In the map "Trading ports and cities,Indian Ocean," which of these had an early lead in urbanization and trading ports?

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Arabia, particularly the cities of Mecca and Medina, had an early lead in urbanization and trading ports due to their strategic location along the Red Sea and access to both land and sea trade routes. The region also played a significant role in the development of the Islamic religion, which further increased its importance in both trade and culture. While East Africa, Southeast Asia, and Borneo also had notable trading ports and urban centers, they did not have the same level of early development and influence as Arabia.

In the Map "Trading Ports and Cities,Indian Ocean," Which of These