noun
friendship; friendly relations; fellowship
A somewhat formal or literary term for friendship, often used in diplomatic or organizational contexts. Less common in everyday conversation than 友情 (ゆうじょう).
両国は長年にわたる友誼を確認した。
The two countries reaffirmed their long-standing friendship.
友誼を深めるために交流事業が行われた。
Exchange programs were held to deepen friendly relations.
Compound of 友 (friend) and 誼 (goodwill, friendship). 誼 is a relatively rare kanji meaning friendly relations or moral obligation, giving the word a formal, literary feel.