Imperialism

By lillieannab
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    Egypt

    British colonial rule had lasting impacts on Egypt's political, social, and economic landscape. It led to changes in governance, the introduction of Western education and infrastructure, but also a loss of cultural autonomy. Egypt's struggle for independence and the legacy of imperialism continue to shape the country today. Egypt has made progress such as, education and healthcare.

  • India

    Imperialism resulted in the exploitation of resources, loss of cultural identity, and economic disruption. British rule also had implications for social and political structures, which continue to shape India's history and development. India had great economic growth, as well as healthcare and education.

  • Australia

    British imperialism exported a vast amount of capital to its colonies in Australia which was invested largely in land, banking, insurance and other finance institutions. Some British capital was invested in industry. But until World War I there was not a great development of industry in Australia.
    Economic activity in Australia continues to weaken as the year progresses.

  • New Zealand

    The arrival of European settlers had a profound impact on the indigenous Maori people and their culture. Land confiscation, loss of traditional practices, and the introduction of new diseases led to widespread social and economic changes. The country has enjoyed stable economic growth, a high standard of living, and strong social welfare systems. The government has also been actively addressing environmental concerns and promoting sustainable practices.

  • Mexico

    Churches and monasteries were built, and religious orders began to educate the natives according to Spanish beliefs. The population increased as more Spaniards emigrated to New Spain and Spanish became the official language of the country. The indigenous populations had few rights and were often exploited.

  • Congo

    The region experienced exploitation, forced labor, and brutal treatment under Belgian colonial rule. The extraction of resources, such as rubber and minerals, led to environmental degradation and economic disparity. Additionally, Congolese society was disrupted nearly 7 million people who have been internally displaced due to the threat of violence and atrocities, extreme poverty, and mining expansion.
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    Philipines

    Negative effects: a bloody war, the Philippine-American War, arose as a result of Filipino revolt against American rule. Over one million Filipinos died as a result of the war. The Philippines was left without a strong leader and suffered economically. Public education established. roads, railroads, and hospitals were built. The U.S. helped the Filipinos when the Japanese occupied the Philippines. The U.S. eventually helped the Philippines become an independent nation.

  • Cuba

    One major impact was the imposition of economic dependence on cuba by foreign powers, which hindered its development as a sovereign nation. Additionally, cultural and political influences from the imperialist powers left a lasting mark on Cuban society. It's a complex topic with many layers, but these are some of the significant long-term consequences. Economic reforms have been introduced, and there are still challenges to address in terms of economic development and political dynamics.
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    Kenya

    The long term consequences of imperialism in Kenya were significant. One major impact was the disruption of traditional African societies and cultures. Europeans imposed their own political, economic, and social systems, which led to widespread inequality and loss of indigenous rights. Kenya also experienced land dispossession and forced labor under colonial rule. Kenya has made progress in various aspects.

  • Austria

    Under foreign rule, native culture and industry were destroyed. Imported goods wiped out local craft industries. Austria's economy weakens and shrinks in spring 2023 for the first time in eight quarters. In the second quarter, GDP decreased by 1.1%. This can mainly be attributed to the declining economic performance of trade and industry.

  • China

    China was positively affected and showed great social, economic and cultural growth during the territorial expansion under the Qing dynasty. The long term effects of China are pollution, overpopulation, and abuse of workers: China began to industrialize when Britain gained control. Because of all the machinery used in this time period, the air in China became polluted and still is today.

  • Indonesia

    During the long period of colonial rule, the Indonesian economy fell more completely under the control of the -- the Dutch, and for a brief period the British -- than almost any other territory. Indonesia's economy is expected to grow by 5.0% in 2023 as domestic demand takes over from commodity exports as the driver of growth.

  • Sudan

    Sudan was under British colonial rule starting from 1899 until it gained its independence on January 1, 1956n the last month, from 2 to 29 September 2023, ACLED records 465 political violence events and more than 1,500 reported fatalities. As fighting over the control of strategic locations intensified between the SAF and RSF in Khartoum, other armed groups became more actively involved in the country's conflict dynamics.

  • Malaysia

    British colonial rule in Malaysia brought about changes in various aspects of society. One consequence was the introduction of Western education, infrastructure, and legal systems.Malaysia's economy is projected to expand by 3.9% in 2023

  • Vietnam

    Disruption of traditional Vietnamese society and culture. The French imposed their own political, economic, and social systems, leading to widespread inequality and loss of indigenous rights. Vietnamese land was also taken for French plantations, resulting in land displacement and rural poverty. The country has experienced remarkable economic growth, improved living standards, and increased foreign investment.