Home / Japan’s Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI), in partnership with the Information-technology Promotion Agency (IPA), has officially launched the JC-STAR labeling scheme—short for Japan Cyber-Security Technical Assessment Requirements. The program is designed to improve transparency in the cybersecurity posture of IoT products, helping consumers, businesses, and government agencies select secure devices with…

Home / On April 2, 2025, Taiwan’s National Communications Commission (NCC) released updated lists of recognized testing laboratories for telecommunications equipment approved to perform compliance testing under Taiwan’s technical regulations. The updates provides two documents, one that lists foreign labs and one that lists domestic labs.   Foreign Recognized Testing Labs – EMC Specification Changes For…

Home / MobiFone has officially launched its 5G mobile network, becoming the third telecom provider in Vietnam to commercialize 5G services. With speeds reaching up to 1.5 Gbps—up to 15 times faster than 4G—the new network is set to significantly enhance connectivity and support Vietnam’s broader digital transformation goals.  Initially available in key urban centers,…

Home / Costa Rica’s Superintendency of Telecommunications (SUTEL) has announced that its offices will be closed from April 11 through April 18, 2025, and will reopen on Monday, April 21, during normal business hours (8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.).  The closure includes multiple national observances. On April 11, the institution will be closed in recognition…

Home / On April 1, 2025, President Alexander Lukashenko signed Decree No. 139 to launch an investment project focused on building a new telecommunications network based on IMT-2020 (5G) technology. The initiative will expand Belarus’s digital infrastructure by establishing a unified cellular network under a single infrastructure operator model.  This model, already used successfully for…

Home / On April 1, 2025, Thailand’s National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) held its second public hearing to gather further input on its draft announcement outlining the criteria and methods for allocating spectrum across key mobile frequency bands. The proposed announcement outlines licensing plans for the 850 MHz, 1500 MHz, 1800 MHz, 2100 MHz, 2300…

Home / On April 2, 2025, the Public Services Regulatory Commission of Armenia approved the issuance of new radio frequency usage permits to Viva Armenia CJSC. The permits cover the 2300–2350 MHz and 2350–2400 MHz bands and were awarded following a competitive tender process aimed at advancing the rollout of public mobile 5G networks across…

Home / China’s National Certification and Accreditation Administration (CNCA) has issued an official notice detailing the updated implementation requirements for fire emergency lighting and evacuation indication products. The move comes in preparation for the enforcement of the revised national standard GB 17945-2024, which will take effect on May 1, 2025.   Changes to Certification Scope…

Home / On March 13, 2025, Albania’s Electronic Communications Agency adopted new rules regarding the use of radio frequencies that can be used without a radio frequency use permit. This update aligns the country’s regulations with the standards set by the European Conference of Postal and Telecommunications (CEPT) and other international agreements accepted by the…

Home / The National Certification and Accreditation Administration (CNCA) of China has issued an announcement on March 17, 2025 aimed at reinforcing the management and formulation of certification rules across various sectors. This new regulation, which ensures that certification bodies align their practices with national laws and standards, is designed to foster a more standardized,…

Home / India’s 5G rollout is progressing rapidly, with key government initiatives supporting the expansion and availability of services across the country. The Ministry of Communications has introduced several reforms and measures to support the deployment of 5G mobile services, aiming to boost connectivity and infrastructure.  Key Initiatives to Support 5G Rollout The Indian government…

Home / Vietnam’s Ministry of Science and Technology has issued a new circular to establish national technical regulations for electric vehicle (EV) charging stations. This regulation sets the safety and technical standards for EV charging posts, covering a wide range of requirements related to the operation, manufacturing, and compliance of charging infrastructure.  Overview of the…