Indonesia: SDPPI Announces Revision of Multiple Technical Standards Regulations

The Directorate Standardization Device Post and Informatics (SDPPI) has announced multiple updates to its technical standards for telecommunications equipment. The affected standards include those for GMPCS terminals, satellite communication systems, HF, VHF, UHF radio communication tools, mobile telecommunication equipment (4G and 5G technologies), WLAN, and Free Space Optics.  These revisions align with the latest international […]

Vietnam: MIC announces consultation on draft technical regulation on SAR for mobile phones (QCVN 134:2024/BTTTT)

On April 25, 2024, the Ministry of Information and Communications (MIC) conducted a consultation on the draft technical regulation on SAR for mobile phones (QCVN 134:2024/BTTTT) QCVN 134:2024/BTTTT will apply to imported and domestically produced mobile phones (HS code 8517.13.00, 8517.14.00), these devices are listed in Circular 02/2024/TT-BTTTT list of products that must be TA […]

Bhutan: BICMA notifies shutting down 3G Base Stations in BTL Network

The Bhutan InfoComm and Media Authority (BICMA) announces that Bhutan Telecom Limited (BTL) is currently in the process of shutting down its 3G base stations within its network, aligning with the evolution of cellular mobile technology. The process of phasing our 3G technologies has a direct impact on the manufacturing process of several devices that […]