Singapore, October 27, 2025 — The Competition and Consumer Commission of Singapore (CCS) has launched a public consultation on proposed amendments to its competition guidelines, including updates to its merger procedures and the introduction of a new settlement framework to replace its current fast-track process.
Streamlined Merger Review Track
CCS said the proposed changes to the Merger Procedure Guidelines would create a streamlined assessment track for deals that are unlikely to raise competition concerns. The reforms are aimed at shortening review timelines, reducing information requirements, and providing earlier clarity on whether a merger is likely to be cleared.
According to CCS, the streamlined process would improve the efficiency of Singapore’s merger control regime while preserving the robustness of its analysis.
New Settlement Framework
The proposed Settlement Procedure Guidelines will replace CCS’s existing fast-track process and set out clearer rules for settling investigations under Sections 34 and 47 of the Act. The new procedure would raise the maximum settlement discount for parties that conclude cases through settlement, simplify the initiation process, and clarify the implications of appealing a settled decision.
The reforms aim to encourage settlements by reducing operational uncertainty and administrative costs, allowing the authority to allocate resources more efficiently, the authority said.
The consultation documents are available on the CCS website, with submissions open until November 17, 2025.
