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The Effects of Transportation Infrastructure for Trade Development in Han China in the Early Silk Road
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Abstract
In light of the rapid globalization and trade development of Han China, the dynasty experienced unprecedented levels of expansion and economic prosperity. This article traces vital aspects of development through the historic accounts of transportation infrastructure across of China, namely the substantial manuscripts found at the Xuanquan Dunhuang postal station. Han China found that in order to increase international relations, there were key components that needed to be ameliorated – capacity of travel and proliferation of foreign commodities. At the same time, the empire needed to account for the spread of autonomous regions due to the regional expansion, meaning effective communication and a proficient network remained vital in maintaining the integrity of the empire. The resulting solution came to be the investments in the development of transportation infrastructure along the borders of China.
Keywords
transportation infrastructure, Han China, trade, economic growth, proliferation
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Zhang,J. (2023). The Effects of Transportation Infrastructure for Trade Development in Han China in the Early Silk Road. Lecture Notes in Education Psychology and Public Media,9,46-51.
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