第三国
Meanings
1
third country
Refers to a country other than the two directly involved in a matter, often used in diplomatic, legal, or trade contexts.
A third country stepped in to mediate the dispute.
This treaty also applies to third countries.
Usage patterns
- 第三国に逃げるto flee to a third country
The refugee fled to a third country and sought protection.
- 第三国を経由するto go through a third country (in transit)
The cargo was transported via a third country.
- 第三国が仲介するa third country mediates (a dispute)
The dispute between the two countries was resolved through mediation by a third country.
- 第三国との貿易trade with a third country
Trade with third countries increased due to the sanctions.