... of strategic alliances within members of the economic community. Design/methodology/approach Using mixed linear models, the study looks at changes associated with the integration of the European Union and their effects on international alliances within the integrated area and among the various member...

... been a dramatic increase in the number of cross-border mergers and acquisitions (M&As) and strategic alliances. The strategic alliances and cross-border M&As depend more on mutual trust than on the traditional firm. Different norms and standards of business ethics can significantly reduce the level...