JAPAN: Call For Opinions on The Frequency Restructuring Action Plan (FY2020 version)
The Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications has created the “Frequency Reorganization Action Plan (FY2022 Version) (Draft)” in order to implement the specific frequency reorganization smoothly and steadily. Therefore, they are soliciting opinions on this proposal from Friday, September 2, 2022 to Monday, October 3, 2022. 1. Overview Every year since FY2004, the Ministry of […]
MEXICO: IFT Announced The Acceptance and Entry Into Force of The Technical Provision – IFT-011-2022 (Part 3)
THE IFT APPROVES THE TECHNICAL PROVISION FOR MOBILE PHONES TO RECEIVE ALERT MESSAGES DUE TO RISK OR EMERGENCY SITUATIONS (IFT-011-2022 / PART 3) The specifications of Mobile Terminal Equipment (cell phones and/or smartphones) are established for the reception and processing of alert messages due to risk or emergency situations, through the Cellular Broadcasting Service (CBS). […]
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 […]
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 […]
ARGENTINA: ENACOM – Identification for Registration and Renewals of Equipment
Mindful that it will be two years since the publication of ENACOM Resolution No. 854/2020, which establishes the mandatory minimum guidelines for the marking of the equipment registered in the RAMATEL, mainly of the iso logotypes and isotypes that must be included in the marking of approved products, and that was granted for its adequacy […]
PAKISTAN: Draft Regulations for Telecom Equipment’s Standards, 2022
On August 1st, PTA published the Draft Regulation for Telecom Equipment’s Standards. In this regulation they specify the bodies’ standards that are applicable to the authority. This includes but is not limited to the following: The ITU Telecommunication Standardization Sector (ITU-T) Directive 2014/53/EU for Radio Equipment Directive (RED) European Standards (EN) Federal Communications Commission (FCC) […]