Paraguay National Telecommunications Plan 2026–2030 Draft Consultation
Paraguay National Telecommunications Plan 2026–2030 Paraguay’s National Telecommunications Commission (CONATEL) has officially opened the public consultation for the draft National Telecommunications Plan 2026–2030. Consequently, this regulatory update sets the strategic roadmap for citizens, operators, hardware vendors, and equipment manufacturers. Furthermore, CONATEL aims to enhance regulatory transparency across the market. Stakeholders can now submit technical feedback, […]
Dominican Republic Telecom Reform Proposal
The Dominican telecom reform is moving into an important early stage as the Dominican Republic considers a broad modernization of its telecommunications framework. On August 14, 2026, the Instituto Dominicano de las Telecomunicaciones (INDOTEL) presented the proposed Ley General de Telecomunicaciones, Infraestructura Digital y Conectividad, intended to update the legal structure currently based on Law […]
Paraguay Homologation Reform Consultation
Paraguay has opened an important public consultation concerning the modernization of its telecommunications equipment homologation framework. The Paraguay homologation reform initiative focuses on the problems affecting the current regime and the potential direction of a future regulatory update. Through Board Resolution No. 1651/2026, the National Telecommunications Commission, or CONATEL, placed the Problem Formulation Document for […]
Paraguay Frequency Plan Updates
Paraguay has introduced a significant spectrum management update affecting Wi-Fi 6E, RFID, Internet of Things technologies and other wireless equipment. Under Resolution No. 1232/2026, the country adopted a new National Frequency Plan, or PNF, replacing the previous National Frequency Allocation Plan. The plan was published in Official Gazette No. 171 on July 6, 2026, as […]
Bolivia ATT Updates Telecom Equipment List for Approval
Bolivia has introduced important changes to its telecom equipment list subject to type approval. On February 26, 2026, the Telecommunications and Transport Regulation and Oversight Authority (ATT) issued an official communication publishing an updated list of telecommunications equipment requiring homologation. This new version replaces the previous list issued in January 2025 and introduces several additional […]
Argentina Telecom Certification Reform 2026
Argentina Telecom Certification Reform marks a significant shift in how telecommunications equipment is approved and commercialized in the country. Through Resolution 57/2026, Argentina’s National Telecom Regulator (ENACOM) has redefined the certification and market access framework, transitioning from direct evaluation to a third-party Certification Agency model. This update introduces structural changes that impact manufacturers, importers, and […]
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 […]
Guinea-Bissau Implements Mandatory Local Representative Rule
New Requirement for Local Representation in ICT Approvals The National ICT Regulatory Authority (ARN) of Guinea-Bissau has issued Order No. 4/CA/ARN/2025, establishing a new requirement for local representation in the approval process of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) equipment. Effective August 4, 2025, this order applies to all domestic and foreign entities applying for product […]
Nicaragua TELCOR Introduces Labeling and Certification Rules
Transforming Nicaragua’s Telecom Compliance Landscape Following the enforcement of Nicaragua’s General Telecommunications Convergent Law (Law No. 1223/2024), the Nicaraguan regulator TELCOR released the first six regulatory instruments designed to implement this new legal framework. Published on November 18, 2025, these initial rules introduce sweeping updates in key areas, including user rights, administrative processes, equipment approval, […]
Burundi Enforces New Telecom Type Approval Rules
Burundi Telecom Type Approval Rules Redefined The Government of Burundi has enacted Ordonnance Ministérielle No. 580/01.1, issued on 17 April 2025, establishing new requirements for the approval, sale, and use of radio and telecommunications terminal equipment. This ordinance was reinforced by an official communiqué from ARCT (Agence de Régulation et de Contrôle des Télécommunications), dated […]