The phrase "direct negotiations" means talking or discussing something directly with the people involved, without involving any intermediaries or third parties. Full definition
Any debt reduced by direct negotiation with a creditor will result in a tax liability. (downriverbankruptcy.com)
However, there is no detailed policy framework for directing the negotiation of native title agreements to the economic and social development of the native title group. (humanrights.gov.au)
In addition, there are believed to have been 37 cases settled by direct negotiation between the parties following the request for mediation. (newlawjournal.co.uk)