The signing of the "Sino-Japanese Peace Treaty" marked the end of the war between the two countries that lasted for more than five months. This war was a war that changed the pattern of the Far East. In the struggle for leadership in the Far East, the Chinese Empire defeated Japan and won an initial victory.

Although the scale of this war was not large, the total number of land forces used by both sides was only more than 700,000. The size of the navy is also not large compared to the Western powers. However, this completely changed the situation in the Far East as a whole. The Chinese Empire won a resounding victory, and Japan paid a heavy price for it. The navy was completely wiped out, and several large cities, including the capital, were in ruins, and the damage caused to Japan was undoubtedly catastrophic.

The war reparations amounted to 250 million pounds, and Japan could not afford to pay them. At present, Japan's finances are already heavily indebted. This war also caused Japan to spend a lot of money on military spending, and in the end they lost the war without any benefit. Even if they are crazy about accumulating wealth at home, plus the part of the wealth that belongs to the imperial family voluntarily taken out by the Japanese emperor, the total is only 100 million pounds. There are still £150 million left unaccounted for.

The British and the French, like Japan, provided a loan worth 50 million pounds to repay the war reparations of the Chinese Empire. The remaining 100 million pounds are owed by the Japanese.

However, Yang Du proposed a compromise on behalf of the empire. Japan did not have the money to pay war reparations and could replace it with something else. For example, the machinery and equipment in Japan. In the decades since the Meiji Restoration, Japan's industry has developed rapidly. In particular, the shipbuilding industry is at the forefront of the world. If the shipyards in Japan were to be packed up and brought back to Japan, the shipbuilding industry of the empire would almost be able to take off.

However, the Japanese sternly rejected the Empire's demands. They claim that war reparations are owed to the Empire. Will be back soon. The Japanese are not stupid, if they hand over those machines and equipment to the Empire, then they will completely lose the opportunity to rise.

As a result, after negotiations between the two sides, the 100 million pounds of war reparations that Japan owed China would be paid off within the next five years. £200 million a year. Including interest, 40 million pounds of sterling would have to be repaid in the final year, which was equivalent to an additional 20 million pounds of war reparations that the empire had received from Japan.

After the signing of the Sino-Japanese Peace Treaty, the Japanese Minister Saionji and Foreign Minister Hayashi Tung left China. As the Japanese minister to China, Lin Quansuke stayed. After the end of the war, diplomatic relations between China and Japan also returned to normal.

The signing of the peace treaty was a great victory for the Chinese Empire. Albeit. This is not the first time that the Empire has won a foreign war. However, the meaning of this battle was different, and it represented the return of the empire to its position as a leader in the Far East. In all the major cities of the empire, parades and rallies were held to celebrate the victory. The newspapers were headlining the victories of the Imperial soldiers. The Imperial Journal even coined the term Imperial Revival. Considered this battle to be the most crucial battle for the revival of the empire. Because of this war, the empire has shaken off its previous weakness and is once again becoming stronger.

Western countries also have different evaluations of this war. The Germans believed that the victory of the Chinese Empire in this war represented the revival of an ancient empire. Once again, the Chinese Empire became stronger. It became the most powerful country in the East. Although, compared to the current top powers in the world. There is still a big gap in China. However, the rapid development of a huge country with a population of more than 400 million is definitely a huge force that can attract the attention of the whole world, and no one dares to underestimate it. In addition, the Germans were eager to draw the Chinese Empire into the camp of the Central Powers. It's just that when it comes to the matter of forming an alliance. The Chinese Empire shirked in every possible way. It is possible to cooperate with Germany and obtain all kinds of advanced machinery and technology that are urgently needed from the Germans, but if you want to form an alliance with Germany, then forget it.

Britain, France, the United States and other countries, the evaluation of China. But it's not so good. Although the United States has a relatively good relationship with China, as China begins to rise, Americans also realize the threat of China. So, they started to be wary of China. As for Britain and France, they made no secret of their hostility to the Chinese Empire. They claimed that the Chinese Empire's attacks on civilians in the middle of the war, by forcing civilians to submit Japan, were a barbaric act that no civilized country could do. Quite a few British and French people directly call China a barbarian country and Chinese barbarians.

But even so. Western countries also have to admit that the Chinese Empire has risen and has become one of the world's new powers. Although, the Chinese Empire was not yet very strong. But the Chinese Empire was located in the Far East, far from Europe. Even if world powers such as Britain want to contain China's development, it is unlikely. After all, even the Chinese Navy is still weak. However, the Chinese army was extremely powerful, and with a population of up to 400 million, the Chinese Empire had enough troops to withstand the attacks of any country.

On April 30, 4608 (10) of the Yellow Emperor Era, Wu Haoxuan, the crown prince of the empire, presided over the military-political meeting of the empire. This meeting was a celebration of the Empire's victory in the war and a great deal of benefits. At the same time, Wu Haoxuan also hopes to give a wake-up call to the generals and ministers of the empire, hoping that they will not get carried away because of this victory, and must realize the urgency of the war, and the empire must seize the time to develop.

"Thank you, for your efforts, without your efforts, the Empire would not have won this war. On behalf of His Majesty the Emperor and on behalf of the vast number of people of the Empire, I thank you. Wu Haoxuan said sincerely.

The ministers of military and political affairs, one by one, did not dare to say that they did not dare. However, it can be seen from the smiles on their faces. They are still very satisfied with this victory. For thousands of years, China has been the boss of East Asia. It has only declined in recent decades. Now, thanks to everyone's efforts, the empire has risen again. What a rare feat!

"In terms of meritorious deeds, this is indispensable. However, I hope that as we celebrate our victory, we will be more aware of the crisis. Wu Haoxuan continued.

As his words fell, the expressions on the faces of the ministers became serious.

"Your Highness is completely right, although we defeated the Japanese in this battle, we only inflicted heavy losses on them, and did not completely kill them in one fell swoop. The Japanese have a grudge against the Empire and will definitely look for an opportunity to take revenge on the Empire. So, we have to be prepared. Prime Minister Yang Du said.

In the negotiation with the Japanese, Yang Du felt the general ambition of the Japanese. This is undoubtedly worthy of vigilance from all over the empire.

"The British are also unhappy with the rise of the Empire, and they will certainly do their best to help the Japanese rearm in the future. When the time comes, we will still face a strong Japan. Foreign Minister Tang Shaoyi also said.

"Humph! Whether it is Japan today or Japan in the future, the empire is confident that it will defeat them. Deputy Chief of the General Staff and Chief of Operations General Shi Tianhan said.

Wu Haoxuan nodded: "Yes, we can defeat the Japanese this time, and next time, we will still be able to defeat them." As the empire continues to industrialize, our national power will become stronger and stronger. The gap between the Japanese and us will also widen. So, if the Japanese want to turn the tables, it's impossible. However, we have to guard against them making trouble for the Empire with the support of other powers. Therefore, the army and navy of the empire must be ready for war. ”

"Yes, Your Highness!" The senior generals of the Imperial Army and Navy replied one after another.

"This time, we received 250 million pounds in war reparations from the Japanese. Within a month, the Japanese will pay us 150 million pounds in advance. How do you think you should spend this money? Wu Haoxuan asked.

The empire was able to knock out so much money from the Japanese this time, which also exceeded Wu Haoxuan's expectations. However, this money undoubtedly solves the urgent needs of the empire. The industrialization of the empire required large sums of money. In addition to borrowing from the Great Powers, the Empire also needed to raise some of its own. Now with so much war reparations, it can be used in these areas.

"Your Highness, the Imperial Cabinet is preparing to promote compulsory education throughout the country, and this money can be used for education. In addition, the empire's railway and road networks were being built, which also required large sums of money. Prime Minister Yang Du said immediately.

"Your Highness, the Imperial Army and Navy need to be fully armed for war, and we also need a lot of military spending!" Admiral Shi Tianhan also said. The military also hopes to receive a share of this money. After all, the military has gained a lot of price in order to win.

Wu Haoxuan thought about it for a while, and then said: "This money, the cabinet and the military, let's distribute it like this." The Cabinet took £100 million to finance the start-up of compulsory education and the construction of the rail and road networks. The other £50 million is a special military budget for the military to build the army and navy and prepare for war. The war reparations received from Japan in the remaining five years will be distributed according to the plan of 60 percent for the cabinet and 40 percent for the military. However, in the unlikely event that I repay my debts, the military will be responsible for recovering these war reparations. ”

Wu Haoxuan tried his best to make a bowl of water even, and such a distribution plan could also satisfy both the cabinet and the military. (To be continued.) )

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