Backwards from the End of History RMG - 1988

1988
Global
The Montreal Protocol goes into effect, banning the use of Chloroflurocarbons. Eventually, the Ozone hole will shrink.


Americas
George H. W. Bush (R TX) wins the Presidential election, defeating the Incumbent Jimmy Carter (D GA).

The North Tower of the World Trade Center is completed.

Star Trek: The Next Generation begins. It would prove to be the most popular Star Trek series prior to the advent of streaming.


Europe
In Italy, anti-monarchist sentiment continues to rise.


Africa
The Gambia gains independence from the United Kingdom.

The Congo Civil War continues.


Asia
The Kazakh War of Independence continues.

The Kyrgyz War of Independence also continues.

Chinese-Baruun War begins after the Chinese decide that the Kazakh rebellion has weakened them.

Hong Kong becomes China’s first Special Administrative Region, after Canada’s lease on the New Territories expires.

Vietnamese Civil War Continues.


Oceania
Australia
Labor wins the Federal Election. Bob Hawke becomes Prime Minister.

Immigration from Europe increases by 20%.