radio spectrum regulation

ANE is consulting on its 2026–2030 spectrum master plan and the regulatory agenda for the 2026–2027 period, outlining reforms on IMT planning, spectrum caps, satellite D2D connectivity and award procedures.

Paraguay amended its national frequency allocation plan to identify the 3.7–3.8 GHz band for IMT, update the 3.3–3.8 GHz framework and confirm protection of 3.8–4.2 GHz for satellite services.

Regulator AKOS awarded 42 local licences to five entities (one local authority and four operators) for a cumulative €475,540.

The Brazilian telecoms regulator will award on 30 April 2026 five regional blocks of 2x10 MHz (708–718 / 763–773 MHz) or blocks of 2x5 MHz if the 2x10 MHz blocks go unsold. The award prioritises the bidding of current regional 3.5 GHz licensees. The reserve prices for the blocks in the first phase total BRL 22.98m (US$4.26m). Winning bidders must cover selected locations, including highway sections, in a deployment schedule with deadlines from December 2026 to December 2030.

The Canadian spectrum regulator, ISED, is consulting to change the 2.6 GHz band plan to be fully unpaired. ISED considered this would allow a better deployment of 5G and 6G technologies. The transition is expected to start by 2028.

Colombia consulted on the spectrum policy for 2026–2029. Eight objectives propose a long-term strategic model that focuses on flexible access, satellite connectivity and early planning of new spectrum technologies and uses.