---
entity_slug: natural_liberty_in_colonial_trade
entity_type: Principle
vsm_system: S5
type_rationale: Natural Liberty in Colonial Trade represents an abstract theoretical
  principle about the proper relationship between state authority and commercial freedom
  in colonial contexts, functioning as a normative rule that Smith applies across
  different trade situations.
vsm_rationale: This principle operates at the policy level by defining the fundamental
  purpose and identity of proper colonial governance, establishing the ultimate authority
  framework for how colonies should be administered in relation to trade freedom.
classified_at: '2026-02-23T11:18:24.675804'
---

# Classification: Natural Liberty In Colonial Trade

## Entity Type

Principle

## VSM System

S5

## Type Rationale

Natural Liberty in Colonial Trade represents an abstract theoretical principle about the proper relationship between state authority and commercial freedom in colonial contexts, functioning as a normative rule that Smith applies across different trade situations.

## VSM Rationale

This principle operates at the policy level by defining the fundamental purpose and identity of proper colonial governance, establishing the ultimate authority framework for how colonies should be administered in relation to trade freedom.
