Duke Huan of Qi's Hegemony

Timeline

1. c. -685Linzi · ShandongPrince Xiaobai prevailed over Prince Jiu in the struggle for the throne, acceded as Duke Huan of Qi, and despite past grievances appointed Guan Zhong as chancellor, carrying out internal and economic reforms, streamlining taxes, and developing the salt, iron, and agricultural sectors to strengthen the state of Qi.
2. -681–-651Kuiqiu · HenanDuke Huan of Qi flew the banner of 'honoring the king and resisting the barbarians,' presiding over successive alliances at Beixing, Juan, You, and Kuiqiu, coordinating the lords against Rong and Di incursions and intervening in interstate disputes, establishing his hegemonic status and an order of alliances, and inaugurating the Spring and Autumn model of hegemonic politics.