"According to the data we have now, Empire's main enemies, Buru has a population of 120 million (after Russia lost part of its territory, the population also decreased), United States has a population of more than 80 million, Island Nation is similar to the Empire, with a population of more than 50 million. Austro-Hungarian Empire has a slightly smaller population of more than 40 million. In comparison, Empire has no advantage at all in terms of population, and is even at an absolute disadvantage.
If a war breaks out, Empire's maximum mobilization will only be able to mobilize five million troops. Buru can mobilize more than 10 million, United States can also mobilize 8 million, and Island Nation can also mobilize 5 million. In this case, Empire will have to face enemies several times larger than himself.
Perhaps, you will say that the combat effectiveness of the Empire* army is far stronger than those of the enemies. However, when Empire's industrial output value and population size are much smaller than those of the Empire's enemies, can we still expect Empire's army to be stronger in combat effectiveness than our enemies? I don't want all the young men to die after the Empire wins the war in the future. In that case, Empire may not continue to exist. "Oscar's expression was very serious.
"Your Majesty, the population issue is indeed a big problem that troubles Empire. Next, the government will introduce relevant policies to promote further growth of the population." Prime Minister Bülow said.
Oscar shook his head. "Just doing this is not enough. I hope that Empire's population can double within twenty years! By 1936, The total population of the Empire has increased to 100 million. Most of these people will be young people. In this way, Empire will have enough soldiers to defeat those powerful enemies!"
"Doubled in twenty years? How is this possible?" Chancellor Bülow looked shocked.
Similarly, other Military and Political Ministerss were also shocked by Oscar's madness. After all, population growth is not easy. Unless like great Eastern power in another time and space, she opens up to have children. Otherwise, the population would not have grown so fast.
"Your Majesty, in that case, we may have to issue mandatory orders. Otherwise, the population cannot grow so fast." Minister of Civil Affairs said.
Oscar nodded. "From now on, a policy will be enacted. Every couple within the childbearing age must have at least two children. For the third child, Empire will bear his schooling and other expenses. In addition, the family will receive Corresponding subsidies. The more children you have, the greater the subsidies will be. If you have less than two children, you will be punished. In addition, you will no longer be promoted. In this case, I think it should be able to promote population growth."
"Your Majesty, issuing such an order will probably cause dissatisfaction among many people. After all, not every family is willing to have a child with such a high reputation. In addition, some couples may be unable to have children due to physical reasons. These need to be treated separately." Prime Minister Bülow said.
"The government must strengthen guidance to the people. Let them know that the Empire is now powerful and has conquered so many territories. If the Empire cannot hold these territories because the Empire population is too small, it will be a crime against the Empire and the entire nation. We need more The population also makes Empire stronger. I think the vast majority of the Empire people love Empire and are willing to contribute to the strength of the Empire. There is no problem in implementing this policy of ours," Oscar said.
"Your Majesty, if this policy is implemented, it is indeed very feasible. But at the same time, the government's expenditure may increase a lot." Chancellor of the Exchequer is a little worried.
Although, Empire made a lot of money this time by selling India's land to those Princely Ruler. But similarly, Empire also has more places to spend money. Whether it is infrastructure construction, improving people's livelihood, or further developing military power, money is needed.
"This is not a problem. Let's not say that starting from next year, we will be able to obtain two billion Mark income from India every year. Empire has obtained so many colonies this time, just the wealth plundered from those colonies, is enough to greatly improve Empire's fiscal revenue. If this is not enough, then use the wealth obtained by the army from India this time as population development funds!" Oscar said.
German military obtained three thousand tons of gold and other jewelry from India. The three thousand tons of gold alone is worth more than eight billion Mark. If you include other jewelry, the total value should be around 15 billion Mark. If used for investment, future income will further increase. In this case, it will almost be enough to develop the population. Even if it is insufficient, Oscar can still use the industry controlled by the royal family to subsidize it.
After Oscar became 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 properties.
When they heard that Oscar wanted to use the gold and jewelry obtained from India as funds for population development, the expressions of the military ministers couldn't help but change. But then I felt relieved.
Originally, they thought of investing the money in the development of military power. However, it seems now that it is impossible to have powerful weapons and equipment without enough people to use them. As the population increases, the number of soldiers will also increase. In that case, Germany's military strength can be further increased.
"Your Majesty, the army has no objection to using the money the army received from India to develop the population!" Feng Field Marshal Falkenhayn said.
Since the Army has no objections, the Navy and Air Force have no objections. After all, the Army got the money.
"In this case, let's officially implement it! Starting from January 1 next year, Empire will officially begin to implement Family Planning Policy. In the future, the population of the Empire must be further increased. This will be the most important capital for the Empire to compete for world hegemony!" Oscar said.
"Yes, Your Majesty!" all Military and Political Ministerss replied.
A week later, German government issued an executive order requiring nationwide Family Planning Policy.
This order sparked discussion in Germany and even around the world. Most people agree that they are willing to sacrifice for the Empire, not to mention that they can get subsidies for having more children. Only a few people think that it is a violation of human rights. As for Germany's enemies, they further felt the threat of Germany.