Definition of multilateralism in English:
multilateralism
noun ˌmʌltɪˈlat(ə)r(ə)lɪz(ə)m
mass nounThe principle of participation by three or more parties, especially by the governments of different countries.
the president affirmed his commitment to multilateralism
Example sentencesExamples
- He said the discussions will focus on strengthening multilateralism and enhancing the role of the United Nations.
- A spokesperson for Oxfam said that the EU, US and others are carving up the world into a series of agreements that undermine multilateralism.
- Favoring multilateralism over unilateralism often means favoring talk over action.
- His view of democracy and multilateralism seems remarkably uncomplicated.
- Mendez encouraged regional organizations and emphasized the need for multilateralism.
- We think that effective multilateralism is the key to maintaining global peace and prosperity.
- Rather, the debate should be seen in terms of a presumption in favour of either multilateralism or unilateralism.
- France, he insisted, wants a "new internationalism" based on multilateralism and compliance with international law.
- I often listen with interest to those in this Parliament who promote multilateralism and are less concerned with the sovereign rights of particular nations.
- The scale of this gross error should compel a return to genuine multilateralism.