What changes took place in the 17th century in handicraft production? What were the features of trade in the 17th century?

Manufacturing became widespread in the 17th century. During the reign of Alexei Mikhailovich, manufactories began to develop in central Russia. During the reign of Peter 1, factories appeared in the Urals. This made it possible to increase the exchange of goods with foreign countries. But despite this, everything in Russia developed much more slowly. There were too many European counterparts on the domestic markets, which made Russian products uncompetitive. Therefore, at this time, a policy of protectionism was carried out in order to stimulate the country’s production.