Indonesia and Malaysia have reached significant agreements regarding radio frequency spectrum management during a recent meeting held in Surabaya on 27th and 28th Feb 2024. Key points include:

 

Agreements on technical parameters for Digital Sound Broadcasting (DSB) and the use of 3.3 GHz and 3.5 GHz frequencies for International Mobile Telecommunication (IMT).

 

Discussions on the distribution of Indonesia-Malaysia channels and the realization of the 3.5 GHz frequency percentage in Malaysia.

 

Coordination efforts to resolve interference and update regulations, particularly in border areas, led by Indonesia’s Directorate General of Postal and Information Resources and Equipment (Ditjen SDPPI).

 

Emphasis on mutual understanding to ensure spectrum usage aligns with respective needs without interference, highlighting the importance of ongoing communication and coordination.

 

The Indonesian delegation, headed by officials including Chair of the Frequency Spectrum Allocation Arrangement Team for the Broadcasting Service, Benny Elian, expressed optimism about the outcomes and future collaboration.