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Hong Kong Competition Law

Comparative and Theoretical Perspectives

Thomas K Cheng author Kelvin Hiu Fai Kwok author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Cambridge University Press

Published:13th Jul '23

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Offers a comparative and theoretical analysis of the new cross-sector competition law regime in Hong Kong.

This book will be of interest to those who would like to acquire a thorough understanding of the new competition law regime in Hong Kong. It will appeal to scholars, students and practitioners studying or researching issues in comparative competition law and global legal transplants.This is the first academic monograph on the new competition law in Hong Kong. It provides an overview of the historical background of the Competition Ordinance, highlighting the debate and the process that led to the adoption of the Ordinance. It offers detailed comparative and theoretical analysis of the key provisions of the Ordinance, focusing on the First Conduct Rule, the Second Conduct Rule, the exclusions and exemptions, and the procedural provisions. It draws on overseas legislation and jurisprudence that inspired the provisions in the Ordinance and incorporates a detailed examination of the latest cases decided by the Competition Tribunal. It engages in relevant academic debates and theoretical analysis of how competition law in Hong Kong should develop in light of its unique economic and political contexts. It concludes by setting forth of a set of recommendations for further reform.

ISBN: 9781108448123

Dimensions: 229mm x 151mm x 18mm

Weight: 500g

327 pages