In the 15th century, China was technologically superior to Europe in many fields but turned its back to the world. In 1436 an imperial edict was issued forbidding the construction of ocean going vessels. Foreign missions and voyages were banned. Trade and even contact with foreigners were officially discouraged. (source)
Will China mess it up again as Google tries to stay alive in China? Or will it turn its back to the world, once again? This could be the beginning of the end...better stay cool...
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