aggressive negotiations; hard-line bargaining
Refers to a negotiation style that uses intimidation, threats, or a tough demeanor to gain advantage. Often implies a confrontational, high-pressure approach.
They won the contract through aggressive negotiations.
Hard-line bargaining can sometimes damage long-term relationships.
強面 means a stern or intimidating face or demeanor. 強面談判 specifically applies that intimidating attitude to negotiations.
談判 is a general term for negotiations or talks. 強面談判 adds the nuance of aggressive, hard-line tactics.
Compound of 強面 (こわもて, 'stern face, intimidating demeanor') and 談判 (だんぱん, 'negotiations'). The exact origin is uncertain, but it likely emerged as a descriptive term for confrontational bargaining tactics.