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Seeing Liu Ce asking, Xu Wenjing started combing her head at 80 miles per second.
Now that the cabinet has been established, there is still intense preparation for the candidates to join the cabinet.
Since Xu Wenjing's character is really not that good, there are not many civilians who support him as the chief minister, but they cannot resist the military's support of him.
After all, Xu Wenjing has served as Minister of War for many years and has a good relationship with the military. She also has many connections in the military. The key is that the lower-level officers and soldiers also think that she is a good person. Therefore, in the first round of voting, Xu Wenjing ranked first in votes. The first assistant position can be said to be a sure thing.
But in the end, whether he can become the first assistant or not, the most important thing depends on Liu Ce's authorization.
At other times, when Liu Ce asked this question, he only needed to figure out Liu Ce's tone, and then make a decision based on the actual situation.
But this is no longer possible. After all, Nanyang is such a big muddy water. If we continue to go our own way as before, what is the point of establishing a cabinet?
We must change our thinking and answer the questions raised by Liu Ce from the perspective of the cabinet.
Soon, after sorting it out completely, Xu Wenjing gave the answer: "Your Majesty, I also have some understanding of the situation in Nanyang. So far, although many forces in Nanyang have shown signs of moving closer to my great Han Dynasty,
But after all, Nan'ao has deep roots in various parts of Nanyang. This cannot be reversed in a short time. If you insist on using troops against Nan'ao at this time,
Then there must be a suitable reason and the support of most people in the government and the opposition. For such an important decision,
I cannot bear the responsibility alone. "
Liu Ce squinted his eyes and thought to himself, good guy, you guys actually figured it out so quickly, okay.
So Liu Ce nodded and asked: "Yes, the situation in the Central Plains is now on the right track. Many things can no longer be dictated by one family as before. I wonder what Xu Shangshu thinks?"
Xu Wenjing said: "I suggest that we call on all officials of the fifth rank and above in Chang'an to decide together whether to take action against Nan'ao."
Qin Mo and Ye Bin also nodded secretly after hearing this. This is the charter of the cabinet. Any major event, especially military operations and large-scale economic and trade, can no longer be the same as before. Each ministry decides on its own, and must be discussed together to make the final decision.
The two of them also agreed very much with Xu Wenjing's words.
Liu Ce also agreed: "Okay, then inform the civil and military personnel above the fifth grade in Chang'an and let them work overtime on the first day of next month.
Gather directly at the Cabinet Yuan to participate in the arbitration of Nanyang affairs. Whether or not any action is taken in the end will be decided in accordance with the Cabinet Charter.
Unanimity is determined by vote count. "
The establishment of the cabinet was actually established by Liu Ce based on the Ming Dynasty cabinet system and combined with Western models.
The chief minister of the cabinet must be a minister of one of the six departments. This is the basis.
Secondly, the first assistant is elected through an elective system. Each term lasts for five years and can be re-elected for a maximum of two terms. On the day of re-election, canvassing for votes will begin one year before the first assistant’s term.
If the first assistant is unable to continue in office due to illness or accident, or is impeached, the second assistant will take over until the new election period.
In addition, all members of the Cabinet Senate must meet the following conditions:
1. Official residence of the fifth rank, and no major violations of discipline or law.
2. For the legal assessment, one must achieve Conformity A for three consecutive years.
3. Contribute to the local economy.
The last one must be decided by a local, statewide referendum.
As for the number of places per state and province, it is still under study, and it is tentatively determined to be 30 places per state.
In addition, all third-level officials can directly become senators and jointly decide future policy directions.
This system is destined to weaken the influence of imperial power in the future, but for the entire country, it does more good than harm.
And this is just the beginning. Liu Ce is also planning in his mind the Oversight Yuan to supervise the cabinet to deter cabinet officials and avoid corruption, illegal acts, and abuse of power.
This is bound to make the competition among officials more intense, but it can also ensure that the healthy development of the Han Dynasty can be stabilized.
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Three days have passed in the blink of an eye, and the time has come to the tenth year of Xuanwu. The first day of January is the New Year's day.
For the people, this day can be said to be a joyful festival. Every household hangs colorful lanterns and reunites with the family in the cold winter, and the atmosphere is very harmonious.
But in the Weiyang Palace, in the Cabinet Hall, which can accommodate a thousand people, tables and desks have been neatly placed, and the dark fire in the mezzanine of the fireplace has filled the originally cold palace with a sense of spring.
Not long after, the officials who received the notice of the meeting came to Neiyuan Pavilion one after another.
The officials were not dissatisfied with the fact that they were being told to work overtime during this festival that was supposed to bring family reunion. On the contrary, they felt that this was a good place to show their presence by being angry.
Personnel from various ministries exchanged greetings and compliments. Even if they were usually political opponents, they seemed to be particularly affectionate in today's atmosphere.
Wang Daofu is also among them. Currently, his position has been changed and he has become the editor of the Central Daily News. He is responsible for the daily printing business and also serves as the chief editor.
He initially opposed the establishment of the cabinet, but after the cabinet charter was sent for review, he not only did not object, but even helped improve the deficiencies.
After Liu Ce gave Wang Daofu some advice, he was no longer pedantic. He understood the principle of "the wheel of history rolls forward." Naturally, he also saw the advanced system of this cabinet. How could he not fully support it?
For a long time, the number of people in the Cabinet Hall of 1,200 people actually increased to 1,037. Some of them had to miss the first cabinet meeting because they went out to attend to official business or did not arrive in time.
Not long after, Liu Ce, accompanied by Wang Xiaoyu, came to the big huanghuali chair in front of the cabinet. The officials immediately stood up, bowed and clasped their fists in salute.
Although Liu Ce abolished the kneeling ceremony, Ye Bin believed that other proper etiquette should not be left behind. Even if Liu Ce objected, he insisted that "etiquette and law cannot be abolished."
Therefore, except for the kneeling ceremony and a series of unnecessary red tape etiquette, the rest of the etiquette is still available, but these etiquette do not seem to be insulting at all.
"My emperor will live for ten thousand years, and the great Han will live for ten thousand years!"
"Everyone, sit down. Let everyone enter the palace today. You must have heard about what is going on. So, let's get started. Don't worry about me. You just do your thing. I will ask someone to send some meals over later. Everyone I will stay in the palace until things come to an end and then we will leave. I will nag you all to go home for the New Year. I will apologize first."
"Thank you, Your Majesty!"
After all the officials were seated, Liu Ce really didn't care about anything. He just looked at Qin Mo and Xu Wenjing and nodded, announcing the start of the meeting.
Qin Mo was the first to stand up: "Everyone, this is the first meeting of the cabinet. It mainly discusses the strategy for South Australia. You can express your opinions freely."
Afterwards, Ye Bin also stood up: "Time is pressing, so there is no need to say unnecessary polite words. The meeting on Nanyang affairs will begin now."
Xu Wenjing took a sip of tea, stood up and said, "Now, I will announce that the cabinet meeting has officially begun.
Today’s topic is about the Jin Kingdom’s refusal to engage in commercial cooperation with the Han Dynasty.
As for the detailed process, I think everyone here should also understand it, so I won’t describe it again.
Now, I invite all members to speak freely and express their thoughts clearly. "
