is the group of 21 Pacific Rim countries whose purpose is to improve economic and political ties, and to reduce tariffs and other trade barriers across the region.

New communication technologies, improved transportation, and advanced military weapons made it possible for countries to speed up acquiring territory. rule large amounts of territory. fight off competition from opposing nations. expand their economies, which aided in conguest.

Hunting reserves also support wildlife reserve conservation

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