The ARCOM regulatory authority has officially replaced ANRCETI in Moldova following Board Decision 50/2025, effective 1 January 2026. While the agency’s name has changed, regulatory responsibilities over electronic communications, telecommunications equipment, and postal services remain unchanged, with no impact on certification or approval procedures.

India MTCTE compliance rules have been clarified by the DoT, prohibiting multiple certification applications for telecom equipment with the same model number. Duplicate filings will be rejected and previously granted certificates may be cancelled, except in cases involving Associated Models with no HW/SW changes.

The KATS KC 60335-2-29 revision updates South Korea’s battery charger safety standard, aligning it with IEC 60335-2-29 Ed.5.1. The amendment expands voltage limits to 250V, introduces Type 1 and Type 2 charger classifications, refines marking and insulation requirements, and updates testing criteria, with a one-year transition period for manufacturers.

Paraguay 5G spectrum allocation expands mid-band capacity through CONATEL Resolution 3339/2025, designating the 3700–3800 MHz band for IMT systems and enabling 5G NR deployment. The update aligns national spectrum policy with ITU standards and impacts RF product compliance, certification, and market access strategies.

Venezuela has updated its CONATEL certification framework, requiring new type approval certificates issued through SIGESTEL to be valid for one year instead of indefinitely. Provision No. 217 published in Official Gazette No. 43,208 took effect, impacting new certifications while existing certificates remain valid. Manufacturers and importers should plan for annual renewals to maintain compliance.