Ming and Qing foreign relations were characterized by a mix of isolationist policies and selective engagement, which shaped China's perception of the outside world. The Qing dynasty's tributary system established a framework for limited trade and diplomatic relations, primarily with neighboring states, while reinforcing China's view of itself as the center of civilization. However, the increasing demand for trade, particularly for tea and silk, alongside Western technological advancements, created tensions that ultimately led to conflicts such as the Opium Wars. This set the stage for a dramatic shift in China's interactions with the West in the nineteenth century, resulting in unequal treaties and significant territorial concessions.
China was able to isolate itself from Western influence until the nineteenth century primarily through policies such as the strict regulation of foreign trade, the restriction of foreign contact, and the maintenance of a powerful centralized government.
The need for overseas markets for increased industrial and agricultural production
Alfred Thayer Mahan significantly influenced American strategic thought in the late nineteenth century through his seminal work, "The Influence of Sea Power upon History, 1660-1783." He argued that naval supremacy was crucial for national greatness and economic expansion, prompting the U.S. to modernize its navy and establish overseas bases. His ideas contributed to the rise of American imperialism, as evidenced by the acquisition of territories such as Hawaii and the Philippines, and shaped U.S. foreign policy leading into the 20th century. Mahan's emphasis on maritime strength fundamentally altered the American approach to international relations and military strategy.
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The late nineteenth-century government that held this belief was the United States. It was characterized by a sense of exceptionalism and confidence in its own technological and industrial advancements, particularly during the Second Industrial Revolution. This era saw significant achievements in areas such as electricity, transportation, and communication, leading many Americans to feel that their innovations were unique and superior, necessitating no imitation of foreign practices.
China was able to isolate itself from Western influence until the nineteenth century primarily through policies such as the strict regulation of foreign trade, the restriction of foreign contact, and the maintenance of a powerful centralized government.
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The need for overseas markets for increased industrial and agricultural production
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