Key Takeaways:
- Bilateral Partnership: Qatar’s Communications Regulatory Authority (CRA) and Brazil’s National Telecommunications Agency (ANATEL) have signed an MoU to enhance cooperation in radio spectrum management.
- Efficient Spectrum Use: The agreement aims to foster collaboration for the efficient use of radio spectrum and advance radiocommunication services.
- Knowledge Sharing: Both nations will share expertise in spectrum monitoring, education, training, and best practices, particularly regarding international conferences and special events.
Qatar, represented by the Communications Regulatory Authority (CRA), and Brazil, represented by the National Telecommunications Agency (ANATEL), have officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to bolster their cooperation in the vital field of radio spectrum management. The signing took place in Geneva, on the sidelines of the ITU Council 2025 meetings.
The MoU was signed by Engineer Ahmad Abdulla AlMuslemani, President of CRA, and Carlos Manuel Baigorri, President of ANATEL. This agreement highlights both countries’ dedication to fostering collaboration for the efficient use of radio spectrum and the advancement of radiocommunication services. It also underscores their shared ambition to strengthen bilateral cooperation in the broader field of Information and Communications Technology (ICT).
Under the terms of the MoU, Qatar and Brazil will work together to manage the radio spectrum environment and jointly address radio spectrum monitoring, which includes satellite-based monitoring. They will also share expertise in education and training to support human resource development in radio spectrum management.
The agreement further facilitates cooperation in international conferences related to spectrum management, particularly those hosted by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) and other relevant organizations. This collaboration will enable the exchange of knowledge and best practices, improving program management for special events.
This strategic partnership aligns with the shared goals of both Qatar and Brazil to foster innovation, adapt to evolving technological landscapes, and build robust international cooperation within the telecommunications sector.
