noun
Loanword from English 'equal footing', used in Japanese to mean a state where parties have equal standing, opportunities, or conditions.
両チームがイコールフッティングで戦えるようにルールを調整した。
The rules were adjusted so that both teams could compete on equal footing.
この協定は、すべての参加国にイコールフッティングを保証するものだ。
This agreement guarantees equal footing for all participating countries.