2024 Antitrust China Annual Review
China’s Evolving Antitrust Landscape: Key Trends from 2024 & What to Expect in 2025
As we move into 2025, China’s antitrust enforcement continues to evolve, reshaping compliance expectations for businesses navigating one of the world’s most complex regulatory landscapes.
Our 2024 China Antitrust Annual Report offers an in-depth analysis of last year’s key developments and provides insights into what lies ahead. Here are some of the major themes shaping the future of antitrust regulation in China:
Stronger Enforcement-Judiciary Collaboration – New regulations and judicial interpretations aim to bridge gaps between enforcement actions and litigation.
From Penalization to Prevention – A growing emphasis by the Chinese antitrust regulators on proactive compliance measures rather than relying solely on penalties.
Scrutiny on Areas Affecting Public Welfare – Heightened focus on industries critical to public welfare, including healthcare, automotive, and utilities.
Merger Control Reforms – Increased notification thresholds and streamlined review procedures for simple cases to enhance regulatory efficiency, allowing resources to be dedicated to complex cases.
Antitrust & Geopolitics – Intensified scrutiny on semiconductors and foreign subsidies amid escalating global competition.
Digital Economy Oversight – Stricter regulations on unfair competition, platform governance, and consumer protection.
With rising investigation/litigation risks, shifting regulatory priorities, and an increasing emphasis on fair competition, businesses must stay ahead of these changes to manage compliance effectively.
