In a commentary, SMU Professor of Organisational Behaviour & Human Resources (Education) Thomas Menkhoff and SMU Adjunct Lecturer Kevin Cheong highlighted the concept of “coopetition”, a mix of cooperation and competition, from Germany’s Stuttgart region. During a study trip, SMU students and faculty saw how this model fuels collaboration in fields like artificial intelligence (AI), and sustainability. The writers stressed that adopting this approach could strengthen innovation and cited efforts such as AI Singapore and Singapore-MIT Alliance for Research and Technology, pointing to this potential.
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