Andrei Gromyko

Soviet Minister of Foreign Affairs

Andrei Gromyko - Soviet Minister of Foreign Affairs
Born

July 18th, 1909
115 years ago

Died

July 2nd, 1989
35 years ago — 79 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Russia

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Born in 1909, a politician and economist who served as the Soviet Minister of Foreign Affairs from 1957 to 1985. His lengthy tenure included significant international negotiations and participation in the establishment of various treaties. Gromyko was involved in pivotal Cold War events and played a crucial role in shaping Soviet foreign policy. He represented the USSR at the United Nations and was instrumental in promoting the country's foreign relations.

Served as Soviet Minister of Foreign Affairs

Represented the USSR at the United Nations

Participated in the negotiation of the SALT treaties

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