( July 17, 2026, 07:25 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex summary: The Japan Fair Trade Commission announced Friday that it is seeking public comment on proposed revisions to its merger-review guidelines, which would update Japan's merger-review framework to reflect advances in digital technology, climate change, market contraction linked to population decline and the growing importance of supply-chain resilience, environmental performance, increased investment and innovation. The draft also reflects accumulated merger-review cases and developments in the US, EU and UK, and would clarify that long-term market conditions may be considered when assessing import pressure and merger efficiencies. The public consultation runs through Aug. 31.The statements are attached (in Japanese)....
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