International cooperation, competition authorities, and transnational networks / Mateusz Błachucki

Includes bibliographical references and index.

The concept and kinds of transnational competition networks -- Global competition networks -- Continental competition networks -- Regional competition networks -- Soft forms of international cooperation of competition authorities within networks -- Developed forms of international cooperation of competition authorities within networks -- Enhanced competition related international cooperation within transnational network -- Supervision over the international activities of NCAs within networks -- Perspectives on the development of transnational competition networks.

"This book presents a comprehensive study of the emergence, functioning and evolution of international cooperation among competition authorities. It presents an in-depth look at network cooperation taking place within international organizations as well as networks based on binding international agreements and various informal networks, among others. It further identifies and analyzes forms of international cooperation among National Competition Authorities (NCAs) that is taking place within transnational competition networks (TCNs). The book classifies these forms of cooperation by grouping them into three stages - soft, developed and enhanced cooperation - discussing each in detail. It thus reflects the evolution of the international cooperation process and provides some insights as to its possible development. This work will be of interest to researchers, academics and advanced students in the fields of competition law, public administration, international relations and those interested in international competition law and its contribution to global public governance"-- Provided by publisher.