Core Viewpoint - The Beijing Municipal Market Supervision Administration will officially take over the simplified antitrust review of certain operator concentrations in eight provinces and municipalities starting from August 1, 2025, enhancing the efficiency of merger and acquisition processes in the region [1][2]. Group 1: Antitrust Review Process - Since 2022, the Beijing Municipal Market Supervision Administration has received 274 entrusted cases from the National Market Supervision Administration, covering various industries with a total transaction value exceeding 780 billion yuan [2]. - The establishment of a "Beijing Channel" for mergers and acquisitions aims to streamline the antitrust review process, allowing for more efficient reviews once companies meet the legal declaration threshold [2][4]. - A manual for the review process has been developed to ensure alignment with national standards, along with four supporting rules covering the entire review process [3]. Group 2: Efficiency Improvements - The average acceptance time for cases has been reduced to 14.89 days, and the average conclusion time to 16.23 days, positioning Beijing among the leading pilot provinces and cities [3]. - An online pre-signature and offline signature model has been introduced to optimize internal approval processes [3]. Group 3: Regional Collaboration and Capacity Building - The initiative promotes regional collaboration by enhancing the regulatory capabilities of neighboring provinces and municipalities through training and resource sharing [4]. - A mechanism for information sharing has been established to keep track of the progress of simplified case reviews and to unify review standards across regions [4]. Group 4: Customized Services and Compliance Support - The service model includes one-on-one professional guidance for submissions, aimed at improving communication efficiency and compliance capabilities across various scales and industries [5]. - The initiative also focuses on providing tailored support for state-owned enterprises, multinational corporations, and innovative enterprises [5].
北京市场监管局获八省市自治区经营者集中反垄断审查正式委托
Xin Jing Bao·2025-08-26 02:53