This was all done without the agreement of [[Qing Dynasty]] China, however, which still saw Korea as a [[tribute|tributary state]]. The Treaty is thus frequently cited as one of a number of events or factors contributing to increasing tensions in the late 19th century between China and Japan over influence in Korea. | This was all done without the agreement of [[Qing Dynasty]] China, however, which still saw Korea as a [[tribute|tributary state]]. The Treaty is thus frequently cited as one of a number of events or factors contributing to increasing tensions in the late 19th century between China and Japan over influence in Korea. |