Country Regulatory News & Updates

Stay current with our updates for regulatory news and updates happening around the world.

South Korea: USB-C Type Receptacle Requirement for Mobile and Smart Devices
18Dec

South Korea: USB-C Type Receptacle Requirement for Mobile and Smart Devices

Thailand: New Standard for 5.725-6.425 GHz Telecommunication Equipment
18Dec

Thailand: New Standard for 5.725-6.425 GHz Telecommunication Equipment

Egypt: Launch of eSIM Technology by NTRA
16Dec

Egypt: Launch of eSIM Technology by NTRA

India: Exemption of Cloud-Implemented IP Routers and Wi-Fi CPEs from Security Certification
16Dec

India: Exemption of Cloud-Implemented IP Routers and Wi-Fi CPEs from Security Certification

Macau: 3G Licenses Expiring in June 2025
16Dec

Macau: 3G Licenses Expiring in June 2025

Malaysia: Updates to IP Forms for Type Approval
16Dec

Malaysia: Updates to IP Forms for Type Approval

Holiday Closures for Regulatory Agencies – Brazil, Mexico, India, South Africa & Costa Rica
11Dec

Holiday Closures for Regulatory Agencies – Brazil, Mexico, India, South Africa & Costa Rica

Mexico: New Agency to Replace IFETEL
06Dec

Mexico: New Agency to Replace IFETEL

Belarus: Updated Energy Efficiency Requirements Effective January 2025
06Dec

Belarus: Updated Energy Efficiency Requirements Effective January 2025

Brazil: Anatel Publishes Cybersecurity Audit Guidelines for Equipment Suppliers
04Dec

Brazil: Anatel Publishes Cybersecurity Audit Guidelines for Equipment Suppliers

Egypt: New Radio Spectrum Guidelines for Short-Range Devices Released
04Dec

Egypt: New Radio Spectrum Guidelines for Short-Range Devices Released

Eswatini: Proposed Decision on 2G and 3G Network Retirement
04Dec

Eswatini: Proposed Decision on 2G and 3G Network Retirement

India: Important Implementation Guidelines for IS 302 (Part 1) for Electrical Appliances
04Dec

India: Important Implementation Guidelines for IS 302 (Part 1) for Electrical Appliances

Brazil: Completion of 3.5 GHz Band Cleanup Enabling Nationwide 5G
27Nov

Brazil: Completion of 3.5 GHz Band Cleanup Enabling Nationwide 5G

Japan: New Technical Standards for Wireless Power Transfer Systems
27Nov

Japan: New Technical Standards for Wireless Power Transfer Systems

Brazil: Anatel Reinforces Safety Certification Standards for Products
27Nov

Brazil: Anatel Reinforces Safety Certification Standards for Products

Serbia: New Rulebooks for Electronic Communications and Radio Frequency Spectrum
20Nov

Serbia: New Rulebooks for Electronic Communications and Radio Frequency Spectrum

Argentina: New QR Code Standards for Safety Products
20Nov

Argentina: New QR Code Standards for Safety Products

Turkmenistan: Exploring 5G Network Deployment
20Nov

Turkmenistan: Exploring 5G Network Deployment

Saudi Arabia: USB Type-C Standardization Begins in 2025
18Nov

Saudi Arabia: USB Type-C Standardization Begins in 2025

Azerbaijan: Approval of New Frequency Band Usage for WAS and RLAN
13Nov

Azerbaijan: Approval of New Frequency Band Usage for WAS and RLAN

Qatar: Updated Class License for Short-Range Devices
13Nov

Qatar: Updated Class License for Short-Range Devices

Kazakhstan: Updates to Frequency Band Allocation for Radio Services
11Nov

Kazakhstan: Updates to Frequency Band Allocation for Radio Services

Eswatini: Updated Guidelines on License-Exempt Spectrum Usage
11Nov

Eswatini: Updated Guidelines on License-Exempt Spectrum Usage

Ukraine: 5G Pilot Program Launched
11Nov

Ukraine: 5G Pilot Program Launched

Trinidad & Tobago: Consultation on Cybersecurity Guidelines for Telecom and Broadcasting Networks
06Nov

Trinidad & Tobago: Consultation on Cybersecurity Guidelines for Telecom and Broadcasting Networks

Panama: ASEP Promotes 5G Network Deployment
31Oct

Panama: ASEP Promotes 5G Network Deployment

Vietnam: Draft Plan for Radio Frequency Allocation Bands
31Oct

Vietnam: Draft Plan for Radio Frequency Allocation Bands

Singapore: Launch of Cybersecurity Labelling Scheme for Medical Devices
31Oct

Singapore: Launch of Cybersecurity Labelling Scheme for Medical Devices

Afghanistan: AWCC Expands 4G Internet Services Nationwide
29Oct

Afghanistan: AWCC Expands 4G Internet Services Nationwide

Brazil: ANATEL Authorizes Use of 802.11be for WIFI 7 Certification
29Oct

Brazil: ANATEL Authorizes Use of 802.11be for WIFI 7 Certification

Malawi: Implementation of New Type Approval Regulations
25Oct

Malawi: Implementation of New Type Approval Regulations

Vietnam: First 5G Network Launched
21Oct

Vietnam: First 5G Network Launched

Egypt: 5G Landscape Set into Motion
21Oct

Egypt: 5G Landscape Set into Motion

Andorra: Gradual 3G Network Shutdown Begins in October 2026
21Oct

Andorra: Gradual 3G Network Shutdown Begins in October 2026

Costa Rica: 5G Spectrum Bidding Process Resumes After Regulatory Modifications
19Oct

Costa Rica: 5G Spectrum Bidding Process Resumes After Regulatory Modifications

Brazil: New Certification Requirements for Mobile Devices
12Oct

Brazil: New Certification Requirements for Mobile Devices

Ghana: Launch of 5G Services Set for November 1, 2024
11Oct

Ghana: Launch of 5G Services Set for November 1, 2024

Bangladesh: New Guidelines for Importing Wireless Equipment
11Oct

Bangladesh: New Guidelines for Importing Wireless Equipment

CITEL: Approved Guidelines for Shared Use of the 6 GHz Band
11Oct

CITEL: Approved Guidelines for Shared Use of the 6 GHz Band

Vietnam: 2G Shutdown Delayed to Recover from Storm Yagi
10Oct

Vietnam: 2G Shutdown Delayed to Recover from Storm Yagi

Trinidad and Tobago: Consultation on Spectrum Plan for Non-Terrestrial Networks Begins
06Oct

Trinidad and Tobago: Consultation on Spectrum Plan for Non-Terrestrial Networks Begins

Pakistan: PTA Unveils 2024 Framework for WLAN and Wireless Services
04Oct

Pakistan: PTA Unveils 2024 Framework for WLAN and Wireless Services

Saudi Arabia: CST Launches Public Consultation on Spectrum Outlook 2024-2027
04Oct

Saudi Arabia: CST Launches Public Consultation on Spectrum Outlook 2024-2027

Mexico: Updates to Homologation Guidelines and IFT Seal for Telecommunications Devices
03Oct

Mexico: Updates to Homologation Guidelines and IFT Seal for Telecommunications Devices

Vietnam: MIC Seeks Feedback on Cybersecurity Standards for Surveillance Cameras
02Oct

Vietnam: MIC Seeks Feedback on Cybersecurity Standards for Surveillance Cameras

El Salvador: Recent Concession Extensions for 106.1 MHz and 103.7 MHz Frequencies
01Oct

El Salvador: Recent Concession Extensions for 106.1 MHz and 103.7 MHz Frequencies

Brazil: ANATEL Tightens Rules on Certificate Renewal Process
30Sep

Brazil: ANATEL Tightens Rules on Certificate Renewal Process

India: Streamlines Telecom Licensing and Wireless Equipment Approvals
25Sep

India: Streamlines Telecom Licensing and Wireless Equipment Approvals

Cayman Islands: Regional Leader in 5G
24Sep

Cayman Islands: Regional Leader in 5G

Uzbekistan: 5G Network Launched by Uztelecom
23Sep

Uzbekistan: 5G Network Launched by Uztelecom

South Africa: Phased Shutdown of 2G and 3G Networks Begins Soon
20Sep

South Africa: Phased Shutdown of 2G and 3G Networks Begins Soon

Israel: New Exemptions for Wireless Equipment Imports
19Sep

Israel: New Exemptions for Wireless Equipment Imports

Argentina: New Framework for Electrical Safety Conformity
17Sep

Argentina: New Framework for Electrical Safety Conformity

Serbia: New Rulebooks on Radio Frequency Allotment and Universal Service Obligations
16Sep

Serbia: New Rulebooks on Radio Frequency Allotment and Universal Service Obligations

Vietnam: 3G Networks to Be Phased Out by 2028
13Sep

Vietnam: 3G Networks to Be Phased Out by 2028

Qatar: CRA Announces End of 3G Services by 2025
12Sep

Qatar: CRA Announces End of 3G Services by 2025

Nigeria: Type Approval Labeling Update
10Sep

Nigeria: Type Approval Labeling Update

Brazil: Expansion of the 3.5 GHz Band for 5G
04Sep

Brazil: Expansion of the 3.5 GHz Band for 5G

The Bahamas: 5G Deployment Roadmap Unveiled by URCA
04Sep

The Bahamas: 5G Deployment Roadmap Unveiled by URCA

Jordan: New Type Approval Regulation
04Sep

Jordan: New Type Approval Regulation

South Africa: ICASA Launches Inquiry into Satellite Licensing Framework
29Aug

South Africa: ICASA Launches Inquiry into Satellite Licensing Framework

India: TRAI Introduces Tera Hertz Spectrum Recommendations
29Aug

India: TRAI Introduces Tera Hertz Spectrum Recommendations

Indonesia: New Standards for LTE and 5G Technologies
29Aug

Indonesia: New Standards for LTE and 5G Technologies

Tanzania: Updated Technical Standards for Short Range Devices
26Aug

Tanzania: Updated Technical Standards for Short Range Devices

Brazil: Public Consultation Opens for Mobile Technology Requirements
19Aug

Brazil: Public Consultation Opens for Mobile Technology Requirements

China: Public Consultation on Radar Radio Management Regulations Draft
19Aug

China: Public Consultation on Radar Radio Management Regulations Draft

Bahamas: Licensing Delays due to Office Renovation
19Aug

Bahamas: Licensing Delays due to Office Renovation

South Africa: ICASA set to Reopen Community Sound Broadcasting License
13Aug

South Africa: ICASA set to Reopen Community Sound Broadcasting License

Ivory Coast: Important Notice against False Approvals
13Aug

Ivory Coast: Important Notice against False Approvals

Vietnam: Updated Energy Efficiency Product List
13Aug

Vietnam: Updated Energy Efficiency Product List

Paraguay: Implementing 5G through updating 3300MHz to 3700MHz Frequency Plan
02Aug

Paraguay: Implementing 5G through updating 3300MHz to 3700MHz Frequency Plan

Vietnam: Portable and Wearable Radio Device Technical Regulation Consultation Opens
02Aug

Vietnam: Portable and Wearable Radio Device Technical Regulation Consultation Opens

Philippines: Updating Wireless Technologies & Implementing Wi-Fi 6E
02Aug

Philippines: Updating Wireless Technologies & Implementing Wi-Fi 6E

Bahrain: Enabling Wi-Fi 7 Products & Expansion of Spectrum Range
30Jul

Bahrain: Enabling Wi-Fi 7 Products & Expansion of Spectrum Range

Oman: Urgent Type Approval Certification Validity Update
26Jul

Oman: Urgent Type Approval Certification Validity Update

Brazil: ANATEL Proposes Phasing Out 2G and 3G Technologies
23Jul

Brazil: ANATEL Proposes Phasing Out 2G and 3G Technologies

Japan: Consultation Period Begins for 4.9 GHz Band Used in 5G Networks
19Jul

Japan: Consultation Period Begins for 4.9 GHz Band Used in 5G Networks

Malaysia: Cancellation of 3400 – 3700 MHz Frequency Band Class
19Jul

Malaysia: Cancellation of 3400 – 3700 MHz Frequency Band Class

India: TEC Extends Mandatory Certification Dates for 5 Products
17Jul

India: TEC Extends Mandatory Certification Dates for 5 Products

UAE: TDRA 5G Private Network Deployment Public Consultation
17Jul

UAE: TDRA 5G Private Network Deployment Public Consultation

Singapore: Decommissioned 3G Network & Manufacturers Update
11Jul

Singapore: Decommissioned 3G Network & Manufacturers Update

Indonesia: Overseas Telecommunications Certification Process Update
09Jul

Indonesia: Overseas Telecommunications Certification Process Update

Mexico: Upcoming IFETEL Operations Suspension Dates
27Jun

Mexico: Upcoming IFETEL Operations Suspension Dates

Vietnam: New Regulations for Short Range Device Radio Equipment
20Jun

Vietnam: New Regulations for Short Range Device Radio Equipment

Paraguay: CONATEL’s Implementation of Enhanced Mobile Device Standards
20Jun

Paraguay: CONATEL’s Implementation of Enhanced Mobile Device Standards

Saudi Arabia: New Regulations for IMT Spectrum Bands
20Jun

Saudi Arabia: New Regulations for IMT Spectrum Bands

Brazil: ANATEL’s Public Consultation on WiFi 6 GHz Frequency Band Update
17Jun

Brazil: ANATEL’s Public Consultation on WiFi 6 GHz Frequency Band Update

Indonesia and Malaysia: Agreement Reached on Digital Sound Broadcasting and 3.3/3.5 GHz Frequencies
13Jun

Indonesia and Malaysia: Agreement Reached on Digital Sound Broadcasting and 3.3/3.5 GHz Frequencies

Thailand: Reminder of Updated Labeling Standards for Personal Computers and Devices
11Jun

Thailand: Reminder of Updated Labeling Standards for Personal Computers and Devices

Bahrain: Type Approval Specifications and Advancing Connectivity Projects
10Jun

Bahrain: Type Approval Specifications and Advancing Connectivity Projects

Sri Lanka: TRCSL’s Spectrum Roadmap Embraces Wi-Fi 6E
06Jun

Sri Lanka: TRCSL’s Spectrum Roadmap Embraces Wi-Fi 6E

Pakistan: Introducing 6 GHz Spectrum Band for Unlicensed RLAN Operation
30May

Pakistan: Introducing 6 GHz Spectrum Band for Unlicensed RLAN Operation

China: Implementation of New Regulations for Ultra-Wideband (UWB) Equipment
28May

China: Implementation of New Regulations for Ultra-Wideband (UWB) Equipment

Vietnam: SAR Phone Regulation Draft Consultation
21May

Vietnam: SAR Phone Regulation Draft Consultation

Brazil: ANATEL’s New Testing Requirements for Mobile Phone Chargers
06May

Brazil: ANATEL’s New Testing Requirements for Mobile Phone Chargers

Panama: ASEP Allocates New Spectrum for International Mobile Telecommunications
26Apr

Panama: ASEP Allocates New Spectrum for International Mobile Telecommunications

Vietnam: ICT Equipment Regulation Update
18Apr

Vietnam: ICT Equipment Regulation Update

Indonesia: Implementation of Specific Absorption Rate Requirements
11Apr

Indonesia: Implementation of Specific Absorption Rate Requirements

Brazil: ANATEL Cybersecurity Testing Scope for CPE Equipment
28Mar

Brazil: ANATEL Cybersecurity Testing Scope for CPE Equipment