Ethiopia and Siam stood out from other 19th-century African and Asian countries by preserving their independence amidst European colonialism.
Ethiopia and Siam (modern-day Thailand) differed from most 19th-century African and Asian countries as they managed to maintain their independence during the era of European colonialism. Ethiopia, with its skilled monarchs and strong administrative methods, successfully defended itself against invaders, preserving its sovereignty. Similarly, Siam utilized effective bureaucratic systems and international diplomacy to retain its independence, avoiding European colonization.
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