: The Majapahit Empire, led by Gajah Mada , attacked Samudera Pasai to control its lucrative spice trade and maritime dominance.
: By the 15th century, Malacca had emerged as a more strategic and efficient trading hub, causing international merchants to bypass Pasai’s ports.
: The Portuguese, seeking to monopolize the spice trade after capturing Malacca in 1511, attacked and eventually conquered Samudera Pasai.
: Frequent power struggles within the royal family led to civil wars.