HONG KONG: Spectrum Release Plan for 2023 – 2025 (Updated Version)
Hong Kong OFCA (Office of the Communications Authority) issued the updated Frequency Plan on July 18th, 2023. The key updated frequency assignments:
LAOS: MPT Issued Changes to The Technical Regulation for ICT Devices
The Ministry of Post and Telecommunications (MPT) notification 0416 where was clarified several items: • Type 2 devices will obtain 1-year validity Type Approval cert and/or Acknowledgement letter of DoC. • Test lab must have Accreditation Certificate ISO/IEC 17025. • Devices that use 5G must comply NESAS standard of GSMA • The devices listed are […]
EUROPEAN UNION: Entry into Force for Cybersecurity Requirements Postponed to August 2025
On July 20th, 2023, the European Commission published a Delegated Regulation that amends the previously published Regulation (EU) 2022/30 as regards the date of application of the essential requirements for radio equipment. This publication was made after receiving comments during the consultation period and through it, the Commission: The rest of the text of Delegated […]
NEW ZEALAND: Radiocommunications Regulations (Radio Standards) Notice 2023
On July 10th, New Zealand published the Notice of Radiocommunications Regulations (Radio Standards) Notice 2023 that came into force on July 1st, 2023. The notice prescribes the classes of products, the standards applicable to particular classes of products, the level of conformity applicable to a class of products, and products that are exempt from the […]
BRAZIL: ANATEL Act 9281 – Technical Requirements for Conformity Assessment of The Product Type Smart TV Box
In the month of July, ANATEL published ACT No 9281 with the intent to establish minimum technical requirements for conformity assessment, with the National Telecommunications Agency, of equipment, classified as Smart TV Box. According to ANATEL, TV Box devices are characterized as terminal equipment intended to access audiovisual content via the Internet and display it […]
INDONESIA: KOMINFO Publish SRDs Technical Standards Draft
The Ministry of Communication and Informatics (KOMINFO) released a draft concerning Technical Standards for Telecommunications Equipment and/or Short-Range Telecommunications Devices. The draft contains the following key information: The comments can be sent to the following emails: indr013@kominfo.go.id, muha115@kominfo.go.id, fauz001@kominfo.go.id, and aria001@kominfo.go.id until July 27th, 2023. Type Approval Impacted? Standards and technical regulationsSpectrum Impacted? Changes in […]
EL SALVADOR: Release of the 6GHz Frequency Band for Wi-Fi Applications for Low-power Devices in Indoor Area
On July 9th, the General Superintendence of Electricity and Telecommunications published the resolution T-0408-2023, which resolves to update the National Frequency Allocation Table (CNAF) for a complete band of 6GHz, it is allocated for unlicensed usage for transmission and reception of data in the Wi-Fi wireless technology. According to resolution T-0408-2023, it is for low-power […]
SINGAPORE: IMDA Announces Draft of Technical Specifications for Short-Range Devices
On June 30th, IMDA published the latest Draft of Technical Specifications for Short Range Devices. IMDA has included specifications related to the 6GHz band in this latest update. All views and comments should be submitted in soft copies (Microsoft Word or PDF Format) to Telecoms_Standards@imda.gov.sg by 12 noon of the closing date, July 18th. Please be informed […]
CHINA: Notice for the New NAL Label Marking
China’s authority issued the “Notice on the Use and Promotion of the New NAL Mark” on June 29, 2023, the key points to focus on are as follows: 1 – From July 1, 2023, the new type of NAL label will be officially launched. In the transition period, from Jul 1st, 2023 to Dec 31st, 2023, […]
NIGERIA: NCC Announces Increased Type Approval Regulatory Fees
On July 4th, 2023, Nigeria Communication Commission announced the increased regulatory fees for equipment requiring type approval in Nigeria. It is important to note that if equipment falls under more than one equipment category, a higher billing fee will apply. All equipment manufacturers, vendors, and operators are also advised to ensure that their equipment conforms […]