United States, Britain and Island Nation, including Germany himself, are all developing armaments crazily. This has made international relations more and more tense, and countries are investing more and more in armaments for their own security. If things continue like this, the finances of various countries will definitely not be able to hold on. Even if Germany has gained a lot of benefits from the war and has the largest colony in the world, if it invests too much in armaments, it will also have a great impact on the development of Germany.
This made Oscar start to think about whether there are other ways to cool down the current arms race. In this case, it will be beneficial to all countries. Oscar is also worried that if the military strength of various countries develops more powerfully, Germany may have to pay a greater price if he wants to defeat them and win the war in the future.
"It would be great if Washington Conference could be held just like in another time and space to limit the naval tonnage of various countries. Although it will definitely be violated in the end, at least it can buy a few years." Oscar thought secretly.
However, Oscar also knows that it may be very difficult to achieve such a goal in this time and space. After all, Germany now has the most powerful force in the world. If Germany wants to ensure its own Hegemonic Status, it must have an absolute advantage over United States, Britain and Island Nation. The United States, Britain and Island Nation will definitely not agree. In this case, it is simply impossible for Arms Control Conference to be developed.
"Whether it works or not, we must try our best. At least the world can see Empire's efforts for peace and improve Empire's image." Oscar made a decision.
Now Germany has become the world overlord. However, its image internationally is not very good. On the one hand, it's because Germany has been so powerful over the years and has defeated powerful enemies time and time again in wars. On the other hand, other countries deliberately distorted propaganda. This also makes many countries regard Germany as a greedy conqueror and worry that their countries will be attacked by Germany. If Germany can call on all countries to convene Arms Control Conference to restrict the arms development of various countries, this will undoubtedly allow people around the world to see Germany's sincerity.
After thinking of this, Oscar immediately convened Imperial Council to tell all his thoughts to the Empire's ministers.
When everyone understood the meaning of Oscar, everyone was stunned. If someone else had proposed such a plan, they would definitely think it was fanciful. However, since it was proposed by Oscar, they have to carefully consider their words.
"Your Majesty, Americans, Britain and Island Nation people, will they accept it? This may be a little difficult." Prime Minister Bülow said.
"Exclude the Britain people. Empire is at war with them after all. In addition, Ottoman Turkish Empire and Kingdom of Italy can be brought in. Although they have little strength, it is still necessary to increase the number of countries attending." Oscar said.
"Your Majesty, even if this is the case, United States and Island Nation will obviously not agree easily. They both regard Empire as their enemy, It is their basic national policy to strive to develop military power. It should be impossible for them to stop the development of military power." First Sea Lord Reinhard? Admiral Scheer also said.
Oscar nodded. "I know. However, we have to work hard! If they can accept such conditions, it would be the best. If they are unwilling to accept, it will not cause much harm to the Empire Lost. My real intention is to change Empire's international image through Arms Control Conference, so that people all over the world know that Empire is eager for peace and wants to work for peace."
Empire's important ministers couldn't help but their eyes lit up. If this is a requirement, you can try hard. As long as Arms Control Conference is successfully held, this will undoubtedly be a great plus for Germany.
"Your Majesty, then we can invite United States, Island Nation, Ottoman Turkish Empire and Kingdom of Italy to send delegations to Berlin to participate meeting. If they accept, this is of course the best. If they are unwilling, Empire can also accuse them of violating peace." Foreign Minister Wachth said.
"Well, that's the truth!" Oscar said with satisfaction.
"Your Majesty, how can we restrict them during the meeting?" Reinhard? Admiral Scheer asked. Obviously, the main purpose of Arms Control Conference this time is to control the development of navies of various countries.
"The total tonnage of Capital Ships of Imperial Navy must exceed the sum of United States and Island Nation. The tonnage of the Empire aircraft carrier must also exceed their sum. As for the rest, Naval Ministry can figure it out himself." Oscar said.
"Your Majesty, I'm afraid they won't agree to such conditions." Reinhard? Admiral Scheer frowned.
Although, the total tonnage of German Navy's Capital Ships and the total tonnage of aircraft carriers have now exceeded the combined tonnage of United States and Island Nation. However, Germany has stopped building Capital Ships, and the construction speed of aircraft carriers has also slowed down. On the other hand, United States and Island Nation are building Capital Ships like crazy. The construction of aircraft carriers will soon be accelerated. In this case, will they take the initiative to limit their own strength? That's obviously unlikely.
"The Empire's Conditions is like this. If they don't accept it, forget it. After all, with the identity and status of the Empire's world hegemon, it is already commendable to be able to actively limit military power." Oscar said.
"Your Majesty is right. If they continue to expand their armaments crazily, it will also be a huge pressure on their finances. If they are not fools, they should seize the opportunity given to them by the Empire." Prime Minister Bülow said.
After all, no matter how wealthy United States is, he cannot compare with Germany. Germany The wealth collected from the colonies every year alone is enough for Germany to maintain a strong military strength. But not United States. Especially when people Britain and Island Nation also need support from United States, United States is under tremendous pressure.
July 1918, German government officially issued a statement. For the sake of world peace, Germany hopes that major powers will send delegations to Berlin to attend meetings to control the expansion of military power, so as to ease world tensions and maintain world peace.