opening gambit

Translations
начальный ход
His opening gambit in the negotiation was to offer a 10% discount.
Его начальный ход в переговорах был предложить скидку в 10%.
Definitions
An opening gambit is a strategic move or remark made at the beginning of a conversation, negotiation, or game, intended to set the tone, gain an advantage, or provoke a response.
Words
opening

adjective
начальный
gambit

noun
ход