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bilateral

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


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Chinese state media reported on Friday that Xi would take part in "bilateral" talks on the sidelines of the Apec summit, citing a foreign ministry spokesman, but has not reported on the trilateral meeting.

From BBC ● Nov. 14, 2026

He will also take part in bilateral talks with Xi on Thursday - their fourth meeting since the US president returned to office in 2025.

From BBC ● Nov. 14, 2026

One alarming dynamic in the bilateral relationship is the absence of moderating voices on the Chinese side.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 10, 2026

Without that advance preparation, Beijing would prefer to hold separate bilateral meetings instead, the official said.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 9, 2026

In December, we began a new round of secret bilateral talks with the government.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela


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