Power and Money.
So Europeans could rule more countries and states.
Imperial countries sought to expand their empires for various reasons, including economic gain, national prestige, and strategic advantage. The pursuit of new markets for goods and access to raw materials drove many nations to colonize territories. Additionally, imperial expansion was often seen as a demonstration of national power and superiority, fostering competition among nations. Lastly, some countries aimed to spread their cultural values and ideologies, such as democracy or Christianity, to what they considered "less developed" regions.
More land equals more power.
Asia
yes
For power, like all other countries
If other countries want a loan they can get from other countries which are a part of the E.U.
The European Union is currently in economic downturn. However, despite this, almost all European countries (with the exception of Switzerland) plan on joining the European Union in the future.
To get more land and gold to rule.
Norway and Switzerland do not want to join the European Union.
to prevent European countries from regaining colonies in Latin America