European powers were running out of places to colonize in africa, while trade in East Asia was becoming more and more profitable, but the cost in time and money of traveling all the way around africa and through the india ocean (or the long trek down the silk road) was hampering European profits off of trading. So the Spanish sent Columbus to find a shorter root to Asia. Columbus didn't set out looking for America, it was just a happy accident.
Since world war ii, GATT has brought together a wide range of nations for regular negotiations designed to reduce barriers to trade. <span> The </span>GATT<span> was a trade treaty implemented to boost economic recovery.</span><span> The primary purpose of </span>GATT<span> was to increase international trade. Hope this answers the question.</span>
Generally, yes, it is true that the economic restrictions placed on Italy, in response to their seizure of Ethiopia, did little to effect Italy’s economy or power, since during this time Italy was ruled by a fascist dictator, who didn't "play by the rules" when it came to international economics.
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They had no say in whether they would fight in the war or for which side they would fight.
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