Shanghai: The First Warlord of the Republic of China

Only by understanding everything about these two provinces can we better develop them.

After these two provinces develop, they will also be able to drive the development of Longmen.

The development of these two provinces and the development of Longmen are actually complementary to each other.

As the two provinces develop, Longmen will naturally become stronger.

As Longmen becomes stronger, it will be able to better protect these two provinces, allowing them to develop their economies in a more harmonious and stable environment.

In the Republic of China, the most important thing for ordinary people is actually safety.

If a place is not safe enough and may be threatened by war or death at any time and anywhere, then it is impossible to develop a good economy.

Therefore, peace and stability are extremely important to a place.

Now that we have occupied the south and north of the Yangtze River, we must first keep these two places in a peaceful environment so that they can develop better.

Ye Yunfei looked at the materials in his hand.

The first thing he looked at was the population. Data showed that Jiangnan Province had a population of 6.5 million and Jiangbei Province had a population of 8.6 million.

The populations of these two provinces are relatively large.

"Not bad. The combined population of Jiangnan and Jiangbei provinces is close to 15 million."

"Fifteen million people is pretty good for the Republic of China."

During the Republic of China period, the national population was actually relatively small. However, after multiple wars and various natural disasters, the population dropped sharply.

Therefore, the population of the entire Republic of China was actually not large.

The two provinces of Jiangnan and Jiangbei have a combined population of over 15 million, which is already very good.

Population is productivity. With population, there is a foundation for development.

Therefore, with a population of more than 15 million, the south and north of the Yangtze River can develop very well as long as they are managed carefully.

Apart from the population, other aspects of the south and north of the Yangtze River are relatively ordinary.

The economy was very backward, and there was no railway in the entire province. In addition, when Li Chong and Zhao Mingfei ruled these two provinces, they exploited the people of the two provinces extremely severely.

Therefore, the people in the two provinces south and north of the Yangtze River are generally poor, and many people cannot even afford to eat.

Overall, the economic development of these two provinces is very average.

After learning about the situation in the two provinces, Ye Yunfei looked up at Xu Wenqiang and said, "Wenqiang, the situation in Jiangnan and Jiangbei provinces doesn't look very good. In addition to the large population, the economic development is very backward and there are no good industries. Everyone is basically farming."

"Moreover, Li Chong and Zhao Mingfei were two parasites who had been squeezing the two provinces for several years, causing them to suffer huge losses."

Xu Wenqiang nodded and said, "Yes, I have investigated the situation in the two provinces in detail. It is indeed not very good. Many people cannot afford to eat, and many people even fled to other provinces to escape the famine."

Ye Yunfei thought about it and said, "How about this? We will exempt the two provinces of Jiangnan and Jiangbei from taxes for two years. For two years, we will not collect taxes from all the people in Jiangnan and Jiangbei."

"This will relieve some of their pressure and allow them to vigorously develop agriculture."

"In addition, we should build railways from Shanghai to the southern and northern provinces. Railways are the most important thing for a place to develop. Once the railways are built, the economy can basically develop."

"Also, if anything happens in Jiangnan or Jiangbei, we can bring people there immediately."

Xu Wenqiang said, "I understand, Brother Fei, I'll do it right away."

Now that the highway is open and taxes are exempted, the south and north of the Yangtze River will be given two years to repair and renovate. In two years, the south and north of the Yangtze River should be able to develop.

"Also, I heard that there are still many bandits in the south and north of the Yangtze River, right?"

Ye Yunfei thought of what he had just seen in the information and asked.

Xu Wenqiang said: "Yes, poor places are prone to breed bandits. There are a large number of bandits in various places south and north of the Yangtze River."

"Even some government troops are engaged in bandit activities, and these bandits are a serious threat to the people."

Ye Yunfei said: "Then let's get rid of these bandits first. Send some people from Longmen to the places in the south and north of the Yangtze River where bandits are serious, and eliminate all the bandits."

"I'll give you half a month to wipe out all the bandits. After half a month, there won't be any bandits left in the south or north of the Yangtze River."

Xu Wenqiang said, "I understand, Brother Fei. I will send people to wipe out the bandits immediately."

"Ah."

Ye Yunfei nodded and said, "In the near future, you should focus on handling the affairs of Jiangnan and Jiangbei. There is basically nothing important in Shanghai now, so you don't need to worry about this."

"We need to manage Jiangnan and Jiangbei well. Jiangnan and Jiangbei are important places for our development. With these two places, we can continue to expand outward."

"To some extent, Jiangnan and Jiangbei are more important to us now than Shanghai."

Xu Wenqiang said: "I understand that Jiangnan and Jiangbei are larger than Shanghai, have a larger population, and have better development prospects than Shanghai."

"As long as we develop the south and north of the Yangtze River, Longmen will have greater capital and potential to enter the national market."

"Brother Fei, don't worry. I will manage Jiangnan and Jiangbei well and strive to make them one of the best provinces in the Republic of China."

Ye Yunfei walked over, patted Xu Wenqiang on the shoulder, and said with a smile: "Wenqiang, in Longmen, you have always been my most capable assistant."

"From the establishment of Longmen until now, you have helped me a lot. Now I have to trouble you again."

Xu Wenqiang said, "Brother Fei, what are you talking about? Longmen has always been my home. From the moment I joined Longmen, I have dedicated everything I have to Longmen. Making Longmen strong is my biggest dream."

"Besides, you have helped me a lot. If it weren't for you, I probably wouldn't know where to beg for food now. I should repay a drop of kindness with a spring. It is my honor to be able to do things for you."

What Xu Wenqiang said was all very sincere, and these were also what came from the bottom of his heart.

This is true.

Although he is very capable, there is no shortage of capable people in this world. What is lacking is people who can see your abilities.

There are many good horses, but there are few good horse trainers. Ye Yunfei was able to see his potential and brought him into the Dragon Gate. As soon as he entered the Dragon Gate, he gave him a very high status and power.

He will always remember this favor in his heart.

Therefore, he was willing to give everything for Longmen and Ye Yunfei, including his life.

Ye Yunfei nodded and said, "There is no need to say anything more between you and me, brother. Go ahead. You have full authority over the affairs of Jiangnan and Jiangbei."

"I'm in Shanghai, waiting for your good news."