149k views
3 votes
Upon first arrival, the Portuguese used diplomatic means, such as treaties, to establish trade relations in Southeast Asia. Within a short time however, what did the Portuguese do instead to gain supreme control of trade in Southeast Asia?

2 Answers

3 votes

Answer:

They seized existing trading posts using force

Step-by-step explanation:

User LongHike
by
6.2k points
5 votes
They used Military force.
User Josh Reich
by
7.6k points