détente policies

Détente policies refer to efforts made to reduce tensions and improve relations between countries, especially during the Cold War between the United States and the Soviet Union. These policies involved negotiations, treaties, and diplomatic engagements aimed at increasing trust, controlling arms, and avoiding conflict. The goal was to find common ground, promote stability, and create a more peaceful environment, rather than confrontation or escalation. Détente marked a shift from hostility to cooperation, encouraging open communication and agreements to manage differences peacefully.