郑和下西洋使朝贡制度在明朝发展到十分完善的地步,但与西方航海为原始积累的目标相比,郑和下西洋仅是为了封建政府特定的外交方针政策服务的。郑和下西洋的历史经历为现代外交事业提供宝贵的借鉴,我们应该充分吸收其经验和教训。 Zheng He and the West made the tributary system developed to a perfect point in the Ming Dynasty. However, compared with the original goal of western navigation, Zheng He served only for the purpose of feudal government-specific diplomatic guidelines and policies. The historical experiences of Zheng He and the West provide precious references for modern diplomacy. We should fully absorb his experiences and lessons.