Talks are expected to resume in 1991 with new proposals . 1991 Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty expired on this year . Leaders agreed to honor START until a replacement treaty could be negotiated . `` Having resolved most issues discussed in recent months , delegations arrived at corresponding positions , '' the statement said . the United States and Russian presidents had hoped a new agreement could be ready this year .
Talks are expected to resume in 1991 with new proposals . 1991 Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty expired on this year . Leaders agreed to honor START until a replacement treaty could be negotiated . the United States and Russian presidents had hoped a new agreement could be ready this year .