Antitrust Policy in Korea

ISBN-13: 9789819506316 / Angielski / Twarda / 2025 / 339 str.

Seonghoon Jeon

Opis

This book provides a comprehensive coverage of antitrust policy in Korea from an economist’s perspective. It encompasses the key elements, enforcement history, various economic issues, and notable cases related to each aspect of Korea’s antitrust policy. It consists of two parts and encompasses five main chapters dedicated to Korean antitrust policy. The first part delves into Korean Specialties, exploring antitrust issues related to Chaebols (large conglomerates) and Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs). The second part focuses on Conventional Competition Policies, addressing topics such as Market Dominance Abuses, Mergers, and Cartels. Each chapter follows a consistent framework, commencing with an introduction to the Korean policy and its historical context. Subsequently, the book examines the relevant economic issues and equips readers with the necessary economic tools to analyze the subject matter. Additionally, the book examines significant cases that hold legal precedence, carry economic significance, and possess international relevance.