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2025-05-16 Burkina Faso ARCEP Allowed Wi-Fi 6EOn April 29, 2025, the Autorité de Régulation des Communications Electroniques et des Postes (ARCEP) in Burkina Faso issued Decision N°2025-011/ARCEP/CR defining the categories and setting the conditions of use of stations composed exclusively of low-power, short-range devices. It is noteworthy that ARCEP has authorized the use of the 5945-6425 MHz frequency band for Wireless Access Systems and Radio Local Area Networks (WAS/RLAN). -
2025-05-14 Ukraine Plans to Complete 700 MHz Spectrum Release for Mobile NetworksOn April 24, 2025, the National Commission for State Regulation of Electronic Communications, Radio Frequency Spectrum and Postal Services (NCEC) of Ukraine announced the completion of the 700 MHz spectrum release from television broadcaster transmitters in western Ukraine. Once fully released, the 700 MHz spectrum will support the development of mobile networks, including 4G and 5G. The full release is expected to be completed by December 2026. -
2025-05-12 South Africa ICASA Launched Public Consultation on Innovation Spectrum Frequency BandsOn March 28, 2025, the Independent Communications Authority of South Africa (ICASA) issued a Government Gazette, accompany with public consultation about Draft Regulations on the Dynamic Spectrum Access and Opportunistic Spectrum Management in the Innovation Spectrum Frequency Ranges 3800-4200 MHz and 5925-6425 MHz. -
2025-05-09 Azerbaijan Introduced New Energy Efficiency StandardsOn April 10, 2025, Azerbaijan introduced new standards for energy efficiency in household products. Approved by the Azerbaijan Standardization Institute (AZSTAND), these standards include AZS EN 12102-1:2025, AZS EN 12900:2025, AZS IEC 62552-1:2025, and AZS EN 14511-3:2025. They specifically address the efficiency, safety, and energy performance of equipment used for heating, cooling, and technological refrigeration, such as air conditioners, liquid cooling systems, heat pumps, and electrically operated compressor dryers. -
2025-05-07 Oman TRA Allocates 26 GHz Band for 5G and 6G TechnologiesOn March 1, 2025, the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) of Oman announced the allocation of the 26 GHz frequency band for experimental and developmental use in 5G and 6G technologies. -
2025-04-30 Serbia Announced Amendments to Radio Frequency Allocation PlanOn April 12, 2025, the Regulatory Agency for Electronic Communications (RATEL) of Serbia implemented amendments to the Radio Frequency Allocation Plan. This update optimizes the management and use of radio frequencies for various communication services, in alignment with international regulations. -
2025-04-28 Vietnam Issued Circular on Radio Frequency Channel Allocation for 71-76 GHz and 81-86 GHz BandsVietnam’s Ministry of Science and Technology has issued Circular 02/2025/TT-BKHCN, titled "Radio Frequency Channel Allocation Planning for Fixed Services in the 71-76 GHz and 81-86 GHz Bands." This regulation governs the allocation of radio frequency channels in these specific bands for fixed services, aiming to optimize high-speed, point-to-point communication systems, including telecommunication backhaul and microwave networks. -
2025-04-25 Update on Cambodia TRC Type Approval RequirementsThe Telecommunications Regulator of Cambodia (TRC) has recently updated its documentation requirements for type approval application. Effective immediately, all TRC applications must include a declaration of importer information. Applications missing this information will not be processed, and TRC certificates will not be issued. -
2025-04-23 Armenia Expands 5G Network with New Frequency AllocationsOn April 2, 2025, Armenia’s Public Services Regulatory Commission (PSRC) granted radio frequency usage licenses to a telecom provider “Viva Telecom Armenia LLC” for the 2300-2350 MHz and 2350-2400 MHz bands. -
2025-04-21 Malaysia MTSFB Opened Public Consultation on Two Draft technical CodesOn April 8, 2025, the Malaysian Technical Standards Forum Bhd (MTSFB) invited the public to submit feedback and comments on the following draft Technical Codes (TCs):