How did imperialism in the 1890s reflect both continuities and changes from earlier eras ?

Imperialism during the 1890s is more of direct colonization, meaning direct rule with the help of some representatives or officials. Today, countries no longer are directly colonized but are tied down with other superior countries through economic laws and agreements calling it as neo-colonialism. Neo-colonialism means holding power through indirect rule.

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