Chen Yu

(№.5,2015)

Abstract:In August of 1939, Germany and the Soviet Union signed the Molotov-Ribbentrop Pact, which lead two hostile countries turning into friendly states overnight. With the change of diplomatic relations, the Soviet Union propaganda changed its attitudes and standpoints to Germany. A series of new measures had been adopted, such as eliminating all anti-fascist works, conducting cultural exchange with Germany, advocating referring to the publicity experiences in UK, Germany and other countries. To sum up, publicizing re-building the German image by the Soviet Union during 1939-1941, came down to a political approach adopted by the Soviet Union for ensuring its diplomatic policies under smooth implementation. Although unexpected and immoral aspects existed, starting from the historical background at that time, the Soviet Union could be blamed for its newly adopted policy and a change of propaganda strategy towards Germany in order to coordinate with the government, which was also necessary and reflecting the flexibility of the Soviet Union propaganda.

Keywords:Molotov-Ribbentrop Pact; the Soviet Union; propaganda