Mexico Telecom Law Advances With Key Compliance Changes
Mexico Telecom Law Update: Key Changes and Transition Plan The new Mexico Telecom Law introduces sweeping reforms to modernize the country’s telecommunications framework, with careful provisions to ensure smooth implementation. Through close collaboration between the existing Federal Institute of Telecommunications (IFT) and newly created Telecom Regulatory Commission (CRT), the legislation maintains regulatory continuity while minimizing […]
Burundi Enforces New Telecom Type Approval Rules
Burundi Telecom Type Approval Rules Redefined The Government of Burundi has enacted Ordonnance Ministérielle No. 580/01.1, issued on 17 April 2025, establishing new requirements for the approval, sale, and use of radio and telecommunications terminal equipment. This ordinance was reinforced by an official communiqué from ARCT (Agence de Régulation et de Contrôle des Télécommunications), dated […]
India: Telecom Certification Rules Changed in 2025
India: Telecom Certification Rules Changed in 2025 The India telecom certification process underwent a major transformation on May 16, 2025, when the Ministry of Communications introduced a new framework under the Telecommunications Act, 2023. The update, titled the Telecommunications (Framework to Notify Standards, Conformity Assessment and Certification) Rules, 2025, replaces outdated procedures from the Indian […]
Colombia Adds 5G Band 38 to Terminal Equipment Standards
Colombia Adds 5G Band 38 to Terminal Equipment Standards On June 11, 2025, Colombia’s Comisión de Regulación de Comunicaciones (CRC) released Circular 162 of 2025, introducing an important update to enable 5G Band 38 device certifications. This Regulatory Updates notice formally replaces Circular 155 of 2024 and revises the technical standards required for the homologation […]
Europe: New RED Update Revises Conformity Rules
Europe Revises Harmonised Standards in Latest EU RED Update On May 14, 2025, the European Commission published a significant amendment to Implementing Decision (EU) 2022/2191. This EU RED update introduces revisions and additions to harmonised standards that support compliance with the Radio Equipment Directive (2014/53/EU). These changes reflect technological advancements and a push toward maintaining […]
Indonesia: Enables MRA with South Korea for Telecom
Indonesia South Korea Telecom MRA Comes Into Effect Indonesia has officially enforced the Mutual Recognition Arrangement (MRA) with South Korea for telecommunications equipment testing laboratories as of May 27th, 2025. This major regulatory development is expected to reduce redundant testing procedures, enhance trade efficiency, and accelerate the telecom certification process for both countries. Understanding the […]
India 6GHz Spectrum Delicensing Update
The India 6GHz spectrum may soon be delicensed, as the Indian Ministry of Communication released a draft Gazette proposing unlicensed use of 500 MHz in the 6 GHz band (5925–6425 MHz). This change could transform the landscape for wireless connectivity and regulatory compliance in the country. The draft is now open for public comment until […]
Taiwan Strengthens RF Equipment Rules for Trackers
Taiwan Strengthens RF Equipment Rules for Trackers The Taiwan RF Equipment Rules have been updated by the National Communications Commission (NCC), introducing stricter compliance obligations for certain device types. The revisions, effective from May 26, 2025, were officially published in the Executive Yuan Gazette Vol. 31, Issue 96. These changes address growing national concerns around […]
Chile: Short-Range Equipment Regulation Overhauled
The Ministry of Transport and Telecommunications of Chile has issued Exempt Resolution N° 737, significantly modifying the 2017 technical standard for short-range equipment. This update reflects a crucial shift in how the country handles certification and compliance for devices using 5G and IoT technologies. Why This Matters Chile has experienced a sharp rise in certification […]
European Union: Key Takeaways from REDCA 2025
Introduction: Why REDCA 2025 Matters The REDCA May 2025 meeting delivered significant regulatory insights for the radio equipment sector. Covering topics such as cybersecurity, harmonised standards, and market surveillance, the discussions emphasized the importance of coordinated compliance strategies. As a result, stakeholders across the industry must remain aligned with evolving EU requirements to ensure uninterrupted […]