In September 2013, Microsoft announced the acquisition of Nokia for � 5.4 billion.  Transactions of this kind must necessarily be consistent with the competition authorities of different countries.  Most companies have the necessary permits, but the effects of the absorption of the software giant's mobile division Nokia interested in Asian regulators.
According to recent press release Nokia, Ministry of Commerce of the People's Republic of China approved the deal. Â Thus, Nokia and Microsoft are one step closer to the completion of all procedures - close the deal is still scheduled for this month.
Recall that the attention of Asian  authorities is due to fears about a possible tightening of licensing Nokia patents to other companies. Â