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Why did European nations carve out spheres of influence in China?

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Answer: only parts of China could trade but the US wanted to trade in all regions

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Answer:

They took advantage of China´s weakness and backwardness in the 19th century. They wanted to control territories and free ports exempted from Chinese jurisdiction to conduct trade and enjoy economic and commercial privileges.

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