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Uniform meat prices raise concerns over competition in Thimphu

Oct 18, 2025 3 mins read
Uniform meat prices raise concerns over competition in Thimphu

Market competition ensures fair prices, better quality, and efficient markets. Yet, investigations by the Competition and Consumer Affairs Authority (CCAA) have found systematic price coordination among members of the Bhutan Meat Vendors Association (BMVA), resulting in uniform meat prices across vendors in Thimphu.

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