SAUDI ARABIA: CITC Publishes Public Consultation on Spectrum Auction of 2100 MHz for Non-Terrestrial Networks Information Memorandum
The Communications and Information Technology Commission (CITC) publish a public consultation on the “Information Memorandum for Spectrum Auction of 2100 MHz for Non-Terrestrial Networks (NTN)”. The Commission intends to hold this auction by the end of the year 2021, for 2100 MHz (30*2 MHz) band, as part of the implementation process for “Spectrum Outlook for Commercial […]
SAUDI ARABIA: CITC Publishes Public Consultation on Fixed Radio Service, Frequency Allocation and Use Regulations for Wireless Links
The Communications and Information Technology Commission (CITC) published a public consultation on Fixed Radio Service: Frequency Allocation and Use Regulation for wireless links. CITC seeks to re-allocate all frequency bands used in wireless links (point-to-point and point-to-multipoint), and to update the licensing mechanism of the wireless links in fixed radio service; that is to enhance […]
SAUDI ARABIA: CITC Publish Public Consultation on Spectrum Light Licensing
The Communications and Information Technology Commission (CITC) puts out a public consultation on “Spectrum Light Licensing” so that all those who wish to comment or want to give their views can do so. The objective of the public consultation is that all interested parties can send their appreciations and comments about light licensing, this is […]
SAUDI ARABIA: CITC Publishes Public Consultations on Exposure to Electromagnetic Fields (EMF)
The Communications and Information Technology Commission (CITC) published public consultations on Exposure to Electromagnetic Fields (EMF) . CITC is developing a Regulation under the Telecommunications Act entitled “Exposure to Electromagnetic Fields (EMF)”. The Regulation establishes minimum requirements for the protection of the public and workers from risks to their health arising or likely to arise […]
SAUDI ARABIA: Updated CITC Technical Specifications to Come Into Force July 20th
CITC has updated the technical specifications of communications and information technology services in the Kingdom. These specifications cover all communication and information technology devices and equipment that are manufactured or supplied and are also binding on all parties that manufacture, supply, or sell these devices and equipment in Saudi Arabia. Some of the most relevant […]
SAUDI ARABIA: CITC Publishes Public Consultation on Spectrum Trading and Secondary Market
The Communications and Information Technology Commission (CITC) published a public consultation on Spectrum Trading and Secondary Market. The purpose of this public consultation is to provide interested parties with an opportunity to submit their views on spectrum trading and associated secondary market activities. With reference to international best practice, the document outlines the principles which […]
SAUDI ARABIA: Public Consultation on Radio Spectrum Allocation and Use Regulation for WLAN Applications
The CITC is calling for public consultation on “Radio Spectrum Allocation and Use Regulation for WLAN Applications”. The document introduces updates to the allocation and use regulations of the WLAN frequency bands in Saudi Arabia and identifies a new spectrum for the use of WLAN applications in (6) and (60) GHz bands. These updates aim […]
SAUDI ARABIA: Launches First WiFi 6e Network in Europe, Africa, and Middle East Region
Saudi Arabia has launched the first WiFi 6e network in Europe, Africa, and the Middle East region and has made the full 6 GHz frequency band available for Wi-Fi use, which means it has now allocated more spectrum for Wi-Fi than any other country in the world. The decision set the stage for the next […]
SAUDI ARABIA: CITC Publish Public Consultation on Modernization of The Commission Regulations
The CITC is launching a public consultation on the modernization of its technical specifications and invites interested parties to participate in it, the consultation link is published on the CITC website. The aim of the public consultation is to collect feedback on the proposed updated technical specifications of communication and IT devices and equipment that […]
SAUDI ARABIA: Last Week to Submit Public Consultation Comments on Spectrum for IMT-2020 and Beyond
Back in July, the Communications and Information Technology Commission (CITC) launched a public consultation setting out its five-year outlook on radio spectrum for commercial and innovative use. The consultation invites views on a range of measures, with the aim of enabling the transformation of Saudi Arabia into a leading digital society in alignment with the […]