Israel Network Shutdown: All 2G/3G Services Ending 2025
Israel Network Shutdown: Preparing for the 2G and 3G Sunset Israel is entering the final phase of its network shutdown, which will see 2G and 3G services fully phased out by December 31, 2025. This transition supports modernization of mobile communications, paving the way for advanced 4G and 5G networks. What the Israel Network Shutdown […]
Mexico Telecom Law Reshapes Certification and Market Access
Mexico’s Telecom Sector Sees Major Overhaul with New Law On July 16, 2025, the new Mexico Telecom Law was officially published as the Ley en Materia de Telecomunicaciones y Radiodifusión in the Diario Oficial de la Federación, replacing the former Ley Federal de Telecomunicaciones y Radiodifusión (LFTR). This significant update to the regulatory framework introduces […]
Angola Launches INACOM Portal for Telecom Approvals
Angola Introduces New Steps to Secure Type Approval System On June 12, 2025, Angola’s Instituto Angolano das Comunicações (INACOM) introduced a new online platform for telecom-related services. This move is part of its plan to modernize regulatory operations. Furthermore, the platform improves transparency and public access to type approval processes. In addition to launching the […]
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 […]
Brazil: Updates Import Rules for Telecom Products
Brazil’s National Telecommunications Agency (Anatel) has opened a public consultation to revise its telecom import rules through a new Operational Procedure for Importing Telecommunications Products. The proposed changes aim to modernize the process by integrating Anatel’s requirements into the Integrated Foreign Trade System (SISCOMEX), ensuring smoother customs clearance for telecom goods. Key Changes to Brazil’s Telecom Import Rules The […]
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 […]