Iron Germany

"According to the data we have now, the main enemies of the empire, Bu Russia has a population of 120 million (after Russia lost part of its territory, the population also decreased), the United States has a population of more than 80 million, the island country and the empire Similarly, it is more than 50 million. The population of the Austro-Hungarian Empire is slightly smaller, but also has more than 40 million. In comparison, the empire has no advantage in population at all, and is even at an absolute disadvantage.

If a war broke out, the empire's maximum mobilization would only be able to mobilize 5 million troops. But Russia can mobilize more than 10 million, the United States can also mobilize 8 million, and the island countries can also mobilize 5 million. In this case, the empire would have to face enemies several times larger than itself.

Perhaps, you will say that the fighting power of the imperial army is far stronger than those enemies. However, when the industrial output value and population size of the empire are much smaller than the enemies of the empire, can we still expect the army of the empire to be stronger than our enemies in terms of combat effectiveness? I don't want all the young men to die after the future empire wins the war. In that case, the empire may not continue to exist. "Qin Tian's expression was very serious.

"Your Majesty, the population problem is indeed a big problem that plagues the empire. Next, the government will introduce relevant policies to promote further population growth." Prime Minister Biluo said.

Qin Tian shook his head: "Just doing this is not enough. I hope that the population of the empire can double within 20 years! And by 1936, the total population of the empire will increase to 100 million people. Increase Most of these people are young people. In this way, the empire will have enough soldiers in future wars. This will give us the capital to defeat those powerful enemies!"

"Double in 20 years? How is this possible?" Prime Minister Biluo was shocked.

Similarly, other military and political ministers were also shocked by Qin Tian's madness. After all, population growth is not so easy. Unless, like another big oriental country in time and space, it is open to having children. Otherwise, the population could not have risen so fast.

"Your Majesty, in that case, I'm afraid we will have to issue a mandatory order. Otherwise, the population cannot grow so fast." The Minister of Civil Affairs said.

Qin Tian nodded: "From now on, the policy will be promulgated. Every couple within the childbearing age must have at least two children. The third child will be borne by the empire for schooling and other expenses. And, Families receive corresponding subsidies. The more children they have, the more subsidies they have. Families with fewer than two children will be penalized. Those who hold military or government positions will no longer be promoted. Facing high fines. In this way, I think it should be able to promote population growth."

"Your Majesty, issuing such an order may cause dissatisfaction among many people. After all, not every family is willing to have so many children. In addition, some couples may be unable to have children due to physical reasons. All these need They need to be treated individually and differently," said Prime Minister Bilo.

"The government needs to strengthen the guidance of the people. Let them know that the empire is now strong and has laid down so many territories. If the empire's population is too small to keep these territories, it will be against the empire and the entire nation. crimes. We need more people to make the empire stronger. I think that the vast majority of the people in the empire love the empire and are willing to contribute their strength to the strength of the empire. We will continue to implement this policy There is absolutely no problem." Qin Tian said.

"Your Majesty, it is indeed very feasible to carry out this policy. But at the same time, the government's expenditure may increase a lot." The Minister of Finance was a little worried.

Although, this time the empire sold the land in India to those landowners and made a lot of money. But at the same time, there are more places for the empire to spend money. Whether it is infrastructure construction, improvement of people's livelihood, or further development of military power, money is needed.

"This is not a problem. Let's not say that starting next year, we will be able to obtain two billion marks from India every year. The empire has acquired so many colonies this time, and the wealth plundered from those colonies alone is enough to make the empire The financial revenue has been greatly improved. If this is not enough, then, use the wealth obtained by the army from India this time as the population development fund!" Qin Tian said.

The German army obtained 3,000 tons of gold and other jewelry from India. The 3,000 tons of gold alone are worth more than 8 billion marks. If other jewels are included, the total value should be around 15 billion marks. If it is used for investment, the future income will further increase. In this case, it is almost enough to develop the population. Even if it is insufficient, Qin Tian can still use the industries controlled by the royal family to subsidize.

After Qin Tian became the emperor of the empire, all his properties were included in the royal family's properties. Of course, other than himself, no one else is qualified to use these industries.

Hearing that Qin Tian was going to use the gold and jewels obtained from India as funds for population development, the faces of the military ministers couldn't help but change. However, it was relieved afterwards.

Originally, they also thought about investing the money in the development of military power. However, now it seems that it is impossible to have powerful weapons and equipment without enough people to use them. As the population increases, so will the number of soldiers. In that case, Germany's military strength can also rise further.

"Your Majesty, the army has no objection to using the money the army got from India to develop the population!" Marshal von Falkenhain said.

Since the army has no opinion, the navy and air force have no opinion. After all, the Army got the money.

"Since this is the case, let's officially implement it! From January 1 next year, the empire will officially implement family planning. In the future, the population of the empire must be further increased. This will be the most important capital for the empire to fight for world hegemony!" Qin Tian said.

"Yes, Your Majesty!" All the military and political ministers replied.

A week later, the German government issued an executive order mandating family planning nationwide.

This order has sparked discussions in Germany and around the world. The vast majority of people agree that they are willing to contribute to the empire, not to mention that they can get subsidies for having more children. Only a small number of people think that it is a violation of human rights. As for the enemies of Germany, they have further felt the threat of Germany.