multilateralists
[/ˌmʌltɪˈlætərəlɪsts/]
nounpl: multilateralists
multilateralistas
1. Advocates or supporters of multilateralism, a diplomatic approach involving three or more countries or parties working together on international issues
The multilateralists argued for a coordinated global response to climate change through the United Nations.
Os multilateralistas argumentaram a favor de uma resposta global coordenada às mudanças climáticas através das Nações Unidas.
2. Political figures or diplomats who prioritize international cooperation and agreements involving multiple nations rather than bilateral dealings
During the trade negotiations, multilateralists clashed with protectionists over tariff policies.
Durante as negociações comerciais, os multilateralistas entraram em conflito com os protecionistas sobre políticas tarifárias.
The term gained prominence during Cold War diplomacy and has been central to post-Cold War international relations debates. In Brazil, multilateralists are often associated with support for United Nations initiatives and MERCOSUR/regional integration. In the USA, this term is frequently used in foreign policy circles to describe those favoring international institutions and treaties over go-it-alone approaches.
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