This treaty was developed after Dutch imperial forces (allied with the Bugis) defeated the Gowan forces at Makassar. Based on the terms of the agreement, Sultan Hasanudin officially recognized the VOC's influence in Makassar territories (VOC recognition by the sultan was unofficially established in 1667).
This treaty was created after Dutch imperial forces, allied with the Bugis people, defeated the Gowan forces at Makassar. The agreement resulted in Sultan Hasanudin officially recognizing the VOC's influence over Makassar territories (unofficial recognition of the VOC by the sultan had been established previously).