Jimmy Carter - Foreign Policy

Foreign Policy

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Jimmy Carter's foreign policy focused on human rights and diplomacy.

Human Rights Focus

1977

Carter emphasized human rights in foreign policy, inspiring dissidents worldwide.

Camp David Accords

1978

Carter mediated the Camp David Accords between Israel and Egypt, leading to a peace treaty in 1979.

SALT II Treaty

1979

Carter signed the Strategic Arms Limitation Talks (SALT II) treaty with the Soviet Union.

Carter Doctrine

1980

Carter announced the Carter Doctrine, asserting U.S. interest in the Persian Gulf region.