International Trustbusting Exchanging Information With Foreign Antitrust Authorities (Classic Reprint)

Global cooperation in antitrust enforcement can sharpen justice for consumers. This book examines a U.S. Senate hearing on the International Antitrust Enforcement Assistance Act, showing why sharing evidence across borders matters and how safeguards protect sensitive business information.Grounded in real-world policy debates, the text outlines how U.S. agencies can exchange information with foreign antitrust authorities. It compares the proposed law to securities-law cooperation and to existing mutual legal assistance tools, then discusses protections like confidentiality requirements and reciprocity. Readers will see how bipartisan support and expert testimony frame a workable approach to cross-border investigations while safeguarding national interests.The excerpt highlights key questions, such as: when is foreign cooperation appropriate? how are safeguards enforced? and what lessons come from past partnerships with Canada, the EC, and other allies? It also explains why delays and legal hurdles exist, and how executive agreements shape practical cooperation. How the proposed act would enable two-way information sharing between U.S. agencies and foreign authorities The safeguards that govern cross-border exchanges to protect confidentiality and national interests How existing securities-law cooperation and MLATs influence antitrust enforcement Real-world examples and considerations from hearings, witnesses, and committee membersIdeal for readers of government policy, law, and regulatory affairs who want a concise view of international antitrust cooperation. Read more