Hong Kong judge warns of challenges in proposed dual-track antitrust regime
By Yonnex Li ( November 13, 2026, 05:28 GMT | Insight) -- Justice Kevin Zervos of Hong Kong's Court of Appeal warned that implementing proposed criminal penalties for cartel activity will require early decisions on whether to pursue criminal or civil enforcement to avoid evidentiary complications. Speaking at an antitrust conference, he advocated for clear separation between investigatory and prosecutorial functions.Hong Kong will face challenges implementing proposed criminal sanctions under a dual-track competition enforcement system, a senior judge warned, citing potential pitfalls from deciding too late whether to pursue criminal or civil cases....
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