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Enter 08Sep Brazil: Clarifies 6 GHz Renewal and Testing Rules 04Sep Singapore: New eSIM Compliance Framework Released 02Sep Mexico: Energy Efficiency and Safety Requirements for Commercial Refrigeration Equipment 02Sep Australia: ACCC Issues Updated Mandatory Reporting Guidelines for Product Safety 01Sep Brazil: CONAMA Resolution 516 Restricts Hazardous Substances in Electronics 31Aug China: CNCA Introduces Green Product Certification Rules for Appliance Products 31Aug Argentina: ENACOM Postpones RAMATEL Telecom Homologation Rollout to Dec 1, 2026 26Aug Montenegro: Agency Extends MTEL’s 700 MHz and 3.6 GHz Spectrum Rights to 2043 25Aug Rwanda: MINICT Confirms 3G Network Switch-Off by June 2027 22Aug Nepal: NTA Publishes Mobile Broadband Enhancement Plan for 5G Rollout 20Aug Brazil: ANATEL Reduces 6 GHz Band Availability for Wi-Fi Devices 12Aug South Africa: ICASA Publishes Updated National Radio Frequency Plan 2026 12Aug Philippines: NTC Revises Operating Parameters for Short Range Devices 10Aug China: Issues Mandatory Safety Standard for Automated Driving 09Aug Malaysia: Opens Certification for 3600-3650 MHz IMT Devices 07Aug Saudi Arabia: Replaces ICT Standard with SASO 3114:2026 28Jul Bahrain: TRA Clarifies License-Exempt Spectrum Rules 28Jul Singapore: Updates Security Rules for Home Gateways 27Jul Nigeria: Opens Lower 6GHz Band for Wi-Fi 6 21Jul Brazil: Inmetro Expands Mandatory Certification for LED Lamps and Luminaires 16Jul Japan: Expands Inmarsat-D Radio Equipment Speed Options 13Jul Chile: Expands Satellite Bands to Boost Competition 08Jul China: Issues New CNCA MMS and IPMS Certification Rules 08Jul Bangladesh: Mandates BTRC Licensing for Wireless Devices 06Jul Taiwan: Key Points for Type Approval of Electrical and Electronic Products 23Jun Brazil: Anatel Approves Telecom Sustainability Seal 20Jun India Exempts 77-81 GHz Automotive Radar From Licensing 20Jun Saudi Arabia: SASO Mandates New Product Label Rule 17Jun Tunisia: CERT Deploys Multi-Technology Wireless Test Infrastructure for Device Certification 17Jun Bahrain: TRA Releases 2025 Compliance Priorities Program Scorecard 17Jun Mauritius: ICTA Confirms 3G Network Phase-Out by 2028 17Jun India: BIS Revises Standard Mark License Validity Rules 08Jun Chile: Mandates USB Type-C for Mobile Device Chargers 08Jun China: MIIT Issues Updated RoHS Catalogue Expanding Restricted Substances and Product Scope 06Jun South Africa: ICASA Establishes Dynamic Spectrum Access Framework for the Innovation Spectrum 06Jun China: CNCA Expands CCC Certification Scope for Mobile Power Banks and Lithium-Ion Batteries 06Jun Azerbaijan: Establishes National Cybersecurity Agency 04Jun Cuba: New Regulations for Telecommunications Equipment Imports 01Jun Russia & Belarus: Sign Digital Standardization Agreement 29May Indonesia: Updates SAR Limits for Mobile Devices & Tablets 28May Brazil: Updates Mobile Network Signal Booster Certification Requirements 28May Middle East: Possible Regulatory Delays due to Holiday 18May Indonesia: Updates Radio Frequency Spectrum Allocation Table 06May Nigeria: Publishes Spectrum Roadmap for 2026–2030 06May China: Standardizes Testing Lab Accreditation 06May Singapore: Proposes Global GenAI Testing Standard 22Apr Vietnam: Mutual Recognition of Conformity Results Regulated 21Apr Vietnam: New Conformity Declaration Framework Issued 21Apr Eswatini: 2026 Fixed Terrestrial Services Band Plan Published 21Apr Eswatini: Type Approval Enforced at Ports of Entry 21Apr Hong Kong: Table of Frequency Allocations Updated 08Apr Singapore: MEPS and MELS Requirements Grace Period Ends 08Apr India: BIS Updates Standards for LED Luminaires 08Apr Hong Kong: OFCA Specs for 865-868 & 920-925 MHz Updated 08Apr Kenya: New Mobile Cellular Device Specs Issued 03Apr Singapore: MoC with Japan for Mutual Recognition of IoT Cybersecurity Schemes Signed 03Apr India: Security Certification Exemption for IP Routers and Wi-Fi CPEs Extended 03Apr India: Scope of CSR Testing Expanded 03Apr Mongolia: Updated Telecommunications Equipment Certification Procedures 26Mar India: Allows Software Changes During Security Testing 26Mar India: Mandates Device Hardening Rules 26Mar Tunisia: Issues Technical Specifications for Maritime Mobile Networks 18Mar Middle East: Possible Delays Due to Ongoing Conflict 18Mar China: Introduces Traceability QR Codes for CCC Marks 18Mar Singapore: Elevates Cybersecurity Requirements for Routers 16Mar India: Mandates Verification for Lithium Cell Rated Capacity 15Mar Vietnam: Implements Regulatory Framework for AI 11Mar Algeria: Certificate Validity & Type Approval Framework Updated 02Mar Honduras: Type Approval Temporarily Suspended 02Mar Argentina: Important Updates to Telecom Homologation Framework 27Feb Singapore: IMDA Updates Cellular Terminal Rules 27Feb Japan: Amendment to Radio Act Enforcement Ordinance 26Feb India: License Exemption for 6 GHz RLAN 25Feb Qatar: Updated National Frequency Allocation Plan 19Feb Venezuela: CONATEL Updates Certificate Validity from Indefinite to One Year 16Feb Ghana: NCA Consults on Terminal Equipment Rules 16Feb Australia: Mandatory Cyber Rules for Smart Devices 16Feb India: New MTCTE Essential Requirements for IP Security Equipment 16Feb Trinidad and Tobago: Updated Frequency Allocation Table 15Feb Venezuela: Conatel Warns on Telecom Certification Non Compliance Penalties 11Feb Bolivia: Updated Telecom Equipment Homologation List Released 03Feb India: New ITSAR Released for Open RAN 5G Components 01Feb India: Security Framework for O-RAN 5G RIC Finalized 26Jan Ghana: Public Consultation on License-Exempt Wi-Fi Use in L6GHz Band 24Jan India: NCCS Mandates Test Report Sharing by Security Labs 24Jan Moldova: ARCOM Becomes the New Regulatory Authority for Communications 22Jan Yemen: Dual Regulatory Regimes Require Area-Specific Certification 21Jan Lebanon: Transition to New Regulatory Authority 19Jan Nicaragua: TELCOR Enacts New Homologation Regulations for Telecom Equipment 09Jan Indonesia: New Technical Standards for LTE and IMT-2020 Devices 09Jan India: NFAP 2025 Sets Roadmap for Spectrum Allocation 09Jan Cape Verde: ARME Opens Public Consultation on Updated Frequency Allocation Framework 09Jan Brazil: Public Consultation Opens on New Data Center Compliance Rules 09Jan China: CCC Certification Required for 16 New Product Types by 2027 09Jan India: ONT Security Requirements Now Apply to ONU Devices 26Dec China: New Regulatory Exemptions for Lithium Thionyl Chloride Battery Trade 26Dec Cayman Islands: Updated Licensing Requirements for ICT Networks and Services 22Dec Brazil: Anatel Updates Rules for Aeronautical and Satellite Spectrum Use 17Dec Brazil: ANATEL Opens Public Consultation to Revise Homologation Seal Security 17Dec Iraq: New Regulations Issued for 446 MHz PMR Frequency Band 17Dec Singapore: CPSO Suspends Non-Compliant Controlled Goods 17Dec Chile: Public Consultation Launched for Third 5G Auction in 3.5 GHz Band 17Dec Brazil: Contributions to New ITU-T Recommendation on RF-EMF Exposure 09Dec Hong Kong: New 5G NR Equipment Specification Released 09Dec New Zealand: Consultation on 2300/2600 MHz Spectrum 09Dec Hong Kong: Updated Technical Requirements for 6 GHz WLAN Devices 09Dec China: New Standards for Hazardous Substance Compliance 02Dec Holiday Closures 24Nov Egypt: New Standard for Electrical Appliance Safety Now in Effect 24Nov China: Certification Revocations Follow Market Supervision Spot Checks 24Nov Argentina: New Satellite Spectrum Allocation in 17.3–17.7 GHz Band 22Nov Mexico’s Regulatory Transition from IFETEL to CRT Explained 20Nov Thailand: NBTC Calls for Registration of Wireless Network Video Recorders 20Nov Mexico: Draft Standard for LED Tubular Lamp Efficiency 12Nov China: CCC Certification for Electric Bicycles Undergoes Strict Transition 12Nov Australia: ACMA Considers AFC for 6 GHz Wi-Fi 12Nov China: New Standards Issued for Domestically Produced Testing Instruments 06Nov Mexico: Mutual Recognition Agreement for Telecom Equipment Updated 03Nov India: New Disposal Guidelines Issued for Wireless Equipment 03Nov Moldova: Competitive Licensing Framework Set for Major Radio Frequency Bands 03Nov Brazil: Anatel Begins Transition of Satellite Services to SMP Authorization 28Oct Belarus: Major Amendments to National Conformity Attestation Rules 28Oct Mauritania: New Rules Issued for Low-Power and Short-Range Devices 28Oct Mexico: CRT Establishes Guidelines for Public Consultations on Telecom Regulations 28Oct Iraq: New SRD and UWB Regulation Issued to Align with International Standards 28Oct Mexico: IFETEL Officially Replaced with CRT, Operations Begin 20Oct Turkey: 5G Authorization Tender Establishes National Digital Milestone 20Oct Brazil: Anatel Issues New Rules for Radar and Wireless Devices 20Oct Vietnam: Draft EMC Rule for Mobile Terminals 15Oct Zambia: Draft Guidelines Issued for E-Band Spectrum Licensing 13Oct Brazil: Sector Agencies Key Role in AI Regulation 13Oct Australia: ACMA Finalizes New Class Licence for Low Interference Devices 09Oct Nigeria: Draft Guidelines for Lower 6 GHz Band Use 09Oct Mozambique: Telecom Regulation Revisions Open for Consultation 09Oct Brazil: ANATEL Proposes Update to Aeronautical Mobile Service Rules 09Oct Pakistan: PTA Authorizes Use of 6 GHz Band for Wi-Fi 7 Deployment 01Oct Bermuda: Updated Type Approval Compliance for RF Devices and Importers 01Oct Egypt: 3G Device Approvals to Be Suspended Starting October 2025 23Sep Kuwait: CITRA Launches National Spectrum Monitoring and Analysis System 23Sep Brazil: Cybersecurity Audit Now Mandatory for Telecom Equipment 17Sep Philippines: 3G Networks to Shut Down Nationwide by 2026 16Sep Ukraine: Opens Wi-Fi 6E and Boosts 5G Development 09Sep Uzbekistan: New Technical Regulation on RoHS 08Sep New Zealand: Updated Radio Standards Released 08Sep Malaysia: IMT Bands N79, B31 & B39 Now Eligible for Certification 08Sep India: New BIS Safety Standard for UPS Equipment 08Sep Argentina: Private 5G Networks Approved for Industrial Use 08Sep Malaysia: Revised Technical Code for Land Mobile Radio Certification 08Sep Serbia: Amendments to the Radio Frequency Band Allocation Plan 08Sep Malaysia: New Guidelines Released for Use of TV White Space Spectrum 03Sep Brazil: Anatel Opens Consultations on Roaming, AI, Cybersecurity 02Sep India: 3GPP RAN Meetings Mark Milestone for 6G Standardization 02Sep China: Mandatory National Standard for Hazardous Substances in Electronics Finalized 02Sep Brazil: Proposal Introduces Restrictions on Hazardous Substances in Electronics 02Sep Singapore: New Standard Mandates Energy Efficiency for Data Centre IT Equipment 25Aug Brazil: ANATEL Ends Certification for FDD Equipment in 1880–1920 MHz Band 20Aug India: BIS Issues Guidelines for Amendment to IS 16270:2023 on Solar Battery Standards 20Aug Belarus: Ministry Issues Guidance on Radio Spectrum Use and Device Registration 20Aug Brazil: Anatel Approves New RTAC Regulation to Streamline Conduct Adjustment Agreements 12Aug Brazil: Anatel Launches Public Consultation on AI and Cybersecurity Rules 12Aug Bangladesh: IPv6 Requirement for ISM Band Wi-Fi Routers 12Aug Brazil: Anatel Updates Product Certification Rules 12Aug China: New CCC Implementation Rules for Mobile Power Supplies, Lithium-Ion Batteries, and Battery Packs 05Aug India: Security Certification Pathways for EoS/EoL and Specialized Devices Updated 05Aug Indonesia: Draft Technical Standards Proposed for Land Mobile Radio Devices 05Aug Brazil: ANATEL Opens Public Consultation on New Certification Rules for SMP Signal Booster 28Jul China: New Measures Enforced to Strengthen Electric Bicycle Standards 28Jul Brazil: ANATEL Intensifies Crackdown on Illegal Devices 22Jul India: KYC Compliance Now Mandatory for Internet Telephony Providers 22Jul South Korea: EMC Test Methods and Standards Revised by RRA 21Jul India: BIS Releases Guidelines for Scheme-X Certification Under OTR Regulation 21Jul Ukraine: New Frequency Bands Added Under Revised Radio Equipment Conditions 18Jul Mexico: Confirms IFETEL-to-ATDT Transition Through New Telecommunications Law 15Jul India: Digital Satellite TV Receiver Certification Requirements Finalized 15Jul Argentina: Regulated Plan Aims for Nationwide Fiber and 5G Coverage 15Jul India: TRAI Issues Framework for Spectrum Assignment for Satellite Communication Services 15Jul Brazil: Anatel Proposes 6 GHz Spectrum Split for Wi‑Fi and 6G 15Jul Israel: Countdown Begins on 2G and 3G Network Sunset 07Jul Burundi: New Rules for Telecom Device Certification 07Jul Colombia: CRC Proposes Updates to Internal Telecommunications Network Regulations (RITEL) 07Jul Eswatini: Updates to Unlicensed Frequency Bands in NFAP 2025 02Jul Vietnam: Major Amendments to Standards Law Approved 02Jul Indonesia: 5G Broadband Wireless Access Devices Now Subject to New Technical Standards 02Jul Colombia: CRC Opens Consultation on Regulatory Roadmap 02Jul Vietnam: New Law Boosts Regulatory Framework for Digital Technology Industry 24Jun India: Provisional MTCTE Certification Expanded for High-Current Telecom Equipment 24Jun India: TEC Clarifies Communication Module Rules for Smart Meter Certification 24Jun Papua New Guinea: NICTA Updates 2025 Spectrum Roadmap 23Jun India: Source Code Security Assurance Clause Amended in ITSAR Requirements 23Jun Brazil: Anatel Launches Public Consultation on Siscomex Integration 20Jun Chile: SUBTEL Updates SRD Rules with QR Mandate 20Jun Moldova: Revises Conformity Assessment Framework 17Jun Mexico: IFT Seal Implementation Postponed to 2027 13Jun Mexico: New Mandatory Energy Efficiency Standard for Electric Motors 13Jun Pakistan: PTA Launches Consultation on Modifications to IoT and SRD Licensing Framework 13Jun Indonesia: Domestic Testing Mandated for Telecom Devices by 2026 09Jun Tanzania: 3600–3800 MHz Spectrum Auction Guidelines Finalized 09Jun Mongolia: National 5G Launched 09Jun Nepal: NTA Seeks Stakeholder Feedback on Draft IPv6 Migration Byelaw 09Jun Singapore: GenAI Regulatory Testing Initiatives 02Jun Indonesia: MRA with South Korea for Telecom Equipment Testing Now in Effect 02Jun Dominican Republic: INDOTEL Unveils Major Telecommunications Reforms 02Jun Colombia: CRC Enhances Telecom Quality Monitoring with Resolution 7777 02Jun China: MIIT Calls for Submissions on Remanufactured Electromechanical Product Cases 02Jun Indonesia: New Technical Standards Issued for Free Space Optics Devices 23May Brazil: ANATEL Finalizes Major Regulatory Simplification Phase 21May Burundi: Certification Now Required for All Radio and Terminal Equipment 21May Georgia: Mandates Energy Labels for TVs and Displays 21May Bangladesh: Delays Mandate for Dual-Band Wi-Fi Router Support 21May Paraguay: Approves Use of 6 GHz Band for Low-Power Wi-Fi Systems 21May Ghana: National Table of Frequency Allocation Released 20May Bermuda: Bluetooth and Wi-Fi Devices Exempt from Type Approval Requirements 14May Virgin Islands: Consultation Opens on 5G Spectrum Strategy and Regulatory Framework 12May Mauritania: National Frequency Allocation Table Updated 12May Thailand: Auction 850–2300 MHz Spectrum for Mobile Telecom Use 12May Peru: 5G Regulation Issued to Accelerate National Spectrum Deployment 06May India: Security Certification Requirements Expanded for Telecom and IoT Devices 05May Brazil: ANATEL Launches New Telecommunications Data Collection Panel 05May Saudi Arabia: KAFD Launches First Smart WiFi-7 Service 02May Cayman Islands: Consultation Extended on Satellite Licensing Framework 02May Brazil: ANATEL Oversees Direct-to-Device Satellite Test 02May Serbia: Amendments to Radio Frequency Allocation Plan Now in Effect 02May Angola: National Strategy Expands Internet Access and Digital Inclusion 02May Niger: New Homologation Rules for Telecom Equipment Take Effect 21Apr Guinea Conakry: ARPT Reminds PMR Stakeholders of Compliance Rules 21Apr India: Government Offers Reimbursement for Telecom Testing and Certification 21Apr Macedonia: 5G Spectrum Tender Opens for New Operators 21Apr Japan: MIC Moves Forward with RedCap/eRedCap Regulatory Amendments 21Apr Mexico: Public Consultation Opens on Delaying IFT Seal Implementation 15Apr Brazil: ANATEL Expands Starlink Operations and Issues Regulatory Alert 15Apr South Africa: ICASA Releases Draft National Radio Frequency Plan 2025 15Apr China: MIIT Abolishes Regulations on 40–50 GHz Wireless Access Systems 15Apr Vietnam: New Circular Updates License Exemptions for Radio Equipment 15Apr Brazil: ANATEL Approves Major Reform to Modernize Telecom Regulations 15Apr Australia: ACMA Releases Draft Plans for Expiring Spectrum Licenses 15Apr South Africa: ICASA Releases Draft Regulations on Dynamic Spectrum Access 07Apr Japan: JC-STAR Labeling Scheme Launches for IoT Product Security 07Apr Taiwan: Updated Lists Released for Domestic and Foreign Telecom Testing Labs 07Apr Vietnam: MobiFone Launches 5G Services to Advance Digital Growth 07Apr Costa Rica: SUTEL Announces Temporary Closure for April Holidays 07Apr Belarus: Presidential Decree Sets Stage for Nationwide 5G Rollout 07Apr Thailand: NBTC Discusses Spectrum Allocation for High-Speed Telecommunications 07Apr Armenia: National 5G Spectrum Networks Development 07Apr China: Updated Certification Requirements for Fire Emergency Lighting Systems 31Mar Albania: New Rules on Radio Frequencies Without Usage Permit 31Mar China: Strengthening Certification Rule Management 31Mar India: 5G Services Rollout and New Government Initiatives 31Mar Vietnam: National Technical Regulations on Electric Vehicle Charging Stations 21Mar Curaçao: Internet Now a Mandatory Telecommunication Service 21Mar China: 2025 Industry Standards Application for Home Safety and Emergency Products 21Mar Turkey: New Cyber Security Law Establishes Comprehensive Framework 21Mar Zambia: Updated List of Type Approved Equipment Released 19Mar Vietnam: Cybersecurity Oversight Transferred to the Ministry of Public Security 19Mar Brazil: ANATEL Clarifies Indoor Use of 5150-5350 MHz Frequency in Vehicles 14Mar St. Kitts & Nevis: Spectrum Management Framework Under Review for ECTEL 13Mar Vietnam: Government Accelerates 5G Rollout and Space Technology Advancements 13Mar Colombia: CRC Publishes Proposed Updates to Internal Telecommunications Regulations 13Mar India: New Conformity Standards for Telecom Equipment Announced 13Mar Australia: Cyber Security Act 2024 Introduces New Regulations for Smart Devices 11Mar Singapore: Consumer Protection (Safety Requirements) Regulation Update 10Mar Brazil: ANATEL Approves Public Consultation on Future Radio Frequency Planning 10Mar Singapore: IMDA Introduces Advisory Guidelines for Cloud Services and Data Centers 10Mar India: Source Code Submission and Pro Tem Certificate Update 03Mar Israel: Ministry of Communications Eases Security Camera Import Regulations 03Mar Indonesia: Government Launches Wi-Fi 6E and Wi-Fi 7 03Mar Malaysia: IPv6 Testing Now Required for Full Product Approval 03Mar Brazil: New Certification Rules for IoT and Emerging Technologies 26Feb Malaysia: New Requirements for Fixed Wireless Systems in the 7725-8275 MHz Band 26Feb Mexico: Federal Telecommunications Institute Modifies 2025 Frequency Band Program 20Feb Malaysia: Release of Class Assignments No. 1 for 2025 20Feb Indonesia: New Regulation Recognizes Foreign Test Laboratories for Telecom Certification 20Feb Brazil: ANATEL Issues Resolution 772 on Frequency Band Allocation 18Feb Thailand: NBTC Public Hearing on Frequency Allocation for International Mobile Telecommunications Services 18Feb Brazil: Anatel Moves Toward AI Regulatory Sandbox for Telecommunications 17Feb Mexico: New Technical Provision IFT-016-2024 for Low-Power Radiocommunication Devices 12Feb Mexico: New Technical Provision IFT-017-2023 for Radiocommunication Systems 11Feb India: Extension for Stakeholder Comments on Draft ITSAR for Open RAN (O-RAN) of 5G 11Feb Senegal: Ban on Use of Signal Jammers and Repeaters 11Feb Egypt: NTRA Bans Non-Compliant Mobile Phones from Feb 1, 2025 11Feb India: New Draft Rules on Telecommunications Standards and Certification 06Feb Sri Lanka: IMEI Registration to Begin in 2025 06Feb Singapore: New Regulation on SMS SIM Boxes 04Feb China: Compulsory Certification for Electric Vehicle Power Supply Equipment 04Feb Russia: National 5G Infrastructure Rollout and Strategy 29Jan Morocco: New Type Approval and Labeling Requirements 24Jan Indonesia: Important Ministry Rebranding and Impact on Labeling Update 22Jan India: Mandatory Security Certification for 5G SMF Begins in 2025 22Jan Indonesia: Changes to Foreign Testing Center Approvals for Telecom Equipment Certification 22Jan Vietnam: New Technical Regulation on Specific Absorption Rate for Radio Equipment 21Jan Asia: Certification Delays Expected Due to Lunar New Year 21Jan Australia: Planning Options for Upper 6 GHz Band Finalized 21Jan Serbia: Changes to Radio Equipment Conformity Assessment 17Jan Vietnam: New Technical Regulation for NR and E-UTRA Mobile Base Stations 17Jan India: Extension for Pro Tem Certification Application Deadline 13Jan Malaysia: Ministerial Direction Introduces 5G Dual Network Model 13Jan Brazil: Anatel Introduces ESG Criteria in Radio Frequency Tenders 13Jan China: Updated Certification Standards for Household Electrical Appliances 13Jan India: Expanded Scope for CSR Testing in Telecom Devices 08Jan Singapore: New Technical Specifications for Cellular Mobile Terminals and Base Stations 08Jan Angola: New Guidelines for Managing Radio Spectrum in IMT Service
