Translation guide
The concept of countries or organizations working together across borders to achieve common goals. In Japanese, this is most commonly expressed with the term 国際協力, but other related expressions exist depending on the context.
International cooperation is essential for peacebuilding.
Japan supports developing countries through international cooperation.
A slightly more descriptive phrase meaning 'international cooperation' or 'cooperation on an international level'. Often used when emphasizing the international aspect.
This problem requires international cooperation.
Often used in academic, research, or business contexts to refer to international collaboration or partnership.
International cooperation between universities is advancing.
Specifically referring to cooperation in international development, aid, or humanitarian efforts.
Cooperation between governments on policy, security, or global governance.
Cross-border collaboration between companies, research institutions, or industries.
国際協力 is the general term for international cooperation, focusing on working together practically. 国際協調 emphasizes harmony and alignment of policies, often used in diplomatic or political discourse. For most everyday contexts, 国際協力 is the safer choice.
In Japanese universities and job hunting, 国際協力 is a common major or career path. You can say 国際協力を勉強しています (I'm studying international cooperation) or 国際協力の仕事に就きたい (I want to work in international cooperation).
The budget for international aid has been cut.
Multilateral cooperation is essential for climate change.
The two companies agreed to strengthen international business cooperation.