The empire period of New Kingdom Egypt encompasses a distinctly new phase in Egyptian history. Between about 1575 and 1100
bce
(Dynasties XVIII–XX), the Egyptian state founded two separate zones of control (Figure 1). To the south in Nubia the territory was organized into zones (Wawat and Kush) whereas in western Asia Palestine, southern Syria and portions of coastal Lebanon became highly influenced by Egypt. The nature of the administration established in both regions differed considerably. In Nubia the land was directly regulated by a viceroy and his subordinates. In addition, the pharaohs established many temples. To the north, on the other hand, the local rulers of the numerous city‐states were left in power so long as they remained loyal to the Egyptian king. By and large, Nubia was extensively exploited economically whereas Egypt's Asiatic territories were run far less profitably, with the emphasis placed upon adherence to the empire.
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