “Quiet efficiency outshines a noisy treadmill [which demands exertion but goes nowhere].”

Reality: The “Man Upstairs” produced so many trees, He just allows Men who appreciate his Wisdom, to plant some more.

Reference: http://www.ipsnews.net/2021/05/brazil-relies-rainfall-depends-forests/