The conquest of the neighboring state of Anga was the absolute earliest territorial expansion executed by Bimbisara. What was the primary macroeconomic advantage that Magadha secured through this annexation?

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Anga was situated downriver from Magadha. Its capital Champa was a highly active commercial port. By annexing Anga, Bimbisara gave Magadha direct access to downstream riverine trade and sea lanes running toward the eastern coast, exponentially increasing state customs revenues and mercantile networks.

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