noun
mercantilist policy
Economic policy aimed at strengthening national wealth through trade surpluses and protectionism. Often used in historical contexts.
See also: 重商主義
17世紀のヨーロッパ諸国は重商政策を採用した。
European countries in the 17th century adopted mercantilist policies.
重商主義 is the broader ideology of mercantilism, while 重商政策 refers specifically to the policies derived from it.
Compound of 重 (heavy, emphasis) + 商 (commerce) + 政策 (policy). The term is a direct translation of the Western concept of mercantilism.