Introduction Dawn raids by the Turkish Competition Authority are among the most powerful and disruptive tools used in Turkish competition law enforcement. A dawn raid, legally referred to as an on-site inspection, allows case handlers of the Turkish Competition Authority to visit company premises, inspect documents, review digital data, request explanations, copy records and collect […]
Introduction Competition compliance programs in Turkey have become essential for companies that want to reduce antitrust risks, protect commercial reputation and avoid costly investigations by the Turkish Competition Authority. In a market where companies regularly deal with distributors, dealers, competitors, suppliers, customers, online platforms, public tenders and trade associations, competition law compliance must be treated […]
Introduction Resale price maintenance in Turkey is one of the most sensitive issues under Turkish Competition Law. It directly concerns the relationship between suppliers and distributors, manufacturers and dealers, franchisors and franchisees, wholesalers and retailers, and online platforms and sellers. In commercial practice, suppliers often want to protect brand image, prevent aggressive discounting, preserve dealer […]
Introduction Vertical agreements are among the most common commercial arrangements in Turkey. Manufacturers, suppliers, wholesalers, distributors, dealers, franchisees, retailers, online sellers and platform operators frequently enter into contracts that regulate the purchase, sale or resale of goods and services. These agreements are essential for organizing distribution networks, protecting brand value, ensuring supply efficiency, developing after-sales […]
Introduction Abuse of dominant position is one of the most important areas of Turkish Competition Law. It concerns the conduct of undertakings that possess significant market power and use that power in a way that harms the competitive process. In Turkey, dominance itself is not unlawful. A company may lawfully become dominant through innovation, investment, […]
Introduction Cartel investigations in Turkey are among the most serious enforcement areas of Turkish Competition Law. Companies operating in Turkey, foreign investors, distributors, suppliers, bidders, trade association members and digital platforms must understand that cartel conduct can lead to severe administrative fines, reputational damage, private damages claims, invalidity of agreements and long-term regulatory scrutiny. The […]
Introduction Merger control in Turkey is a critical legal issue for domestic and foreign investors involved in mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, asset transfers and strategic investments. A transaction that appears to be purely commercial may require prior approval from the Turkish Competition Board if it results in a permanent change of control and exceeds the […]
Introduction Turkey is an attractive market for foreign investors because of its strategic location, young population, manufacturing capacity, digital growth, logistics advantages and access to regional markets. However, foreign companies entering Turkey must understand that market entry, acquisitions, distribution agreements, pricing policies, online sales strategies and cooperation with local partners may all fall within the […]
Introduction Turkish Cyber Crimes Law is a rapidly developing area of criminal law, data protection law, internet regulation and corporate compliance. As digital systems become central to banking, e-commerce, public services, healthcare, logistics, communications and social media, cybercrime cases in Turkey are no longer limited to simple hacking allegations. They now involve phishing, ransomware, business […]
Introduction Turkish Competition Law is one of the most important regulatory areas for companies doing business in Turkey. Whether a company is entering the Turkish market, acquiring a local business, operating an online platform, distributing products through dealers, participating in tenders, setting resale prices, or negotiating exclusivity clauses, competition law risks must be assessed carefully. […]