China: Management Regulations for Terminal Device Direct Satellite Service 2025 including import licensing requirement enter into force

On 1 June 2025, the Management Regulations for Terminal Device Direct Satellite Service enter into force. The Regulation introduces a requirement for importers of satellite-capable terminal equipment to declare such goods to Customs and complete import formalities in accordance with the Radio Regulation. The measure is applicable to terminal equipment that is capable of establishing a direct connection with satellites and utilising radio frequencies.