noun
white-listed country; preferred trading partner
Refers to a country granted simplified export control procedures, especially in the context of Japan's trade regulations. Often used in news reports.
日本政府は韓国をホワイト国から除外する方針を発表した。
The Japanese government announced a policy to remove South Korea from its white-listed countries.
ホワイト国に指定されると、輸出管理が簡略化される。
When designated as a white-listed country, export controls are simplified.