They said their holding company would benefit from cost savings, greater financial strength and joint development of new services.

The cooperation would take the form of a united front on trade issues as well as joint technical development.

It could be a joint development or a pricey investment by a third party.

Some relationships have evolved to the point where the two entities are considering joint development, he said.

The spokesman said joint development could begin in the mid-1990's.

The prospects for external funding include possible joint commercial development with publishing and/or media interests.

One way around the problem is joint developments with foreign partners.

Instead of a supplier-buyer relationship, the two companies would undertake joint development.

It's more joint development of the applications and systems they need.

It is an opportunity for fair, sustainable and joint development.