Globalization began, you might say, a bit before the turn of the 16th century, in Portugal. ... "The Portuguese drive was not simply to explore and trade.

Spice: The 16th Century Contest that Shaped the Modern World . Author: Roger Crowley . ISBN-13: 978-0300267471. ... For Portugal, Crowley writes, “trade and conquest went hand in hand”, ...

These coins, dating back to the reign of King João III of Portugal, offer a rare snapshot of 16th-century commerce and trade, shedding light on the economic networks that connected Portugal to ...

The former Portuguese colony, a near neighbour of Hong Kong, ... Late-16th Century - Macau's trade reaches its peak as the territory is a key link in the export of Chinese silk to Japan.