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ARN Extends Regulatory Compliance Deadline
The National Regulatory Authority for Information and Communication Technologies has issued Order Number 15/CA/ARN/2026, granting an extension until 31 December 2026 to fulfill regulatory compliance obligations. This decision addresses severe industry bottlenecks caused by the stringent local representation mandates established under Dispatch Number 4/CA/ARN/2025, providing international manufacturers with vital extra time to structure their local presence and regularize pending type approval filings.
Syria SY-TPRA to Ban Import of 2G- and 3G-Only Devices
Syria will stop approving the import of mobile communication devices that only support 2G or 3G networks from 1 October 2026.
Ghana NCA Issues Update on 5G Spectrum Licensing Process
The National Communications Authority (NCA) of Ghana has announced an official procedural update on the licensing process for 5G spectrum in the 700 MHz, 2.3 GHz, and 3 GHz mid-bands, advancing the allocation process following the publication of qualified applicants.
EU Updated Harmonised Standards for Radio Equipment
Commission Implementing Decision (EU) 2026/2003 updates the harmonised standards supporting the Radio Equipment Directive (2014/53/EU), introducing revised standards for radio, UWB, radar, EMC and wireless equipment, while withdrawing superseded references and applying specific restrictions to certain EMC standards.
CNCA and SAMR Tightening Certification Control and Report Integrity
Market regulators have announced a comprehensive overhaul of compliance reporting and certification verification. Through Announcement Number 28 of 2026 and an updated testing report platform powered by blockchain technology, authorities are establishing strict submission deadlines and anti-tampering measures to ensure complete transparency across all conformity assessment activities.
Lebanon TRA Updates Telecom Equipment Type Approval Procedures
The Lebanese Telecommunications Regulatory Authority has issued new clarifications regarding manufacturer-led Type Approval requirements and multi-importer reliance.