Chapter 182: 182 Enlist
Chapter 182: 182 Enlist
It came days after the military commission highlighted the military's major weakness. The government, led by the prime minister, held a large meeting before the draft law was passed.
Initially, the Empire had no law in this respect before. But for the future development of reserve personnel and the expansion of the army. The government had to unlock legal restrictions first, so the Enlistment Act was born.
By authorizing the military to have the right to recruit imperial civilians over the age of 17. Able to serve in the military as prescribed All three troops, the Army, Navy, and Air Force.
The security agencies such as the inspection bureau Department of National Security, the Department of Intelligence, and the Ministry of Defense's Secretariat Please use the person in Zhao Lingxin's system first. To maintain the advantage of loyalty, no need to worry about betrayal.
Not only that, but this law also contained a law that gave Zhao Lingxin authority. The supreme ruler has the right to call for mobilization throughout the country. To drive mechanisms of all sectors into an emergency at any time.
And now the law is in Zhao Lingxin's hands.
Zhao Lingxin examined these legal scrolls. There is nothing wrong with it. The work of the cabinet was excellent. It took a few days to draft a law.
Zhao Ling Xin approved this law. Then send the matter to the Secretariat to take over.
"Qin Bo sent this matter to the Parliament for approval today," Zhao Lingxin ordered the action, with firm instructions. He did not want the bill to remain in parliament for too long. He wanted it to be delivered as soon as possible.
The parliament has no objection. They all sit freely at the council every day. Then raise your hand to agree in unison.
That evening, the Imperial Council passed a resolution approving the enforcement of the Conscription Act. Which most people will acknowledge on the next day.
Which, as expected, as soon as most people watch the news through various media. They were so happy and excited because today is the good news that they have been waiting for.
"Is it true? The emperor allowed him to recruit soldiers," many said in disbelief.
It should be noted that the imperial army had a mysterious image like a twilight zone. Nobody knows about the military, not even a story or how to become an imperial soldier.
Because the Empire has never accepted its citizens as a soldier at all. Most of them came from Zhao Lingxin's summons.
Therefore, everyone has always had doubts in the army. Especially the intellectuals. They were unable to trace the origin of the military at all. Every soldier has a mysterious origin as if it were not from this world.
In terms of weapons and equipment, it is still understandable. The government has a dedicated military factory that produces most of the weapons.
Therefore, the opportunity for citizens to serve in the military this time. It was a huge matter as if it opened up the mist that had shrouded off immediately.
Even the citizens of Shenzhou who had been with Zhao Lingxin for a long time as soon as they heard this news immediately became interested. The imperial army has long been famous for the unbeaten army. It has far-reaching power to defeat four regions of eight seas.
Many people have memories a lot about the imperial army. They always tell this story as a bedtime story to their children.
"The soldiers of our national army have tremendous physical strength. Can kill enemies with just one finger. Soaring and flying like a Martial Artist. Even without the energy of Qi, they can do it."
These stories are the dreams of many children. They had no talent for training profound strength. Can only hope that one day I will enter the imperial army and become a brave, patriotic soldier.
Unfortunately, there was no sign that the military would open to recruiting more people over the years. The selection process is full of mysteries. Many people couldn't even reach out to the military.
Under this harsh reality, many people then ceased to dream of being a soldier and returning to their careers.
But this morning, the announcement of the enforcement of the Military Recruitment Act has awakened many people, especially those who wanted to join the army since they were teenagers.
They try to read the regulations. Thus knowing that the Empire had unlocked legal restrictions. Making men aged 17-49 years Able to serve in the military as required.
Many people were very excited and skeptical. But the more they read the announcements Did not find anywhere to specify the recruitment.
"Where is the recruitment of the military? I haven't seen it." They only saw the law.
Of course, the army did not delay. The announcement of applications for the military service test was followed a few hours later.
The military has announced the recruitment of civilians as military servants. Ten thousand rates. There is a salary of 7 yuan per month, with various welfare benefits.
Many people who heard such news were not waiting. They immediately went to the Army Command Center.
The unique pentagonal facade. Tens of thousands of people appeared crowded together.
"Everyone, please go back first. Tomorrow's recruitment for the exam." The officers tried to persuade people to return first. Of course, many people rejected the same vote.
"I'm not going. This is the first time I want to be a soldier. I will never miss an opportunity." Many people were afraid. If they miss this moment, the Empire will not open to recruiting soldiers for the second time.
What to do the imperial army was too famous. The outside people were terrified when they heard the name of the Imperial Army. Even crying babies stopped as soon as they heard their names.
As for the people within is full of pride. The reputation of the military is outstanding. They never bother the people in the slightest. Moreover, the great power reputation has attracted many people to come to the government service test this time.
The Imperial Army was not subject to strict restrictions. They only need someone who can read and write, in good physical condition, and ready to be trained as a regular soldier.
Many people want to gamble and want to be a soldier, want to wear a uniform of great honor.
Moreover, people all over the Empire who had heard of this news immediately boarded the train for the capital. The roads' traffic was stuck as more and more people were headed for the military command center.
Zhao Ling Xin received news reports, smiled. Most people are more enthusiastic than he thought. They are very eager to serve in the military. Think of rough calculations, maybe hundreds of thousands of people. Zhao Ling Xin almost had no problem finding someone to serve as a soldier immediately.
Qin Bo stood beside him has been reported as well. He had been following Zhao Lingxin for a long time. He is now sixty years old and had nothing left to doubt him anymore. Zhao Lingxin, who he cared for as a son, had grown up today. Qin Bo felt that life was worth it.
"Your Majesty, why don't you accept them all as soldiers?" Qin Bo suggested. This time, the people were incredibly enthusiastic. Qin Bo never thought that there would be people on this planet who want to be a soldier. He, therefore, offered Zhao Lingxin to accept them all.
Because from the announcement of the army, only ten thousand officers are accepted. This was just the rank of the lowest level military personnel. Received this much attention
"We can't do that, Qin Bo. If I follow your suggestion, our Empire will collapse immediately," Zhao Lingxin said. Then he began to explain the reason.
The Empire would collapse technically and economically. Hundreds of thousands of troops have to eat and drink. Where will the budget take the money from?
Besides, other issues are more critical. The Empire has been established for three years. But there is another problem that cannot be solved. That is the problem of labor shortage.
In the past, the government has continuously tried to fix it. For example, facilitating immigration into the country. It is a way to rapidly increase the population. Until this becomes a problem that the smuggling Martial Artists are experiencing. And there are also benefits for people with many children.
Despite many policies, the country's population has not grown in time to the economic expansion of factories, construction.
And even harder than that As technology evolves, new businesses have emerged, such as entertainment, travel, the service sector. That requires a lot of labor.
The Empire never solved the labor shortage problem. If hundreds of thousands of troops are recruited at the same time. Many industrial sectors will collapse immediately.
To recruit ten thousand soldiers is enough. This is the country's first step. There is no need to be in a hurry. From now on, there will be many more recruits. This is a policy that was initiated to test people's reactions. Given such a good response, Zhao Lingxin did not hesitate to expand his army even further.