Edict 1SZ-03-03

To the Ministry of Works, 

''On our inspection, we have discovered serious problems with the infrastructure and transport of the Empire. The way we understand it, there are two main options for the maintenance of the Imperial supply routes:''

Firstly, to repair the eastern route through the Five Passes and the mountains;

''Secondly, to redredge the Sea-River Canal and increase its capacity. ''

''Both options are possible, but we do not know enough of the costs, benefits and drawbacks of focusing on either of these. As such, we command that you thoroughly investigate the facts, and report back to us on the costs, so we can plan with better foresight. ''

''Return to us with your information as soon as possible, but make sure of its accuracy and completeness. These repairs are crucial - without them, the Capital, and the Court, could be strangled by lack of supplies in case of crisis. This can never be allowed to happen. ''