Abstract

Anticompetitive agreements, particularly cartels, have harmful effects on competition. To combat this, most states have implemented strict sanctions for companies involved in cartels, with fines typically ranging from 5-10% of their turnover. Competition authorities use several mechanisms to detect cartels, but the most important are: inspections, clemency policies and analysis of information from the public procurement register. This article provides an overview of the mechanisms mentioned above and an analysis of the national legal framework, highlighting some gaps in the legislation, but also practical examples from the Republic of Moldova and the European Union.

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