Argentina Opens 2300–2400 MHz Band for Private Networks
Argentina Opens 2300–2400 MHz Band for Private Networks Argentina Private Networks just received a major regulatory boost. ENACOM, the country’s telecom regulator, has published Resolution No. 1111/2025, allocating the 2300–2400 MHz band exclusively for Private Broadband Wireless Systems (SPIBA). The resolution sets out a detailed technical and licensing framework to support enterprise-level LTE and 5G […]
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 […]
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 […]
India: TEC announced Acceptance of ILAC Test Reports under MTCTE
The Telecom Engineering Centre (TEC) announced a partial modification with No. 5-2/2024-TC/TEC, published on 01/01/2025. The update addresses the acceptance of ILAC test reports issued by laboratories from non-border sharing countries for certain telecommunication equipment. Here are the following products notified under MTCTE: The test reports issued by ILAC signatories (other than border-sharing countries) should […]
Singapore: IMDA Releases Updated Technical Specification for Cellular Mobile Terminals in Singapore (Dec 2024)
The Info-communications Media Development Authority (IMDA) has released the updated technical specification, IMDA TS CMT Issue 1 Rev 3 (Dec 2024), for Cellular Mobile Terminals (CMTs) in Singapore. This update consolidates requirements for various cellular technologies including 5G, and introduces new requirements with significant implications for manufacturers. Key areas of change include RF EMF safety, […]
Brazil: CITEL has approved guidelines for the shared use of the 6 GHz band
During the 44th meeting of the Permanent Consultative Committee II (CCP.II) of the Inter-American Telecommunications Commission (CITEL), an important document was approved that establishes technical and operational guidelines for the use of Wireless Access Systems, including Wireless Local Area Networks (WAS/RLAN), in the 5,925-7,125 MHz frequency band, known as the 6GHz band. Brazil played a […]
Singapore: IMDA opens public consultation on Cellular Mobile Terminal Technical Standards
Singapore’s Info-communications Media Development Authority (IMDA) has released updates to its technical specifications for Cellular Mobile Terminals (CMT), effective in 2024. The key changes include updates to RF EMF safety standards, requiring compliance with IEC/EN 62209-1528 from October 2025. Additionally, CMT manufacturers must include Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) or power density information in user manuals. […]
Bahamas: Public Consultation Launched for 5G Deployment Roadmap in The Bahamas
The Utilities Regulation and Competition Authority (URCA) has released a public consultation document outlining the roadmap for 5G deployment in The Bahamas. The plan focuses on spectrum allocation, technical standards, and regulatory changes necessary to support 5G rollout. Key actions include stakeholder meetings and consultation responses, due by October 7, 2024. The roadmap highlights the […]
Mexico: Public Consultation on the Draft Agreement for Reclassifying the 64-71 GHz Band as Free Spectrum and Establishing Technical Operating Conditions
The Federal Telecommunications Institute (IFT), recognizing the importance of transparency in the development of new regulations, invites comments, opinions, and contributions from interested parties regarding the draft “Agreement by which the IFT classifies the 64-71 GHz frequency band as unlicensed spectrum and establishes technical operating conditions for the band” (hereinafter, the “Draft”). This proposal is […]
Qatar: CRA Announces Cessation of 3G Mobile Telecommunications Services
This past August 19th, The Communications Regulatory Authority (CRA) has announced in their official website that, from December 31st 2025, there won’t be any 3G networks in Qatar and the bands used for this technology will no longer be allowed for these devices. Additionally to this, immediately after this publication, CRA informed that the imports […]