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This analysis investigates the expected conduct of the Qing court towards tusi and the implications of Dao Shengwu’s dismissal.

April 22, 2026Open Access

The Proper Conduct Expected by the Qing Court of the Tusi (Native Chieftains) in the Frontier Regions: Dao Shengwuʼs Dismissal from His Post as Cheli Xuanweishi in 1834

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Examination of Dao Shengwu’s dismissal reveals Qing court’s policies on frontier conflicts, suggesting a delicate balance in regional governance.

This analysis investigates the expected conduct of the Qing court towards tusi and the implications of Dao Shengwu’s dismissal.
Analyzed historical records from the Qing Shilu (Veritable Records of the Qing).
Contextualized Dao Shengwu's case within the broader Qing frontier administration.
Examined specific actions leading to Dao Shengwu's dismissal from his position.
Dao Shengwu's dismissal stemmed from his reckless actions rather than solely his stay in Burmese territory.
The Qing court enforced strict policies against actions that threatened border security.
Imperial intervention was limited to preventing escalations that could involve neighboring powers.

Kumiko KATO (2026) studied this question.

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Examination of Dao Shengwu’s dismissal reveals Qing court’s policies on frontier conflicts, suggesting a delicate balance in regional governance.