allianse

Allianse is a noun used in Norwegian and other Scandinavian languages to denote a formal union of parties formed to pursue shared goals. The term covers political, military, economic, or organizational coalitions, including treaties between states, defense pacts, and strategic partnerships between companies.

The word is linked to the broader concept of alliance; its forms derive from French alliance, ultimately from Latin alligare "to bind." In Norwegian usage, allianse is the standard term for such unions, with allianser as the plural.

In international relations, an allianse implies formal commitments, typically set out in written agreements. In business, it may denote cooperative ventures or joint ventures that may or may not include legal obligations. The term can also describe informal partnerships characterized by mutual support.

See also: alliance, coalition, treaty, pact, federation, confederation.