noun
- the principle or practice of conducting relations between two countries or parties on the basis of mutual cooperation and agreement
Usage: political science; international relations
Examples
- The two nations embraced bilateralism in their trade negotiations.
- Bilateralism has been the foundation of their diplomatic relationship for decades.
- The president favored bilateralism over working through international organizations.
- Economic bilateralism between the countries led to increased prosperity.
- Critics argued that bilateralism ignored the interests of smaller nations.
- The treaty represented a shift toward bilateralism in foreign policy.