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Mercantilism was the economic policy European monarchs used in order to enrich their country via exporting more than importing in the trade's market. During mercantilism's peak it was a very effective tool for the monarchs at that time in causing the enrichment.

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What economic policy controlled colonies for all major European trading countries?

The economic policy that controlled colonies for all major European trading countries was mercantilism. This policy emphasized the accumulation of wealth through trade, the establishment of a favorable balance of exports over imports, and the exploitation of colonial resources. European powers sought to enhance their economic strength by monopolizing trade routes and ensuring that colonies served their interests, often through regulations and tariffs. Ultimately, mercantilism aimed to strengthen the mother country at the expense of its colonies.


What is the Masstricht Treaty?

agreement between european countries that weakend economic barriers and made plans to create a unified monetary system in europe ; Ratified In 1993


How has Eastern Europe changed since World War Two?

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Who were members European Union in World War 2?

The European Union did not exist during World War II. It ended in 1945. What was then called the European Economic Community was founded in 1957 by 6 countries. They were West Germany, France, Italy, Belgium, The Netherlands and Luxembourg. It is now known as the European Union and has 27 members.


What does the EEC stand for?

EECEUROPEAN ECONOMIC COMMUNITYThe EEC (European Economic Community was formed en 1958 after the Treaty of Rome by six countries, Federal Republic of Germany, Belgium, Netherlands, Luxembourg, France and Italy. Their goals were to achieve a new age of peace, democracy, cooperation and economic union and prosperity between the European nations and citizens after the WWII. In 1973 Denamrk, UK and Ireland join the EEC, in 1981 is Greece the new member and in 1986 Spain and Portugal. After the treaty of Maastrich in 1992 the EEC became the European Union due to the more ambitious goals in the post cold-war Europe where the political unification looked a realistic posibility.

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European monarchs who wanted to enrich their countries by exporting more than they imported practiced the economic policy known as?

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What do the European countries make up?

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If the world were less interdependent, both exporting countries and importing countries would likely experience a decrease in trade volumes leading to a reduction in economic growth and potential income. Exporting countries might struggle to find markets for their goods while importing countries may face limited choices and higher prices due to restricted access to global resources. This scenario could also increase protectionist measures, leading to further economic isolation and potentially triggering trade wars.


What is the difference between OPEC and the EU?

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What is Taiwan's Economic Activity?

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What are the negative economic impacts of Swine Flu in the UK?

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The European Union.


What group was formed mainly by Western European countries to promote defensive and economic cooperation in Europe?

The European Union


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