Talks are expected to resume in mid-January with new proposals . `` Our goal remains to conclude a solid treaty for the president 's signature as soon as possible . '' 1991 Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty expired on December 5 . Comment: U.S. and Russian presidents had hoped a new agreement could be ready this year .
Talks are expected to resume in mid-January with new proposals . 1991 Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty expired on December 5 . Comment: U.S. and Russian presidents had hoped a new agreement could be ready this year .