This early civilization was driven to build one of the most advanced trade networks of its time because it severely lacked natural resources

Babylon.

Explanation:

Trade was critical to Babylon because most valued natural resources were scarce, even though they had an overabundance of agricultural goods. That´s the reason an active trading system was developed, to bring manufactured goods and raw supplies from miles away. Grains, oils, and textiles from Babylonia were exchanged to foreign cities for timber, wine, precious metals, and stones. Trade became essential to Babylon´s economy and culture.

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