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/mʌltɪˌleɪtəˈrɪzəm/ · mul.ti.lat.er.a.lism
noun
  1. Unbiased trade between nations, in contrast to bilateralism. The multilateral trade agreement aimed to reduce tariffs and promote fair competition among member countries.
  2. A system by which nations consult others in matters of foreign policy, by way of organisations such as the United Nations. The multilateral approach to conflict resolution has been successful in resolving several international disputes.
Did you know? The concept of multilateralism has its roots in the League of Nations, established after World War I, which aimed to promote international cooperation and prevent future wars.
Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 0 lookups Added Jul 29, 2026