Song-Jin ceasefire and restoration of peace

Timeline

1. 1208Lin'an · ZhejiangAfter the disastrous defeat of the northern expedition, court politics reversed: the powerful minister Han Tuozhou was executed, and peace faction figures such as Shmiyuan took control of government. Emperor Ningzong issued an edict blaming himself, announcing the end of hostilities against Jin and clearing political obstacles for peace negotiations.
2. 1208Xuyi · JiangsuThe Song court sent envoys to Jin to sue for peace, and Jin was also willing to end the war. The two sides negotiated over ceasefire, annual tribute, and matters of status; Jin demanded that Southern Song increase payments, acknowledge vassalage, and hold Han Tuozhou accountable as the chief plotter.
3. 1208Song-Jin border · ChinaIn 1208 Song and Jin formally restored peace: Southern Song acknowledged vassalage to Jin, annual tribute was raised to 300,000 taels of silver, both sides withdrew troops and ceased fighting, and envoy exchanges resumed. The Kaixi war ended in a humiliating peace for Song, and the two states maintained peace for several decades thereafter.