SINGAPORE: New Spectrum for WiFi 6E and Welcoming of New Devices With This Technology
On May 12th, 2023, The Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA) of Singapore, published their intent to allocate more radio frequency spectrum to facilitate advanced Wi-Fi connectivity in Singapore, through the allocation of 500 MHz of spectrum in the 6 GHz band for Wi-Fi use (i.e., 5,925 – 6,425 MHz) IMDA is committed to meeting the […]
EAEU: Customs Union Latest Changes
During 2023 the Customs Union composed of Armenia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Russia introduced some important changes. Please see a summary of these changes below: Changes to HS Codes:HS codes lists (CU TR 004/2011, CU TR 020/2011):-The lists of products for which the filing of a customs declaration is accompanied by the submission of a […]
NEPAL: NTA Public Notice Regarding Implementation of Mobile Device Management System (MDMS)
NTA has made registration of IMEI numbers to Mobile Device Management System (MDMS) mandatory starting May 15, 2023. NTA officials confirmed this is applicable to Mobile handsets and every device that supports cellular communication. Mobile importers/sellers are required to register after obtaining pre-approval from the authority, and they can distribute and sell only the registered […]
THAILAND: NBTC Announced Technical Standards For The Frequency 5.925 – 6.425 GHz
The National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) released the technical standards NBTC TS 1039-2566 for the devices fixed (base unit/access point) and mobile or portable (mobile/portable unit) that uses the frequency range 5.925 – 6.425 GHz, including devices that uses Wi-Fi 6E. The products must be in accordance with the FCC Part 15.407 and to […]
UNITED KINGDOM: Product Security and Telecommunications Infrastructure Regulations
Starting from April 29, 2024, the United Kingdom will implement a consumer connectable product security regime. This requires manufacturers of UK consumer connectable products to meet minimum security requirements. These requirements are based on the UK’s Code of Practice for Consumer IoT security, the global standard ETSI EN 303 645, and advice from the National […]
MEXICO: Agreement That Classifies The Frequency Band 5925-6425 MHz as Free Spectrum for Use by WAS/RLAN Systems and Establishes The Technical Conditions of Operation
The past March 7th, 2023 was published in the Mexican official gazette, the AGREEMENT whereby the Plenary of the Federal Telecommunications Institute classifies the frequency band 5925-6425 MHz as a free spectrum and issues the technical operating conditions of the band. Technical operating conditions of the frequency band 5925-6425 MHz for systems operating under the […]
BRAZIL: Navigating Homologation
Brazil is a key market for many companies, as well as a key player in the global manufacturing industry. The industry has been challenged due to the closing of two major labs in the past 6 months resulting in lower lab capacity and longer lead times for certain equipment like cellular devices. This is a concern […]
CHILE: Advancement in Defining a Regulatory Framework for Cybersecurity Matters in The Country.
The Cybersecurity Marco Law project was recently approved by the Senate and is currently being analyzed by the Government, Decentralization and Regionalization Commission, and the Finance Commission. This project seeks to establish the first guidelines and basic mechanisms that allow structuring, regulating, and coordinating the cybersecurity actions of the State Administration bodies and between them […]
IVORY COAST: ARTCI Suspends Sample Requirement When Requesting an Approval Certificate
ARTCI has confirmed that they have suspended until further notice the presentation of samples until requesting a certificate to facilitate the approval process. This will be applicable for new certificates and renewals. Type Approval Impacted? YesSpectrum Impacted? NoImports Impacted? NoStandards: NoProduct Impacted? All
BOTSWANA: Type Approval Guidelines, 2023
BOCRA has published guidelines that explain the practical implementation of the type of approval regulations contained in the Communications Regulatory Authority Regulations, 2022 (CRA Regulations). The arrangements for type approval are set out formally in Part V of the CRA Regulations, 2022 Type Approval Impacted? The process of type approval for all telecommunications terminal equipment […]