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Japan to step up competition policy to drive innovation

( January 28, 2026, 05:52 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: Japan’s antitrust authority has set out plans to step up competition enforcement to promote innovation. The Japan Fair Trade Commission said it will use its policies to boost productivity at Japanese companies and support sustainable economic growth. The agency said it will continue strict enforcement against abusive conduct in supply chains, while emphasizing dialogue in the enforcement of digital regulations and merger reviews. It will also rigorously enforce the Antimonopoly Act and other laws under its authority. The statements, in Japanese and English, are attached....

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