Chapter 1634: Chapter 1634

1634: Chapter 1630: Five-Year Plan 1634: Chapter 1630: Five-Year Plan The Sakura Island Campaign probably started in early May 2005, and by the time everything came to an end, it was already the end of July.

As the duration of a campaign, it was actually quite short.

But looking at the casualties…

it was probably the largest single human casualty in history.

After all, just in terms of numbers, even including the legendary Bai Qi’s massacre of 400,000, those famous WWI and WWII meat grinder battles do not even compare to the casualties of this island country’s downfall.

After all, the population of Sakura Island at that time was counted in the billions, and those who were saved were just the lucky ones who could get on a boat.

And those who remained probably wouldn’t live past half a year.

A Plane War is too cruel.”

“In past world wars, no matter how cruel, it was humans killing humans, even the inhumane madmen needed to occupy territories and enslave the population…

but now, the Exotic Races probably only need land and food.”

“They treat us as food; humans who couldn’t get into the water didn’t even have the value to be made slaves.

Some places started livestock farming…

later it was found to be cost-ineffective, not as good as pork or beef in getting fat quickly, nor did it taste good, so they were simply disposed of.”

“Perhaps, we should strengthen cooperation between nations, in front of the Exotic Races, nationality, ethnicity, and skin color don’t seem to matter much.”

Even numerous past propaganda stated how cruel Plane Wars are, none were as direct and brutal as this occurrence.

In past world wars and even nation-destroyer wars, no matter what was said, it was still the same clan.

Apart from a very few completely inhumane ones, slaughter had a price to pay, racial genocide also lacked human nature and ethics…

at least in nearly a century of history, wars have been much milder, so mild that many people have forgotten that this is essentially a competition for survival.

“The International United Consultative Organization (IU) plans to be reorganized this month, setting up a more efficient national communication mechanism and expects to form a military cooperation committee within six months to coordinate the military actions of different countries…”

This news left Lu Ping’an feeling ambivalent, the invasion of external enemies indeed united the world a bit, but just a little.

In less than three months, the scattered island countries in the Pacific Ocean are about to be completely lost.

In six months, combat might even reach Europa and Huaqi…

Moreover, this isn’t a powerful institution like a world united organization or Earth Government from novels and movies, but merely “military cooperation” and “coordinating military actions.”

In simple terms, it’s just like setting up a group chat; when something happens everyone can talk directly without having to schedule individual calls and meetings.

It’s useful, but not very useful.

And that coordination of military actions is even more far-fetched…

Are you comfortable with your country’s army being controlled by another country?

So “coordination” is probably the limit in name only, more of a big stage for factional quarrels and pushing off responsibilities.

“Both the quick-victory theory and the failure theory are unacceptable, especially for people like us.”

Vice Admiral Su, as Lu Ping’an’s nominal deputy, is quite optimistic; after all, this sort of large international alliance is also very new to him, and it appears that the international situation seems to be improving.”

A couple of days ago, the military high-levels of Huaqi and the Eastern Country directly connected through phone calls, and for the last while, did not end up slamming the table and insulting each other, which is a historic breakthrough worthy of an epic.

We did suffer initially, but that was also because we were not ready.

If countries unite to face this crisis, the situation should get better…

This is the mainstream view in recent newspapers.

Actually, this is also the view of most military high levels.

Nations have even started trading some second-tier military technology, which means that they do not see each other as the main enemy anymore and have begun modest realistic cooperation.

Perhaps, it won’t be long before something like the “United Nations Military,” a “new thing,” really comes into being.

Lu Ping’an couldn’t be bothered to say more; having experienced another world line, he had really seen the United Nations Military and knew the nature of this multinational coordination mechanism…

Every country has its own action targets and benefit needs, in the end, it mostly turns into one big country leading a bunch of underlings, “united” ends up just a title, a name.”

Don’t be so pessimistic, young man, let me tell you some good news.

Our country has initiated political reforms and military changes, the state council has given up some procedural responsibilities, and Wanjing is preparing some interesting events.”

“Interesting, tell me more.”

With this conversation, Lu Ping’an was actually looking forward to it a bit.

With the experience of two lives, he didn’t trust the United Nations, as their inability to align their interests made them appear weak and inefficient.

However, the Eastern Country, capable of accomplishing significant tasks, had previously launched the Nirvana Plan, which was a success.

When it truly intends to do something, there is indeed something to look forward to.

“The prolongation of the war has already become a certainty; naturally, it involves transitioning from a peacetime footing to a wartime footing…”

Lu Ping’an calmly looked at the other party.

Who doesn’t know this?

Give me something substantial.

“…A large recruitment initiative, at least 500,000 personnel for the Land and Naval Forces, while simultaneously beginning the development of the New Air Force.

Airships will be fully relegated to secondary lines, and it seems there are plans for new aircraft.

The entire country will shift focus to military-industrial complexes, with a five-year plan, by which time our weapons and equipment will be completely transformed.

You seem to have connections in the defense industry; you’ll definitely get a share of the large orders then.”

This was undoubtedly good news, as five-year plans are traditional virtues of the Eastern Country, and this time the comprehensive shift towards military-industrial production is far from mere sloganeering.

This means that previous technology reserves, alien knowledge, and extraordinary technology will all be unlocked; all reserves will start to be industrialized, then, using the Eastern Country’s world-leading industrial capabilities, get transformed into military-industrial products to arm the forces.

“You are also an important part of this, the army…

will undergo complete extraordinary transformation.”

Well, that really is good news…

Lu Ping’an understood why every few minutes, he felt as though the Quasi-God had scanned him; they were probably shocked by his presence, fearful that he might fall in this part of the ocean.

Lu Ping’an pondered for a moment, somewhat enlightened.

This isn’t some new world needing to climb the Tech Tree from scratch; heaven knows to what extent the technology reserves have developed in this world.

And if he had calculated correctly, the next round of technological innovation could completely change the form of warfare.

“Uh, do you have information as well?

This indeed is a focal point of the new five-year plan; a large number of Mechanic Spiritualists have been activated, and the new AI Homo Sapiens will be given human rights; they…

they will be our war partners.”

Lu Ping’an was momentarily stunned; he thought Wanjing went a bit extreme.

He only thought of the drone swarms brought on by AI technology, not expecting the outright introduction of extraordinary AI.

Not to mention, just thinking about it, one can foresee a complete transformation in the form of warfare, though the issue has always been stability and security.

“Granted human rights?”

“Yes, the same civil rights as those from the Foreign Domain.

By the way, the identity mechanism for visitors from the Foreign Domain also needs to be adjusted, possibly to an honorary citizenship that requires two years of service…”

Alright, the Eastern Country’s version of an alien mercenary legion, huh?

But at this moment, Lu Ping’an sensed that maybe Wanjing’s judgment on the situation was quite poor; they were preparing for a prolonged war.

“…Not just those Fishmen, even if we overcome the current threat, next time is inevitable.”

Vice Admiral Su patted Lu Ping’an on the shoulder, offering consolation to the young man, and also as an internal communication among the military high command.

Clearly, the military institutions within the Eastern Country were also undergoing reforms, not just in military structure and equipment, but also in strategic expectations…

The war will become long-term, thus, battles will become routine, as swift victories are unfeasible.

Regular preparation and rotation in battles will become the norm.

Lu Ping’an opened his Blind Eyes, looking towards the boundless coastline, that isolated island being eroded.

Perhaps, this loss could provide the Eastern Country with time, an important strategic transition period and mobilization period…

On the map, it might be seen as a failed battle, but in terms of long-term strategy, it’s a great victory in exchanging space for time, while unifying thoughts and adjusting internal forms.

“….For the continuity of humanity, save us, even if only for the children.”

Strangely, Lu Ping’an remembered the words of a disaster victim pleading for redemption.

Looking at the island that was gradually falling into the Exotic Realm, he opened his mouth, and ultimately could only say the same words.

“….For the continuity of our race, for the continuity of human civilization.”