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Chapter 241: The Ministry of National Security is formally established

It’s just that the functions assigned to the Ministry of State Security by the Emperor seem to be more numerous and broader than those departments, and have risen to the level of national security.

Although Lin Zexu could not truly understand the full significance of the Ministry of State Security, he also knew the importance of national security.

It is much better to set up such a department openly than to do it secretly. At least it is guaranteed from a legal perspective.

If the name is not right, the words will not flow. Although the people in the Ministry of State Security are all spies and have a bad reputation, sometimes their work is indispensable.

I heard that a few days ago, Su Shunya secretly captured all the leaders of the God Worshipping Society. If they had done so openly, who knows how much trouble would have been caused and how many people would have died.

The establishment of the Ministry of State Security may make some ministers feel uncomfortable, but if you act openly and have a clear conscience, what is there to be afraid of?

As the Prime Minister, I should make my position clear first, Lin Zexu said,

"Your Majesty, I have read it. You have clearly stated the necessity and urgency of establishing the Ministry of National Security. I have no objection!"

Du Shoutian also said,

"National security is the key to national security. Only when the country is safe can the people be safe. This old minister also agrees!"

Of course, others had no objection.

Yining was very happy, he said,

"Su Shun has been preparing for the preliminary work of establishing the Ministry of National Security for a long time and has made great achievements. I have decided to appoint Su Shun as the Minister of National Security!"

Although most people don't know what Su Shun has been doing, he has been very busy recently and often comes to see the emperor, talking for a long time.

But what he was doing was not his job, so everyone guessed that Su Shun might be doing something unspeakable for the emperor.

Who dares to ask what the emperor doesn’t say? Curiosity kills the cat!

Du Shoutian asked,

"Your Majesty, what is the rank of the Minister of National Security?"

He was in charge of the Ministry of Personnel, so he asked this question.

Yining Road,

"The same rank as the six ministers!"

Duanhua asked,

"Your Majesty, since they are all ministries, why is the chief officer not called Shangshu but minister?"

Everyone had this question in their mind, so they all looked at the emperor.

Yining Road,

"I have said before that ministers who can become cabinet ministers and military ministers are generally quite old.

People like Lord Lin and Master Du are obviously not energetic enough to serve as Shangshu, which is also irresponsible to their health.

Therefore, from now on, the elders will no longer serve as ministers of various ministries. I want them to focus on the big things and let go of the small things, freeing themselves from the entanglement of trivial matters.

This will greatly improve efficiency and allow them to serve the country and the court for a few more years.

However, this matter will not be implemented immediately. It will be handed over only after they find a suitable successor.

Therefore, from now on, those who simply hold a ministry position will be called ministers, and those who currently serve in the cabinet and concurrently as ministers will be called ministers!"

Du Shoutian asked,

"So, Su Shun is only the Minister of National Security and not a member of the cabinet?"

Yining Road,

"Yes, from now on our organizational structure will be a cabinet of five people.

Among the five people, one is the prime minister, who is of the first rank.

The four deputy prime ministers are of the first rank.

The cabinet is responsible to me.

Cabinet officials only take charge of specific departments and no longer serve as ministers of various ministries, except in special circumstances.

Below them are the ministers of various departments, whose ranks are the same as those of the provincial governors, all of which are of the second rank.

They are accountable to the Cabinet.

The deputy minister, like the provincial governor, was of the second rank.

They are responsible to the ministers and governors.

The directors of the departments under each ministry are the same as the chief ministers, with the rank of third rank, third rank or fourth rank.

They are responsible to the ministers and deputy ministers of various departments.

The deputy director has the same rank as the prefectural and provincial officials, which is between the fourth and sixth ranks.

The offices under the department are of the same rank as the county magistrate, either the sixth or seventh rank.

Because the old is replaced by the new, all the Shangshu are ministers of state, ministers of military affairs, and members of the cabinet, and this will continue to be maintained.

But new ministers will not be able to do that in the future. Do you understand?"

The emperor's meaning was very clear. From now on, cabinet members will only leave and not be added until the number is maintained at five.

As a result, it becomes difficult to enter the cabinet because there are fewer people.

In the past, there were ministers of state, military ministers, and cabinet ministers. Some people held multiple positions. In total, there were probably 10 to 20 people.

Everyone said together,

"I understand. It's all up to the Emperor!"

In fact, Su Shun is doing quite well, becoming a minister at such a young age.

It is only a matter of time before you enter the cabinet, but first you have to be capable and not fail!

After finishing the discussion about the Ministry of State Security, Yining continued,

"I also propose the establishment of a Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Water Resources!"

The Iraqi Defense Department brought over another stack of papers and gave two sheets to each person, which listed the responsibilities of the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Water Resources.

In fact, this is the combination of the Ministry of Agriculture, Ministry of Forestry and Ministry of Water Resources in later generations.

Why not just set up three ministries?

Yining thinks that food should be eaten one bite at a time. Things should be done step by step, and cadres should be trained first!

After everyone read it, of course, no one had any objection. Yining said,

"There's no one suitable to be the minister right now. I'd like Duanhua to take on the role concurrently. What do you think?"

Duan Hua was stunned when he heard this. How could such a good thing happen to him?

Although the position of a minister is lower than that of his own regent, how many benefits are there in a newly established ministry? This is something that can be figured out even by knocking one's knees!

Not to mention being able to make money, the biggest advantage is that you can arrange a lot of your own people. The emperor certainly can't manage them all, and you have the final say on who to appoint as an official.

Although I am very happy in my heart, I still have to be humble in words.

"Your Majesty, I don't know how the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Water Resources works, so please don't make things difficult for me!"

Yining looked at him.

"Why can't you do it?"

"Slave...slave, I have never worked in the fields since I was little. I am lazy and don't know how to distinguish between grains. How can I be an official like this?"

Yining Road,

"I did plant the land on the second day of the second lunar month. Otherwise, why would I become the minister?"

"Slave, slave..."

Yining glared at him.

"I won't tell you how to be one today. I'll teach you myself when the chance arises.

What I want to say today is that you should select some officials who were previously involved in agriculture, forestry and water conservancy from several ministries and set up a team first.

Otherwise, who will be the minister without any troops?"

"The slave obeys the order!"

Yining Road,

"I want to remind you that you must first straighten your mind, otherwise no one can save you!"

Duanhua twitched his neck.

"Slave understands!"

Yining Road,

"After you take office, I will give you a good job!"

Duanhua was very happy when he heard there was a good job.

"Please give me your orders, Your Majesty!"

Yining Road,

"I want you, the Minister of Agriculture, Forestry, and Water Resources, to go outside the country and buy cattle, horses, donkeys, and mules!"