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a positive influence both on the

Goguryeo economy as well as the

diplomatic influence that Goguryeo

had in the region. Many scholars

relate Goguryeo during this time

as an empire, which had multiple

kingdoms to the north, Bakjae and

Shilla to the south as well as parts

of the Japanese islands under their for the fight between Goguryeo

influence. Goguryeo fought with and China for regional dominance.

the Chinese over control of the The Chinese and the barbaric tribes

Liaodung peninsula, which was constantly invaded the region

called Yodong during the time. The after Goguryeo's conquest while

peninsula was a strategic focal point the country was busy fighting the