late80s
Late 1980s refers to the final years of the 1980s, typically 1987 through 1989, though some sources extend to 1990. It was characterized by political and economic change, technological advances, and evolving popular culture. In world politics, it marked the closing chapter of the Cold War and a period of reform in several countries.
On the international stage, the United States and Soviet Union signed the INF Treaty in 1987, aiming
Economically, late 1980s witnessed continued globalization and a shift toward deregulation in many advanced economies. The
In culture, music and film reflected both commercialization and experimentation. MTV influence remained strong; genres such
The late 1980s left a durable legacy, shaping the 1990s transition in politics, technology, and culture. The