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She expanded trade and industry from "summary" of Catherine the Great by Robert K. Massie
Catherine was determined to modernize Russia's economy. She recognized that the success of her empire depended on the development of trade and industry. To achieve this goal, she encouraged the growth of manufacturing and commerce. She believed that a strong economy would not only increase the wealth of the nation but also enhance its power and influence on the world stage. Catherine took a number of measures to promote trade and industry. She established new industries, such as textile factories and ironworks, and encouraged foreign experts to come to Russia to help develop its manufacturing base. She also introduced new technologies and techniques to improve productivity and efficiency in...
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