Ministry of Finance

Introduction

The Ministry of Finance is one of the ten Federal Ministries which comprise the Imperial Chancellery. The ministry plays a pivotal role in managing the empire’s finances, ensuring the economic stability necessary to support both the war effort and the government’s broader political objectives. It oversees the allocation of funds across various sectors, including military expenditures, infrastructure development, and public services, while ensuring that the state's financial policies are aligned with its strategic goals.

A critical function of the Ministry is the coordination of financial extractions from occupied territories. This involves the systematic seizure of gold reserves, raw materials, industrial assets, and other valuable resources from conquered nations, all of which are redirected to fuel the empire’s military operations. The ministry also establishes mechanisms for taxing and controlling the economies of these occupied regions, ensuring a continuous flow of revenue to support the war machine.

In addition to exploiting foreign resources, the Ministry of Finance plays an instrumental role in managing the domestic economy, imposing war bonds, taxes, and rationing policies to mobilize financial support from the population. The Ministry also works closely with banks and financial institutions to issue loans, stabilize currency, and prevent economic collapse during times of prolonged conflict. By managing these complex financial operations, the Ministry of Finance ensures that the empire remains financially solvent and capable of sustaining its military campaigns and imperial ambitions over the long term.

Organization of the Ministry

The ministry is comprised of the following departments:

• Economic Administration Bureau
• Finanical Inspectorate
• Imperial Revenue Service
• Imperial Treasury Office

Current Minister

The current Minister of Finance can be found in the Spreadsheet for the Organization of the Government.