form/develop/establish/ create a cooperation with......

[Ryan.]

Hello,

Do we establish a cooperation with someone or we develop it? Which one makes better sense in the following sentence?

"Our company has formed/created/developed/established a close cooperation with several academic institutions, thereby creating an academic and innovative environment for the staff"

Thanks.

 

[bhaisahab]

I'd use "established". Others might choose something else.

 

[MikeNewYork]

"Developed" would also be good.

 

[tedmc]

'Established' sounds good as it implies a relationship that has been built over a period of time. 'Working relationship' or 'rapport' can also be used.