How id the commercial revolution spark European involvement in the African slave trade?

The Commercial Revolution, which began in the late Middle Ages, led to a surge in trade and the establishment of colonial empires, creating a high demand for labor in the Americas. European powers sought to maximize profits from their colonies, particularly in sugar, tobacco, and cotton production, which required a large workforce. This demand prompted the expansion of the African slave trade, as European merchants and plantation owners turned to Africa for a cheap and abundant labor supply, ultimately leading to the forced transportation of millions of enslaved Africans to the New World. The intertwining of commerce and slavery became a critical aspect of European economic interests during this period.