In order to win the test, Gu Jinzhi finally spoke: "Jiang... Zitong, whether it is the corruption of the Central Plains war or the threat of the barbarians in the Northeast, they are actually just superficial."
"Looking deeper, the country's poverty and weakness are the root causes of all problems."
Li Wei didn't know what Gu Jinzhi meant, and paused slightly.
Zeng Yi, who was following at the end, took the lead and said in a sharp voice: "Your Majesty, the Queen specially accompanied the father-in-law for a walk, please don't keep talking about these things."
Gu Jinzhi's face darkened slightly. He quietly took a half step to the side and secretly pressed Zeng Yi's toes with the sole of his dragon boots.
Unfortunately, when an ordinary person steps on a first-level warrior, it doesn't hurt at all.
Gu Jinzhi felt a little hesitant in his heart, so he simply ignored him and continued with the previous conversation.
"Simply speaking of financial issues, in Beijing today, treasure notes and silver are used interchangeably. The old currency system is plagued by numerous drawbacks, including numerous omissions and inappropriate features. Reform is urgently needed."
"I have decided to establish a silver reserve system and have the Academy of Fine Arts research new anti-counterfeiting paper and pigments."
"Together with the new policy of stopping deforestation and recycling old banknotes, we will gradually restore the court's credibility and prepare for the next step, the issuance of new banknotes."
When Duke Li heard this, he understood Gu Jinzhi's thoughts and purpose.
The old man had been in business for half his life, but was only forced to take on the job half a year ago when he was sent by the emperor to the Beijing camp to train troops.
He knew only too well the advantages of paper money and the disadvantages of silver.
If the value of the new banknotes is stable, it will indeed be able to alleviate the current situation of insufficient silver supply in Dajing, where silver is expensive and goods are cheap.
This move will definitely improve the country's finances in a significant way.
But he also has his own worries.
He looked at his daughter who was still confused and silent, and then at his son-in-law who had a serious expression.
Duke Li considered his words carefully and said, "Issuing new banknotes is certainly a good thing, but the old banknotes have already damaged the court's reputation... If the new banknotes are massively withdrawn by the public after issuance, the court may lose its silver in vain."
Li Wei also looked at Gu Jinzhi, wanting to hear what he had to say.
Gu Jinzhi looked confident and said, "You just need to inform the cabinet. I will handle the rest of the matter. I will definitely be able to control the situation."
Li Wei thought for a moment and nodded, "As for government affairs, you can handle them as you see fit."
As she spoke, she turned her gaze back to the army outside the city.
"I have a lot to do... I want to focus on the military."
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