Throughout history, China has rarely engaged in large-scale, state-led overseas expansion. In contrast, Western nations, especially during the Age of Exploration, aggressively pursued global trade and colonial expansion through institutions like the East India Companies. Why did these two civilizations develop such fundamentally different approaches to overseas expansion? 1. The “Celestial Empire” Mindset vs. ExpansionistContinueContinue reading “The Great Divide: Why Eastern and Western Overseas Expansion Took Different Paths”
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👜 Why Are Europeans Carrying Canvas Bags While Chinese Walk Around with LV?
🌍 1. The End of the “Dreamer” Era in Europe 📉 Economic stagnation has reshaped European consumer behavior. Gone are the days when luxury goods symbolized aspiration. With no expectation of exponential economic growth, Europeans have moved from being “dreamers” seeking external validation to “lifers” prioritizing inner fulfillment and sustainability. In a society with flatlineContinueContinue reading “👜 Why Are Europeans Carrying Canvas Bags While Chinese Walk Around with LV?”
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