Negotiations; bargaining or talks between parties to reach agreement — used in business, politics, labor relations, etc.
価格について何時間も交渉したが、結論は出なかった。
We negotiated the price for hours but couldn't reach a conclusion.
会社側と労働組合が給与について交渉を始めた。
The company and the labor union began negotiations over wages.
交渉が決裂し、取引は白紙になった。
The negotiations broke down and the deal was voided.
Relations or dealings — sometimes used to mean connection, relationship, or dealings between parties.
彼は国内外の企業と幅広い交渉があるため出張が多い。
He has wide dealings with domestic and foreign companies, so he travels a lot.
この団体は自治体との交渉を通じて支援を得た。
This organization obtained support through negotiations with the municipality.