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The principle or practice of two-sided relations, especially in politics, trade, or diplomacy.
The practice of two countries managing relations directly with each other.
Bilateral trade agreements or economic relations between two countries.
Directly means bilateral trade.
二国間貿易協定が締結された。
A bilateral trade agreement was concluded.
The quality of involving two sides or parties, not necessarily political.
Means bidirectionality or two-way nature; used in communication, technology, etc.
このシステムは双方向性を備えている。
This system has bilateralism (bidirectionality).
In casual contexts, 'bilateralism' is rarely used. For simple two-sided things, use 両面 (りょうめん) or 二面性 (にめんせい).
Standard term for bilateralism in political and diplomatic contexts.
その国は二国間主義を重視している。
That country emphasizes bilateralism.
Refers to bilateral relations; often used when discussing the state of affairs between two nations.
二国間関係の改善が求められている。
Improvement of bilateral relations is being sought.
A more formal or legal term for bilateralism, often used in treaty contexts.
条約は双務主義に基づいている。
The treaty is based on bilateralism.
Bilateral economic cooperation, often used in development or aid contexts.
両国は二国間経済協力を強化した。
The two countries strengthened bilateral economic cooperation.
Literally 'between two parties'; used in contracts or discussions.
二者間の合意が必要だ。
A bilateral agreement is necessary.