Manchester develops new industries and becomes an international city centered on electronics, chemical industry and printing, with more than 700 industries such as heavy machinery, weaving, oil refining, glass, plastics and food processing. As the leader of free trade, economic liberalization and cooperative movement, Manchester has a strong influence on the British economy. Manchester unites with Trafford, Tamside, Salford, Stockport and other towns to form the Manchester region. From an industrial city to a prosperous city featuring finance, education, tourism, commerce and manufacturing, Manchester is the major industrial center and commodity distribution center in England and the largest financial center city in Britain except London.