neuvottelupöydässä

neuvottelupöydässä is a Finnish phrase that translates to "at the negotiating table" in English. It describes the situation where parties are engaged in discussions with the aim of reaching an agreement. This can occur in various contexts, including business negotiations, labor disputes, diplomatic talks, or even personal disagreements.

The phrase signifies a formal or semi-formal setting where compromise, persuasion, and mutual understanding are expected to guide the process. It implies that direct communication is taking place between the involved parties, rather than through intermediaries or other indirect channels. The ultimate goal of being neuvottelupöydässä is to resolve differences and establish terms that are acceptable to all involved.

The effectiveness of negotiations held neuvottelupöydässä depends on several factors, such as the willingness of participants to listen, the clarity of their objectives, and their ability to offer and accept concessions. The phrase itself suggests a readiness to engage in dialogue and work towards a resolution, moving away from a state of conflict or disagreement. It is a common idiom used to describe the active phase of seeking a mutually agreed-upon outcome.