NEWSLETTER-2020-metin

159 COMPETITION LAW Within the stage of “market test,” the Commission is obliged to publish a concise summary of the case and the main content of the commitment proposal, and to give third parties a chance to submit their observations before it can adopt a decision pursuant to Article 9 of Regulation numbered 1/2003. The market test is sent to the com- plainant, as well, if the investigation starts upon a complaint. The deci- sion pursuant to Article 9 of Regulation numbered 1/2003 is taken, if the commitments are found to be appropriate, and its’ bindingness is documented. Conclusion It is opined that the commitment mechanism entered into force will have positive consequences for both the Competition Authority and the undertakings. As noted, above, the commitment procedure will be beneficial for many reasons, such as the savings of time and costs that occur due to the detailed investigation processes, the shortening of the investigation time, and the absence of finding an infringement. As a matter of fact, the Announcement signals that it will be welcomed with sympathy by the undertakings, as it shows that the commitment mechanism was implemented quite soon after its enforcement.