International cooperation strategy
Strategically aligning international cooperation
International cooperation generates new shared knowledge. But it also comes with challenges, such as geopolitical risks and differing legal frameworks around data use and information security. Ethical considerations and potential political influence must also be taken into account.
It is therefore essential to develop a well-founded strategy for international cooperation, with clear objectives, a coordinated risk management system and a transparent framework for international cooperation. In open academic systems in particular, such a strategy should define relevant research areas and partnership criteria – to ensure scientific exchange remains both open and secure.
What should an international cooperation strategy encompass? And what are the risks and risk categories when it comes to international research cooperation? Explore our resources here!
Annotated collection of international cooperation strategies
We have analysed 19 publicly available cooperation strategies of German universities and drawn up guidelines that comprise ten chapters: from mission statement and objectives to strategic fields of action, governance and monitoring. Explore our analysis and guidelines now!
Risks in international cooperation
We have analysed risks in international research cooperation to help you assess the specific challenges your institution may face.