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What did Gheorghiu-Dej do to increase trade relations between Romania and the Western countries?

  • Stepped up measures

  • Lowered tariffs

  • Signed trade agreements

  • Fought against trade barriers

Answer

In order to increase trade relations between Romania and the Western countries, Gheorghiu-Dej stepped up measures. These measures included increasing the volume of trade between the two countries, as well as opening up Romania's economy to foreign investment. Gheorghiu-Dej also worked to improve relations between Romania and the United States, and he visited the United States in 1964.
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