友好国
Meanings
1
A country that maintains amicable diplomatic relations with another.
Japan and the United States have been friendly nations for many years.
Usage patterns
- 〈国〉と友好国になるto become a friendly nation with a country
After long negotiations, the two countries became friendly nations.
- 友好国との関係を深めるto deepen relations with a friendly nation
The government continues its efforts to deepen relations with friendly nations.
- 友好国を訪問するto visit a friendly nation
The prime minister plans to visit friendly nations in Asia.