Vyacheslav Molotov

Vyacheslav Mikhaylovich Molotov (1890—1986) was a prominent Soviet politician and diplomat, known for his close association with Joseph Stalin and significant role in the Soviet government from the 1920s to the 1950s. He served as Premier of the Soviet Union, and then as Foreign Minister (1939-1949, 1953-1956). He was instrumental in negotiating with Allied leaders and represented the USSR at key conferences.