Treaty of Tientsin

The Treaty of Tientsin, signed in 1856, was part of China's treaties following the Second Opium War. It marked a significant shift in China's relations with Western powers. The treaty opened several ports for foreign trade, allowed foreign missionaries to operate, and granted extraterritorial rights to foreigners, meaning they could be tried under their own laws rather than Chinese law. This treaty exemplified the growing influence of Western powers in China during the 19th century and led to increased foreign intervention and control over Chinese affairs.