Trade Federation

The Trade Federation was a galactic economic federation of corporations. The Federation was notable for being heavily controlled by Neimoidians. At its peak, it was one of the most powerful organisations in the galaxy. The Federation became incredibly corrupt and often used its army of battle droids to force planets to agree to its terms. The organisation also supported political groups such as the Separatist Alliance in attempts to gain more political control. Due to its 
The Federation was incredibly corrupt and managed to gain representation in the Galactic Senate and also it's own army, which was produced by the Techno Union and the Geonosians. The Federation was known for its use of violence to get what it wanted. It was so influential in the Senate that the Republic could do little to stop it. 
== History ==
In the year 32 BBY, the Federation invaded and occupied the planet Naboo, which started a brief war. The Federation ultimately lost the war and its leaders were put on trial. After this, the Trade Federation feared that the Republic would soon restrict their power. 
In 22 BBY, the Federation turned to the Separatist Alliance, afraid that the Republic was pushing back against them, merging its army with other corporations who had joined the Separatists. It participated in the Clone Wars as part of the Separatists. The Federation was forced to shut down the droid army in 19 BBY after the execution of its leaders on the planet Mustafar at the end of the Clone Wars.
== Appearances ==
* Star Wars: The Phantom Menace (First appearance)
* Star Wars: Attack of the Clones
* Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith
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Category:Corporations
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