Han Qi

MedievalPoliticianChina1008 — 1075

Song grand councilor who opposed Wang Anshi's reforms as too radical.

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Quick Facts

Born

1008

Died

1075

Country

China

Era

Medieval

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)50

Political (20%)63

Influence (20%)50

Legacy (20%)43

Leadership (15%)66

Strategy (15%)36

Total Score51.3

Han Qi — Complete Timeline

1058 AD

Appointed Grand CouncilorPolitical Action◆ Major

Han Qi became Grand Councilor under Emperor Renzong, serving as a leading conservative statesman. He focused on administrative efficiency and military preparedness, opposing aggressive expansion.

AppointmentGovernmentSong Dynasty

Impact: national

1060 AD

Compiled the 'New History of the Tang'Cultural◆ Major

Han Qi oversaw the compilation of the 'New History of the Tang' (Xin Tangshu), a official dynastic history. The work standardized historical records and became a key source for Tang dynasty studies.

HistoriographyCultural AchievementTang Dynasty

Impact: nationalconstructive

1069 AD

Opposed Wang Anshi's ReformsPolitical Action◆ Major

Han Qi led conservative opposition to Wang Anshi's New Policies, submitting memorials criticizing the reforms as too radical and disruptive. He was forced into retirement after Wang gained imperial favor.

Political OppositionReform DebateSong Dynasty

Impact: national