Orientation in antimonopoly requirements is of high value for conducting a successful business in Belarus and preventing unfair competition. Otherwise, fines from the state and obstacles to achieving high business goals are possible. We tell you what you need to know about the antimonopoly authority in the Republic of Belarus and its requirements, what disputes may arise with the participation of the antimonopoly authority and competitors and how we can help in resolving such disputes.

Antimonopoly authority in the Republic of Belarus

The antimonopoly authority in the Republic of Belarus is the Ministry of Antimonopoly Regulation and Trade (MART). Complaints of companies and individuals related to violations of antimonopoly legislation and unfair competition are considered by MART.

In certain cases, it is necessary to coordinate with MART issues in the field of reorganization and creation of companies, creation of holdings, obtaining the right to manage the company. This is the so-called «antimonopoly control». Consent should be obtained when the listed business processes may affect the state of competition. For example, such cases include a situation when the book value of the assets of the acquirer or the business entity in respect of which the rights are acquired is more than 200,000 basic units.

When a client plans to reorganize or create a company, purchase shares of another company, we recommend you to contact our lawyer, who will study the accounting documents, the structure of the company’s management bodies and assess the need to obtain the consent of the client. When such consent needs to be obtained, our lawyer will prepare the necessary documents and, under a power of attorney, ensure their transfer to MART to obtain consent.

A number of prohibitions on unfair competition have been established in Belarus. Unfair competition is considered the actions of companies that cause losses to competitors or harm their business reputation. Competitors are business entities that buy and sell goods on the same commodity market. Prohibited:

• Discredit competitors. Discrediting is the dissemination of false, inaccurate information.


• To mislead customers and competitors.


• It is incorrect to compare the company’s products and the company itself with a competitor, his product, etc.

A company or a person who has suffered from unfair competition may claim damages in court.

A special commission is working in MART, which establishes the facts of unfair competition or its absence on complaints and on the results of inspections and makes decisions on disputes in the field of antimonopoly legislation. Such a decision can be appealed in court. Without an experienced lawyer, it is difficult to understand the specifics of the dispute. Therefore, according to the client’s power of attorney, our lawyer can prepare documents for consideration by the commission, represent the client’s interests when considering a dispute in court.

Antitrust authorities closely monitor disputes between competing businesses. Cases often involve two main issues: unlawful actions (or failures by state bodies) that restrict or block fair competition, and improper tactics by competitors that harm another company’s assets or reputation.

In these situations, having a skilled attorney is crucial. A lawyer experienced with MART can draft and file complaints effectively, increasing the chance of swift, favorable outcomes for the injured party.

Legal support is equally vital if your own company comes under scrutiny. Accusations of unfair competition can lead to hefty fines — upwards of 400 base units. An attorney helps navigate investigations, protect your rights, and reduce exposure to serious penalties.