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multilateralism

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  1. Trade or diplomatic negotiations among several nations. (See diplomacy and recognition; compare bilateralism (see also bilateralism) and unilateralism.)


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On Tuesday the three candidates in Geneva set out how they would reform the UN, which is facing a lack of funding, multiple conflicts and dwindling faith in multilateralism.

From Barron's Jun. 9, 2026

"Europe defends the international order, effective multilateralism, the rule of law, free and open trade," he told The Africa Report.

From Barron's May 11, 2026

Without a more robust multilateralism, we risk replacing an imperfect system of collective security with the brutal reality of widespread insecurity.

From The Wall Street Journal Mar. 30, 2026

"Gone are the days of development partnerships, free trade, multilateralism, and even basic reciprocity," Dussel said.

From BBC Mar. 6, 2026

President Trump has long been skeptical of multilateralism and the rules-based international order.

From The Wall Street Journal Mar. 4, 2026

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