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Comment by vachina

12 days ago

And what’s wrong with that?

Did not turn out too well the last time they sold tea, silk and porcelain and accumulated the vast majority of the world silver reserves.

You don't want to buy anything? You don't need anything? The British had one thing the Chinese "needed".

Eventually, you are no longer producing goods domestically and they can raise prices or deny your ability to purchase.