South Korea SAR Standard KS C 3350 Update
The South Korea SAR standard introduces KS C 3350 as a single harmonized framework. It replaces the previous standards KS C 3370-1 (Head) and KS C 3370-2 (Body), which are now repealed. Moreover, the new standard aligns with the international IEC/IEEE 62209-1528:2020 standard. Measurement procedures are now consolidated for devices used within 20 cm of […]
Paraguay Allocates IMT Frequency Bands at 2.3 and 3.5 GHz
Paraguay Approves IMT Frequency Bands Paraguay’s National Telecommunications Commission (CONATEL) issued Resolution No. 3339/2025, establishing the use of the 3.700–3.800 MHz band for International Mobile Telecommunications (IMT) systems. The resolution also modifies several notes of the National Frequency Allocation Plan (PNAF). As a result, these changes affect the design, configuration, and certification of telecommunications equipment […]
Singapore Updates IMDA TS CMT Specification
Singapore Updates IMDA TS CMT Rules Singapore’s Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA) has released Issue 1 Revision 4 (March 2026) of the IMDA TS CMT technical specification for cellular mobile terminals. The update introduces new compliance requirements affecting devices connecting to Singapore public mobile networks, including 2G default-off settings and emergency cell broadcast functionality. The […]
Nicaragua Telecom Equipment Approval Changes
Nicaragua Clarifies Telecom Equipment Approval Framework Following the implementation of the General Convergent Telecommunications Law, TELCOR clarified how Nicaragua telecom equipment approval will operate in practice. Specifically, the authority introduced a formal classification system that defines which telecom devices are prohibited, which qualify as restricted-use, and which currently require no regulatory action. Under this framework, […]
Pakistan IoT Regulations & SRD Framework News
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has released Version 1.4 (Nov 2025) of the Regulatory Framework for Short Range Devices (SRD) and Terrestrial Internet of Things (IoT) Services, bringing significant Pakistan IoT Regulations into effect. This updated regulatory framework introduces new compliance guidelines for IoT services, especially for operators under the LPWAN license category. Understanding the […]
Indonesia Enforces Telecom Equipment Standards
Indonesia – KOMDIGI Releases Decree No. 469 of 2025 on Telecom Equipment Standards The Ministry of Communication and Digital (KOMDIGI) in Indonesia has released Decree No. 469 of 2025. This regulation establishes an updated list of telecommunication equipment that must comply with national technical standards. As a result, the regulatory landscape for market access has […]
New Safety and RoHS Rules for Electronics in Uzbekistan
Uzbekistan has introduced significant updates to its regulatory framework, impacting manufacturers of electrical and electronic equipment. These changes, centered on hazardous substances and low-voltage equipment safety, aim to align national standards with global practices. The Uzbekistan RoHS regulations, now official, mark a key compliance milestone for market access in 2025 and 2026. Uzbekistan RoHS Regulations […]
Sri Lanka ECS Mandate for Telecom Applications
Sri Lanka ECS Mandate for Telecom Applications The Telecommunications Regulatory Commission of Sri Lanka (TRCSL) has enforced a mandatory rule requiring vendors to use its Equipment Clearance System (ECS) for all telecom equipment application submissions. This Sri Lanka ECS mandate introduces a streamlined, centralized approach that enhances the integrity and tracking of application data. From […]
Brazil Opens Public Consultation on Data Center Conformity Rules
Brazil Data Center Regulation Open for Public Comment The National Telecommunications Agency (Anatel) in Brazil has launched Public Consultation No. 48/2025. This initiative introduces a proposed framework of technical requirements and operational procedures for the conformity assessment and homologation of data centers that are integrated into telecommunications networks (DCTCs). The Brazil data center regulation signals […]
Brazil – ANATEL import rules updated for 2026
The ANATEL import rules in Brazil are undergoing significant changes, affecting both product samples for conformity assessment and telecom products already approved for commercialization. Published on November 25, 2025, ANATEL’s Act No. 18.086 outlines these updates, which will officially take effect on May 25, 2026. What’s changing under the new ANATEL import rules Importation of […]