Sonin

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Sonin, (1601-1667) also known as Soni, and rarely Sony (Manchu: ; Chinese: 索尼; pinyin: Suǒní), was a senior regent during Chinese Kangxi Emperor's minority in the Qing Dynasty. Sonin belonged to the Plain Yellow Banner.

Sonin was already a leading official during the reign of Kangxi's grandfather, Huang Taiji. Before the Shunzhi Emperor died, Sonin was appointed as one of the four regents to support the young Kangxi Emperor. During the first years of Kangxi's reign, a power struggle ensued among the regents. Sonin was too old to exert his leadership. His son, Songgotu helped the young emperor to get rid of Oboi.

Sonin died in 1667.