The importance of coherence between competition policies and government policies
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2011
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This background paper examines the interface between competition policies and other government policies. Coordination between various government policies is an important element to the realization of policy goals set by various governments in pursuit of improving the overall welfare of their people. When government policies are not harmonized, in terms of coverage and implementation coordination, the likelihood of achieving the desired results is hampered and the policies may be ineffective. This paper attempts to define what policy coherence is and is not, and explores the need for coordination between competition policy and other government policies. It points out the potential benefits of coherence, as well as strategies for achieving coherence. Finally, it identifies policy issues and areas for further research.