What happened in 200 BC?

In 200 BC, significant events occurred across various regions, particularly in the context of the Roman Republic and the Hellenistic world. This period saw the rise of the Roman Republic's influence, as it was engaged in the Second Punic War against Carthage, which was nearing its conclusion. In the East, the Seleucid Empire faced internal strife and territorial challenges, while in China, the Han dynasty was consolidating power after the fall of the Qin dynasty. Additionally, this era marked the flourishing of cultural and scientific developments in various civilizations.