An item reported that the Japanese naval budget 1908-1910 was totally 189 million francs, including 47.702.235 francs for personnel, 28.783.265 for arsenals, 1.305.180 health care service, 43.601.777 for new building and 47.472.681 for armament. The complete fleet program was to be completed in 1916. The minister van navy stated when and if the Japanese economy allowed it, he would propose a new shipbuilding program.