Because of natural resources, the dutch east indies were targeted by japan for expansion.
<h3>What is a
natural resources?</h3>
These are natural materials from nature that are exploited for economic gain such as crude oil etc.
Hence, because of natural resources, the dutch east indies were targeted by japan for expansion.
Therefore, the Option A is correct.
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