Article 17. Development of competition in the field of telecommunications

Operators, providers, individuals and legal entities carrying out investment activities in the field of telecommunications, as well as manufacturers and suppliers of equipment, shall gain the opportunity to participate equally in the organization and development of telecommunications infrastructure and the services market.

The competent state body and the regulatory body, together with the competent state body in the field of competition, shall promote the development of competition in the field of telecommunications and take measures established by legislation to eliminate facts of unfair competition and restriction of competition, as well as to protect consumer rights.

Operators and providers shall be liable in the manner established by legislation for unfair competition, discrimination against the interests of users, and for any other action (inaction) that prevents or restricts competition.

Officials of the relevant state bodies shall be liable in the manner established by legislation for unjustified interference in market relations and for any other action (inaction) that prevents or restricts competition.