Definition
多边 (duō biān) means 'multilateral', involving multiple parties (three or more). It contrasts with 双边 (shuāng biān) 'bilateral' (two parties) and 单边 (dān biān) 'unilateral' (one party). Use these terms for negotiations, agreements, or policies in international contexts.
adjective
multilateral
Easily confused
- 外边wài bianlook-alikeoutside, the space outdoors or beyond an enclosed area
Examples
- 多边。Gè guó dōu xīwàng duō biān tánpàn nénggòu chénggōng.All countries hope the multilateral negotiations can succeed.
- 多边。Zhège duō biān xiéyì shèjí huánjìng bǎohù.This multilateral agreement involves environmental protection.
- 多边。duō biān zhǔyì zài dāngjīn guójì shèhuì shòudào tiǎozhàn.Multilateralism faces challenges in today's international community.
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