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India: BIS Issues Guidelines for Amendment to IS 16270:2023 on Solar Battery Standards

Home / On August 11, 2025, the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) published implementation guidelines for Amendment No. 1 to IS 16270:2023 India’s standard covering general requirements and test methods for secondary cells and batteries used in solar photovoltaic applications. This amendment must be implemented by December 8, 2025. Expanded Scope and Technical Updates The…

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Belarus: Ministry Issues Guidance on Radio Spectrum Use and Device Registration

Home / The Ministry of Communications and Informatization of the Republic of Belarus has issued an official clarification of the national regulatory framework governing the use of the radio-frequency spectrum (RFS). The statement outlines the roles of state bodies involved in spectrum management and emphasizes the importance of compliance with existing procedures. This update aims…

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Brazil: Anatel Approves New RTAC Regulation to Streamline Conduct Adjustment Agreements

Home / On August 7, 2025, Brazil’s National Telecommunications Agency (Anatel) approved a major update to the regulation governing Terms of Commitment for Conduct Adjustment (RTAC). This revision represents a significant shift in Anatel’s enforcement framework, emphasizing efficiency, transparency, and the reduction of legal disputes. A Shift Toward Consensual Regulatory Enforcement The updated RTAC regulation…

Brazil’s Regulatory Landscape for Product Certifications Explained

Brazil’s Regulatory Landscape for Product Certifications Explained

Brazil is one of Latin America’s largest and most regulated markets for telecommunication and electronic devices. Manufacturers seeking entry must comply with strict technical, safety, and quality standards set by government regulatory bodies. The main certification authority for telecommunication devices in Brazil is ANATEL (National Telecommunications Agency). ANATEL certification is mandatory for telecommunications and wireless…