The Communications Regulatory Authority (CRA), representing the State of Qatar, participated in the 48th Meeting of the Technical Committee of the Telecommunications Technical Bureau at the General Secretariat of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), held in the Kingdom of Bahrain from January 20 to 22, 2026. The meeting brought together representatives of telecommunications regulatory authorities and technical experts from GCC member states to discuss regional priorities related to wireless communications and radio spectrum management.

The meeting serves as a key regional platform for coordination on technical and regulatory telecommunications matters, supporting alignment among GCC countries on spectrum management and wireless communication issues. This coordination contributes to unified regional positions at Arab and international levels and strengthens collective engagement in global regulatory processes in response to rapid technological change.

During the meeting, Qatar made several technical contributions demonstrating active engagement in discussions. The Qatari delegation presented a consensus working paper on the 6 GHz frequency band, addressing growing demand for wireless services and emphasizing the importance of balanced and forward-looking spectrum allocation approaches that support innovation while ensuring long-term sustainability.

Qatar also submitted a working paper focusing on applications installed on certain mobile devices, examining key regulatory and technical considerations, including impacts on network performance, consumer protection, and compliance with national regulatory frameworks. In addition, the delegation presented a working paper on harmful interference affecting positioning systems, outlining related technical challenges and potential mitigation solutions.

The meeting further provided an opportunity for Qatar to highlight its hosting of the ITU Plenipotentiary Conference 2026, reaffirming the country’s readiness to contribute to global decision-making in the field of information and communication technologies. This role reflects Qatar’s growing international profile and its commitment to promoting inclusive, secure, and future-ready digital development.

Through its participation and substantive contributions, CRA continues to support regional integration, strengthen cooperation among GCC countries, and advance shared objectives in spectrum management and wireless communications, contributing to a resilient and harmonized telecommunications environment across the Gulf region.