Bilateral Talks

/ˌbaɪˈlætərəl tɔːks/

Definitions

  1. (n.) Negotiations conducted between two parties, typically sovereign states or legal entities, to resolve disputes or establish agreements.
    The two countries engaged in bilateral talks to settle their trade disagreements.

Forms

  • bilateral talks
  • bilateral talk

Commentary

Bilateral talks are a foundational mechanism in international law and diplomacy, emphasizing direct negotiation between two parties without external intermediaries.

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