Chapter 129

With his keen insight, Su Ran immediately sensed the interconnected crises looming ahead. He knew that the current situation was like a tangled knot, and only by exerting force across multiple dimensions simultaneously could there be any hope of a breakthrough. **1. Breaking Through in Trade: Expansion and Transformation** Faced with malicious suppression from international powers in the trade sector, Su Ran made swift and decisive adjustments to his trade strategy. On one hand, he launched a campaign to open up new trade frontiers. He carefully selected and dispatched numerous trade delegations to countries not yet affected by the ongoing trade disputes. These delegations were tasked with showcasing the splendor of the Great Qing and seeking cooperation, carrying with them a dazzling array of the empire's specialties and advanced technological achievements. Wherever they went, they presented the Great Qing’s immense strength and sincerity through earnest attitudes and detailed demonstrations. At the same time, Su Ran strongly encouraged domestic merchants to venture abroad, pushing deep into Central Asia, Western Asia, and even further into Europe. He urged them to leverage their sharp commercial intuition to uncover hidden opportunities and open entirely new trade routes. Through these efforts, the Great Qing gradually reduced its over-reliance on traditional markets, creating broader horizons for foreign trade.