How did Wudi’s policies affect China’s economy?

Wudi’s military campaigns and diplomatic efforts helped open and expand trade routes that became known as the Silk Road. Trade along these routes brought valuable goods and wealth into China, so “Expanded trade over the Silk Road brought new wealth” is the best answer. His government also regulated parts of the economy, but that is not the main economic effect described here.

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