The deterioration of the French economic situation is not unaware of it. This can be seen from the shortage of commodities circulating in the market. In the past, foie gras and red wine common at banquets are now hard to see. The expensive people want to buy some luxury goods, but find that they can't find it all over the entire market. Because all the manpower and material resources are basically used to prepare for war, so there is no extra manpower and material resources to produce things that are not very useful.

However, no one had ever thought that the situation had deteriorated to this point. In their eyes, the extremely powerful French Empire had reached the point where it could cause collapse if it was defeated. You should know that in the Napoleon era, France also faced several encirclements and suppressions from all European countries, but France had always stood. In the end, Xiao Jie rose from the Iberian Peninsula, inherited Napoleon's legacy, defeated all European countries, and controlled the entire Europe. France also reached its peak at this time.

However, the enemy of the French Empire has always existed. This forced the French Empire to fight for years, and finally reached this point. It was already a strong outside and fought at the middle. Of course, if France could defeat the United States and Canada, all social contradictions would be alleviated by the victory of the war. France would have enough time to deal with and resolve these contradictions. Similarly, because of a huge market and raw material production, the economy could also improve. At that time, the French Empire was still the most powerful country. [bsp;    So, it became particularly important to win this war. As Xiao Jie said, the French Empire had no way out and must win this battle.

"Your Majesty, please rest assured. We will do our best to win the Empire." Burt stood up and said firmly. Although the most pressure was the Imperial Navy.

"Very good, Marshal Burt. I believe in you, and I believe in the Imperial Navy, all the Imperial Army, can win the final victory for the Empire." Xiao Jie was also very determined. The Imperial Army never disappointed him. He believed that it might be difficult, but the final victory must belong to the French Empire.

The other people also had firm eyes. From their eyes, Xiao Jie could see their persistent pursuit of victory. They knew the responsibilities and obligations on their shoulders.

"There is only one strategic goal this time. It is to completely defeat the United States and Canada, destroy their war potential, and completely become our colonies, and there will be no chance to threaten us again." Eck said. After looking around everyone, he continued: "The whole war is divided into three stages. The first stage we have completed, that is, to drive the strength of the United States and Canada out of Europe. Everyone has done it well, and now the whole Europe is back in our hands again.

The second stage is to defeat the navy of the United States and Canada, seize the sea control of the entire Atlantic, and lay a solid foundation for landing in North America. The specific combat plan for this stage is the responsibility of the Navy itself, and a week later, the specific combat plan will be directly reported to Your Majesty. The third stage is to land in North America. The first batch of troops to land in North America will be the 4th French Legion, the 7th French Legion and the 12th French Legion, and the subsequent troops will make specific arrangements at that time."

Bryde and others looked happy. As the first troops to land in North America during the war, it was extremely honorable. Most of the other legion commanders looked at them jealously, hoping that their troops could replace them.

Then there were some discussions on details, and the meeting lasted until 12 o'clock. After the meeting, most of these marshals and generals looked tired, but everyone was very excited. They dared to be excited about the upcoming war.

The next day, Xiao Jie held another meeting in the Elysee Palace. Unlike the positive and exciting atmosphere of the military meeting last night, today's meeting atmosphere seemed a bit tense and depressing. In addition to Xiao Jie, the deputy commander of the army, Dugor, Chief of Staff Eke, Prime Minister Folbeck, Minister of Finance Otov, Minister of Foreign Affairs Grigoo, and Minister of Logistics Roddy. The main content of the meeting is also the future direction of the empire and how long the empire's economy can last in the war.

"Everyone, the internal meeting of the army had already been held last night. Overall, it was pretty good, and everyone was full of morale. I believe that we will definitely win the war." Xiao Jie said with a smile. He took over the broken French Empire from Napoleon and eventually developed into the current situation and became the most powerful country in the world. This made him very proud, and at the same time, he did not want to see this country decline in his hands.

"Your Majesty, the army has confidence, which is very good. However, I have to propose that the national economic situation survey report obtained by the General Political Department has reached the brink of collapse. Although the unemployment rate is controlled below 5%, it is because the excess manpower has been absorbed into the army. Other social contradictions, if daily necessities begin to appear shortages, inflation, and the bankruptcy of large numbers of small and medium-sized enterprises, are becoming more and more serious." Folbeck seemed a little worried.

"My Prime Minister, I know what you said. In fact, it is not so exaggerated. As long as we can win this war, all problems will be solved, right? I believe that our army will definitely bring us victory. Don't worry, everything will be solved." Xiao Jie said confidently.

"I hope so! I believe that the army will bring us good news." Folbeck had no choice but to say this. However, it seems a bit too absolute to place hope on the army. This always makes him feel unstable.

"So, Mr. Otov, what is the financial situation?" Xiao Jie continued to ask.

"Your Majesty, the financial situation of the empire has also reached an extremely dangerous level. This was September, and all the financial income of the empire last year had been completed. This money was basically used as military expenses, and it turned into warships or other military supplies." Otov also looked bitter. The Minister of Finance, who had great power in the entire empire. In addition, he was Xiao Jie's father-in-law, made his status more stable. In politics, everyone respected him very much. In addition, he himself was very rich and belonged to one of the richest people in the Jewish consortium.

"I still have the same saying. After the war is victorious, the fiscal crisis can naturally be lifted." Xiao Jie said. After the war is victorious, you can plunder a lot from the United States and Canada, and even get a considerable compensation. At that time, the fiscal crisis will naturally be resolved.

"But I have to remind you that the fiscal deficit has occurred. If the war continues, a large amount of military expenditure will be required. This must be solved." Otov reminded that war requires money. Although France has accumulated a large amount of strategic materials, necessary military expenditure is still essential. Even if the war exceeds expectations, additional military expenditure will be required.

"Dear Roddy, can you tell me how long the strategic materials we have prepared can last?" Xiao Jie asked.

"Your Majesty, we have accumulated a large number of weapons and ammunitions in the past two years, which is enough to support the current army for about half a year. If it is a high-intensity battle, it may only be supported for about four months. But generally speaking, it is impossible for every battle to be a high-intensity battle. But just in case, I still think that we need to continue to place orders for major arsenals and continue to reserve." Roger said respectfully. In the past two years, he has been exhausted. His originally fat body has now become much thinner.

So, the topic turned to military expenditure and imperial finance.

"His Excellency Forbeck, Your Excellency Otov, do you see if we should issue a batch of public debts again?" Xiao Jie thought about it for a while and then asked.

"This may not work. We have issued 4 batches of public debts. The people's remaining money has almost been absorbed. If you issue public debts again, it will probably be of no effect." Otov said.

Xiao Jie knew very well that the people in Otov's words were just those civilians. The real big capitalists were still very rich. For example, Otov, the Minister of Finance, Xiao Jie's father-in-law is still very rich now. None of the controllers of the Jewish consortium are the ones who are not féi's. Even Xiao Jie's own Andresey Group still has a large amount of funds.

"Let's do this, I'm issuing 2 billion government bonds. Andresey Group subscribes half, and the remaining half, Mr. Otov and your friends, subscribe." Xiao Jie said.

Otov couldn't help rolling his eyes. He no longer remembered how many times Xiao Jie forced him and his friends to subscribe to the public debt. But there was no way, he could only accept it. After all, he also knew the importance of this battle to France. France must win. If someone dared to make trouble on this, he would inevitably be frantically attacked by Xiao Jie and Zhengfu.
Chapter completed!