The Svatomartin Conference took place on November 5-6, 2025, at the headquarters of the Czech Competition Authority, marking its 18th edition. The event commenced with a speech by the Authority's chairman, Petr Mlsna, who highlighted challenges in the EU economy and called for the removal of excessive regulations that hinder business.

Mlsna emphasized the need for competition law to adapt to economic developments, announcing a draft amendment to the Competition Act that includes new tools for addressing non-functional competition in markets. This amendment aims to empower the Authority to penalize managers for anti-competitive behavior and review mergers that currently do not require approval.

The conference also featured a sector inquiry into mobile telecommunications, focusing on pricing policies and retention offers, showcasing collaboration between the Authority and the sector regulator. Mlsna announced the Authority's successful bid to host an international workshop on unilateral conduct in April 2026.

During the conference, various panels discussed updates from national competition authorities and the European Commission, including the planned amendment to the competition law and the establishment of a whistleblowing tool. The Authority reviewed 200 submissions and initiated five administrative proceedings, resulting in significant fines for anti-competitive practices.

Speakers from other countries, including Slovakia and Portugal, shared insights on merger notification criteria and the enforcement of unfair trading practices. The conference concluded with discussions on the evolving concept of ecosystems in competition law, particularly in digital markets, and the challenges they present for regulatory frameworks.