Core Viewpoint - The lecture highlighted the significant role of Xicun Kiln in the development of high-quality porcelain and its impact on overseas trade and the ceramic industry in Southeast Asia [1][4]. Group 1: Historical Context and Archaeological Findings - Since the 1990s, over ten Tang and Song dynasty shipwrecks have been discovered in the East Asian seas, revealing a large number of ancient artifacts, including ceramics from the Pearl River Delta region [3]. - The ceramics found are primarily daily-use items rather than typical export porcelain, indicating their role in maritime trade and packaging for other goods [3]. Group 2: Economic Impact and Industry Transformation - The Xicun Kiln represents a milestone in Guangdong's ceramic history, producing high-quality porcelain and advanced ceramic technology that significantly influenced the Southeast Asian ceramic industry [4]. - From the Tang to the Song dynasty, the demand for maritime trade led to the transformation of local ceramic production from a manual craft to a specialized export-oriented industry, contributing to the economic growth of Guangzhou [4]. - This transformation resulted in a structural change in Guangzhou's economy, evolving from a transshipment center to a comprehensive economic hub with diverse handicraft industries and high production capacity [4].