trade-related invasions

Trade-related invasions occur when countries send military forces into a region or country primarily to control or influence trade routes, resources, or markets. These actions aim to gain economic advantages, such as access to valuable commodities or strategic trade pathways, often by bypassing or challenging existing trade agreements or relationships. While motivated by economic interests, they can lead to conflicts, destabilize regions, and disrupt global commerce. Such invasions highlight how economic factors can escalate into military confrontations, emphasizing the interconnectedness of trade and national security.