Chapter 729 Issuance of Treasury Bonds

Lu Yunluo took a sip of the noodle soup that was just delivered and said, "You understand it this way, this economy refers to the process of people producing, then circulating, distributing and then consuming."

"For example, the bowl of noodles I just held was produced from wheat.

The wheat grows from the ground and is ground into flour, which is called production. Then it flows into major grain stores through circulation and distribution. Finally, it is consumed and bought by people. This process is a manifestation of the economy.

"

"Only when the economy is prosperous can the national treasury become rich."

"However, it is not an easy task to make the economy prosper."

This is also the reason why she did not give a specific explanation in the morning meeting.

The Nanjiang Kingdom, like the Donglan Kingdom, focused on agriculture and suppressed commerce.

The taxes paid by merchants in Nanjiang Kingdom are very high.

The imperial court encouraged people to farm.

However, in recent years, food taxes have increased year by year due to financial constraints. After the people paid the taxes, the remaining rations were just enough to make ends meet.

There is simply no extra money to spend.

The economy of Nanjiang Kingdom is in a sluggish state.

In other words, Lingdu City has a large population and is relatively prosperous.

It will take at least three to five years for Nanjiang Country's economy to develop.

Tang Mingyue was confused when she heard this.

After digesting it for a while, I just remembered that only when the economy is prosperous can the national treasury have money.

Prime Minister He on the side frowned slightly.

Apparently she was also trying to digest what Lu Yunluo just said.

Finally, he asked, "Why can the national treasury be full when the economy is prosperous?"

She doesn't understand the connection between the two?

"Look, if the business of this noodle shop is several times better than it is now, will this noodle shop pay more taxes to the court than before?"

Prime Minister He nodded, "Not bad."

"What if this is the case in all walks of life?"

Lu Yunluo then asked.

Tang Mingyue said excitedly, "Then the tax revenue from the treasury will naturally be more."

Lu Yunluo continued, "Not only that, after businessmen make money, in addition to paying more taxes to the state treasury, they will also use the money they earn to continue investing and expanding development. In this way, the employment rate of the people will increase. Every month

Everyone can earn monthly silver. Once they have money, people will use it to spend money. In this way, the economy of all walks of life will rise..."

Prime Minister He's eyes lit up slightly.

She seemed to understand the meaning of economic prosperity.

"Then I wonder, what should we do to make the economy prosper?"

Prime Minister He then asked.

Lu Yunluo glanced at Prime Minister He appreciatively, he was indeed an old prime minister, and she got the point right.

"If you want the economy to prosper, you must first have supportive policies from the court, such as..."

Lu Yunluo looked at Prime Minister He, her red lips under the veil slightly raised, "Lower taxes!"

Tang Mingyue almost choked on the water she just drank.

Lower taxes?

This has been said for a long time, not only will taxes not be raised, but taxes will be lowered?

With the current situation of the national treasury, it would be good if we don’t increase taxes, but can we also reduce taxes?

"Sir, are you joking?"

Tang Mingyue asked.

Lu Yunluo knew that Tang Mingyue didn't understand, so she asked patiently, "Let me ask you, how much does this bowl of noodles we eat cost?"

"Forty Wen."

Tang Mingyue said.

This price is very, very high.

Generally, the people who can afford this noodles are the wealthy families in Lingdu City.

"If taxes on merchants are reduced, what do you think the price of this bowl of noodles will be?"

Tang Mingyue lowered her head and thought, "Then the price of noodles will naturally drop. After the price drops, more people will be able to afford noodles..."

"In this way, the profit from a bowl of noodles in a noodle shop is obviously the same as before, but the money earned will be better. With more money, it will expand its development, open branches, and provide jobs for the people, and the people can also earn

Money is used for consumption, and although the tax rate of the national treasury has been reduced, the actual tax collected will not be reduced because of this, and may even be more..."

Tang Mingyue looked at Lu Yunluo excitedly, "Sir, I understand!"

Prime Minister He also looked at Lu Yunluo.

No wonder His Majesty values ​​her so much.

He is indeed a character.

"But..." Prime Minister He said in a deep voice, "This kind of policy will have no effect at all in a short period of time. Now that the national treasury is empty, there is no way we can wait until that time."

The soldiers' salaries have been delayed for three months.

If we can't raise more money, I'm afraid there will be chaos.

Tang Mingyue suddenly looked discouraged. Yes, the method mentioned by the Holy Lady would not be able to raise money in a short time.

Lu Yunluo glanced at Tang Mingyue and said, "Isn't it just to raise money?

How difficult is this?"

Tang Mingyue was slightly startled.

Why is this so difficult?

This is so damn hard, right?

"Please give me some advice, sir."

He Yu's attitude towards Lu Yunluo has gradually changed, and the tone of his words has become much more respectful without realizing it.

Lu Yunluo stood up and looked out the window at the gorgeous carriages passing through the streets, and asked, "Do you know whose pockets the Nanjiang Kingdom's money is in?"

"In the hands of merchants."

Tang Mingyue said.

He Yu thought for a moment and gave a different answer than Tang Mingyue, "In the hands of the eight aristocratic families."

Lu Yunluo turned around and said, "Everything you say is correct."

"So, if you want to raise money, just take money out of their pockets."

Tang Mingyue scratched his head and said simply, how do you pay for this?

"What do you mean, sir?"

He Yu asked with a frown.
Chapter completed!