Competition
Cartels, dominant market position, mergers and acquisitions, and competition oversight
- 2. Abuse of a dominant market position
A company is allowed to hold a dominant market position. However, it may not abuse that position. Learn to recognize the most common forms of abuse.
- 3. Concentration: Mergers, Acquisitions, and Joint Ventures
Do you intend to merge with another company or acquire a business? In certain cases, you are required to notify the AFTA in advance, depending on the combined turnover of the undertakings involved and their market share in Aruba.
- 4. Supervision of competition and market functioning
AFTA supervises compliance with the Competition Ordinance, investigates signals, and conducts market studies. It operates in accordance with a prioritization policy. AFTA focusses on cases with the greatest impact, risk, and social importance.
- For consumers
The AFTA provides consumers with information through a dedicated website: Consuloket.aw
- Publications
Here you will find an overview of decisions, opinions, consultations, correspondence, and investigations.
- Overview of laws and regulations
Here you will find an overview of the most important laws, rules, and legal documents.
