The correct answer is The Chinese were reluctant to do trade with the Portuguese because the Portuguese were little more than pirates.
China, one of the world's greatest powers, officially called the People's Republic of China, is a socialist country and one of the oldest civilizations in the world. The country currently has the second largest economy and is the most populous on the planet.
Chinese culture is full of traditions and particularities. China participates in organizations such as the World Trade Organization (WTO), BRICS, Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation, and is also a permanent member of the UN Security Council.