But in fact academic studies have shown that this is wrong-footed and that in the long run by not having a level playing field, by not building systems, by not creating competitive markets you are actually undermining development and you are undermining economic growth and you are taking away the trust of potential investors."

VOA: standard.2009.11.17

It is clear that one way or another they are going to level this playing field.

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Though we have factored in greater competition in our Apple forecast, aggressive promotional activities might alter this playing field somewhat.

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And any move away from this levelled playing field can be perceived as a defection.

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