For a period of 1500 years, China had barely changed. They had a fertile and rich nation, a large and efficient labor force, they were surrounded by natural barriers that made invasion unattractive, and produced goods that other civilizations wanted. Other civilizations such as the Romans, the Arabs, Ottomans, etc. all wanted the goods China produced. Many of the wars that were fought in Europe and the Middle East were centered around securing trade routes with China. And China only accepted silver as payment for their goods.
Interesting perspective Dawoud. Then there is the Foreign policy disaster in Europe forcing Russia to ally with China and strengthening the BRIC bloc while destabilizing the Dollar as reserve currency. A 'stable genius' has been replaced by a 'stable idiot'.
Interesting perspective Dawoud. Then there is the Foreign policy disaster in Europe forcing Russia to ally with China and strengthening the BRIC bloc while destabilizing the Dollar as reserve currency. A 'stable genius' has been replaced by a 'stable idiot'.