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In the 18th century Macau was one of the world's richest cities, through trading between China and the west.
Macau lost its dominance in Chinese trade due to the silting of its harbour and the growth of the port of Hong Kong.
As its trade declined, Macau gained a reputation as a smuggling and gambling centre.
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