On 17 March 2025, a new Regulation of the Moldovan Competition Council (the "MCC") on Economic Concentrations (the "New EC Regulation") entered into force in Moldova (as secondary legislation). It introduces several key changes aimed at enhancing the enforcement of competition legislation and increasing transparency. The New EC Regulation transposes several European Union regulations, including the Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2023/914 of 20 April 2023 and the Commission Notice on a simplified treatment for certain concentrations 2023/C 160/01.
Walless Advises Vilnius City Municipality on European Commission Approval for National Stadium Project
Walless has advised Vilnius City Municipality on securing European Commission approval for key amendments to the financing structure of the National Stadium project in Vilnius.
Sayenko Kharenko Represents Metinvest Group Entities in Anti-Dumping Review
Sayenko Kharenko has successfully represented PJSC MMKI and LLC Unisteel – both part of the Metinvest Group – in the review of anti-dumping measures concerning imports into Ukraine of certain rolled products with corrosion-resistant coating originating in the Russian Federation and the People’s Republic of China.
Gecic Law Successful for Arena Channels Group in Bosnia and Herzegovina in Antitrust Case
Gecic Law has successfully represented Arena Channels Group, alongside BH Telecom and Mtel Banja Luka, in an antitrust dispute before the Court of Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Hungarian Competition Law and Enforcement Trends: What Can Companies Expect in 2025?
New amendments were implemented to the Hungarian Competition Act in 2024 and early 2025. Merger control proceedings increased by almost a third in 2024 compared to the previous year. The enforcement activity of the Hungarian Competition Authority (HCA) was also noteworthy, with the Hungarian watchdog imposing more fines for competition infringements than in the previous year, especially in cartel cases. In this article we explore recent legislative changes and enforcement trends, while highlighting what companies can expect for the rest of 2025.
The Debrief: March 2025
In The Debrief, our Practice Leaders across CEE share updates on recent and upcoming legislation, consider the impact of recent court decisions, showcase landmark projects, and keep our readers apprised of the latest developments impacting their respective practice areas.
Jelena Obradovic Joins Bojanovic & Partners as Partner
Jelena Obradovic has joined Bojanovic & Partners as a Partner and will lead the firm's Competition and Corporate & Commercial departments. Joining alongside Obradovic are Senior Associate Andrea Fluture and Associate Milica Mijatovic.