Portugal and the Netherlands were attracted to Southeast Asia primarily for its lucrative spice trade, which included valuable commodities like cloves, nutmeg, and pepper. The region's strategic location along maritime trade routes also offered economic opportunities for expanding their trade networks. Additionally, both nations sought to establish colonial dominance and spread Christianity, further motivating their exploration and colonization efforts in Southeast Asia.
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Europeans discovered that Southeast Asia was rich in mineral and agricultural resources (apex)
Portugal became a major sea power.
European nations began to control the nations of southeast Asia. -apex
European imperialism in Asia involved several key countries, including Britain, France, the Netherlands, Spain, and Portugal. Britain established significant control over India and parts of Southeast Asia, while France focused on Indochina. The Netherlands dominated the Indonesian archipelago, and Spain colonized the Philippines. These powers sought to expand their economic interests and influence through territorial acquisition and exploitation of resources.
The Eastern Hemisphere, slightly above the equator.
Portugal, the Netherlands, and England were also exploring routes to East Asia during the Age of Exploration. Portugal led the way with exploration efforts under Prince Henry the Navigator, while the Netherlands established the Dutch East India Company and England sent explorers like Francis Drake.
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