When dealing with its neighbors in east asia, the ming dynasty generally:
a. refused to trade with countries unless they acknowledged chinese
superiority
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b. formed military alliances with other countries to weaken japan's
dominance in asia.
c. offered to pay tributes to powerful countries to stop them from
attacking china.
d. worked with its european allies to invade weaker countries and
seize their lands.

Ming dynasty was considered to be an oldest kingdom of China which had influenced East Asia in the sphere of trade.  

The Government of Ming had comprehensive laws which were elaborate for the people to follow and they were heavily backed up by a strong military base.

China was an ally of Europe and accrued much wealth by selling, silk, porcelain and Glass. Japan and Korean peninsula was east of China and agriculture is practiced which paved way for the rise of oldest civilizations.