Overview
Ashina Xin, the son of Ashina Huaidao, was the Tang's last attempt to place an Ashina qaghan over the western Türks. In 740 the Tang sent him west to replace Kül Chor (Baga Tarqan), the Türgesh leader who had murdered Sulu.
Rise to Power
He was appointed by Emperor Xuanzong in 740.
Rule and Achievements
- Was sent to rule the Türgesh lands in place of Kül Chor
Legacy
Kül Chor drove him out and killed him in 742; his wife and child returned to Chang'an. With him the Tang system of Ashina qaghans in the west ended.