Revocation of Ming Maritime Ban
- When
- 1567
- Where
- Ming Dynasty; Ming Maritime Zones
- Episodes
- 2
In 1567, the Ming Dynasty officially revoked the 'hai jin' maritime ban, reinstating foreign trade with all nations except Japan. This policy shift, urged by Fujian governor Tu Zemin, reduced piracy and allowed merchants to trade via permits, excluding contraband and Japanese commerce.
Episodes
- Post-Revocation Trade Regulations
Merchants could apply for permits for trade with all nations except Japan, excluding contraband goods like iron and sulfur.
- Reduction in Piracy
Piracy levels dropped to negligible amounts following the general abolition of the sea ban policy in 1567.
Background and detail
Revocation. Upon the ascension of the Longqing Emperor in 1567, the general abolition of the sea ban occurred at the urging of Tu Zemin, the governor of Fujian. This decision marked a significant shift in Ming foreign policy, moving away from strict prohibition toward regulated state-controlled commerce.
People involved
- Tu Zemin · Governor of Fujian who urged the revocation
- Longqing Emperor · Ming Emperor during whose ascension the ban was abolished
Sources
- Haijin Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-01
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