Upon hearing Nie Zhenbang's introduction, there was a moment of silence before another voice, a deep baritone, rang out. A hearty laughter followed: "Haha, Zhenbang, are you in Xibei? Would you like me to send a car to pick you up?"
Judging from the tone of Li Yifeng, Nie Zhenbang knew that Elder Nie must have notified him earlier. Considering his appointment to Xibei, Nie Zhenbang had done extensive research about the Xibei Autonomous Region. Currently, the secretary of Xibei is Jiang Zhenquan. Born in the 30s, he is now 62 years old. According to the current official system, if he were to retire and be replaced next year, he may likely be transferred to the National People's Congress or the Political Consultative Conference in Jingcheng. This would be his last term as the retirement age for provincial and ministerial officials is 65, and one can only serve up to three years extension till the age of 68.
