CHILE: SUBTEL Publish RESOLUTION 2844 EXENTA Updating Limits for Medical Devices, Vehicular Radars, and WLAN 6GHz Devices (Wi-Fi 6E)
On September 14th, 2022, the Chilean authority for telecommunications (SUBTEL) issued Resolution No. 2844 to update three key items that define the frequency allocations and power limits for Short Range Devices. The main changes on this publication were made for: Medical Devices with wireless capabilities operating at 2400 – 2483.5 MHz (removal of the 50 […]
THAILAND: NBTC Announced Public Hearing for the Use of Radiocommunication Equipment in Fixed Affairs in The Frequency Range 57 – 66 GHz
NBTC announced the public consultation for the use of Radiocommunication Equipment in fixed affairs in the frequency range 57 – 66 GHz. They have proposed the Technical Standards of Telecommunication Equipment in Stationary Operations in this range. The hearing will take place from August 17, 2022, to October 17, 2022. Comments can be submitted in […]
PAKISTAN: PTA Comments on Flooding Situation
In the month of August, Pakistan had been going through a series of natural disasters, including floodings that have affected over 50 million people. This has been escalating and there is a fear that a full-scale breach in the lake in Sindh banks could inundate nearby cities and cause an even bigger disaster which would […]
India: Exemption pertaining to parameters of LAN Switch under MTCTE
In July, TEC announced a generic exemption for the test requirements related to ER of LAN switch products. The exemption will be placed until 01/24/23 or until further notice from the regulator. Test requirements exempted: The products, LAN switch variant “MPLS TP CEN Switch”, with the parameters of Ethernet PWE and service identification (Standard RFC4448, […]
Canada: Consultation on Frequency Bands above 960 MHz
On Aug. 16th, 2022, The Department of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada opened a consultation on SRSP-300-GEN- issue 1 – “General Technical Requirements for Fixed Point-to-Point Radio Systems Operating in Frequency Bands above 960 MHz”, which sets out general technical requirements for the efficient use of the frequency bands above 960 MHz by point-to-point […]
France: Public consultation on the use of radio spectrum in the frequency bands 5150-5250 MHz, 5250-5350 MHz and 5470-5725 MHz for the implementation of wireless access systems, including radio local area networks
In July, ARCEP opened the public consultation that aims to implement the decision (EU) 2022/179 in France. This revised regulatory framework for WAS/RLAN establishes harmonized technical conditions for several use cases that includes but is not limited to: – Use of the 5150-5250 MHz band indoors including installations inside road vehicles, trains and aircraft with […]
MALAYSIA: Updates on Certification of IPV6 Over Cellular Equipment Without Wi-FI Connectivity
In July 2022, SIRIM was Informed that the implementation of the interim Type Approval for IPv6 cellular equipment without WiFi interface is extended for another year, effective from 10th July 2022, until further notice. As such, all new applications and renewal of Certificate of Conformity (CoC) are allowed with a maximum validity of one (1) […]
SINGAPORE: Technical Specifications and Security Requirements to Guard Against Network Storms for Cellular Devices
The IMDA published the new technical specifications and requirements for cellular devices. This specification defines the minimum technical security requirements for the design and management of Devices implemented on cellular networks to better safeguard communication networks from security threats in the area of connection efficiency. It also sets out to minimize the vulnerability of the […]
CONGO: PTNTIC issues Ministerial Decree No. 034/2022
On July 11th, 2022, Posts, Telecommunications, and New Information and Communication Technologies (PTNTIC) issued Ministerial Decree No. 034 of 2022 which contains the following major changes on approvals for Congo Kinshasa: The approval will be granted a validity of five (5) years. Processing time shall take place within a month, maximum. All approved terminal equipment […]
BAHRAIN: TRA Announces Radio Spectrum for Wi-Fi 6E
On Aug. 17th, 2022, The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority of Bahrain (TRA) announces that Internet users in the Kingdom will soon be able to benefit from faster and more efficient Wi-Fi 6 and Wi-Fi 6e technologies, allowing them to enjoy the full capabilities of both fiber and 5G. This is in line with the Kingdom’s adoption […]