Consultation response: Digital Markets Act
Position Paper
6 May 2021
Competition, Digital

 

Forming part of a comprehensive effort to transform society and govern in a digital age, the proposed Digital Markets Act (DMA) is intended to ensure digital markets remain fair and open by proposing new rules over online platforms now commonly being referred to as ‘gatekeepers’. As the EU considers how best to design the DMA, it is vital that any such new tool is clear in terms of its scope, including the companies to which it may apply; the obligations they may be subject to; and interaction with existing legislation at both EU and Member State level. Ultimately, it should be an effective and proportionate tool that supports the potential of the EU’s Internal Market.

The American Chamber of Commerce to the EU (AmCham EU) set out six areas where we seek further clarity from the European Commission in its proposed regulation.

We invite you to read our response in full.

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