GMA Update April 2025

In this publication, we list the latest changes and updates that affect the approval of products in international markets.

Asia

Indonesia: Direktorat Jenderal Infrastruktur Digital (DJID) Announces Number 46 of 2025 concerning Wireless Power Transmission(WPT) was established.

On February 21, 2025, the Directorate General of Digital Infrastructure announced that Decree No. 46 of 2025 by the Minister of Communication and Digital, concerning Radio Frequency Spectrum Based on Class Permits and Technical Standards for Wireless Power Transmission, has been established and will come into effect on February 18, 2025. With the enactment of this Ministerial Decree, the technical standards for Wireless Power Transmission, previously regulated under Decree No. 260 of 2024 by the Minister of Communication and Information Technology concerning Technical Standards for Short Range Devices, are hereby revoked and declared invalid.

Indonesia: Direktorat Jenderal Infrastruktur Digital (DJID) Announces Number 619 of 2024 concerning Technical Standards for Telecommunication Equipment and/or Microwave Link Telecommunication Devices was established.

On March 6, 2025, the Directorate General of Digital Infrastructure announced that Decree No. 619 of 2024 by the Minister of Communication and Digital of the Republic of Indonesia, concerning Technical Standards for Telecommunication Equipment and/or Microwave Link Telecommunication Devices, has been established and will take effect on November 18, 2024.

Malaysia: MCMC Releases Class Assignment No. 1 of 2025

On January 20, 2025, the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) released Class Assignment No. 1 of 2025. Key changes to the Class Assignment include:

• The removal of 2 frequency bands (1164-1400 MHz and 11.463-11.517 GHz).
• The addition of 2 frequency bands (11.523-11.577 GHz and 3400-3700 MHz).
• A restriction placed on 3400-3700 MHz for UWB Devices, limiting use until May 31, 2025.
• A stricter technical requirement (VSWR ≤ 1.25:1) for Personal Locator Beacons (PLBs).
• This Class Assignment is now in effect, and revokes Class Assignment No. 1 of 2024.

Malaysia: MCMC Publishes FWS Technical Guidelines

On January 28, 2025, the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) published the following Standard Radio System Plans (SRSPs) for Fixed Wireless Systems (FWS):

• Requirements for Fixed Wireless Systems Operating in the Frequency Band of 5925 MHz to 6425 MHz.
• Requirements for Fixed Wireless Systems Operating in the Frequency Band of 6425 MHz to 7110 MHz.
• Requirements for Fixed Wireless Systems Operating in the Frequency Band of 7725 MHz to 8275 MHz.
• Requirements for Fixed Wireless Systems Operating in the Frequency Band of 8275 MHz to 8500 MHz. 

Thailand: NBTC Public Hearing Frequency Band Update Announcement

The NBTC held a public hearing from January 20 to February 20, 2025, to discuss the allocation of the new LTE B75 and 5G NR n75 frequency bands for International Mobile Telecommunications (IMT). Following the public hearing, a frequency auction will be organized for network operators to use these new frequency bands. The draft announcement covers the IMT frequency plan for the 850 MHz, 1,500 MHz, 1,800 MHz, 2,100 MHz, 2,300 MHz, and 26 GHz bands, as well as the 1,427-1,517 MHz band. The main points are as follows:

• The new LTE B75 and 5G NR n75 frequency band test reports will be required as part of the Class B certification; previously issued Class B certificates will remain valid.
• The test standards are ETSI EN 301908-1, -13, and 3GPP TS 38.101, 38.521, among others, and the test reports will be evaluated based on the Thai configuration.
• Announcement Date: Expected Mid-2025.
• Effective Date: Expected 4 Aug, 2025.

America

Paraguay: CONATEL Publishes Resolución Directorio N° 0148-2025

On January 22, 2025, the Comisión Nacional de Telecomunicaciones (CONATEL) of Paraguay modified the Plan Nacional de Atribución de Frecuencias (PNAF) through Resolución Directorio N° 0148-2025. According to the resolution, the 3300-3700 MHz band will be allocated for 5G; however, no carriers have been assigned this band yet.

Trinidad & Tobago: TATT Opens Public Consultation on TTFAT

On February 3, 2025, the Telecommunications Authority of Trinidad & Tobago (TATT) opened a public consultation on the draft revision of the Trinidad and Tobago Frequency Allocation Table (TTFAT) (8.3 kHz - 3000 GHz). The consultation will remain open for comments until March 14, 2025. 

Brasil: ANATEL Publishes Act No. 210

On February 14, 2025, Brazil's National Telecommunications Agency (ANATEL) published Ato No. 2105, which updates the technical requirements for the certification of cellular devices (Access Terminal Stations (ETA) and Mobile Phones). This new Act outlines the testing requirements for devices implementing technologies such as 5G NB-NTN (Narrow Band Non-Terrestrial Networks), 5G RedCap (Reduced Capability), and 4G LTE Cat 1bis. The Act enters into force on the date of its publication in ANATEL's Electronic Service Bulletin, and its application becomes mandatory on August 13, 2025.

Brasil: ANATEL Released Official Letter 81/2025 to Clarify Vehicle Indoor Environment

On March 12, 2025, ANATEL released Official Letter 81/2025 to clarify and harmonize the definition of indoor environments for the use of the 5,150-5,350 MHz frequency, particularly in vehicular applications, in accordance with items 3.1.48 and 11.2 of Act 14448. According to ANATEL, an indoor environment refers to one with conditions that provide attenuation of transmitted signals due to building penetration, thereby reducing emissions in multiple directions (as defined in item 3.1.1 of Act 14448). Based on this definition, ANATEL has established that the 5,150-5,350 MHz band (WLAN B1/B2) is allowed only in vehicles with a fully enclosed structure (simulating an indoor environment), such as cars and trucks. Therefore, this band cannot be used in open vehicles, including motorcycles, tuk-tuks, and convertible cars. 

Columbia: ANE Updates 2022-2026 Spectrum Management Master Plan

On March 13, 2025, the Agencia Nacional del Espectro (ANE) of Colombia published the updated Spectrum Management Master Plan (PMGE) for 2022-2026

Columbia: ANE Updates CNABF According to WRC-23

On February 20, 2025, the Agencia Nacional del Espectro (ANE) of Colombia published a draft resolution updating the National Frequency Band Allocation Table (CNABF) in accordance with provisions approved at the World Radiocommunication Conference 2023 (WRC-2023). 

Mexico: Mexico Introduces Legal Initiative on USB-C Chargers

On January 15, 2025, Mexican Senators introduced a legal initiative to establish a regulatory framework adopting the USB Type-C charger as the universal charger for portable electronic devices in Mexico. This consumer right aims to significantly reduce electronic waste, improve economic efficiency, and protect consumers. The initiative covers the following products: earphones, speakers, cameras, laptops, drones, toys, e-readers, microphones, mice, tablets, keyboards, and smartphones.

Mexico: Mexico SE Issues National Quality Infrastructure Program 2025

On February 17, 2025, the Secretaría de Economía (SE) of Mexico issued the Programa Nacional de Infraestructura de la Calidad 2025. The publication aims to integrate the National Quality Infrastructure Program and its supplement, focusing on the annual development of topics and projects related to Mexican Official Standards, standards, national measurement patterns, and reference materials. The program includes amendments to NOM-019-SCFI-1998 on the safety of data processing equipment and to NOM-024-SCFI-2013 on commercial information for packaging, instructions, and warranties for electronic, electrical, and household appliance products.

The justifications for the amendments to NOM-019-SCFI-1998 are:

• The original standard lacks a Conformity Assessment Procedure.
• It is necessary to update the minimum user safety specifications to be met by electronic products and expand the field of application for products that have been generated as a result of technological progress.
• The justifications for the amendments to NOM-024-SCFI-2013 is:
• To promote the digitization and reduction of the use of paper through the use of digital tools to facilitate access to commercial information documents.
• The estimated start and completion dates for these amendments are January to December 2025. 

Argentina: Announcement on Updated Safety Regulations for Electrical Equipment by the Secretary of Industry and Commerce

On February 25, 2025, the Argentina Secretary of Industry and Commerce published resolutions 16/2025, 17/2025, and 26/2025, aiming to simplify and eliminate any obstacles or restrictions that may hinder the normal operation of the market and domestic and foreign trade. The new resolutions abolished resolutions 731/87, 524/98, and 169/18, and updated the basic requirements for the quality and safety of electrical equipment. Manufacturers and importers must submit a declaration of conformity and comply with the necessary conformity assessment procedures to sell products in Argentina. Starting October 1, 2025, conformity marking, including compliance stamps and QR codes, must be affixed to products or their primary packaging.

Oceania

Australia: New information standard for e-micromobility products

NSW Fair Trading has introduced new product safety and information standards for lithium-ion e-micromobility devices, such as e-bikes and e-scooters, aiming to enhance consumer safety and reduce fire risks.

Effective from February 19, 2025, the new information standard outlines the required consumer information at the point of sale or supply. It covers safe use, charging, storage, fire prevention, and disposal of both the vehicles and their batteries, helping consumers make safer choices and reducing risks.

The standard applies to all lithium-ion battery-powered e-micromobility vehicles, including e-bikes, e-scooters, e-skateboards, and self-balancing scooters, which must now comply with these requirements under the Fair Trading Regulation 2019.

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