Practical Guide to International Enforcement Cooperation in Mergers

This Practical Guide elaborates on recommended practices and principles of merger review cooperation contained in ICN work products, particularly the Merger Notification and Review Procedures Recommended Practice on Interagency Coordination. The Guide is intended to serve as: (i) a voluntary and flexible framework for interagency cooperation in merger investigations; (ii) practical guidance for agencies seeking to engage in such cooperation; and (iii) practical guidance for merging parties and third parties seeking to facilitate cooperation.