How were British and American forms of economic imperialism in Asia different during the Th century?

During the 19th century, British economic Imperialism in Asia was characterized by direct control and exploitation of resources through colonial rule, particularly in India, where the British East India Company established a monopoly on trade and governance. In contrast, American economic imperialism often took the form of informal influence and investment rather than direct colonial rule, exemplified by the Open Door Policy in China that aimed to ensure access to markets without territorial control. While Britain sought to expand its empire through direct administration, the United States focused on promoting trade and economic interests while avoiding the complexities of governance.