End of Zheng Rule in Taiwan

The end of Zheng rule in Taiwan marked a significant transition in the island's governance and economic landscape. Under Zheng Taiwan, the economy thrived through a diversified agricultural system, surpassing the profit-driven model of the Dutch colony. The Zheng government established a monopoly on key commodities such as deer skin and sugarcane, which were highly valued in Japan. This strategic control allowed Zheng Taiwan to extract substantial taxes from traders navigating the Taiwan Strait, further enhancing its economic position. By the time Zheng rule concluded, the government was generating over 30% more annual income in silver compared to the Dutch administration in the mid-17th century. Notably, sugar exports from Zheng Taiwan had outpaced those of the Dutch, while the output of deerskin remained consistent, indicating a stable economic foundation despite the impending change in governance.