They are considered to be enlightened despots because they still ruled absolutely, but they did implement many things that came from the west and was a part of the enlightenment philosophy. They were like benevolent dictators, they did what they wanted but it was usually a good thing for the people.
Prior restraint is the answer to the question
Answer: Portugal.
Explanation:
Intensive colonization of Asia began during the XIX. century. The largest colonizing empire in history, Great Britain controlled most of the territory. Hong Kong, Burma, Malaya, North Borneo came under British rule. The French controlled Indochina's territory, while the Dutch were the third most important European colonizing factor. The Dutch established their colonies in what is now Indonesia.