Japan's MIC has opened two public consultations. The first, a Japan MIC 800 MHz band draft ordinance, amends Article 17 of the Radio Law Enforcement Regulations so that parent stations of 800 MHz broadband low-power radio systems (Wi-Fi HaLow, IEEE 802.11ah) fall under the registered-station regime; comments close October 16, 2026. The second, the draft Frequency Reorganization Action Plan (FY2026), sets priorities for 6G, 5G, NTN, 6 GHz Wi-Fi and V2X; comments close October

Kenya type approval may be moving toward a more flexible sample policy. Following the September 2026 validation forum on the draft Type Approval Regulations, 2026, indications are that the Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) may waive physical samples for lower-risk equipment backed by a complete Technical Construction File and accredited test reports. Waivers remain discretionary and case by case. Here is what is changing and what manufacturers should do now.

Morocco's telecom regulator, ANRT, has started requesting physical samples of 5G-capable equipment submitted for type approval. Each sample undergoes a compatibility test to confirm it works on Morocco's 5G network. No official notice has been published yet, but manufacturers should plan now for samples, longer lead times and added logistics. This article explains the scope, the certification impact and the actions to take.

China's CNCA has replaced its 2014 lighting rule with two new CCC implementation rules: CNCA-C10-01:2026 for luminaires and CNCA-C10-02:2026 for ballasts and LED controlgear. Until December 31, 2026, applicants may certify under the old or new rules. From January 1, 2027, the new CCC rules for luminaires and ballasts are mandatory for all CCC activity. Existing certificates stay valid and convert at the next product change or renewal. Here is what to prepare.