

Classification of Russian “Soft Law” Sources in Antimonopoly Regulation
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Abstract
The article examines the practical application of Russian “soft law” sources in the field of antimonopoly regulation and classifies them based on the types of subjects adopting these acts and the scope of persons to whom such acts apply. Based on the conducted analysis, the author proposes a classification of the reviewed “soft law” sources and concludes that when developing a “soft law” act, the key task is to formulate such a version of the act that will create an interest in its application for the economic entity, since the opposite may nullify the purpose of developing and adopting these acts.
About the Author
Mikhail S. GulenkovRussian Federation
Stremyanny per., 36, Moscow, 115054
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Review
For citations:
Gulenkov M.S. Classification of Russian “Soft Law” Sources in Antimonopoly Regulation. Russian competition law and economy. 2025;(3):24-37. (In Russ.) EDN: FFLTCD