original: Negotiations are also under way with a number of other states.
simplifications: Negotiations are also under way with other states. Other states are also negotiating. Numerous states are negotiating. Negotiations are also being made with other states. Negotiations are also happening with many states. Negotiations had started with other states. Negotiations have started with other states. Talks are under way in many other states. Other states are negotiating. Negotiations with a number of other states are ongoing.