奚与突厥关系考论

Researches on Relationship between Xi and Turkic

Xi and Turkic are ancient nomads in North Asia. In the 6th to 8th century, a series complex changes have taken place in the relationship between them. By Ancient Turkic inscriptions and Chinese documents, Xi was first conquered by Turkic between 553 and 555 A.D. From the end of the 6th century to the mid-8th century, Turkic invaded Xi several times and made it part of Turkic khanates. Xi affected by the Turks. The changes of the Turks’ power and policy of Sui dynasty and Tang dynasty towards Xi all were the important factors that could influence the relationship between Xi and Turkic.