The Telecommunication Regulator of Cambodia (TRC) has issued a formal announcement strictly prohibiting the importation, supply, and distribution of counterfeit and second-hand telecommunications equipment. This mandate, dated 22 September 2026, aims to curb the influx of non-compliant devices that pose significant risks to public safety, network integrity, and national infrastructure.
Key Takeaways:
- Strict Prohibition: All entities are prohibited from importing or selling counterfeit or second-hand telecommunications hardware, including mobile phones, routers, and networking equipment. Only brand-new, authorized products are permitted.
- Compliance Requirements: All equipment must possess a valid Type Approval Certificate issued by the TRC. Furthermore, entities must maintain valid Qualified Agent status or secure an Import Permit for their operations.
- Enforcement Deadline: Stakeholders have 60 days from the date of the announcement to align their operations with these requirements. Non-compliance may lead to equipment confiscation, fines, and the closure of digital sales platforms.
Impact on Manufacturers:
This development necessitates a review of supply chain integrity and distribution channels for the Cambodian market. Ensuring that all products meet local safety, EMC, and radio frequency standards is now critical to maintaining market access and avoiding severe enforcement actions.
This development necessitates a review of supply chain integrity and distribution channels for the Cambodian market. Ensuring that all products meet local safety, EMC, and radio frequency standards is now critical to maintaining market access and avoiding severe enforcement actions.
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