History of Asia

Which area of Asia did great Britain acquire for strategic reasons in order to protect its trade routes between India and china?

The correct answer is: Hong Kong.

Hong Kong was acquired by Great Britain in 1842 after the First Opium War. It was a strategic location for the British as it provided a deep-water harbour and a base for their naval forces. Hong Kong also became a major trading hub, connecting India and China with the rest of the world.