The first female diplomat in Chinese history was Wu Zetian, a female poet from the Tang Dynasty. She had an outstanding performance in the field of politics and diplomacy. As an envoy of the Tang Dynasty, she was sent to Japan, Persia and other countries to promote the exchange of Chinese and Western cultures. Wu Zetian was also a very controversial historical figure. Her ability to govern the country and political means were controversial, but her contribution to Chinese culture was indelible.