Fu Bi

Fu Bi was sent as an envoy to the Liao dynasty to negotiate a settlement after Liao threatened invasion. He secured a treaty that increased annual tribute payments but avoided war, stabilizing the northern border for several decades.

Fu Bi was appointed as Grand Councilor of the Song Empire, serving under Emperor Renzong. He advocated for cautious fiscal policies and opposed radical reforms, maintaining stability during his tenure.

Fu Bi joined conservative officials in opposing Wang Anshi's New Policies, which aimed to centralize economic control. He argued the reforms would harm farmers and disrupt traditional governance, leading to his retirement from court.