Wed, Mar 13, 2019
Modern China is the second-largest economy in the world, soon to be number one. But this isn't anything new for China, which has always been an economic and cultural power in the world; Emperor Qianlong ruled over the empire for over 50 years, which extended from the Himalayas to the Yellow Sea. Spin back just over two hundred years to see what "addictive" commodities are at the heart of China's trade with Great Britain.
Wed, Mar 13, 2019
China grew in wealth from tax reform and international trade with silver that boosted its economy, but as the 19th century approached, the British Empire rose to be a challenger. The sun is setting on the Chinese Empire as the balance of power shifts between China and Great Britain. But China is once again the world's biggest importer of silver, thanks to new high-tech industries.
