Legal Definitions - alliance

An alliance is a bond or union between people, families, states, or other groups. It can also refer to a union or association of two or more nations, usually formed by a treaty, for the purpose of jointly waging war or protecting against hostile attacks.

• Strategic Alliance: A business partnership between two companies to achieve mutual benefits, such as sharing resources or expanding into new markets.
• NATO: The North Atlantic Treaty Organization is an alliance between North American and European countries for mutual defense against potential threats.

These examples illustrate how alliances can be formed for different purposes, whether it's for business or national security. In both cases, the parties involved work together to achieve common goals and benefit from each other's strengths.