What created the European demand for cheap labor?

The European demand for cheap labor was primarily driven by the expansion of industries during the Industrial Revolution, which necessitated a large workforce to support factories and agricultural production. Additionally, colonialism and the establishment of overseas empires created a system of exploitation, where labor was sourced from colonized regions at minimal costs. Economic factors, such as the pursuit of higher profits and the competitive market, further fueled the demand for inexpensive labor sources, including migrant workers and enslaved individuals.