Assignment task: The Opium War raised several major issues:
Economic impact: The war disrupted China's trade and economy, leading to economic instability.
Sovereignty and colonialism: the unequal treaties that followed the wars compromised China's sovereignty and paved the way for Western colonialism.
Public health problems: Widespread opium use led to major public health problems, including addiction.
How would you describe these issues and/or challenges raised by the Opium War, adding the appropriate concepts and theoretical currents? (In approximately ONE THOUSAND words)