The Strategic Arms Limitation Talks (SALT I) were negotiations between the United States and the Soviet Union aimed at curbing the arms race during the Cold War. These talks began in 1969 and resulted in two key agreements: the Anti-Ballistic Missile Treaty and an interim agreement on strategic offensive arms. SALT I marked a significant step in arms control, as it limited the number of nuclear weapons each superpower could deploy. The agreements helped to reduce tensions and established a framework for future negotiations, contributing to a more stable international environment during a period of intense rivalry.