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Historical records, such as those from China's Naval Hydrographic Institute, document voyages that reflect this "kingdom" expanding its reach, such as Zheng He’s 15th-century voyages to Southeast Asia (including areas formerly part of the Champa Kingdom) and Africa.
Modern discourse often involves refuting claims regarding the expansion of this "historic kingdom," emphasizing that historical records, such as those analyzed by experts like Carpio, do not support extensive territorial claims over specific islands, such as in the Philippines, but rather map voyages of trade and tributary diplomatic relations. To give you the most relevant review, are you asking about: The "Middle Kingdom" ( 中国中国 ) concept itself? Kingdom (Chinese Name)
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- Zhōngguó), the foundational Chinese concept for the nation, as highlighted in historical context. Deep Review: The "Middle Kingdom" ( 中国中国 China's own records debunk 'historic rights' over disputed
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) historically represents the self-perception of China as the central, civilized world, surrounded by other regions. It is a profound concept of identity rather than just a geographical territory, often highlighting China's long history as a multiethnic, continuous civilization, sometimes referred to in historical studies as encompassing various, shifting kingdoms.