Which of the following best describes Nixon's foreign policy of "détente"?

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Nixon's foreign policy of "détente" sought to improve relationships with communist nations, as demonstrated by his diplomatic visits to both China and the Soviet Union. This was a departure from previous policies of containment and brinkmanship. Though arms-control treaties were eventually signed, this was not the core tenet of the policy. Additionally, Kissinger was a supporter of détente and helped shape its implementation. Therefore, options A, B, and D are incorrect.

Which of the Following Best Describes Nixon's Foreign Policy of "Détente