On October 25, 2024, Vietnam’s Ministry of Information and Communications introduced a draft Circular to regulate frequency channel allocation in the 71-76 GHz and 81-86 GHz bands, designated for fixed services.

The Instituto Federal de Telecomunicaciones (IFT) released two agreements modifying guidelines related to the IFT Marking and to product homologation for telecommunications and broadcasting equipment. The main points are as follows:

The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) is consulting on the following three proposals:

On October 14, 2024, Andorra Telecom announced plans to begin the gradual shutdown of its 3G network in October 2026. This transition aims to enhance the efficiency of 4G and 5G networks, providing customers with an improved overall experience. Please note that a shutdown date for the 2G network has not yet been set and will be addressed as part of a long-term strategy.

Recently the State Commission on Radio Frequencies in Azerbaijan has approved the use of the 5945-6425 MHz frequency band for Wireless Access Systems (WAS), including Radio Local Area Networks (RLAN). This decision follows the guidelines established by the Electronic Communications Committee Decision (20) 01 from the European Conference of Postal and Telecommunications Administrations (ECC Decision (20) 01), aligning Azerbaijan's radio frequency policies with international standards.

On September 1, 2024, the Communications and Information Technology Regulatory Authority (CITRA) of Kuwait issued Resolution No. 278/2024, announcing that 3G telecommunication network services will be discontinued starting June 1, 2025. CITRA also encourages the users to connect to one or more of the available mobile networks - 2G, 4G, or 5G, after June 1, 2025.

The Agencia Nacional de Telecomunicacoes (ANATEL) in Brazil has officially authorized the use of 802.11be designation, allowing devices with WiFi 7 technology to list this designation on their Certificate of Conformity.

Kazakhstan's Ministry of Digital Development, Innovation, and Aerospace Industry has announced significant updates to the country's radio frequency allocation, spanning from 3 kHz to 400 GHz. Noteworthy reallocations include the 2170-2520 MHz and 4800-5250 MHz bands, now designated for mobile, fixed, and satellite services. Additionally, the 5250-6700 MHz and 10-10.7 GHz bands have been updated to facilitate advancements in mobile and satellite communications.

The Ministry of Information and Communications of Vietnam has released a draft amendment to Circular No. 08/2021/TT-BTTTT, which regulates radio equipment exempt from licensing.

The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) has issued the Radiocommunications (Cordless Communications Devices) Class Licence 2024, effective from September 27, 2024. This licence authorizes cordless communication devices, such as land stations and DECT handsets, to operate in specific frequency bands, including 1.7175-1.7925 MHz, 30.0625-30.3125 MHz, 39.7625-40.25 MHz, and 1880-1900 MHz. Devices must comply with Australian and international standards, including the ARPANSA limits and the ETSI EN 301 406 standard for DECT technology.