How did trade help the Europeans gain political control of parts of Southeast Asia, including the Philippines, and India?

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Axes Grinds · Answer 1 · 2018-12-05T02:57:40+0000

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It allowed them to establish contact and a military presence in the area. As a result, they could easily take over from weak local rulers when the opportunity arose.

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Slik · Answer 2 · 2018-12-07T20:31:02+0000

Europeans needs resources like rubber from Vietnam, silk, opium, and spices from China. They were able to establish a military presence by establishing trading post when moving into these countries.

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