News & Updates
Regulatory updates and announcements on global type approval and certification.

Malaysia Updates 5G Rules for Base Stations and Signal Boosters
Malaysia’s MTSFB has released draft updates to its technical codes for 5G base stations and cellular boosters, with comments open until 14 October 2026. Find out what this means for your products and how we can help you get certified.

Kuwait Plans Stricter Safety Rules for TVs, Laptops and Other Electronics
Kuwait plans to adopt GSO IEC 62368-1:2024 safety rules for audio, video and IT products, and comments are open until 6 December 2026. Find out how this affects your products and how we can help you prepare.
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Egypt’s NTRA Plans Faster Pre-Type Approval Route for Telecom Importers
Egypt’s NTRA is introducing a Fast-Track Pre-Type Approval process to cut paperwork and speed up market entry for telecom importers. Type approval stays mandatory, and DataX International can handle your NTRA approval from start to finish.

Thailand NBTC Consults on New Rules for Allocating Radiocommunication Frequencies
NBTC wants feedback on new rules for allocating frequencies to government and other non-commercial users, open until 16 October 2026. What is changing.

Pakistan’s PTA Rolls Out Upgrade to Device Registration System
Pakistan’s telecom regulator, the PTA, is rolling out an update to its device registration system, DIRBS, with the goal of making things easier for…

Bahrain TRA Updates Fixed Service Spectrum Framework
Bahrain | 14 July 2026 The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority of Bahrain has issued updates to its framework for Fixed Point-to-Point Links and…

UAE TDRA Proposes Updates to Fixed Radio and Amateur Radio Regulations
TDRA has consulted on updates to its fixed radio and amateur radio regulations, including new W-band and D-band links. Key changes and who they affect.

Indonesia and Malaysia Step Up Border Spectrum Coordination at 23rd JCC Meeting
Indonesia and Malaysia met in Bali to coordinate spectrum along their border, covering mobile bands and trunked radio. What was agreed and who it affects.

Sri Lanka Moves Equipment Clearance Online with TRCSL’s New ECS Platform
TRCSL’s Equipment Clearance System now handles type approval, IMEI and short-range device clearances online. Here is what vendors and importers need to know.

Kenya Reviews Draft ICT Regulations, Including New Type Approval Rules and Network Equipment Specs
Kenya has reviewed 15 draft ICT regulations, including type approval, and CA wants comments on new network equipment specs by 30 September 2026.

Ghana’s 5G Spectrum Process Moves Forward as MTN Secures 700 MHz Lots
Ghana’s NCA has awarded 700 MHz spectrum to MTN as its 5G licensing process moves ahead. Here is where each band stands and what it means for the market.

Saudi Arabia Gives Importers More Time: SABER Shipment Certificates Now Valid for 90 Days
SASO has extended SABER Shipment Certificate validity from 60 to 90 days. Here is what changes for importers of electronics and wireless devices.

Oman TRA Asks for Input on Spectrum for Private Broadband Networks
Oman’s TRA has opened a consultation on spectrum for private broadband networks, closing 9 October 2026. Who should respond and what it could mean.

Pakistan Makes PTA Certificate of Compliance Mandatory for Telecom Equipment
Under new Telecommunication Equipment Standards Regulations, telecom equipment needs a PTA Certificate of Compliance before import or use. Here is what to know.

Lebanon TRA Clarifies Type Approval: One Certificate per Model, Usable by Any Importer
Lebanon’s TRA says type approval certificates are issued to the manufacturer and any importer can use them for the identical model. What this means for you.