Overview
The Saudi Arabian Spectrum Outlook for 2024-2027 outlines the country's strategic plans for spectrum management, including the release of new spectrum and regulatory programs for 2021-2023. Key initiatives focus on expanding satellite spectrum availability and enhancing IMT mobile spectrum capacity.
Objectives
The primary goal of this Spectrum Outlook is to offer transparency and predictability to all spectrum users in the Kingdom. By detailing upcoming spectrum releases and regulatory terms, the document aims to boost investment and ensure alignment between spectrum users and the Communications and Information Technology Commission (CITC) to maximize the economic benefits of spectrum utilization.
Ongoing Principles
Continuing with the spectrum management principles established in the previous Outlook, the CITC will align its approach with the Telecommunications and Information Technology Law and the National Spectrum Strategy.
Public Consultation
The public consultation period began on September 9, 2024, and will conclude on October 7, 2024.
Industry Evolution
The evolving demands of the radio spectrum industry and wireless connectivity have significantly changed since the last Outlook. Mobile data consumption is rising rapidly, placing increasing strain on mobile networks, especially in urban areas. Additionally, there is growing interest in diverse wireless applications, such as enterprise solutions, transportation, and smart cities. This diversification includes innovative technologies like Non-Terrestrial Networks (NTN), Fixed Wireless Access (FWA), and private networks. The increase in spectrum users and networks is expected to create more diverse and competitive demands, highlighting the need for efficient spectrum sharing. Consequently, the CITC will enhance its use of the flexible licensing regime introduced in the previous Outlook cycle to accommodate these varied needs.
Regulatory Impact
- Top Priority: Yes
- Type Certificate: Yes
- Spectrum Bands: Yes
- Import Changes HS Codes: No
- Standard Changes: No
- Product Changes: Yes
- Label Changes: No
Additional Information
Regulatory Impact
| Impact Type | Status |
|---|---|
| Top Priority | |
| Type Certificate | |
| Spectrum Bands | |
| Import Changes (HS Codes) | |
| Standard Changes | |
| Product Changes | |
| Label Changes |