original: negotiations are also under way with a number of other states .
simplifications: business discussions are also under way with a number of other states . negotiations are under way with a number of other states . negotiations are also under way with a number of other states . compromises are also under way with a number of other states . agreements are also under way with a number of other states . negotiations are under way in many other states . discussions are also under way with a number of other states . negotiations are in progress with a number of other states too .