The Telecommunication Regulator of Cambodia (TRC) has banned the import, supply, and distribution of counterfeit and second-hand telecom equipment from abroad, including mobile phones, tablets, computers, and walkie-talkies. Under the September 22, 2026 announcement, traders must obtain a Qualified Agent certificate within 60 days and deal only in brand-new, Type Approved devices. Here is what the Cambodia telecom equipment import ban means for manufacturers and importers.

Canada's ISED has opened a public consultation on RSS-199 Issue 5, the draft certification standard for Broadband Radio Service (BRS) equipment in the 2500–2690 MHz band. The key change is a new alternative band plan of 38 unpaired 5 MHz blocks reserved for TDD equipment. Comments are due December 4, 2026, and a six-month transition period will follow final publication. Here is what base station, fixed and subscriber equipment manufacturers need to know.

India's Telecommunication Engineering Centre (TEC) has opened public consultations on two draft Generic Requirements: TEC 22160:2026 for 5G Core and TEC 36060:2026 for Millimeter Wave (E-Band) Microwave Equipment operating in the 71–76 GHz and 81–86 GHz bands. Released on September 25, 2026, both drafts accept stakeholder comments until November 24, 2026. Manufacturers of core network and backhaul equipment should review the technical requirements now and submit feedback befo

India's Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) issued new guidelines on 5 August 2026 for BIS Scheme X certification of machinery. Following the rescission of the Omnibus Technical Regulation Order in January 2026, machinery safety certification is now voluntary. The guidelines define the technical file, Product Compliance Report, desk and site audit process, eligible machinery categories, and obligations for foreign manufacturers seeking the BIS Standard Mark.