On 3 February 2023, the Royal Government of Cambodia issued Sub-Decree No. 41 on the Registration of Identity of Telecommunications Equipment using SIM Modules ("Sub-Decree"). The Sub-Decree, which contains 15 chapters and 43 articles, requires telecommunications equipment with SIM modules to be registered with the Equipment Identity Registration System which is governed by the Ministry of Post and Telecommunications. This registration requirement is mandatory with an exception for the Telecoms Equipment of tourists or travellers residing in Cambodia for no more than 60 days.
The Sub-Decree aims to: (i) prevent and restrain the use of equipment using fake SIM modules, stolen goods, and illegally imported equipment; (ii) protect the health, safety and rights of consumers; (iii) improve the quality of telecommunication services; (iv) encourage honest and transparent competition in the market; and (v) enhance national revenues collection.
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