The Malacca Sultanate · 15th–16th centuries
The Shahbandars and Port Administration
The sophisticated system of managing a global trade hub through port officers.
Key Questions
- 1Who were the Shahbandars and what were their duties?
- 2How did the administration ensure fair trade and safety?
- 3Why were foreign merchants attracted to Malacca's system?
MOE Syllabus Outcomes
MOE: Port Administration and Trade Management - S1
Level: Secondary 1
Subject: History
Unit: The Malacca Sultanate
Period: 15th–16th centuries
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