New Delhi, Oct 25 (PTI) Competition Commission of India (CCI) on Wednesday said it has become a member of the steering group of the International Competition Network (ICN).

The ICN comprises 140 competition agencies from 130 countries.

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"CCI joins the prestigious Steering group of International Competition Network (ICN) as a member at the ICN Annual Conference 2023 at Barcelona, Spain after consistent efforts.

"ICN consists of 140 competition agencies and is guided by its apex body -- Steering Group of 18 members," according to a post by CCI on social media platform X.

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An official said this is the first time that the CCI has become a member of the ICN's steering group and the membership is for two years.

The ICN provides competition authorities with a specialised yet informal venue for maintaining regular contacts and addressing practical competition concerns, according to its website.

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