Competition Authority Unveils Plan for Fairer Pricing in Bulgaria's Food Sector

The Commission for Protection of Competition (CPC) has put forward a set of 19 measures and legislative proposals aimed at improving the functioning of Bulgaria’s food market. The package is directed at both the executive and legislative branches and focuses on increasing transparency in pricing, strengthening oversight of the supply chain, protecting local producers and consumers, and reducing unfair trading practices. According to the regulator, the proposals are grouped into five main areas, covering sector governance and control, support for domestic production and supply chains, targeted assistance for the dairy and fruit and vegetable sectors, measures against unfair trade practices, and steps aimed at improving overall food security. ...