Serbia: RATEL Ceases Conformity Assessments for Radio Equipment
As of January 1, 2025, RATEL ceased to perform conformity assessments for radio equipment, in line with Article 32, paragraph 4 of the Regulation on Radio Equipment. Requests for conformity assessment and issuance of Certificates of Conformity submitted by December 31, 2024, will be processed according to the Regulation on Radio Equipment and RATEL’s established […]
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 […]
Vietnam: MIC issues QCVN 134:2024/BTTTT on SAR for hand-held and body-worn Wireless Communication Devices
On Dec 31, 2024, the Ministry of Information and Communications (MIC) issued QCVN 134 on SAR for hand-held and body-worn wireless communication devices (QCVN 134:2024/BTTTT) This regulation includes the limits and methods for measuring the specific absorption rate (SAR) for handheld and body-worn radio devices, with a radiation power greater than 20 mW and, an […]
Malaysia: MCMC Announces Transition to 5G Dual Network Model & Revocation of Direction No. 3 of 2021
On December 31st, 2024, MCMC released the Ministerial direction on 5G network implementation and revocation of the ministerial direction on the deployment of 5G infrastructure and network, Direction No 3. of 2021. The Government of Malaysia has decided for the 5G single wholesale network model to be enhanced and transitioned into the 5G dual network […]
Indonesia: SDPPI Announces Expiration of KEPDIRJEN No 109 Tahun 2024 on the Recognition of Foreign Test Labs.
On January 2nd, 2025, SDPPI announced the expiration of Decree 109 of 2024 concerning the determination of Foreign Test Labs for the purpose of certification of Telecommunication equipment in Indonesia. Manufacturers must consider the following conditions for their upcoming SDPPI applications, considering the accredited labs under Decree 109 of 2024: SDPPI has not launched yet […]
Vietnam: MIC Consults on Draft Circular Replacing Circular 30/2011/TT-BTTTT on ICT Product Conformity Certification
From December 25, 2024 to February 25, 2025, MIC will publicly consult on the Circular replacing Circular 30/2011/TT-BTTTT regulating conformity certification and conformity declaration for specialized information and communication technology products and its amendments including Circular 15/2018/TT-BTTTT, Circular 10/2020/TT-BTTTT. Key points: – Goods must apply the corresponding conformity assessment method specified in the QCVN technical […]
Tunisia: Expands Wi-Fi 6 Usage in Private Buildings: Key Regulatory Changes for 2024
This resolution amends existing regulations governing radio frequencies in Tunisia, specifically focusing on expanding the use of Wi-Fi 6 technology within private spaces. Key Changes: Expansion of Wi-Fi 6 Usage: The resolution introduces a new provision allowing the use of Wi-Fi 6 technology within private buildings for internal data transmission networks. This amendment is added […]
Mexico: IFT’s Annual Operational Calendar for 2025-2026: Key Dates and Compliance Guidelines
The Instituto Federal de Telecomunicaciones (IFT) has officially published its Annual Calendar for Sessions and Administrative Operations for 2025 and early 2026. This document outlines key session dates and work suspension days, providing stakeholders in the telecommunications and broadcasting sectors with important guidance on IFT’s operational schedule. Key Points: Why It Matters: For companies and professionals interacting with the IFT, this calendar provides essential information for […]
Botswana – Type Approval Exemption List Update
BOCRA has announced a list of equipment categories that are now exempt from the homologation process in Botswana, following the review of Type Approval Guidelines 2023. The following equipment are now exempted from type approval: i. Personal Computers, laptops, Tablets, IoT etc. (embedded with Wi-Fi transceivers, Bluetooth transceivers, with the provision that the Wi-Fi transceiver, […]