noun
red tape; bureaucratic delay
Refers to excessive bureaucracy, rigid procedures, or administrative obstacles. Often used in business or government contexts.
新しい事業を始めるのに、役所のレッドテープに悩まされた。
We were frustrated by government red tape when starting the new business.
レッドテープを減らすための改革が進められている。
Reforms are underway to reduce red tape.