partnershipsis
Partnershipsis is a term used to describe formal and informal collaborative arrangements among two or more entities, such as corporations, government bodies, universities, and non-profit organizations, that pursue shared objectives. It covers a broad spectrum of arrangements beyond traditional buyer-supplier relations, including joint ventures, coalitions, consortia, and long-term alliances. Partnerships in this sense are typically defined by a common purpose, a governing framework, and mechanisms for sharing resources, risks, and benefits.
Partnershipsis encompasses diverse forms, including business-to-business partnerships, public-private partnerships, multi-stakeholder coalitions, and research or innovation consortia.
Legal and regulatory considerations in partnershipsis include contract law, fiduciary duties, antitrust constraints, intellectual property rights,
Examples of partnershipsis appear across sectors, including infrastructure projects, research collaborations, and multi-stakeholder initiatives aimed at