Daming: The most ruthless tyrant in history

Chapter 833: Trade Promotes Stability
Reform is by no means a one-time thing. If we put forward new ideas today and actively promote their implementation tomorrow, everything will change the day after tomorrow.

If things were really that simple, then it would not have been possible for most of the reforms and changes throughout the dynasties to have ended in failure, and there wouldn’t have been so many dynasties!
If the reforms were to succeed, how could the dynasty collapse?

Therefore, reform in the true sense must first take a lead, firmly uphold the banner and will of reform, and solve the existing malpractices and cancers with clear goals!

In the process of continuous advancement, many problems are bound to be exposed. They must be categorized, resolved smoothly, conflicts must be eased, the priorities must be sorted out, experiences must be summed up, and a clear attitude must be taken... Only by doing all of the above can the new reform policies be effectively implemented!

However, a phenomenon is inevitable during this period, that is, the new side of the past will slowly become the old existence with the passage of time. Therefore, while moving forward with a heavy burden, we must also dare to take action against ourselves. This is the complete reform situation.

Unfortunately, all of the above is easier said than done, after all, there are so many things involved!

The reform with the Shaofu Yousi as the core carrier was re-established by Zhu Youxiao through this operation on the southeastern provinces.

If this adjustment can be smoothly implemented, at least in the northern provinces of the Ming Dynasty, a new pattern will be clearly defined. Taxes must be paid when entering and leaving the sea. Anyone who dares to evade, evade, or avoid taxes will be severely punished once discovered!
Taxation is the foundation of the operation of the imperial court. Taxes should be collected from the people and used for the people.

By continuously levying taxes on maritime trade, and then feeding back to intensive manual manufacturing, coastal shipbuilding and many other fields in the name of special silver, the foundation of both land and sea will continue to be strengthened.

As long as the scale of maritime trade continues to grow, groups participating in it will flock in, forming a virtuous circle!
As for opening up new dumping grounds and raw material sources, that is what the Ming Dynasty's maritime forces should do.

If this model can be maintained and kept running in the Ming Dynasty, the Ming Dynasty will inevitably undergo little changes as time goes by. This is the great voyage that Zhu Youxiao wanted!

Relying solely on brutal plunder is not a long-term solution!

Not everything in the West is suitable for the East. After all, the East is a civilized country, and the whole world does not have this foundation!

As for the newly opened remote areas, they are too far away from the mainland of Ming Dynasty to form effective rule, so they can be given to the vassal groups of Ming Dynasty. In this way, wouldn't the scale of maritime trade be determined from the root?
The royal family and vassal states can give it, but what about the nobles?
You can give it too!
However, if they want to obtain overseas territories, they must give up everything in their homeland. If they want to have the best of both worlds, such a good thing will not be theirs.

Since it involves various adjustments to maritime trade, how could Zhu Youxiao not pay attention to the corresponding land trade?
After all, with the continued turmoil in the southeastern provinces, Zhu Youxiao must ensure the stability of the northern provinces and must continue to move forward.

Otherwise, the Ming Dynasty would be in chaos both north and south, and would not be far from collapse.

Xiyuan.

Ok Hee Palace.

"Your Majesty, the scale of the customs offices currently set up in various border areas can no longer meet the current demand."

Zhu Dadian, who worked in the Zongrenfu, said earnestly, "The scale of trade in the customs offices of Shahukou and Zhangjiakoubao, which are directly under the Zongrenfu, has been increasing since this year."

"Especially for the demand for tea, silk and other goods, many grassland tribes near Mingjiang are even willing to exchange them for war horses!"

"This change is closely related to the improvement in Liaodong. The military might of the Ming Dynasty is gradually spreading across the grasslands."

"The scale of the business groups organized by the Ministry of Clan Affairs is basically clear now, and they are mainly composed of newly promoted nobles. According to the current situation, if the scale of customs and armed merchant groups is not increased, it is likely that the trade volume of the grassland will be difficult to increase further." Zhu Youxiao leaned against the cushion and listened quietly.

Zhu Youxiao's idea was to let the clan office take the lion's share and let the newly promoted nobles eat the meat, in order to make certain groups wisely give up some things.

Just like the establishment of the Thirteen Hongs in Tianjin, those who participated were all old nobles, and now they all make money. Correspondingly, they will look down on some things. This is human nature.

As for whether anyone would take over what they abandoned, the answer is obvious: yes, but whether these people could survive is another matter.

This is called interest exchange!
Similar things have happened quietly over the past three years or so, and many of them have gone unnoticed.

"But it is still very difficult to set up more customs at the moment."

As soon as Zhu Dadian finished speaking, another person stepped forward and said, "The bandits in the Nine Borders are very serious. In addition, most of the guard posts under the jurisdiction of the Nine Borders, and even many key passes, have various problems."

"In addition, there is unrest in Zhejiang and other places. I am afraid that the supply of silk, tea and other products will be greatly affected in the future, and the price may even become higher."

After this person's words were spoken, the expressions of all the ministers gathered in the hall, including some princes and vassals, became unnatural, and whispers of discussion began to appear.

Unknowingly, the problems in Zhejiang and other places, as well as Zhu Youxiao's tough attitude, have quietly had an impact on some parts of the Ming Dynasty.

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This discussion didn't last long and soon stopped.

"Let's set up a general office for customs clearance in the Ministry of Clan Affairs." After everyone remained silent, Zhu Youxiao said slowly.

"The customs offices in Liaodong and Northern Zhili will be transferred to the direct jurisdiction of the Imperial Clan Court, and a certain proportion of the customs duties collected each year will be transferred to the national treasury."

"From now on, the clan affairs office must strictly investigate tax evasion. Anyone who dares to think about this must be investigated thoroughly, no matter who is involved!"

The Shaofu set up a General Administration of Customs, and the Zongrenfu planned to set up a General Administration of Customs. Zhu Youxiao's purpose in doing this was very simple, which was to standardize taxation. Whoever violated this aspect would be punished!
As for the control of the outer court, Zhu Youxiao had not thought about transferring it over for the time being. After all, there were many things that still required the exchange of interests. Before making real changes, Zhu Youxiao had to give up some things in order to gain something.

"As for the supply of silk, tea and other goods, the Ministry of Clan Affairs must solve it as soon as possible, and the scale of trade at the customs must continue to increase!"

At this point, Zhu Youxiao's expression became serious. "If the cost price increases, then it will be added to the selling price. The clan government must not do things that harm itself and benefit others!"

"In addition, we can discuss with the officials of the Ministry of Finance that silk weaving does not have to be mainly in the southeast. We can also provide some support in the north!"

"I will obey your orders!"

There were noises in the hall, but ripples were stirred in the hearts of many people. Everyone knew that they did this not only for the grassland trade, but also as a kind of reduction in the southeast!
Zhu Youxiao’s current attitude is very clear. Whoever listens to the court will get corresponding benefits. Whoever dares to plot against the court or even opposes the court, I’m sorry, if I don’t get rid of you, it would be a violation of the laws of the Ming Dynasty!
Zhu Youxiao is now using his own methods to further enhance the prestige of the Central Government. He wants to take back everything that was lost in the past bit by bit, and then reshape the new order of the Ming Dynasty! !
(End of this chapter)