Part 1 - Rivalry, Mistrust & Accord (The Cold War)
Gorbachev Vs. Deng: The Clash Of Communist Ideals That Shaped The 80s
Table of content
Hey there, future historian! Are you ready to dive into a story of two Communist superpowers aiming to shake things up? Let's buckle up and explore the fascinating times of the '80s and early '90s!
๐ท๐บ Mikhail Gorbachev & ๐จ๐ณ Deng Xiaoping
Initial Optimism for Relations ๐๏ธ
- Year: 1985
- Leaders: Gorbachev in the USSR, Deng in China
- Mission: Gorbachev wanted to improve relations with China that had been frosty for 20 years.
๐ Note: Think of this like two estranged family members meeting at Thanksgiving and deciding to bury the hatchet. ๐ฆ
Trade Agreements & Diplomatic Procedures ๐
- Year: 1986
- Development: New trade agreements, resumption of full diplomatic relations.
๐ Note: This is like two friends deciding to start hanging out again, and even becoming Facebook friends.๐ค
The Speed Bump - Cambodia Issue ๐
- Year: November 1987
- Issue: China refused to meet Gorbachev because the USSR's allies, the Vietnamese, were still in Cambodia.
๐ Note: This is like getting mad at your friend because their other friend did something annoying. ๐
Cultural Exchange Agreement ๐ญ
- Year: May 1988
- Development: Cultural exchange agreement signed.
๐ Note: Like when friends agree to exchange their favorite book recommendations. ๐
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Part 1 - Rivalry, Mistrust & Accord (The Cold War)
Gorbachev Vs. Deng: The Clash Of Communist Ideals That Shaped The 80s
Table of content
Hey there, future historian! Are you ready to dive into a story of two Communist superpowers aiming to shake things up? Let's buckle up and explore the fascinating times of the '80s and early '90s!
๐ท๐บ Mikhail Gorbachev & ๐จ๐ณ Deng Xiaoping
Initial Optimism for Relations ๐๏ธ
- Year: 1985
- Leaders: Gorbachev in the USSR, Deng in China
- Mission: Gorbachev wanted to improve relations with China that had been frosty for 20 years.
๐ Note: Think of this like two estranged family members meeting at Thanksgiving and deciding to bury the hatchet. ๐ฆ
Trade Agreements & Diplomatic Procedures ๐
- Year: 1986
- Development: New trade agreements, resumption of full diplomatic relations.
๐ Note: This is like two friends deciding to start hanging out again, and even becoming Facebook friends.๐ค
The Speed Bump - Cambodia Issue ๐
- Year: November 1987
- Issue: China refused to meet Gorbachev because the USSR's allies, the Vietnamese, were still in Cambodia.
๐ Note: This is like getting mad at your friend because their other friend did something annoying. ๐
Cultural Exchange Agreement ๐ญ
- Year: May 1988
- Development: Cultural exchange agreement signed.
๐ Note: Like when friends agree to exchange their favorite book recommendations. ๐
Unlock the Full Content!
Dive deeper and gain exclusive access to premium files of History SL. Subscribe now and get closer to that 45 ๐
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