Definition of "multilateralism" []

• Unbiased trade between nations, in contrast to bilateralism. (noun)
• A system by which nations consult others in matters of foreign policy, by way of organisations such as the United Nations. (noun)

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• "(LAUGHTER) BLITZER: But you are happy the president is now engaged in what they call multilateralism, dealing with the rest of the world."
• "The Nagoya agreement shows that multilateralism is alive and well."
• "You know, multilateralism is more than just our style."