high-level talks; senior official consultations
Refers to formal discussions or negotiations between high-ranking government officials, often in diplomatic or policy contexts.
High-level talks between the two countries are scheduled for next week.
首脳会談 refers to summit meetings between top leaders (heads of state), while 高官協議 is for talks among senior officials below the summit level.
Compound of 高官 (high-ranking official) and 協議 (consultation, discussion).