 In 1664–1665, he underscored his genealogical claims by restoring the cross of Slobozia.Radu also fully re-instituted pro-Greek policies.He populated the Divan with recent immigrants such as Nicula Sofialiul and "Paharnic" Manolache, while preserving a major role for Leon's boyar, Balasache Muselim; he was also especially unpopular for welcoming in an unusually large number of Greek bankers.