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Gorbachev as leader: personality, aims and power base; reasons for perestroika, glasnost and demokratizatsiya; withdrawal from Afghanistan and readiness to end the Cold War; summit meetings leading to the Malta Agreement.
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The Gorbachev Revolution, 1985–2000
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Gorbachev as leader: personality, aims and power base; reasons for perestroika, glasnost and demokratizatsiya; withdrawal from Afghanistan and readiness to end the Cold War; summit meetings leading to the Malta Agreement
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What was one of Gorbachev's main aims when he came to power in 1985?
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Gorbachev aimed to introduce economic reforms through perestroika to revitalize the Soviet economy.
Key terms
- Perestroika: An economic reform policy initiated by Gorbachev aimed at restructuring the Soviet economy.
- Glasnost: A policy of openness and transparency in government initiated by Gorbachev, allowing for greater freedom of expression.
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Confusing perestroika with glasnost: Remember that perestroika focuses on economic restructuring, while glasnost emphasizes political openness.
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