The pre-Ming Chinese were strictly against foreign commerce.

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The pre-Ming Chinese were actually very involved in foreign commerce, particularly during the Tang (618-907) and Song (960-1279) dynasties. The Tang dynasty was especially known for its expansive trade networks, reaching as far west as the Middle East and as far east as Japan. However, during the Ming dynasty (1368-1644), foreign commerce became more restricted and eventually was largely under state control.

The Pre-Ming Chinese Were Strictly Against Foreign Commerce