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I believe the answer is:

allies

(Other definitions for allies that I've seen before include "Partners or confederates" , "Formally cooperating countries" , "Co-operating states" , "'Friendly, helpful nations (6)'" , "They support and encourage each other" .)

I've seen this clue in The New York Times.

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