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bilateral

[bahy-lat-er-uhl] / baɪˈlæt ər əl /
ADJECTIVE
having two sides
Synonyms
Antonyms
WEAK
multilateral unilateral


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Canada and the US have the world's largest bilateral trading relationship valued at nearly $900bn in 2025.

From BBC Sep. 8, 2026

The U.S. ended up striking bilateral economic cooperation deals with both Armenia and Azerbaijan as a way of offering “sweeteners” to the peace negotiations, said Kvien, the former ambassador.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 4, 2026

The meeting at Burnham's Downing Street office and residence came after the leaders celebrated bilateral ties with King Charles III at a preview of the fabled Bayeux Tapestry in London on Wednesday.

From Barron's Sep. 3, 2026

The North American Free Trade Agreement was followed by numerous new bilateral pacts slashing trade barriers, including with Colombia, Chile, Peru, and the Dominican Republic, as well as Central America.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 3, 2026

The government and the ANC agreed to continue bilateral talks to work toward a solution.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela




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