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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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Friday’s upbeat figures came as Beijing and Washington in recent days exchanged a fresh round of retaliatory measures in recent days, reigniting trade tensions and dimming the prospects of next month’s bilateral summit.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 7, 2026

The U.S.’s traditional hub-and-spoke approach to the region consisting largely of bilateral agreements leaves the Asia-Pacific lacking in uniform communications systems, radar and logistics.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 1, 2026

Spanish authorities have increased security around the enclaves in recent years through increased surveillance, barrier reinforcement, and improved bilateral relations with Morocco, but people continue to attempt to cross.

From BBC Jul. 30, 2026

The pact will not, however, address bilateral issues like China's territorial disputes with the Philippines, Jing insisted, saying it would instead focus on "rules of engagement" for the waterway.

From Barron's Jul. 23, 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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