informal discussion; off-the-record talks; informal consultation
Refers to unofficial or casual discussions, often in diplomatic, business, or organizational contexts, where no binding decisions are made.
Representatives of both countries held informal discussions.
A frank exchange of views took place during the informal consultation.
公式協議 is a formal discussion or official consultation, whereas 非公式協議 is informal and off-the-record.
非公式会談 is an informal meeting or talks, often used interchangeably with 非公式協議, but 協議 emphasizes discussion or deliberation.
Compound of 非 (non-) + 公式 (official, formal) + 協議 (discussion, consultation).