1. Official, structured relationships between parties, entities, or nations, characterized by protocol, ceremony, and adherence to established rules and procedures
The two countries maintained formal relations despite their political differences.
Os dois países mantinham relações formais apesar das suas diferenças políticas.
2. Professional or business relationships conducted with proper etiquette and without personal familiarity
They kept their workplace interactions on a formal relations basis.
Eles mantinham suas interações no trabalho em base de relações formais.
3. Diplomatic or governmental connections established through official channels
The ambassador worked to establish formal relations between the nations.
O embaixador trabalhou para estabelecer relações formais entre as nações.