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Chapter 838: The Decision Today
Chapter 838: The Decision Today
After Qi Weizhao finished reading the agenda, the meeting commenced at the designated time.
The Security Decision-Making Meeting primarily focused on the strategic direction, defense, military deployments, and internal security of Central City, without delving into administrative matters.
The first topic on the agenda was regarding the airship companies.
In the past, most airship companies in Central City were privately established. If airships were needed, they would be leased or requisitioned in emergencies. However, during the Chrysalis split, numerous issues were exposed.
Moreover, with the increasing economic interactions with overseas countries, a large number of transport airships were required. Therefore, in the past few months, Central City had established a state-owned airship company.
In addition to this, there were specific considerations for defense and security. As the Municipal Parliament possessed monster airships and a small number of combat airships, this posed a significant threat in the event of a confrontation with the Municipal Parliament. Consequently, a combat airship squad was naturally formed.
However, there was still a disagreement regarding the placement of this combat force. Commissioner Liang from the Defense Department suggested that the force could be placed under the Defense Department, allowing them to operate without interference during peacetime and be readily deployed to the Converged Land for joint defense when needed.
On the other hand, the Government Hall proposed placing the squad under their jurisdiction, as the Converged Land already had an independent airship fleet, and there were no major battles occurring there. The Government Hall needed to deal with the Municipal Parliament, various companies, and the armed forces of the Municipal Parliament, and thus required direct command authority for administrative purposes.
Chen Chuan had previously reviewed some materials provided by the Chrysalis, and in his opinion, this airship squad was meant for urban defense and should naturally fall under the Defense Department.
In the past, the Defense Department was merely a shell, and the personnel there were not his own people. Naturally, the Government Hall would not agree to place it under the management of the Defense Department. Forcing it under the City Patrol was also inappropriate, but the situation had changed now.
Just a couple of days ago, Secretary Qiao Yang had also communicated with him in advance regarding this matter.
At this moment, Qi Weizhao proposed during the meeting to assign the airship squad to the Defense Department. Qiao Weiting did not express an opinion, and Commissioner Liang also remained silent this time.
Naturally, Chen Chuan had no objections, and thus, the first topic was decided upon.
The second topic was about the esoteric sects. Within the field of view, Director Qian of the Esoteric Sect Review Bureau stood up and provided some specific details.
If not for attending this meeting, Chen Chuan would have been unaware of the rampant spread of heretical sects. Just this month, fifteen new heretical organizations had emerged within Central City, five of which were confirmed to be from overseas.
Qian Shushan said, "There is a heretical sect called New Light Sect that deserves our attention. It is an international heretical organization from the Linark Federal Republic, and they are likely backed by the federal government. We have eliminated their strongholds in the city, but their most crucial stronghold is located in the lower district, making it extremely challenging to infiltrate. Therefore, I request the Security Decision-Making Group to launch a clearance operation in that area."
Qi Weizhao turned to Chen Chuan, "What are your thoughts, Director Chen?"
Chen Chuan did not immediately express his opinion but instead reviewed the information about this heretical sect that was passed to him. He discovered that it had reached the second limit, a highly dangerous level usually associated with large-scale casualties and riots.
He quickly linked this to the Great Shun government's actions on the western coast of the Linark Federal Republic. It seemed that the federal government was also making relentless efforts to infiltrate and stir up trouble within Great Shun, and it was likely that this was not limited to North Ji Province, as other coastal central cities might also be experiencing similar actions.
After some consideration, Chen Chuan said, "The Defense Department can organize an elite tactical squad to focus on raiding that stronghold. Can the Review Bureau pinpoint the exact location?"
The lower district was vast, with complex and ever-changing terrain. Local gangs and powers were connected to underground companies, and the area was rife with contraband such as military weapons, drugs, implants, and various prohibited items. This region was a currently unsolvable problem, so a clear objective was necessary for any action.
Director Qian was well-prepared, "We have an insider within the heretical sect who has informed us of the exact location. But to be cautious, I will have someone verify it again."
"Good," said Chen Chuan. "After the meeting, I will instruct the Operations Bureau to deploy an elite force to support your operation as soon as you confirm the location."
Director Qian glanced at Chen Chuan and expressed his gratitude, "Thank you for your support, Director Chen."
Although the Esoteric Sect Review Bureau was a violent institution, most of its armed personnel were not fighters, despite being equipped with combat implants. However, many heretical sect members had undergone extensive modifications and implants, some even military-grade.
Even though the heretical sects had esoteric sect knowledge and coordinated their actions, dealing with them was challenging unless there was a numerical advantage.
However, with the support of the Operations Bureau, the situation was different. The Operations Bureau usually only handled its own affairs and rarely provided support. Fortunately, in Director Chen Chuan's opinion, he understood the dangers posed by the esoteric sects and was very supportive of their cause.
The third agenda item was regarding resistance organizations.
Resistance organizations, in general, are violent groups that have emerged worldwide to oppose governments and companies.
While they are all called resistance organizations, their origins vary. The largest and most prominent among them is undoubtedly the International United Resistance Front.
During the era of the Grand Alliance, numerous non-governmental civilian armed groups joined the Front, and these organizations also played a significant role in overthrowing the old world dynasty and establishing the Central City.
However, after the split of the Grand Alliance, the government and companies took the lion's share of the benefits, leaving these non-governmental organizations abandoned and suppressed. As a result, the United Resistance Front was formed, and it is currently very active worldwide, with its headquarters rumored to be in the continent of Shanma Wojia.
Aside from this international organization, many so-called resistance organizations within countries are actually funded and supported by foreign powers, and some are even backed by companies. With multiple companies and giant enterprises soon to establish themselves in the Central City, it is expected that resistance organizations will emerge alongside them.
The Security and Defense Department needs to prepare in advance and intensify its efforts to eliminate these groups.
Chen Chuan spoke up, "The Defense Department will make the necessary arrangements, and I will present a detailed security deployment plan and report at the next meeting."
The other attendees had no objections, and the meeting proceeded to the final agenda item.
Qi Weizhao said, "Last month, Cang Long Corporation and Ocean Expansion Corporation submitted a report requesting to establish an Information Exchange Network with our Central City of Jinbeidao.
I have discussed this with the special envoy from the capital, and they also agree with this proposal, hoping for our support without making it mandatory.
I have explored the feasibility with the Executive Hall, and based on the overall assessment, we currently meet the requirements."
As he spoke, he tapped on the Interlink, sending documents and reports to each member of the decision-making group.
Qi Weizhao continued, "However, in this matter, conflict with the Municipal Parliament is inevitable, and the United Body and Linark Federation will not let us proceed smoothly. Pure administrative power is insufficient to fully implement this plan, so the Executive Hall needs the full support and cooperation of all departments."
Commissioner Liang spoke first, "The interconnection and exchange of information between Central Cities are beneficial to the defense of the World Ring. The Defense Department supports this proposal."
Qiao Weiting then spoke solemnly, "The Overseas Military Forces are on high alert, ready to respond to any unforeseen circumstances."
After the three of them expressed their opinions, they all turned to Chen Chuan, waiting for his response.
As a martial artist possessing high-level combat prowess, Chen Chuan held significant influence in the Central City. His support was absolutely essential.
Chen Chuan looked at them and said, "I agree and support this proposal on behalf of Principal Yao."
Even though Qi Weizhao had already been informed of the outcome through prior communication, he finally felt relieved upon hearing Chen Chuan's commitment during the meeting. Qi Weizhao spoke up, "In that case, this agenda item is passed and will be included in the Central City's governance decision plan. A detailed report will be submitted to the decision-making group next month, and if there are no objections, it will be promoted and executed starting next month."
With this agenda item concluded, the meeting came to an end. Chen Chuan exited the room, and the light on the field screen gradually faded.
He thought for a moment and, with his official duties completed, decided to attend to personal matters.
He promptly reported his travel plans to his superiors, as he was going overseas, and received approval and authorization the very next day.
After arranging his departmental affairs, on the 23rd, he left his villa and boarded the airship that would take him abroad.
This time, he did not travel on the Martial Arts Council's airship but instead on one arranged by the Ocean Expansion Corporation. Cang Long Corporation and Ocean Expansion Corporation were evidently aware of the meeting's outcome and were extremely grateful for his support. They sent a message expressing their willingness to cover all his expenses during his overseas activities.
Holding the Snow Queen Saber, Chen Chuan walked onto the connecting bridge. As he approached the airship's cabin door, he suddenly paused, causing the reception staff at the entrance to ask anxiously, "Mr. Chen, is something wrong?"
"Nothing," Chen Chuan replied.
He entered the airship and made his way to his private cabin. A faint light gleamed in his eyes, as he had just realized that his physical transformation after breaking through the fourth level was now complete.
At this moment, he could completely conceal his life field and mental overflow, ensuring that nearby martial artists would not sense the extreme danger they had previously felt unless he intentionally projected his power outwards.
Although his pure strength did not seem to have increased significantly after the transformation, his combat prowess had undoubtedly taken a significant leap forward. This was not because his previous strength was weak, but because the power he had accessed before was not a unified whole. Now, it was different.
Of course, this was a secondary concern. The end of the transformation meant that from now on, he could begin his cultivation in the Great Sky Form.
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