That's the reason we have not gone along with bilateral talks.

Or do you believe that it should continue with the bilateral talks?

These countries will face trade sanctions if bilateral talks fail to make progress.

I think bilateral talks will take place because none of the parties can refuse to go.

There will be a lot of turbulence between the opening conference and the bilateral talks.

The important thing is that they are not raising any questions about the bilateral talks.

And if you enter bilateral talks, they'll be happy to walk away from the table.

The political and military situation needs to be further stabilised in order to create a climate for bilateral talks.

We must push for such actions in bilateral and multilateral talks.

Days later the parties are to begin direct bilateral talks.