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Antitrust Chronicle - Competition Policy International
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ISSN (Print) 2168-1155
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US: DOJ to tackle drug pricing and no-poach deals in 2020
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  Abstract: The Justice Department’s antitrust division is preparing to tackle competition issues in several important markets, including alleged price-fixing in the generic-drug industry, rules for music licensing and purported employer collusion that limits options for sought-after workers. In an interview with The Wall Street Journal this week, Assistant Attorney General Makan Delrahim, the Justice Department’s top […]The post US: DOJ to tackle drug pricing and no-poach deals in 2020 appeared first on Competition Policy International.
  PubDate: Thu, 16 Jan 2020 03:47:46 +000
EU: Maersk chief warns antitrust policy benefits China and US
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  Abstract: Strict EU enforcement of competition rules prevents the development of the global champions necessary to compete with Chinese and US companies, the head of shipping company Maersk warned in an interview. “Is it really a good idea that we don’t allow the creation of a European global champion' In doing so, we risk being outperformed […]The post EU: Maersk chief warns antitrust policy benefits China and US appeared first on Competition Policy International.
  PubDate: Wed, 15 Jan 2020 23:02:37 +000
US: Scalia Law School offers online antitrust program
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  Abstract: The George Mason University Master of Laws (LL.M.) Degree in Global Antitrust Law and Economics provides students with in-depth study of global antitrust issues, from world-renowned antitrust and law and economics scholars. The LL.M. in Global Antitrust Law and Economics builds on the school’s tradition and commitment to antitrust law and economics. The George Mason […]The post US: Scalia Law School offers online antitrust program appeared first on Competition Policy International.
  PubDate: Wed, 15 Jan 2020 23:00:47 +000
Mexico: IFT publishes infra-sharing guidelines for telecom sector
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  Abstract: Mexican telecommunications regulator (IFT) published the guidelines for the deployment, access, and shared use of telecommunications and broadcasting infrastructure. These operating rules seek to promote the development of infrastructure such as public telecommunications networks, broadcasting stations, and complementary equipment, and encourage companies to share their infrastructure. The document that was published in the official gazette […]The post Mexico: IFT publishes infra-sharing guidelines for telecom sector appeared first on Competition Policy International.
  PubDate: Wed, 15 Jan 2020 22:57:16 +000
Poland: Watchdog fines Volkswagen over “dieselgate” scandal
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  Abstract: Poland’s consumer watchdog UOKiK announced on Wednesday, January 15, it was fining Volkswagen more than 120 million zlotys (US$31.6 million) for misleading customers about the emissions of its vehicles., reported Reuters. The fine, the biggest ever given by the regulator for violation of consumer rights, is the latest chapter in a global emissions cheating scandal […]The post Poland: Watchdog fines Volkswagen over “dieselgate” scandal appeared first on Competition Policy International.
  PubDate: Wed, 15 Jan 2020 22:56:39 +000
Russia: Watchdog to check price increases at mobile operators
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  Abstract: Russian competition regulator FAS has not yet received any complaints from customers about the price increase for non-active tariffs at mobile operators Megafon and Beeline, reported Tass citing Anatoliy Golomolzin, deputy head of the watchdog. The regulator still plans to check whether the price increase is grounded. Megafon earlier announced it was lifting prices for […]The post Russia: Watchdog to check price increases at mobile operators appeared first on Competition Policy International.
  PubDate: Wed, 15 Jan 2020 22:55:22 +000
Greece: Watchdog proposes press regulator
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  Abstract: Greece’s competition enforcer has suggested the government create a new regulator to ensure transparency and fair competition for publishers distributing news and other media. In this Opinion, the Commission is required to ensure free competition, in the light of the protection of a minimum level of pluralism and diversity of opinion, through the freedom of […]The post Greece: Watchdog proposes press regulator appeared first on Competition Policy International.
  PubDate: Wed, 15 Jan 2020 22:52:53 +000
EU: Commission clears Synthomer’s takeover of Omnova with conditions
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  Abstract: EU antitrust regulators said on Wednesday they had cleared polymer maker Synthomer’s planned acquisition of US rival Omnova Solutions, subject to conditions. The approval is conditional on Synthomer’s offer to divest its global VP Latex business to address concerns of the European Commission that competition of vinyl pyridine latex would be reduced. The product is […]The post EU: Commission clears Synthomer’s takeover of Omnova with conditions appeared first on Competition Policy International.
  PubDate: Wed, 15 Jan 2020 22:52:30 +000
Germany: Deutsche Telekom launches fibre-optic joint venture in northwest
Germany
- Authors: CPI
  Abstract: Deutsche Telekom said on Wednesday it was founding a fibre-optic networks joint venture with regional utility EWE that aims to connect more than 1.5 million German households after winning antitrust approval for the deal to go ahead. Glasfaser Nordwest, as the 50-50 joint venture has been named, will build out networks in northwestern Germany while […]The post Germany: Deutsche Telekom launches fibre-optic joint venture in northwest Germany appeared first on Competition Policy International.
  PubDate: Wed, 15 Jan 2020 22:50:38 +000
Italy: Eni fined for diesel ads, will appeal
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  Abstract: ENI said Wednesday that it would appeal the Italian antitrust authority’s decision to fine the company for misleading consumers in what environmental groups called a historic ruling. “Eni has learned with great surprise the Italian competition authority’s decision,” the oil-and-gas major said, adding that “the company reserves the right to assess the grounds for its […]The post Italy: Eni fined for diesel ads, will appeal appeared first on Competition Policy International.
  PubDate: Wed, 15 Jan 2020 22:39:11 +000