The Open Door Policy

The Open Door Policy was an international agreement initiated in 1899 by the United States, aimed at ensuring equal trading rights for all countries in China. It promoted open access to Chinese markets and opposed any territorial conflicts or exclusive control by particular nations. The goal was to prevent conflicts between major powers over Chinese territory and resources, allowing China to remain territorially intact while facilitating trade worldwide. In essence, it supported free trade, fairness, and stability in China, benefiting global commerce and reducing the risk of conflicts among imperial nations.