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Introduction
This chapter details Türkiye's cartel legislation, exploring the powers vested in the Turkish Competition Authority (the Authority) and the approach outlined in Communiqué No. 2021/3, which identifies 'clear and hard-core violations'. Furthermore, the jurisdictional landscape is examined, highlighting the effects theory and the Authority's jurisdictional scope, allowing the Turkish Competition Board (the Board) to address cartel conduct with global implications.
The chapter also provides information about the Regulation on Active Cooperation for Detecting Cartels (the Leniency Regulation), which came into effect in December 2023 and elucidates its role in incentivising cartel parties to proactively disclose valuable information. Detailed discussions herein cover the scope, the application process and the obligations of leniency applicants, with a focus on the Board's dedication to augmenting clarity and emphasising the Authority's commitment to enhancing clarity and reducing uncertainty.
The concluding section provides an outlook on recent cartel enforcement highlights, showcasing key decisions in 2023, and emphasises the Board's commitment to combating anticompetitive practices.
