jan 1, 1985 - Gorbachev creates twin policies
Description:
He pursued the policies of Glasnost and Perestroika. Glasnost mean "a new openness" and Perestroika stood for reforming the Soviet system- like moving away from socialist or state-controlled economy. This was because the economy layed in shambles. Gorbachev realized that he could not have the same buildup as Reagan.Added to timeline:
Date:
jan 1, 1985
Now
~ 40 years ago