Why do white men have so much cargo and new guineans have so little?

The disparity in cargo between white men and New Guineans can be attributed to historical, environmental, and social factors. White men, particularly during the colonial era, benefited from advanced technology, large-scale agriculture, and industrialization, which facilitated the accumulation of goods and resources. In contrast, New Guineans traditionally engaged in subsistence farming and lived in smaller, isolated communities, which limited their access to the same level of resources and goods. This divergence highlights the impact of historical power dynamics and varying developmental paths across cultures.