state monopoly

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A monopoly controlled or owned by the national government.

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  • The government established a state monopoly on tobacco sales.
  • Many countries have privatized former state monopolies in utility sectors.
  • The telecommunications industry was once a state monopoly in this region.
  • Critics argue that a state monopoly often leads to inefficiency and lack of innovation.
  • Breaking up the state monopoly was a key reform measure.
  • The old system maintained a strict state monopoly over broadcasting.
  • Some essential services are still operated under a state monopoly.
  • The company's main challenge is competing with the existing state monopoly.
  • The proposal aims to dismantle the state monopoly in the energy sector.
  • Historically, postal services were often a state monopoly.