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TRA Publishes its Market Indicators Report
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here.
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here.
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TRA holds its annual retrospective meeting with the telecoms industry
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here.
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TRA Consults on the Regulation of the Wholesale International Inbound Calls
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To view the consultation paper click
here.
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TRA Announces the Revocation of Arabian Information Services W.L.L. Telecommunications Licenses
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To view the announcement click
here.
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TRA publishes Q4 of 2011 Report on Fixed Broadband Quality of Service
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To view the report click
here.
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TRA Attends International Conferences on Online Child Protection
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here.
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TRA Issues the Most Developed Telecommunications Consumer Protection Guidelines in the Region
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here.
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TRA Publishes a 2011 Report on Bahrain Internet Ecosystem
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To view the report click
here.
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TRA’s Notice on the Revocation of Arabian Net Information Services W.L.L. Licenses
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To view the notice click
here.
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TRA Publishes Consumer Protection Guidelines
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To view the Guidelines click here. To view Guidelines’ consultation report click here.
here.
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Getting a better understanding of the cost of providing telecommunications services in
Bahrain. TRA to develop, implement and use bottom-up cost models
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here.
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TRA Requires Mobile Operators to Inform Consumers of Data Roaming Charges
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To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA consults on the fair and reasonable charges of Batelco’s wholesale services
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To view the related press release click
here
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TRA Consults on Amending the Regulation on Notification of International Roaming Tariffs by SMS
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To view the consultation document click
here.
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TRA Receives International Recognition
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here.
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TRA’s General Director Receives HE the Ambassador of the Russian Federation
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here.
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TRA consults on a draft Order issued on Batelco’s Reference Offer
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To view the draft order click
here.
To view the presentation to the industry held on 3 November 2011 click
here.
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TRA Publishes a Position Paper on the Bottom-up Cost Models
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To view the position paper click
here.
To view the consultation’s report and responses received click
here.
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TRA Statement on Blackberry Data Services Interruptions
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here
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TRA Published Q3 of 2011 Report on Broadband Quality of Service
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To view the report click
here.
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TRA announces the Q3- 2011 Radio Frequency Measurement Report in the kingdom of Bahrain
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To view the report click
here.
To view the related press release click
here.
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Kingdom of Bahrain is the First in the Middle East and North Africa in Fixed Number Portability
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here.
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New National Telecommunications Plan Under Development
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here.
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TRA Releases Report on the Quality of Service of Fixed Broadband Services
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here
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TRA Publishes Price Benchmarking Study of Telecommunications Services in Arab Countries
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To view the full study click
here,
to view the consumer friendly report click
here
and to view the related press release
here.
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TRA Issues Notices to Batelco and Viva for Implementing Anti-competitive Prices for International Calls which Harm the Interests of Consumer
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To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA Publishes Q2- 2011 Broadband Quality of Service Report
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To view the report click
here.
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TRA Publishes a Study on Bahrain Internet Ecosystem
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To view the study report click
here.
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TRA Publishes Q2 of 2011 Report on Signal Levels Emitted from Telecommunications Masts
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To view the report click
here
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TRA Launches its 2010 Annual Report
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To view the annual report click here.
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here.
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TRA Presents the Price Benchmarking Study at the Arab Regulators’ Network 8th Annual General Meeting
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here.
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TRA Issues a Determination to Change the Audit Standard Applicable to Batelco’s Regulatory Accounts
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To view the determination click
here.
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TRA Announces the Extension of Fixed Number Portability Implementation Deadline
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To view the Announcement click
here.
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TRA unleashes consumers’ freedom of choice
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here
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Minister Responsible for Telecommunications Sector Receives TRA’s New General Director
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here
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TRA Publishes First Mobile Quality of Service Report
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here.
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TRA Publishes its New Schedule of Fees
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To view the schedule of fees click
here.
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TRA Empowers Consumers to Move Between Operators and Keep Same Phone Number
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here.
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TRA Publishes 2010 Mobile Quality of Service Report
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To view the report click
here.
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TRA Publishes Fixed Links Policy
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To view the policy click
here. To view the related press release click here
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Final Revocation Notice of Allied Engineering Group W.L.L. Individual International Telecommunications Services License
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To view the revocation notice click
here.
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TRA Publishes Its First Outdoor Mobile Coverage Report
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To view the report click
here.
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LLU Commercial Launch and Workshop with the Industry
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here.
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TRA to develop, implement and use bottom-up cost models
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To view the draft position paper click
here.
To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA’s Art Competition on “Online Safety” Rescheduled
Last date for submission 8th September 2011
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here.
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TRA Orders Batelco to Launch Local Loop Unbundling Service
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To view the non-confidential version of the order click
here.
To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA Publishes Q1- 2011 Report of the Signal Levels Emitted from Telecommunications Masts
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To view the report click
here.
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here.
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TRA Changes Its Call Centre’s Number to 81188
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here.
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TRA Releases Bahrain SafeSurf Newsletter on the Abuse of Social Media
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To view the newsletter click
here.
To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA Orders Moving Gulf Telecom W.L.L. to Cease and Desist All Telecommunications Services
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To view the order click
here.
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Revocation of Allied Engineering Group W.L.L. Individual International Telecommunications Services License
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To view the notice click
here.
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TRA Presents on Twitter “@TRABahrain”
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here.
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TRA Releases 2011 Q1 Report on the Quality of Service of Fixed Broadband Services
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To view the report click
here.
To view the related press release click
here.
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Decision on TRA case reference No. 01/11 – Atyaf Telecommunications (change of shareholding and acquisition)
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To view the decision click
here.
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TRA Press Statement about 2Connect
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here.
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Falcon Submarine Cable Service Disruption Update
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here.
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TRA Publishes a Regulation on the Commercial Bulk Messages
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To view the regulation and related document click
here.
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TRA Participates at Middle East Spectrum Conference
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here.
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Clarification on TRA Invitation of Expression of Interest in 1800 MHz Spectrum
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To view the clarification document click
here.
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TRA Participates at the Broadband World Forum
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here.
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Notice of Revocation of the Central Informatics Organisation Internet Service Provider Class License
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To view the notice click
here.
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TRA Hosts the First Meeting of Radiocommunications Consultative Committee
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here.
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TRA Warns Consumers on Scam Calls
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here.
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TRA Invites Expression of Interest in 1800 MHz Spectrum
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here.
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TRA Seeks a Company to Redesign its Website
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here.
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TRA Art Competition Deadline Extended to 9 May 2011
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here.
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Prior notification of a transaction under the Mergers and Acquisitions Regulation, TRA Case Reference No. 01/11 – Atyaf Telecommunications and Infrastructure W.L.L.
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To view the notification click
here.
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TRA Extends the Deadline for 2Connect to Cease Services
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To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA Invites Expression of Interest in 1800 MHz Spectrum
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To view the expression of interest document click
here.
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TRA Revokes All Licences Granted to 2Connect W.L.L
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here.
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TRA consults on the change of audit scope applicable to Batelco’s regulatory accounts
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To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA’s Seeks a Company to Redesign its Website
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To view the tender document click
here.
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TRA Consults on the Change of Audit Scope Applicable to Batelco’s Regulatory Accounts
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To view the consultation document click
here.
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TRA to Implement Customer Relations Management Solution
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To view the tender document click
here.
To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA – a New Member of the ICT Knowledge Club
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here.
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TRA Announces New Consultation Initiative with the Users of Radio Frequencies
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here.
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TRA Publishes a Study of Recent Trends to Internet Interconnection for the Kingdom of Bahrain and GCC Countries
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To view the study click
here.
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TRA Releases Its First SafeSurf Newsletter on Cyber Bullying and Online Abuse
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To view the Newsletter click
here.
To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA Orders Batelco and Sets Fair and Reasonable Charges to Its Wholesale Services
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To view the public version of the order click
here.
To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA Releases Its 2010 Q4 Report on the Quality of Service of the Fixed Broadband Services
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To view the report click
here.
To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA Releases its 2010 Q4 Report on the Level of Radio Signals from Telecommunications Masts
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To view the report click
here.
To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA to Implement an Online Telecommunications Services Tariffs Comparator
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To view the Tender document click
here.
To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA Releases Its 2010 Market Indicators Report
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To view the report click
here.
To view the related press release click
here.
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Notice on Revocation of Batelco’s Individual Licenses for Paging and PAMR Services
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To view the notice click
here.
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TRA and the Industry Highlights 2010 Achievements and 2011 Opportunities
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here.
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For the Second Year Comms MEA Awards TRA – Bahrain Best Regulator of the Year in the Middle East and Africa Region
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here.
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Non-opposition of a transaction under Telecommunications Mergers and Acquisitions Regulation, TRA Case Reference No. 09/10 – Bahrain Broadband CO. W.L.L.
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To view the decision click
here.
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TRA has not Licensed Viper Networks Company to Provide Telecommunications Services
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To view the press releases click
here.
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Notice of Revocation of Batelco’s Individual License for Paging Services and Individual License for Public Access Mobile Radio Services
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To view the notice click
here.
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TRA Publishes its SecondFixed Broadband Analysis Report
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To view the press releases click
here.
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Prior notification of a transaction under the Telecommunications Mergers and Acquisitions Regulation, TRA Case Reference No. 09/10 – Bahrain Broadband CO. W.L.L.
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To view the notification click
here.
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TRA Launches Its Second Art Competition on Online Safety
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To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA Aims for More Choice to Consumers over Batelco Fixed Copper Network
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To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA Publishes Number Portability Technical Specifications
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To view Number Portability Process specifications click
here.
To view Central System specifications click
here.
To view routing and charging specifications
here.
To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA Notifies Private Branch Exchange (PBX) Vendors, System Integrators, and Owners to Update their Dialling Rules
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To view the notice click
here.
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TRA Launches the Results of the State of the Nation Review for Online Safety
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To view the full study report click
here,
to view the study executive summary click
here.
To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA Publishes Its Q3 Report on Broadband Communications Quality of Service
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To view the report click
here.
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TRA Releases Its Q3 Report on the Signal Level Emitted from Telecommunications Masts
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To view the report, click
here.
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TRA Launches Its First State of the Nation Review on Online Safety “A Road Map for the Future”
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To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA has not Licensed Orange Telecom to Provide Mobile Services in Bahrain
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To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA Orders Internet Service Providers to Block Illegal Voice Services
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To view the order 4 of 2010 click
here,
to view the order 5 of 2010 click
here,
and to view the related press statement click
here.
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Non-opposition of a transaction under Telecommunications Mergers and Acquisitions Regulation, TRA Case Reference No. 08/10 – Etisalcom Bahrain Company W.L.L.
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To view the decision click
here.
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TRA Consults on the Regulation of commercial Bulk Messages
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To view the consultation paper click
here.
To view the position paper click
here.
To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA issues an Order against 2Connect Communications W.L.L on the blocking of websites
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To view the order click
here.
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Prior notification of a transaction under the Telecommunications Mergers and Acquisitions Regulation, TRA Case Reference No. 08/10 – Etisalcom Bahrain Company W.L.L.
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On 31 August 2010, the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) issued a prior notification of a transaction under the Telecommunications Mergers and
Acquisitions Regulation.
To view the notification click
here.
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TRA and the Mobile Operators Encourage Prepaid Mobile Subscribers to Register Personal Details to Avoid Service Suspension
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To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA Issues Supplementary Order to Emergency Order No. 1 of 2010
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To view the supplementary order click
here.
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TRA Publishes 2010 Price Benchmarking of Telecommunications Service in the Arab Countries
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To view the benchmarking study click here.
To view the methodology used click here.
To view the related press release click here.
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TRA Issues a Decision on Amending ISP and VAS Licenses
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To view the decision click
here.
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TRA Instructs the Mobile Operators to Properly Register Prepaid Mobile Subscribers
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To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA Statement on Blackberry Services Offered in Bahrain
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To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA Publishes Results of the Second Study on Bahrain Internet Ecosystem
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To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA Sets the Terms and Conditions for the Direct Access to the International FLAG Landing Station located in Batelco’s Premises
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To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA Issues an Emergency Order to Batelco on Retail Tariff of International Calls to India and Bangladesh
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To view the Order click
here.
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TRA Sets the Terms and Conditions for the Direct Access to the International FLAG Landing Station located in Batelco’s Premises
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To view the determination document click
here.
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TRA Attends the Egyptian Cyber Peace Initiative Meeting
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To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA Publishes a Study on Bahrain Internet Ecosystem
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To view the study report click
here.
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TRA Participates at the Submarine Networks Conference
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To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA Publishes its First Report on Broadband Communications Quality of Service
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To view the report click
here.
To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA Releases Its Q2 Report on the Signal Level Emitted from Telecommunications Masts
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To view the report, click
here.
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New Policy for the Establishment of a National Broadband Network in Bahrain
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To view the policy Statement click
here.
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TRA Participates at the Arab Regulators’ Network 7th General Annual Meeting
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To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA – Bahrain Seeks a Firm to Perform a Nationwide Mobile Quality of Service Audit
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To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA Releases its Number Portability Regulation
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To view the regulation click
here.
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Further Notice on Revocation of Telecommunications License
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To view the notice click
here.
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GCC Telecommunications Ministers Approve Maximum Cap for International Roaming within GCC Countries
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To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA – Bahrain Seeks a Firm to Perform a Nationwide Mobile Quality of Service Audit
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To view the request for proposals click
here.
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Further Notice on Revocation of Telecommunications Licenses
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To view the notice click
here.
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For the Third Time Consumers and Business Users Meet with Telecommunications Companies and Raise Issues of Concerns
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To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA issues Emergency Order Against Batelco
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To view the order click
here.
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Number Block Withdrawal Announcement
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To view the announcement click
here.
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TRA Publishes the Arab League’s Request for Information on the Management of the Internet Generic Top-Level Domain “.arab” and".عرب"
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To view the request for information click
here.
To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA Publishes Its First Quarterly Report for 2010 on the Level of Radio Signals from Telecommunications Masts in Bahrain
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To view the report click
here.
To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA Shares its Experience at the Broadband Global Summit
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To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA Announces the Winners of its Art Competition
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To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA Notice on Revocation and Assignment of Licenses
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To view the notice click
here.
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TRA its Emergency Order No. 1 of 2010
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To view the order, click
here.
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TRA Bahrain Concludes Bahrain Campaign for online Safety
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To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA Appoints the Judging Panel for its Art Competition
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To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA Promotes Ahmed Aldoseri to Director of ICT
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To view the related press release click
here.
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First Copper Lines Unbundled in Bahrain
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To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA Bahrain leads the Region on Protecting the Users of the Internet. TRA announces Bahrain Campaign for Online Safety Conference.
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To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA Consults on its Draft Three-Year Work Plan,
Plan focuses on the sector development, safeguarding the consumers and the transition to an ICT environment
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To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA Market Indicators Reports Shows Fixed Line Subscribers Continued to Grow, Mobile Users reached 1.4 Million and Broadband Subscribers Grow by 23%
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To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA Consults on its Draft Three-Year Work Plan for 2010 - 2012
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To view the draft work plan click
here.
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H.E. Shaikh Ahmed bin Ateyatalla Al Khalifa Officially Opens TRA New Offices
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To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA Extends the Deadline of its Art Competition
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To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA Bahrain Concludes its Conference on “Achieving Ubiquitous Broadband Networks”
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To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA Bahrain Hosts Conference on “Achieving Ubiquitous Broadband Networks”
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To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA introduces new competition-based framework for the regulation of retail tariff which paves the way for the de-regulation of Batelco’s
mobile tariffs and calls to certain international destinations
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To view the related press release click
here.
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New Regime for Retail Tariffs Regulation and Competition Guidelines
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To view the Retail Tariffs Guidelines and related documents click
here.
To view the Competition Guidelines and related documents click
here.
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TRA Publishes Its Fourth Report on the Level of Radio Signals from
Telecommunications Masts in Bahrain
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To view the related press release click
here.
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SAMENA to support TRA Bahrain’s “Achieving Ubiquitous Broadband Networks” Conference
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To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA Determines Batelco and Zain Dominant in the Provision of Termination Services on their Mobile Networks
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To view the determination paper click
here,
to view the position paper click
here.
To view the related press release click
here.
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Bahrain Scores the First Position in the Telecommunications Infrastructure
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To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA Consults on Spectrum Issues
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To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA Remind Consumers of the Directory Inquiry Charges Following the removal of
the pre recorded message of the tariff when calling 181 and 188 by Batelco
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To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA Issues Lawful Access Regulation
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To view the regulation click
here.
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TRA issues Telecommunications Radio Frequency Spectrum Consultations
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To view the consultations document click
here.
To view the related documents click
here.
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TRA Steps in and Fines Batelco for Failure to Meet its Obligations to Other Licensed Operators
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To view the order issued on Batelco click
here. To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA Issues New Call Shops Procedure
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To view the procedure click
here
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General Director of TRA Steps down from his Position
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To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA Sets the Regulated Rate of Return Applicable to the Regulated Telecommunications Services of Batelco and Zain at 9.5%
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To view the determination click
here.
To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA Continues to Monitor Mobile Operators Compliance with Safety Standards
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To view the report click
here. To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA Hosts the First Europe, Middle East and North Africa Regional Telecommunications Conference
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To view the related press release click
here.
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Consumers Raise Issues of Concern Directly to Licensed Telecom Operators
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To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA is publishing a Renesys Study on Bahrain Internet Ecosystem
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To view the study click
here. To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA and ISPs Support the Ministry of Culture and Information to Stop Pornography and copyright infringement on the Dream Boxes
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To view the related press release click
here.
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Signal Levels from Mobile Base Station Antennas in Hamad Town and Jidhafs are Very Small and well below the Legal Limit
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To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA Announces the names of Qualified Licensed Operators for Local Loop Unbundling Field Test
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To view the announcement click
here.
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TRA to Perform Quality of Service Checks on Mobile Services
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To view the report on the press release click
here.
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TRA Issues Amendment of Regulation on Notification of International Roaming Tariffs by SMS
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To view the Resolution amending the regulation, click
here. To view the report on the consultation click
here.
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TRA agree on New Procedure for the Erection of Wireless Masts with Central and Muharraq Municipalities |
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To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA Approves Overall Reduction in Prices for Batelco Wholesale Services |
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To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA Supports Alternative Supply of Broadband Services over Batelco’s Fixed Network
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To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA Supports Alternative Supply of Broadband Services over Batelco’s Fixed Network
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To view the Access order on Batelco click
here.
To view the Dominance Determination on Wholesales Broadband Market on Batelco
click
here.
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TRA Initiates Legal Enforcement Actions Against Batelco for Refusal to Provide Direct Access to International Circuits Provided by Flag |
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To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA Appoints Specialist ICT Security Advisor |
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To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA Discusses Radiocommunications Masts and Aerials with the Industry |
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To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA Proposes a Procedure for the Erection of Wireless Networks
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To view the related press release click
here.
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Repeal of the Determination on the Methodology for the Definition of Telecommunications Markets and Methodology for Determining Market Power
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To view the draft determination click
here.
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TRA General Director Receives the Ambassador of the United States of America |
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To view the press release click
here.
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TRA Locates and Stops Spectrum Users Violating the Terms of their Frequency Licences |
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To view the press release click
here.
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TRA Launches its 2008 Annual Report
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To view the press release click
here.
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TRA Discusses the Benefits of Wireless Technologies with Municipality Councils |
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To view the press release click
here.
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TRA Continues to Develop the Skills of its Bahraini Staff
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To view the press release click
here.
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TRA Locates and Stops Illegal Use of Telecommunications Frequencies
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To view the press release click
here.
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TRA Searches for Unlicensed Radio Frequencies Users
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To view the press release click
here.
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TRA Proposes to set the Cost of Capital Applicable to the Regulated Telecommunications Activities of Batelco and Zain at 9%
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To view the press release click
here.
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Non-opposition of a transaction under Telecommunications Mergers and Acquisitions Regulation, TRA Case Reference No. 03/09 – Etisalcom Bahrain Company W.L.L. (change of Shareholding)
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To view the decision click
here.
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TRA Proposes to set the Cost of Capital Applicable to the Regulated Telecommunications Activities of Batelco and Zain at 9%
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To view the draft determination on the cost of capital of Batelco and Zain click
here.
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TRA Represents the Telecommunications Sector in Two Conferences for MENA Region on WiMAX, National Security and Infrastructure Protection |
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To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA Appoints an Industry Expert to Conduct Measurements of Broadband Quality of Service
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To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA Invites Businesses and Consumers to Show Interest in Number Portability Service
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To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA Proposes the Protection of Consumers’ Privacy from Unwanted Promotional Messages
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To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA Seeks to Appoint Consultancy Firm for the Development and Implementation of Cost Models for Telecommunications Services
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To view the Tender document click
here.
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TRA Extends the Deadline for Number Portability Development Tender
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TRA announces that the deadline for receiving responses to the Tender titled “Managing the Development of Number Portability in Bahrain” has been extended to 1300 Hrs (GMT +0:00), on 30 July 2009. To view the Tender click
here.
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TRA Seeks to Appoint a Consultancy Company to Measure Quality of Service of Mobile Services
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To view the tender document click
here.
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TRA Announces New Communications and Consumer Affairs Director
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To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA Consults on the Protection of Consumers’ Privacy from Unwanted Promotional Messages
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To view the consultation document click here.
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Prior notification of a transaction under the Telecommunications Mergers and Acquisitions Regulation,
TRA Case Reference No. 03/09 – Etisalcom Bahrain Company W.L.L. (change of ownership)
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On 5 July 2009, the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) issued a Prior notification of a transaction under the Telecommunications Mergers and Acquisitions Regulation. To view the notification click here.
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TRA Publishes the Arabic Consultation Paper on Consumer Protection Guidelines
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To view the consultation paper click here.
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Non-opposition of a transaction under Telecommunications Mergers and Acquisitions Regulation, TRA case reference No. 02/09 – Orbit Communications Company W.L.L. (change of ownership)
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To view the decision click
here.
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TRA Extends the Deadline for Responses to its Consultation on Telecommunications Infrastructure Deployment in New Property Developments
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TRA has decided to extend the deadline for responses to its consultation paper on telecommunications
infrastructure deployment in new property developments. The deadline changed from 25 June 2009 to 4:00 pm on 31 July 2009 to view the consultation paper click
here.
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TRA and TAMKEEN Discuss ICT Regulatory Training Program to Develop Skills of Bahrainis in the Telecommunications Sector |
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To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA Publishes the Non Confidential Order on Batelco Concerning Charges
the Bitstream and Wholesale DSL Services |
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To view the order click
here.
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TRA Consults on its Amended Consultation Process Regulation |
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To view the consultation paper click
here.
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TRA Promotes the Protection of Consumers’ Interest
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To view the consultation paper click
here.
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TRA Consults on its Draft Consumer Protection Guidelines |
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To view the consultation paper click
here.
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TRA Promotes Consumer Choice in Telecommunications Services in New Property Developments |
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To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA Issues 2009 Price Benchmarking Study of Telecommunications Services in Arab Countries |
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To view the benchmarking report click
here. To view the methodology click
here. To view the related press release click
here.
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Prior notification of a transaction under the Telecommunications Mergers and Acquisitions Regulation, TRA Case Reference No. 02/09 – Orbit Communications Company W.L.L. (change of ownership) |
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On 7 June 2009, the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) issued a
Prior notification of a transaction under the Telecommunications Mergers and
Acquisitions Regulation. To view the notification click
here.
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TRA Continuous Work on Quality of Service |
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To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA Issues its 2008 Telecommunications market indicators Report |
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To view the report click
here.
To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA is proposing a new framework for regulating the tariffs of operators with significant market power and inviting Batelco to
prepare a rebalancing plan for fixed line services. |
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To view the consultation paper on retail tariff framework click
here.
To view the draft rebalancing paper click
here.
To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA Promotes State-of-the-Art
Telecommunications Infrastructure in New Property Developments |
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On 27 May 2009, TRA published for a public consultation a draft Position Paper
on the deployment of telecommunications networks in new property
developments. To view the position paper click
here. To view the related press release click
here.
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Consumers and Businesses have Choice of New Telephone Numbers Developments |
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To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA Hosts a Seminar on the Radiation Emitted from Mobile Masts |
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To view the related presentation click
here. To view the related press release click
here.
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Bahrain Broadband is the Successful Bidder for the GSM 1800 Guard Band
Frequency Licence |
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To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA will on the 17th May open the financial bid for a radio spectrum
licence |
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To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA Issues a Consultation Document on Amending the Regulation on Notification of International Roaming Tariffs by SMS |
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To view the related press release click here.
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TRA – Bahrain Seeks a Consultancy Firm to Assist in Broadband Quality of Service Measurement Project |
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To view the Request for Proposal click here. To view the related press release click here.
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TRA Bahrain Hosts the Telecommunications and Media Forum |
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To view the related press release click here.
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TRA Addresses the Issue of Overly High Tariffs for Mobile Roaming within the Arab Region |
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On 20 April 2009, TRA published for public consultation, a draft Memorandum of Understanding for Arab Countries, on the Regulation of International Mobile Roaming. To view the consultation papers click here. To view the related press release click here.
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TRA – Bahrain to Appoint a Consultancy Firm to Assist in Developing a Policy for Telecommunications Universal Service & Access as well as High speed Broadband |
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To view the Request for Proposal click here.To view the related press release click here
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Non-opposition of a transaction under Telecommunications Mergers and Acquisitions Regulation, TRA case reference no. 1/09 – Etisalcom Bahrain W.L.L. (Amendments to Shareholders) |
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To view the decision click here.
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TRA issues draft order to Batelco to reduce broadband prices
and launch higher speed services
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To view the related press release click here.
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TRA marks the end of the prepaid registration project
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To view the related press release click here.
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TRA Enters a New phase in Support of 2030 Economic Strategy
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To view the related press release click here.
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TRA Consults on Telecommunications Equipment Approval Regime
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On 5 March 2009, TRA has issued a draft regulation on Telecommunications Equipment Approval Regime. To view the regulation document click here. To view the related press release click here.
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TRA to Assist Interested Parties in Responding to the Draft Regulation on National Security
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To view the related press release click here.
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TRA Hands Over 3rd Mobile Licence to STC
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To view the related press release click here.
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A Public Consultation on the Regulation concerning the requirements of National Security
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On 25 February 2009, TRA has issued a public consultation on the regulation concerning the requirements of National Security. To view the regulation click here. To view the related press release click here.
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TRA Re Launches GSM Guard Band Frequency Licence Auction |
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. To view the related press release click here.
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Saudi Telecommunications Company is the Successful Bidder for the 3rd Mobile Licence in Bahrain.
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To view the related press release
click here.
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One Prequalified Bid for the Third Mobile Licence Auction |
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To view the related press release
click here.
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TRA gives 3 month reprieve to existing prepaid mobile users to register their personal details |
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To view the related press release
click here.
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Report on the Responses received to TRA’s Consultation |
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Report on the Responses received to TRA’s Consultation on a Draft Regulation on Notification of International Roaming Tariffs by
SMS, to view the report
click here.
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Telecommunications Infrastructure Deployment |
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On December 2008, TRA has issued a Report on Consultation for Guidelines for Telecommunications Infrastructure Deployment, to view the report click here. And to view the guidelines click here.
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Roaming SMS Regulation |
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On July 17 2008, TRA has issued a Roaming SMS Regulation, to view the regulation click here.
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TRA’s Board Approves 2009 Budget and Schedule of Fees Paid by Operators |
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To view the related press release click here.
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TRA to Declare Batelco and Zain Dominant in Mobile Termination Services |
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On 25 Novemebr 2008, TRA has issued for a public consultation a Draft Statement on the regulation of the mobile termination services and a Draft Determination declaring both Batelco and Zain are dominant in the mobile terminations markets. To view the Draft Statement click here To view the Draft Determination click here.
To view the related press release click here |
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3rd Mobile Auction Bid Submission Deadline Extended |
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To view the related press release click here.
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TRA Publishes Responses to the Questions Received on the Invitation to Tender Document for the GSM 1800 Guard Band Auction |
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To view the Questions and Answers document click here.
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TRA A Model for Excellence in Bahrain |
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To view the related press release click here.
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TRA extends the deadline for submitting comments on Competition Guidelines Consultation |
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On 10 November 2008, TRA has decided to extend the deadline for responses to its consultation on Competition Guidelines to 1 February 2009. TRA has received representations that a longer period of time should be allowed for the consideration of the important and complex issues involved. TRA hopes that this extension will assist in encouraging all stakeholders to review and provide their comments. To view the consultation click here.
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TRA Exchanges views with Hong Kong’s Regulator |
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To view the related press release click here.
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Competition Guidelines Aim to Ensure a Fair Deal to Consumers and Suppliers |
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On 4 November 2008, TRA has issued a draft competition guidelines for a public consultation, to view the draft guidelines click here.
To view the related press release click here.
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3rd Mobile Licence Auction Timetable Update |
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To view the related press release click here.
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TRA and Consultant to Implement Local Loop Unbundling |
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To view the related press release click here.
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TRA Publishes Responses to the Questions Received from the Registered Prospective Bidders for the 3rd Mobile Licence Auction
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On 23 October 2008, TRA has published its responses to the questions received from the registered prospective bidders. To view the questions and answer document click here. To view the amendments document to the Invitation to Tender click here.
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One Licence to Provide Advanced Telecommunications Services using the GSM 1800 Guard Band Frequencies to be Auctioned
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On 22 October 2008, TRA issued Invitation to Tender to auction one frequency licence on the GSM 1800 Guard band. To view the Invitation to Tender and register for the auction click here. To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA extends the deadline for submitting feedback on Number Portability Consultation
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On 21 October 2008, TRA has decided to extend the deadline for responses to its consultation on Number Portability to 30 November 2008 from 13 November 2008. TRA has received representations that a longer period of time should be allowed for the consideration of the important and complex issues involved. The TRA hopes that this extension will assist in encouraging a wider interest in Number Portability. To view the consultation click here.
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Four Companies Registered for the Third Mobile Licence Auction in Bahrain
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To view the related press release click here.
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TRA Issues a Draft Regulation on Number Portability for Public Consultation
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On 14 October 2008, TRA has issued for a public consultation a draft regulation on Number Portability. To view the draft regulation consultation click here.To view the explanatory document click here.To view the explanatory document click here. To view the related press release click here.
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TRA Hosts a Seminar on the Establishment of Bahrain Telecommunications Business Users Association
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On 13 October 2008, TRA and Business Users Advisory Group hosted a seminar on establishong an association for business users. To view TRA’s General Director presentation click here.To view the presentation of Communications Management Association of the United Kingdom click here
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TRA Supports establishing an Association for Telecommunications Business Users in Bahrain
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To view the related press release click here.
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TRA Businesses Users Advisory Group prepares for establishment of association to activate consumers’ role
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To view the related press release click here.
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3rd Mobile Invitation to Tender Clarifications
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On 5 October 2008, TRA issued clarifications on the pre-qualification criteria of the third mobile licence auction process. To view the clarifications click here.
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3rd Mobile Licence will be Auctioned
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On 16 September 2008, TRA issued an invitation to Tender document for the third mobile licence auction process. To view the document and register in the Auction process click here.To view the related press release click here.
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TRA Mandates Operators to report on their Quality of Service
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On 11 September 2008, TRA has issued a regulation on Quality of Service. To view the regulation click here. To view the related press release click here.
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Updated National Telephone Numbering Plan Released
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On 10 September 2008, TRA has issued updated National Numbering Plan. To view the plan click here, to view the related regulation click here , to view the related public notice click here , and to view the related press release click here.
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TRA’s General Director Receives the Ambassador of Germany
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To view the related press release click here.
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New Measure to Develop Competition in Telecom Market
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To view the related press release click here.
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TRA Consults on the Migration of Telecommunications Frequencies
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On 14 August 2008, TRA had issued a consultation paper on the Migration of Telecommunications Frequencies. To view the consultation document click here.
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TRA’s Ahmed Aldoseri Promoted to ICT Operations Manager
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To view the related press release click here.
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TRA Aims to Encourage Sharing of Telecom Masts and associated Facilities
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On 11 August 2008, TRA has issued for public consultation a draft regulation on Wireless Telecommunications Network Facility Sharing. To view the draft regulation click here. To view the related press release here.
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TRA Announces 2007 Achievements and Presents its Annual Report
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On 30 July 2008, TRA held a press conference to announce its 2007 achievements and presents its Annual Report. To view TRA 2007 Annual Report Click here. To view TRA General Director presentation click here. To view the related press release click here.
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TRA Appoints a Consultancy Firm to Design and Manage a Competitive Process for the Award of the Third Mobile Operator Licence
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To view the related press release click here
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The Telecommunications Business Users Advisory Group Held its Sixth Meeting of the Year
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To view the related press release click here
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The Telecommunications Consumer Advisory Group Holds its Seventh Meeting
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To view the related press release click here
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TRA Proposes to Mandate Mobile Operators to Register Subscribers’ Personal Details for Prepaid Mobile Services.
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To view the draft decision click here. To view the related press release click here..
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Final Statement on the Consultation for the Individual Value Added Services License.
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To view the related report click here.
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TRA Hosts a Discussion on the Deployment of Telecommunications Networks in New Property Developments
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On 16 June 2008, TRA hosted a meeting with all interested parties, to discuss the regulatory aspects of deploying telecommunications infrastructure in the new property developments. To view the consultant presentation click here, to view TRA presentation click here. To view consultants report click here. To view the related press release click here.
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TRA and Batelco Jointly Discuss Wholesale Services with Other Licensed Operators
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On 26 June 2008, TRA hosted a meeting on Batelco's newly approved Reference Offer. To view TRA presentation click here
. To view the related press release click here
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TRA Facilitates Summer Training Program for British School Student
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To view the related press release click here
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TRA Hosts a Meeting with Licensees to Discuss Batelco's Wholesale Services Offerings
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To view the related press release click here
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TRA Hosts a Meeting with Licensees to Discuss Batelco's Wholesale Services Offerings
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To view the related press release click here
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TRA works to enable subscribers to retain their numbers when changing operators
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To view the related press release click here
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TRA Releases a Revised National Numbering Plan
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On 22 June 2008, TRA issued a revised national numbering plan for public comment. To view the revised plan click here. To view the related report click here. To view the related press release click here
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TRA’s Newly Appointed Board Holds First Meeting
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The newly appointed Board of Directors of TRA held their first meeting on 19th June 2008. to view the related press release click here
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TRA Hosts a Discussion on the Deployment of Telecommunications Networks in New Property Developments
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On 16 June 2008, TRA hosted a meeting with all interested parties, to discuss the regulatory aspects of deploying telecommunications infrastructure in the new property developments. To view the consultant presentation click
here, to view TRA presentation click here. To view the related press release click here
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Clarification and Extension of Deadline for Submitting Consultancy Proposals for the Award Process of the Third Mobile Network Operator Licence
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On 17 June 2008, TRA issued a document clarifying and extending the deadline for submitting proposals for the design and management of a competitive process for the award of a 3rd Mobile Network Operator (MNO) Licence in the Kingdom of Bahrain. To view the document click
here
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TRA to Appoint Consultancy Firm to Develop Competition Guidelines and Tariff Notification Guidelines
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On 8 June 2008, TRA issued an invitation to consultancy firms to submit their proposals for developing competition guidelines and tariff notification guidelines. To view the invitation click here.
To view the related press release click here
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TRA publishes independent price benchmarking study of telecommunications services in Arab countries
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On 8 June 2008, TRA released a price benchmarking study for the Arab countries. To view the study click here. To view the methodology click here. To view the related press release
click here.
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Non-opposition of a transaction under Telecommunications Mergers and Acquisitions Regulation, TRA case reference no. 2/08 – Etisalcom Bahrain W.L.L. (change of ownership)
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On 5 June 2008, the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority decided not to oppose the abovementioned transaction and to declare it compatible with the Telecommunications Mergers and Acquisitions Regulation. To view the decision click here
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Notice on Revocation of Swiftel International Company W.L.L.'s Licenses
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On 5 June 2008, TRA issued a notice of revocation of Swiftel International Company W.L.L’s ISL and VAS licenses, to view the notice click here
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Non-opposition of a transaction under Telecommunications Mergers and Acquisitions Regulation
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TRA case reference no. 1/08 – Bahrain Broadband Company W.L.L - Re-Distribution of Shares amongst the Existing Shareholders (Mahmood Mahmood Hussain and Shawqi Mahmood Mahmood Hussain) and Kleos Offshore s.a.l
(New Shareholder). to view the announcement click here
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TRA Ready to Implement a Package of Regulatory Measures to Further Promote the Interests of Consumers and Competition
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On 3 June 2008, TRA issued its final decision on the Strategic and Retail Market Review to view the final statement click here. To view the Determination of Significant Market Power click here. To view the report on responses received click here. To view the related press release click here
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TRA's General Director Addresses the Strategic Telecoms Summit in Adu Dhabi
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To view TRA's General Director presentation click here.
To view the related press release click here.
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TRA Publishes its Audited Financials for the Year 2007
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To view the related press release click here.
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TRA to Appoint a Consultancy Firm to Assist in Designing and Managing the Process of Selection the Third Mobile Network Operator in Bahrain
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On 21 May 2008, TRA issued an invitation to consultancy firms to submit their proposals for assisting in designing and managing the award process of the third Mobile license in Kingdom of Bahrain. To view the invitation to submit proposals click here. To view the related press release click here.
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Prior notification of a transaction under the Telecommunications Mergers and Acquisitions Regulation, TRA Case Reference No. 02/08 – Etisalcom Bahrain W.L.L. (change of ownership)
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On 21 May 2008, the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) issued a Prior notification of a transaction under the Telecommunications Mergers and Acquisitions Regulation. To view the notification click here.
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TRA Extends the Deadline for Submitting the Technical and Financial Proposals to set-up and operate the Telecommunications Technical Office.
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On 18 May 2008, The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority has decided to extend the deadline for the interested parties to submit their Technical and Financial Proposals to set-up and operate the Telecommunications Technical Office. The submission deadline has been extended until 1st June 2008 from originally 22nd May 2008 as TRA received several requests from interested firms with this regard to enable a careful and comprehensive study of the subject. TRA hopes that this extension will assist in encouraging a wider interest in setting-up and operating the Telecommunications Technical Office for further competition in the telecommunication sector. To view the Tender Document click here.
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Prior notification of a transaction under the Telecommunications Mergers and Acquisitions Regulation, TRA Case Reference No. 01/08 – Bahrain Broadband Company W.L.L - Re-Distribution of Shares amongst the Existing Shareholders (Mahmood Mahmood Hussain and Shawqi Mahmood Mahmood Hussain) and Kleos Offshore s.a.l (New Shareholder)
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On 18 May 2008, the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) issued a Prior notification of a transaction under the Telecommunications Mergers and Acquisitions Regulation. To view the notification click here.
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TRA Consults on Quality of Service Draft Regulation
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On 14 May 2008, TRA has issued for public consultation, a draft regulation on quality of service. To view the draft regulation click here.
To view the related press release click here.
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TRA Praises Batelco for Fulfilling its Obligations to Provide Leased Line Services Requested by Alternative Operators
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To view the related press release click
here.
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Six Undertakings Interested in Becoming the Third Mobile Operator in Bahrain
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To view the related press release click
here.
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Telecommunications' Consumer Advisory Group Raises Issues of Concern and Interest Directly to Batelco's Chief Executive
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To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA Receives Two Students to Discuss Radiation from Telecommunications Base Station
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To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA Concludes the Evaluation of the Proposals for Number Portability Consultancy Project
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On 24 April 2008, TRA has announced that it has concluded the evaluation of the proposals submitted for Number Portability Consultancy Project, and consequently selected a winning consultancy firm. The evaluation committee of five members evaluated all bids based on previously published technical & financial criteria, followed by an averaging process of all awarded marks. Work on the Number Portability Project is expected to commence by mid May 2008.
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TRA to Outsource the Operations of a Telecommunications Technical Office
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On 21 April 2008, TRA has issued an invitation to engineering firms to submit their technical and financial proposals to take over the responsibilities of and operate the Telecommunications Technical Office.
To view the request for proposals click
here.
To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA Hosts a Discussion with all Stakeholders to develop a National Spectrum Planning and Allocation Policy
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On 16 April 2008, TRA hosted a meeting to discuss the National Spectrum policy.
To view the presentations click
here.
To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA's General Director Speaks at the Middle East Network Operators Group Meeting
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To view the related press release click
here.
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Arab Regulators for Telecommunications Discuss Environmental Issues
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To view the related press release click
here.
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Arab Regulators for Telecommunications Have Agreed on a Set of Recommendations which will result in reduced International Mobile Roaming Charges
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To view the related press release click
here.
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Arab Regulators for Telecommunications Gather in Bahrain to Share Experiences and Discuss Alignment of Regulatory Policies
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To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA Bahrain Invites the Industry to Express Interest and Opinions on the Award Process of the 3rd Mobile Operator Licence
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On 3 April 2008, TRA Bahrain has published an invitation for the telecommunications industry to express interest and opinions on the Aspects of the Award Process of the 3rd Mobile Network Operator (MNO) Licence.
To view the document click
here.
To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA fines Batelco BD 100,000 for not providing wholesale leased line services to 2Connect
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On 30 March 2008, The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) issued an order against Batelco for its failure to provide wholesale leased line services to 2Connect. To view the order click here. To view the related press release click here.
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The Telecommunications Consumer Advisory Group meets for the Third Time during this Year
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The Telecommunications Consumer Advisory Group met for the third time. To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA Requires Mobile Operators to Notify Customers of the Roaming Charges through SMS
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On 27 March 2008, TRA issued a consultation document on proposed Regulation requiring mobile operators to notify their customers of international roaming tariffs through SMS.
To view the consultation document click
here
. To view the related press release click
here
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TRA Issues Draft Guidelines on Telecommunications Infrastructure Deployment
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On 25 March 2008, TRA issued for public consultation a Draft Guidelines for
Telecommunications Infrastructure Deployment. To view the consultation document
click here. To view the related press release
click here
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TRA consults on introduction of new Value Added Services licence
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On 19 March 2008, TRA issued a consultation on the possibility of introducing a new Value Added Services licence. To view the consultation document
click here. To view the related press release click here
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TRA to Appoint a Consultant to Identify the Best Methodology for Implementing Number Portability
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On 6 March 2008, TRA issued a tender for number portability study. To view the Terms of Reference of the tender click
here. To view the related press release
click here.
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TRA Considers Legal Action Against Batelco
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On 5 March 2008, TRA issued a press release on its concerns regarding Batelco's advertising new services which are still pending TRA's approval. To view the press release
click here.
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TRA Introduces a Package of Regulatory Measures to Further Promote Competition
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On 28 February 2008, TRA hosted a press conference on the results of the Strategic and Retail Market Review (SRMR),
to view the presentation click
here,
to view the SRMR report click
here,
to view the Draft Statement on SRMR click
here,
to view the Draft Determination of Significant Market Power click
here.
To view the request for comment on the Draft Statement on SRMR and Draft Determination of Significant Market Power click
here,
and to view the related press release click
here.
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Consumer and Business Users Advisory Groups meet with Operators on Issues of Concerns
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To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA Facilitates a Meeting Between Operators and Consumer Advisory Groups on Issues of Concerns
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To view the related press release click
here.
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Bahrain Telecom Sector Liberalization is a Success
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On 13 February 2008, TRA issued its report on Telecommunications Services Indicators in the Kingdom.
To view the report click
here
, to view TRA's General Director presentation click
here
, to view the related press release click
here.
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Security Advise to licensed operators
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On 13 February 2008, TRA published a security advise to licensed operators, to view the document clik
here.
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TRA Encourages Batelco to Compensate Fairly Both Wholesale and Retail Customers for Internet Disruption
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To view the related press release click
here.
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Questionnaire on regulatory issues related to the deployment of new telecom networks
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On 4 February 2008, TRA issued a questionnaire on regulatory issues related to the deployment of telecommunications networks in new property developments. To view the related questionnaire click
here.
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TRA Relies on Bahraini Skills in its Operations
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To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA’s New Telecommunications Access and Infrastructure Manager works to facilitate the deployment of new competitive infrastructure
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To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA Establishes the New Consumer and Business Advisory Groups
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On 6 January 2008, TRA announced the establishment of the new Consumer and Business Advisory Groups, to view the related press release click
here.
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Non-opposition of a transaction under Telecommunications Mergers and Acquisitions Regulation, TRA Case Reference No. 05/07 – IMC Telecom W.L.L - IMC Telecom Inc. transfer of shares to R. Debbane/ M. Kaddoura/ N. Saikali/ P. Jabre/ A. Kettanah
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On 27 December 2007, the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority decided not to oppose the abovementioned transaction and to declare it compatible with the Telecommunications Mergers and Acquisitions Regulation. To view the decision click
here.
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TRA in the Fast Lane
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On 10 December 2007, TRA staff and their families enjoyed the end of year celebrations at the BIC carting centre. To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA Praises Telecom Operators for Their Investments in Expanding New Telecommunications Services
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On 11 December 2007, TRA hosted its end of year review meeting with members of the telecommunications industry.
To view TRA presentation click
here.
To view the related press release click
here.
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Shaikha Haya Bint Rashed Al Khalifa Heads TRA’s Consumer Advisory Group
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On 12 December 2007, The Chairman of the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority Dr. Mohammed Al Ghatam officially appointed Shaikha Haya bint Rashed Al Khalifa as the Chairperson of TRA’s Consumer Advisory Group. To view the related press release click
here.
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Prior notification of a transaction under the Telecommunications Mergers and Acquisitions Regulation, TRA Case Reference No. 05/07 – IMC Telecom W.L.L - IMC Telecom Inc. transfer of shares to R. Debbane/ M. Kaddoura/ N. Saikali/ P. Jabre/ A. Kettanah
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On 11 December 2007, the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) issued a Prior notification of a transaction under the Telecommunications Mergers and Acquisitions Regulation. To view the notification click
here.
To view the correction document click
here.
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Public Consultation on Possible Changes to Batelco’s RIO RAO
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here.
To view the correction document
click here
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TRA and Arab Regulators Discuss Mobile Roaming Charges
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On 19th and 20th November 2007, the Telecommunication Regulatory Authority (TRA) hosted the Arab Regulators Network working group meeting on mobile roaming charges. To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA Announces More the 30% Growth in Employment and 74% Growth in the Telecom Market
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On 20 November 2007, TRA's General Director presented the Liberalization of the Telecommunications sector in the Kingdom to the Bahrain British Business Forum (BBBF),
to view the presentation click here.
To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA Announces the Next Steps for Finalising the Strategic and Retail Market Review
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On13 November 2007, The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority announced the next steps for finalising the Strategic and Retail Review.
To view the responses received click
here.
To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA Leads Regional Working Group on Consumer Protection
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On 7 November 2007, The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority led and hosted the Arab Regulators Network's working group meeting on consumer protection. To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA's General Director Presents the Liberalization of Telecommunications sector to the Crown Prince of Belgium
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On 5 November 2007, The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority's General Director Mr. Alan Horne presented the Liberalization of the Telecommunications sector in the Kingdom to His Royal Highness Prince Philippe the Crown Prince of Belgium. To view the presentation click
here.
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TRA Hosts Training on Regulatory Issues
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On 5 November 2007, the Telecommunication Regulatory Authority hosted Regulatory Master Class training for a period of three days, to view the related press release click
here.
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Bahrain Participates in Shaping the Future Use of Radiocommunications
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TRA and Ministry of Transportation attended the plenary session of the World Radiocommunications Conference organized by the International Telecommunications Union, to view the related press release click
here.
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TRA and Operators Discuss Public Concerns Regarding Radiation from Mobile Base Stations
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On 26 September 2007, TRA met with representatives from Batelco, Zain and Menatelecom to discuss the public concerns with regard to possible effects of radiation from mobile base stations on human health. To view the related press release click here.
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TRA Bahrain signs Memorandum of Understanding with TRA Lebanon
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On September 22nd 2007 TRA Bahrain signed a Memorandum of Understanding with TRA Lebanon covering issues of bi-lateral and multilateral interest, to view the related press release click
here.
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TRA Co-Hosts Consumer Awareness With Radio Bahrain
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TRA's General Director Mr. Alan Horne was interviewed on the Morning Show on Radio Bahrain with Krazy Kevin aiming to raise consumer awareness, to view the related press release click
here.
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TRA Exchanges Experience with Iraqi Communications and Media Commission
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On 12 September 2007, The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) received Mr. Omar Ghassan Jameel the Director of Legal Affairs of the Iraqi Communications and Media Commission. To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA's General Director presents the Telecommunications Strategic & Retail Market Review
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On 11 September 2007, The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority's General Director Mr. Alan Horne presented the Telecommunications Strategic and Retail Market Review to consumers and businesses, to view the presentation click
here.
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TRA publishes its Position Paper on Price and Non-Price Discrimination
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On 10 September 2007, The Telecommunication Regulatory Authority (TRA) published its Position Paper on Price and Non-Price Discrimination, to view the document click
here.
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TRA publishes its Guidance Paper on Treatment of Confidential and Non-Confidential Information
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On 10 September 2007, The Telecommunication Regulatory Authority (TRA) published its Guidance Paper on Treatment of Confidential and Non-Confidential Information, to view the document click
here.
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TRA Encourages Batelco by Approving its Proposal for Reducing International Direct Dial Rates to GCC
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On 2 September 2007, Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) announced that has it approved Batelco's request of reducing international direct dial (IDD) call rates made to GCC countries, to view the related press release click
here.
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TRA Consult the public on National Numbering Plan
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On 28 August 2007, The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority released a consultation on the National Numbering Plan, to view the consultation
click here.
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TRA Releases Strategic and Retail Market Review Document for Public Consultation
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On 27 August 2007, The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) released for public consultation its Strategic and Retail Market Review.
To view the consultation document click here.
To view the related press release click here.
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TRA Releases the Findings of the Telecom Consumer Survey
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On 19 August 2007, The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) released the findings of the first telecom consumer survey,
to view the findings click here.
To view the related press release click here.
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TRA issues a summary of the responses on the assignment of spectrum in the 1785 – 1805 MHz band
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On 31 July 2007, The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority issued a summary of the responses to the request for comments concerning the assignment of spectrum in the 1785 – 1805 MHz band. To view the summary report click
here
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TRA hosts a meeting on Number Portability on 7th August 2006
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TRA invites all interested parties to attend the Number Portability Working Group Meeting at 9:00 am on Tuesday 7th August at the Al Murjan Room in the Gulf Hotel Conference Centre. To view the invitation click
here
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TRA orders Batelco to lower certain interconnection charges offered to other licensed operators (OLOs)
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On 30 July 2007, The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) published the non confidential version of the order issued to Batelco in relation to its Reference Interconnection Offer (RIO).
To view the public version of the order click
here
, to view the related press release click
here
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TRA's management team meets the media
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On 5 July 2007, The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) management team met with representatives from the media, to view TRA presentation click
here
, to view the related press release click
here
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TRA Approves 50 per cent Reduction in Broadband tariffs for Businesses
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On 5 July 2007, The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) has approved Batelco’s proposed 50% reduction of internet broadband tariff for business users. To view the related press release click
here
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Revocation of Hello Bahrain W.L.L’s value added services license issued by TRA
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On 2 July 2007, TRA issued a public notice regarding the revocation of Hello Bahrain W.L.L’s Value Added Services, to view the notice click
here
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American Chamber of Commerce in Bahrain briefed on the role of telecoms as assistor for economic growth
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On 28 June 2007, The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority's General Director, gave a speech entitled "Assisting growth in the economy through an effective competitive Telecommunications environment in Bahrain" to the American Chamber of Commerce. To view the speech click
here
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TRA hosts meetings with regard to National Numbering Plan
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TRA invites all licensed operators to attend the Numbering Working Group meetings to discuss issues related to National Numbering Plan. The meetings will be held on 3rd and 9th July 2007 at Al Murjan function room at the Gulf Hotel from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.
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Telecommunication Regulatory Authority support the first Gulf ICT exhibition
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On 19 June 2007, TRA's General Director gave a speech at the press conference launch of Gulf ICT exhibition to be hold on 8 – 10 April 2008 at the Kingdom of Bahrain. To view the speech click
here.
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TRA General Director presents to Bahrain Businessmen on the role of telecoms as an enabler for greater efficiency
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On 13 June 2007, The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority's General Director, gave a presentation entitled "Competitive Telecoms Services as an enabler for improving business efficiency in Bahrain. To view the presentation click
here.
To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA publishes the non-confidential version of its order to Batelco on Access Services
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On 12 June 2007, The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) published the non-confidential version of the order issued on 23 May 2007 to Batelco on their Reference Access Offer. To view the non confidential order click
here.
To view the related press release click
here.
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Revocation of Hello Bahrain W.L.L’s Value added services license issued by the TRA
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On 12 June 2007, TRA issued a public notice regarding the proposed revocation of Hello Bahrain W.L.L’s Value Added Services, to view the notice click
here.
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Under TRA’s presidency, ARNET members agree on recommendations for lowering roaming tariffs
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On 5 June 2007, The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) announced that the Arab Regulators’ Network (ARNET) members reached an agreement on recommendations for lowering roaming tariffs among Arab countries. To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA reminds consumers to approach their service providers first for complaints and enquiries
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On 4 June 2007, TRA reminds consumers of the procedure to be followed for complaints and enquiries regarding telecoms services, to view the related press release click
here.
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TRA publishes its position on the regulation of VoIP and internet cafes providing international calls
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On 30 May 2007, TRA published two papers outlining the TRA’s position with respect to the VoIP and on guideline and procedures for internet cafes and shops.
To view VoIP position paper click here. To view the guidline for internet shops click here,
and to view the related press release click
here.
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TRA signs a MoU with Saudi Arabia's Communication and Information Technology Commission
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On 28 May 2007, TRA announced that it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Communication and Information Technology Commission of Saudi Arabia. To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA Bahrain hosts the fourth annual meeting of the Arab Regulators’ Network
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On 23 May 2007- The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority of Bahrain (TRA) hosted the fourth annual meeting of the Arab Regulators’ Network (ARNET). To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA issues its final 2007-2009 Work Plan
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On 21 May 2007, The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) issued its final Three-Year Work Plan for 2007 – 2009,
to view the plan click here
, to view the report on the draft plan click here
. To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA to wait for results of its Strategic Review before coming to a decision on a third mobile license consultation
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On 13 May 2007, The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) announced that it intends to delay its decision on the possibility of granting additional mobile licenses.
To view the statement click here,
to view the report on responses click here,
and to view the related press release click here.
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Non-opposition of a transaction under Telecommunications Mergers and Acquisitions Regulation, TRA case reference no. 04/07 – Kalaam Telecom Bahrain B.S.C.(c)
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On 10 May 2007, the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority decided not to oppose the abovementioned transaction and to declare it compatible with the Telecommunications Mergers and Acquisitions Regulation. To view the decision click
here.
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TRA launches its first independent survey of consumer expectations from telecoms services
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On 9 May 2007- TRA launched its first survey of consumer expectations from telecoms services. To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA proposes solutions to enable operators to build new telecommunications infrastructure
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On 8 May 2007, The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) published a consultation document on streamlining the processes for the building of the telecommunications network infrastructure.
To view the consultation please click here.
To view the related press release click
here.
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Public Notice regarding Tasameem Est for Information Technology
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On 6 May 2007, The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) notifies that Tasameem has informed TRA about its new Address, to view the notice click
here.
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TRA Proposed the Revocation of Hello Bahrain W.L.L.’s Value Added Services (“VAS”) License
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On 6 May 2007, The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) announces the revocation of Hello Bahrain W.L.L.’s Value Added Services (“VAS”) License, to view the announcement click
here.
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TRA announces the arrival of the Chairperson of the UK Communications Management Association (CMA)
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On 30 April 2007, The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) announced the arrival of the Chairperson of the UK Communications Management Association (CMA), to view the related release please click
here.
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TRA brings in UK experience to further consumer needs in the telecoms sector
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On 25 April 2007- The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) announced that it will be hosting a presentation on UK experience in furthering consumer needs in the telecoms sector. To view the related press release click
here.
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Prior notification of a transaction under the Telecommunications Mergers and Acquisitions Regulation, TRA case reference no. 04/07 – Kalaam Telecom Bahrain B.S.C.(c)
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On 17 April 2007, the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) issued a Prior notification of a transaction under the Telecommunications Mergers and Acquisitions Regulation. To view the notification click
here.
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TRA requests comments on assignment of spectrum in the 1785 – 1805 MHz band
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On April 4, 2007, TRA issued a request for comments on the assignments of spectrum in the 1785-1805 MHz band.
To view the request for comments click here.
To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA announces the formal appointment of its General Director
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On 21 March 2007 – The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) announced the formal appointment of its General Director, Mr. Alan Horne, who has been appointed by Royal Decree 35 of 2007. To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA Consults public on its Draft Three-Year Work Plan
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On 11 March 2007, The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority
(TRA) issued its Draft Three-Year Work Plan for 2007 – 2009 for public consultation, which sets out TRA’s priorities for
the coming three years.
To view the plan click here.
To fill in the response form click here.
To view the related press release click here.
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Notice of commencement of procedure of revocation of ISP License granted to Tasameem
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On 19 March 2007, The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) issued a Notice of commencement of procedure of revocation of ISP License granted to Tasameem. To view the Notice click here.
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TRA Consults public on its Draft Three-Year Work Plan
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On 11 March 2007, The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority
(TRA) issued its Draft Three-Year Work Plan for 2007 – 2009 for public consultation, which sets out TRA’s priorities for
the coming three years.
To view the plan click here.
To fill in the response form click here.
To view the related press release click here.
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Non-opposition of a transaction under Telecommunications Mergers and Acquisitions Regulation, TRA case reference no. 02/07 – Jordan Telecom Group/ Lightspeed Communications
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Non-opposition of a transaction under Telecommunications Mergers and Acquisitions Regulation, TRA case reference no. 03/07 – F. Bader/M. Alzeera/Star Gate Telecommunication
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On 15 March 2007, the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority decided not to oppose the abovementioned transaction and to declare it compatible with the Telecommunications Mergers and Acquisitions Regulation. To view the decision click
here.
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TRA Consults public on its Draft Three-Year Work Plan
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On 11 March 2007, The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority
(TRA) issued its Draft Three-Year Work Plan for 2007 – 2009 for public consultation, which sets out TRA’s priorities for
the coming three years.
To view the plan click here.
To fill in the response form click here.
To view the related press release click here.
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Non-opposition of a transaction under Telecommunications Mergers and Acquisitions Regulation, TRA case reference no. 02/07 – Jordan Telecom Group/ Lightspeed Communications
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On 27 February 2007, the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority decided not to oppose the abovementioned transaction and to declare it compatible with the Telecommunications Mergers and Acquisitions Regulation. To view the decision click
here.
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Prior notification of a transaction under the Telecommunications Mergers and Acquisitions Regulation, TRA case reference no. 03/07 – F. Bader/M. Alzeera/Star Gate Telecommunication
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On 22 February 2007, the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) issued a Prior notification of a transaction under the Telecommunications Mergers and Acquisitions Regulation. To view the notification click here.
here.
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Non-opposition of a transaction under Telecommunications Mergers and Acquisitions Regulation, TRA case reference no. 01/07 – Cable and Wireless PLC / Hawar Holding Company
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On 21 February 2007, the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority decided not to oppose the abovementioned transaction and to declare it compatible with the Telecommunications Mergers and Acquisitions Regulation. To view the decision click
here.
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TRA General Director Receives the Ambassador of the United States of America |
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On 19 February 2007, The General Director of the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority, Mr. Alan Horne met at TRA offices with HE Mr. William Monroe the Ambassador of the United States of America. To view the related press release click
here.
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TRA establishes Business Users Advisory Group |
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On 19 February 2007, The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) announced about the newly established permanent Business Users Advisory Group. To view the related press release click
here. |
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TRA welcomes launch of Nuetel Communications services |
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On 15 February 2006 – The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) welcomes the launch of services of Nuetel Communications and its investment in new telecommunications infrastructure in Amwaj Islands. To view the related press release click
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TRA plans to conduct its first Strategic and Retail Market Review for the Telecommunications Sector |
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On 13 February 2006, The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) announced that it is to begin a strategic review of telecommunications in the Kingdom of Bahrain. To view the Announcement click
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Prior notification of a transaction under the Telecommunications Mergers and Acquisitions Regulation, TRA case reference no. 02/07 – Jordan Telecom Group/Lightspeed Communications |
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On 8 February 2007, the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) issued a Prior notification of a transaction under the Telecommunications Mergers and Acquisitions Regulation. To view the notification click
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TRA consults on consumer protection issues |
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On 4 February 2007, The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) issued its second public consultation on consumer protection issues. To view the consultation click here. To view the related press release click here. |
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Prior notification of a transaction under the Telecommunications Mergers and Acquisitions Regulation, TRA case reference no. 01/07 – Cable and Wireless PLC /Hawar Holding Company |
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On 31 January 2007, the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) issued a Prior notification of a transaction under the Telecommunications Mergers and Acquisitions Regulation. To view the notification click
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TRA and members of the Telecom Industry discuss issues of priority |
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Manama, 23 January 2007 – The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) met yesterday with members of the telecommunications industry and potential investors to discuss the issues of concern telecom operators are facing. To view the related press release click
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Non-opposition of a transaction under Telecommunications Mergers and Acquisitions Regulation, TRA case reference No. 03/06 – Nooraddin/ Etisalcom Bahrain W.L.L./ Etisalcom Holding W.L.L . |
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On 18 January 2007, the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority decided not to oppose the abovementioned transaction and to declare it compatible with the Telecommunications Mergers and Acquisitions Regulation. To view the decision click
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TRA awards the National Fixed Wireless Services licenses. |
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On 8 January 2007- The Telecommunications
Regulatory Authority of the Kingdom of Bahrain has announced award of the
National Fixed Wireless Services (NFWS) licenses. To view the related press
release
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Prior notification of
a transaction under the Telecommunications Mergers and Acquisitions
Regulation, TRA case reference No. 03/06 – Nooraddin/ Etisalcom
Bahrain W.L.L./
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On 19 December 2006, the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA)
issued a Prior notification of a transaction under the Telecommunications
Mergers and Acquisitions Regulation. To view the notification click
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TRA announces the two highest bidders for the National Fixed Wireless Services licenses auction |
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On 13 December 2006- The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority of the Kingdom of Bahrain has announced the two highest bidders for the National Fixed Wireless Services (NFWS) licenses auction. To view the related press release click
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TRA invites the press to apply to attend the Financial Bid Opening Day for NFWS auction |
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On 11 December 2006 the TRA published an invitation to the presto apply to attend the Financial Bid Opening Day for NFWS auction. Click here to view the invitation.
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TRA issues the list of qualified bidders for NFWS Auction |
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On 10 December 2006 the TRA published the list of qualified bidders for the National Fixed Wireless Services Auction. Click
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TRA issues the list of bidders and their associates for NFWS Auction
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On 30 November 2006 the TRA published the list of bidders and their associates for the National Fixed Wireless Services Auction. Click
here to view the list and
here to view the relevant press release.
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Reminder to Bidders to comply with the Auction Rules |
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On 27 November 2006- The TRA reminds parties intending to submit bids tomorrow, on 28 November 2006, must comply with the Auction Rules. To view the reminder click
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TRA issues a clarification statement regarding the notice on Form C of the ITT
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On 23 November 2006 the TRA published a clarification statement regarding the notice on Form C of the Invitation to Tender document for the National Fixed Wireless Services Auction. Click
here to view the statement.
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Important notice regarding Form C of the Invitation to Tender |
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On 22 November 2006 the TRA published a notice regarding Form C of the Invitation to Tender document for the National Fixed Wireless Services Auction. Click
here to view the notice.
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TRA publishes the amended Invitation to Tender for NFWS auction |
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On 12th November 2006, the TRA published the amended Invitation to Tender for NFWS auction in addition to an amended version of the NFWS license and the frequency license. To view the amended documents please visit the
NFWS auction page. To view the note on amendment document please
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TRA publishes its public response on questions received relating to the NFWS Invitation to Tender document |
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On 7th November 2006, the TRA published its public response on questions received relating to the NFWS Invitation to Tender document. To view the document click
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TRA Bahrain announces the names of the external experts tasked with reevaluating unsuccessful bids for the NFWS Licenses |
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On 16 October 2006, The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) has announced the names of the experts responsible for reevaluating unsuccessful bids at the forthcoming auction of two National Fixed Wireless Services (NFWS) Licenses the closing date of which is the 28 November 2006. To view the related press release click
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The TRA Bahrain invites bids for the National Fixed Wireless Services Licenses using the 3.5GHz spectrum range
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On 5 October 2006, The TRA Bahrain has published the Invitation to Tender (ITT) document relating to the forthcoming auction of two National Fixed Wireless Services (NFWS) Licenses that will use spectrum in the 3.5GHz range. To view the document click
here Word PDF, for Annex 2 (NFWS license) click
here, for Annex 3 (Frequency license) click
here, and to view the related press release click
here |
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The TRA announces the Auction dates and details for 3.5 GHz National Fixed Wireless Services Licenses
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On 29 August 2006, The TRA has announced the initial details of the auction for the two National Fixed Wireless Services (NFWS) Licenses in the 3.5 GHz part of the spectrum, including the planned timetable. To view the Information Memorandum click
here.
For more information visit the
Spectrum section.
View the related press release click
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The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority Announces the Departure of its General Director
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On 22 August 2006, The Chairman of the Board of Directors of the TRA has confirmed that, as previously announced, Mr. A. Andreas Avgousti will be stepping down from his post as the General Director of the TRA at the end of this month. To view the related press release click
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The TRA publishes the non confidential version of the order issued to Batelco relating to Reference Interconnection Offer (RIO) |
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On 17 August 2006, the TRA has published the non confidential version of the order issued to Batelco relating to Reference Interconnection Offer. To view the non-confidential version click
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TRA Announces Establishment of Permanent Consumer Advisory Group
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On 16 August 2006, The TRA announced the establishment of the permanent Consumer Advisory Group that will be tasked with providing feedback to the TRA on consumer-related issues. To view the related press release click
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Announcement |
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On 6 August 2006 The
Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) received an order from the
High Civil Court of the Kingdom of Bahrain requesting that the TRA
temporarily suspend a part of Order 1 of 2006 issued by the TRA to Batelco
until a final decision is reached by the court on the case. To view the
announcement click
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TRA mandates changes to Batelco’s interconnection offer to other companies
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On 6 August 2006 the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) issued an order to Batelco in relation to its Reference Interconnection Offer (RIO) requiring it to make changes to terms and prices. To view the related press release click
here
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TRA Issues 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz Frequency Licensing Regulation
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On 30 July 2006, The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority issued the Regulation on 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz Frequency Licensing. Click
here to view the Regulation. Click
here to view the report and to view the related press release, click
here. For further information on the licensing visit the
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The TRA publishes the non confidential version of the order issued to Batelco relating to Reference Access Offer (RAO)
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On 26 July 2006, the TRA has published the non confidential version of the order issued to Batelco relating to Reference Access Offer. To view the non-confidential version click here.
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The TRA extends the deadline for the consultation on the possibility of additional mobile licenses |
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On 19 July 2006, The TRA has decided to extend the deadline for responses to its consultation on ‘The possibility of additional mobile licenses in the Kingdom of Bahrain’ to 31st August 2006 from 3rd August 2006. The TRA has received representations that a longer period of time should be allowed for the consideration of the important and complex issues involved. The TRA hopes that this extension will assist in encouraging a wide interest in the possibility of further competition in this sector.
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TRA issues order to Batelco setting fair and reasonable prices and conditions for the services that allow other operators to access its network |
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On 12 July 2006 – The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) issued an order to Batelco adjusting downwards a number of prices, amending certain conditions proposed and imposing the expansion of certain services as part of Batelco’s first Reference Access Offer (RAO) that required its approval. To view the related press release click here.
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TRA Board approves the use of auctions for the award of Fixed Wireless Access Licenses |
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On July 6, 2006 The Board of Directors of the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) has approved the conducting of auctions for the award of the Fixed Wireless Access Licenses. Click
here to view the press release. |
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TRA consults on an online application system for WiFi and WiMax frequencies |
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On 9 July 2006 – The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority issued its consultation on an online system for frequency license registration for certain types of frequency application. To view the consultation click
here. To view the related press release click
here. |
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The TRA consults on whether to license additional mobile operators in Bahrain
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On 3 July 2006 – The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) announced its public consultation on the possibility of additional mobile licenses in the Kingdom of Bahrain. To view the consultation click
here. To view the related press release click here. |
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Internet Exchange Licenses Available in the Kingdom of Bahrain
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On 2 July 2006 – The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) announced that it is now accepting applications for
Internet Exchange licenses. In accordance with the licensing regime in the Kingdom, for more details visit
licensing section. To view the related press release click
here.
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The TRA publishes its Annual Report for 2005 |
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On 25 June 2006, the TRA issued its third annual report which highlights the activities of the TRA in the year 2005. Click here to view the related press release or visit the Annual Report 2005 section for full details. |
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The TRA replies to Bahrain Chamber of Commerce and Industry invitation to an open meeting regarding internet services |
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On June 22, 2006, the TRA replied to the Bahrain Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s invitation to an open meeting regarding internet service. To view the English translation of the reply please click here. |
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Announcement by the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority |
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On 14 June 2006, the General Director of the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) has confirmed that he has submitted his resignation to the Board of Directors of the TRA. Click here to view the related announcement.
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The TRA orders Batelco to comply with the law and refund monies paid by customers in respect of an unapproved service |
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On 14 June 2006, the TRA issued an Emergency Order to Batelco to stop pre-registering customers for its advertised Broadband BD 10 package. The order also compels Batelco to refund monies to all customers who have already registered. Click here to view the order. To view the related press release click here.
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The TRA requests comments on its draft procedure for dealing with consumer complaints regarding the new Batelco Broadband packages |
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On June 10, 2006, the TRA issued a request for comments on its draft procedure for dealing with consumer complaints regarding the new Batelco Broadband packages. Deadline for responses is 15 June 2006 at 5:00 p.m. To view the procedure document please click here. |
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The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority invite the consumer to, " Keep Asking " |
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On 4 June 2006 – The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) launched its 3-month campaign for consumer awareness under the slogan “Keep Asking!”. The campaign aims to raise awareness of telecoms consumers in the Kingdom. For more information visit
Awareness Campaign Section, to view the related press release click
here.
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TRA requests views on Non-Ionizing Radiation Safety
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On June 1, 2006, the TRA issued a request for views regarding Non-Ionic Radiation Safety. Deadline for responses is 18 June 2006 at 5:00 p.m. To view the request fro views please
click
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Revocation of Star Call W.L.L.'s Value Added Services Licenses issued by the TRA |
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Further to the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority’s (“TRA”) notices issued on its website on 5 April 2006 and published in the local press in Arabic and English on 12 April 2006 (Akhbar Al-Khaleej and Bahrain Tribune) and the appropriate notice having been served to the company concerned the TRA announces that with effect from 4 May 2006 Star Call W.L.L.’s Value Added Services (“VAS”) License is revoked.
As a result with effect from 4 May 2006 Star Call W.L.L. may no longer offer telecommunications Value Added Services
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The Telecommunications Regulatory
Authority Publishes the Development Review Panel 2006 Report
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On 2 May
2006 – The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) announced the
publication of theTRA Development Review Panel 2006 report. This report was
submitted to the TRA by the Panel, after the Panel conducted its review of
the regulatory state of affairs in the Kingdom of Bahrain. For more details
visit the
Development Panel section. To view the report click
here, to view the related press release click
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Nooraddin/ Etisalcom Bahrain W.L.L./ Janahi Brothers: Notification of a transaction under the Telecommunication Mergers and Acquisitions Regulation |
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On 17 April 2006, the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) issued a Prior notification of a transaction under the Telecommunications Mergers and Acquisitions Regulation. To view the notification click here
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Public Notice – Invitation to provide views and comments with respect to
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On 9 April 2006 the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) issue a notice with respect to Access Services. Click
here to view the notice
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Notice of Revocation of Star Call W.L.L. Value Added Services License |
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On April 5, 2006 the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (“TRA”) of the Kingdom of Bahrain gave notice to Star Call W.L.L. that its Value Added Services (VAS) License will be revoked on 4 May 2006.
This decision has been made pursuant to the Telecommunications Law 2002 and Condition 13 of Star Call’s VAS license, in view of the liquidation of the Company.
No Value Added Service may be offered by Star Call W.L.L. after 4 May 2006
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Decision regarding TRA case reference no. 1/05 (Batelco/ANIS) |
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On 3 April 2006, the TRA decided to declare the transaction relating to case no. 1/05 (Batelco/ANIS) to be compatible with the Telecommunications Mergers and Acquisitions Regulation. The decision was made having regard to commitments made by Batelco and ANIS that addressed the TRA’s concerns regarding the transaction. click
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The TRA confirms that it has not issued spectrum licenses |
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On 3 April 2006 the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) confirmed that it has not permitted the use of any additional spectrum for telecommunications use. Click here to view the related press release.
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The TRA hosts dinner for Deputy General Director |
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On 29 March 2006, The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) has bid farewell to its Deputy General Director, Mr. Henrik Brodersen. Click here to view the related press release.
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TRA-UAE and TRA-Bahrain sign MoU for cooperation in telecommunications sector |
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19 March 2006 The UAE Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA-UAE) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Telecommunication Regulatory Authority of Bahrain (TRA-Bahrain) recently formalising cooperation between the two independent regulatory organisations. To view the related press release click here.
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Announcement of Commencement of Allocation for Type B Short Codes Specifically Carrier Pre-Select Codes |
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On 26 February 2006, the TRA has announced the allocation of Type B Short Codes. To view the announcement click here or visit the Numbering section for further details. |
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The TRA issues a decision regarding public opening hours: |
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On 25 February 2006, the TRA issued a decision regarding public opening hours. |
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THE TRA invites the Public to attend the hearing on the Consumer Consultation |
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On 19 February 2006- The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) announced that the public hearing for the Consumer Protection Consultation will be held at 3.30 p.m. on Sunday, 26 February 2006, at the Bahrain Engineering Society in Juffair. To view the related press release, please click here. |
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All set for the second annual public hearing of the TRA Development Review Panel 2006
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On January 30, 2006, The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) announced today that it has completed the preparations for hosting the public hearing of its Development Review Panel, which will take place on 5 February 2006 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Gulf Conventions Centre, Gulf Hotel Bahrain. Click here to view the press release. Or visit the TRA development Panel 2006 for further details. |
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The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority invites public comments on Consumer protection |
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On 25th January 2006, the TRA issued a consultation on consumer protection. To view the consultation click here, for more details on the consultation visit the Consultations Page. To view the related press release click here. |
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The TRA issues the Determination of Dominance in Wholesale Market by Batelco |
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On 22 January 2006, the TRA issued the Determination of Dominance in Wholesale Markets by Batelco. Click here to view the Determination, and Click here to view the Report or visit Regulation & Determinations section for further details. To view the related press release, please click here . |
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Non-opposition of a transaction under the Telecommunications Mergers and Acquisitions Regulation
TRA case reference no. 1/06 – Khayami Plastic Factory W.L.L./ Mobile Information Services W.L.L. |
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On 22 January 2006, the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority decided not to oppose the abovementtioned transaction and to declare it compatible with the Telecommunications Mergers and Acquisitions Regulation. This decision is reached pursuant to Article 3.2(b) of the Regulation. The full text of the decision will be made public on the TRA website and published in the Official Gazette, as soon as practicable after it is cleared of any business secrets it may contain.To view the decision click here . |
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Non-opposition of a transaction under the Telecommunications Mergers and Acquisitions Regulation TRA case reference no. 2/05 – Viacloud Partners 2 Limited B.V.L./ Viacloud W.L.L. |
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On 18 January 2006, the
Telecommunications Regulatory Authority decided that the notified
transaction does not constitute a qualifying trasaction within the meaning
of Article 1 of the Telecommunications Mergers and Acquisitions Regulation
(the “Regulation”), and therefore does not fall within the scope of the
Regulation. Click here to view the decision. |
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The TRA Development Review Panel to meet with interested parties at the beginning of February |
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On 18 January 2006, The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) announced that the Panel members will be arriving in Bahrain at the beginning of February to begin their fact-finding visit in preparation for the public hearing due to take place on 5 February 2006. Click here to view the press release or visit the TRA Development Panel for further information. |
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Decision to Initiate a Phase 2 Investigation under the Telecommunications Mergers and Acquisitions Regulation |
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On January 4, 2005 the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority initiates a Phase 2 Investigation under the Telecommunications Mergers and Acquisitions Regulation regarding TRA Case Reference No. 1/05 – Batelco/ANIS. For more details click here. |
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Notification of a transaction under the Telecommunication Mergers and Acquisitions Regulation |
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On January 4, 2006, the Telecommunications Reglatory Authority (TRA) issued a Prior notification of a transaction under the Telecommunications Mergers and Acquisitions Regulation. To view the notification click here. |
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MTC Accounting Procedure Manual in compliance with the requirements of the Accounting Separation Regulation
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On 28 December 2005 the TRA announced that having reviewed MTC-VB's Accounting Procedures Manual as amended, this now complies with the requirements of the Accounting Separation Regulation of 2 August 2004 and the Determination of 5 February 2005.
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Thee TRA announced that the radiation from mobile antennas in Bahrain in compliance with international standards
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On 21 December 2005 The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) announced that the radiation from antennas used by telecommunications companies for mobile telephony in the Kingdom of Bahrain is in compliance with internationally accepted standards for electromagnetic fields. To view the related press release, please click here . |
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Batelco/ ANIS: Notification of a transaction under the Telecommunication Mergers and Acquisitions Regulation |
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On 14 December 2005, he Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) issued a Prior notification of a transaction under the Telecommunications Mergers and Acquisitions Regulation. To view the notification click here or visit the consultation page for further information. |
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TRA approval of 2 applications for license assignments
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On 6 December 2005, the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority approved the application by Gateway Gulf Internet W.L.L. to have its Value Added Services (VAS) and Internet Service Provider (ISP) licenses assigned to Gateway Gulf Company B.S.C. (Closed), being satisfied that the requirements for assignment were met.
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The TRA reviewed Batelco's Accounting Procedures Manual as amended |
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On December 6, 2005 The TRA announced that having reviewed Batelco's Accounting Procedures Manual as amended, this now complies with the requirements of the Accounting Separation Regulation of 2 August 2004 and the Determination of 5 February 2005. |
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The TRA announces its 2006 Development Review Panel
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On 4 December 2005, the TRA The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority announced today its 2006 Development Review Panel, which will be holding its public hearing on February 5th 2006 .To view the related press release, please click here. |
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The TRA approves Batelco's request for removing payphones |
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On December 3, 2005, the TRA approved Batelco's request for removing specific payphones permanently. The TRA granted the approval after requesting Batelco to consult the public and provide a report to the TRA with any feedback received. After reviewing Batelco's report, the TRA granted the approval. Click here to view the approval. To view the annex that illustrates the approved payphones for removal, please click here. |
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The TRA issues the Code of
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On 29 November 2005, the TRA issued the code of Practice
on carrier Pre- Selection. Click
here to view the Code, and Click
here to view the Report or visit
Regulation & Determinations section for further details. To view the
related press release, please click
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The TRA issues Determination 4 of 2005 |
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On 21 November 2005, the TRA issued determination 4 of 2005 Amending Determination 1 of 2005 issued on 3 January 2005 To Bahrain Telecommunications Company B.S.C. and MTC Vodafone (Bahrain) B.S.C. pursuant to section 57(g) of the Telecommunications Law. Click here to view the Determination or visit Regulation & Determinations section for further details. |
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The Ministry of Transportation and the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority of the Kingdom of Bahrain invite comments on the future of spectrum policy and planning in the Kingdom |
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| On 22 November 2005 The Ministry of Transportation (MoT) and the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) of Bahrain through a joint consultation document have today invited comments on their proposals concerning the future spectrum policy of the Kingdom. Click here to view the consultation or visit the Consultations Page for further details To view the press release click here
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The Telecommunications
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On 20 November 2005, The
Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) announced the issuance of its
determination on Batelco’s cost of capital. For further details, please
visit
Consultations Page. Click
here to view the Determination and
here to view its report. To view the related press release, please click
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The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority issues a resolution on fee for application for license assessment |
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On 19 November 2005, the telecommunication Regulatory Authority issued a resolution with respect to prescribing the level of fees payable in respect of applications for assessment of licenses. Click here to view the resolution or visit the
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Extension of comments Deadline |
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Following on from requests of the industry for an extension on the comments deadline for the consultation on the National Numbering Plan, the TRA has decided to extend the comments period until 5 pm on 3 December 2005. |
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The TRA consults on declaring Batelco's Dominance in wholesale markets |
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On October 27, 2005 the TRA issued a consultation on the dominance of Batelco in wholesale markets in the Kingdom of Bahrain. For further details on the cosultation, visit the consultations page. Click here to view the consultation and here to view the related press release.
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The TRA consults on additional details of the National Numbering Plan
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On October 20, 2005, the TRA announced the issuance of the consultation on the further development of the National Numbering Plan (NNP) for the Kingdom of Bahrain. for further details on the NNP, please visit the Consultations Page, click here to view the consultation and here to view the press release. |
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Dispensation Pursuant to the Accounting Separation Regulation |
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On September 25, 2005, the TRA granted dispensation to BT Solutions Limited pursuant to section 9.1 of the Accounting Separation Regulation. For further details, please visit Announcements section. |
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The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority Board of Directors reviews progress |
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The Board of Directors of the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority(TRA) held its twenty first meeing on Sunday September 18, 2005 under the chairmanship of Dr. Mohammed J.K Alghatam, at the TRA offices in Taib Tower in Manama. Please click here to view the related press release
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The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority invites comments on the proposed Cost of Capital for Batelco
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On 30th August 2005, the TRA issued a consultation on Batelco's Cost of Capital. For more details on the consultation paper view
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Bahrain Telecommunications Regulatory Authority Approves Latest Batelco Reference Interconnection Offer
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On August 29 2005, the TRA announced that it has granted approval to Bahrain Telecommunications Company (Batelco) on the revised Reference Interconnection Offer (RIO). To view the related press release, visit
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Dispensation Pursuant to the Accounting Separation Regulation
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On August 23, 2005 The TRA has granted dispensations to 2 of its licensees pursuant to section 9.1 of the Accounting Separation Regulation. For further details, please visit
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Dispensation Pursuant to the Accounting Separation Regulation
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On August 16, 2005 The TRA have granted 8 dispensations to 4 of its licensees pursuant to section 9.1 of the Accounting Separation Regulation. For further details, please visit
Announcements section.
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Telecommunications Regulatory Authority to Issue temporary WiFi Frequency Licenses
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Manama 14 August 2005 – As of today
the Telecommunications Regulatory Authoority will be
accepting applications for Temporary WiFi Frequency
Licenses. Click here to view the
resolution, to view the notice, click here. You can visit apply for licenses to view the
license along with instructions related. To view the
related press release, please go to press releases
section. |
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The TRA invites the public to comment and provide input on its website
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On July 23, 2005 The TRA
announced that it is in the process of improving and enhancing its website
to better suite the needs of visitors. To view the press release go to Press Releases Page. |
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TRA issues it Plan for 2005/2006 and Response to Panel report
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On 5 June 2005, the TRA issued its Final Plan 2005/2006 and its related report. To view the Plan click here or refer to the
Consultations
Section. The TRA also issued today its response to the TRA Development Panel Report. To view the response
click here or go to the
TRA Development
Review Panel
section. To view the press release issued on the subject
press here
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Bahrain hosts the ITU Regional Workshop on Dispute Resolution
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Bahrain hosted the ITU Regional Workshop on Dispute Resolution on 31/5-1/6/2005. For more details on the Workshop
click here to view the press release. |
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TRA sends letters to Editors of local papers
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On May 11, 2005 the TRA sent letters to Editors of local papers on its position with regards to publication of information. To view the letters click here English , Arabic
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TRA issued the final regulation on Access in the Kingdom of Bahrain
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On April 30, 2005 the TRA issued the final regulation on Access in the Kingdom of Bahrain. For more details please visit
Consultations Page or
click here to view the regulation. To view the related press release, please go to Press Releases
Page. |
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The TRA issues emergency order to International Facilities Licensees to block international call back number |
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On 19 April 2005, The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) issued an emergency order to all licensees holding an International Facilities License (IFL) to immediately block a call back number in Singapore. Visit the
orders page for more information. To view the press release, click here. |
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TRA Draft Plan 2005/2005
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On 22 March 2005, the TRA issued its Draft Plan 2005/2006 for comments. To view the Draft Plan
click here or refer to the
Consultations
Section. |
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The TRA publishes a notice regarding cost based premium SMS
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On March 9, 2005 the TRA invites interested parties to comment on the cost based premium SMS. To view the notice please visit the
Announcements
section. |
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The TRA Publishes the TRA Development Review Panel Report
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On 7 March 2005, the TRA published the TRA Development Review Panel Report. To view the report
click
here, or see TRA Development Review Panel
Section. To view the related press release see the Press Releases
Section. |
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Interconnection Dispute Determination to Batelco & MTC Vodafone Bahrain
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On 15th February, 2005 the TRA announced its issuance of a decision to Batelco & MTC Vodafone Bahrain in the form of a determination setting those terms and conditions of interconnection that the parties could not agree upon. To view the determination, please go to legal information
page. To view the related press release, go to Press Releases
Page. |
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Dominance in certain markets and the provision of Access services
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On 13th February 2005, the TRA issued a
. For more details on the draft regulation view Consultations Page or
click here to view the draft
regulation. To view the related press release, go to Press Releases
Page. |
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Telecommunications Regulatory Authority Issues Determination to Batelco to Comply with Accounting Separation Regulation
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The TRA issued a Determination to Batelco on February 5, 2005 regarding the Accounting Separation Regulation. The determination sets out the changes that must be made by Batelco to its accounting procedures manual. Click here to view the related press release
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Arabic). |
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Telecommunications Regulatory Authority To Publish Panel Final Report
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On February 1, 2005 the TRA announced that it will be publishing the findings and recommendations made by the Panel to the TRA together with its response to the points that it will raise including specific actions by the TRA. Click here to view
the related press release
(English,
Arabic). |
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TRA ready to Host the First Annual TRA Development Review panel
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On January 25, 2005 The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority has announced that all preparations are completed for hosting its first annual Development Review Panel that will take place next Sunday, 30th January, at the Ritz Carlton Hotel in Bahrain. Click here to view the related press release
(English,
Arabic). |
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TRA Development Review Panel Visits Bahrain on a Fact Finding Mission
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On 4 January 2005, the TRA announced the details of the planned visit of Panel member to Bahrain on 15th- 16th January 2005.Click here to view the related press release
(English,
Arabic). |
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Use Your Mobile Wisely
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On 26th December 2004 the
TRA launched a public awareness campaign for mobile phones users. For more
details visit the Press Releases
section or
click here to view the release. |
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TRA Development Review Panel
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On 25th December 2004 the TRA announced the establishment of its annual review forum. For more details visit the Press Releases section or
click here to view the
release. |
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Final regulation on Mobile Phone Jammers in the Kingdom of Bahrain
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On 8th November 2004, the TRA issued the final regulation on Mobile Phone Jammers in the Kingdom of Bahrain. For more details on the regulation view Consultations Page or click here to
view the
regulation. To view the related press release go to Press Releases Page. |
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Memorandum of Understanding between the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority and Jordanian Telecommunications Regulatory Commission
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On the 5th October 2004 the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority issued a press release on signing a Memorandum of Understanding between the Telecommunication Regulatory Authority and the Jordanian Telecommunication Regulatory Commission.
English,
Arabic. |
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Final Regulation on
Telecommunications Mergers & Acquisitions |
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On 27th September 2004, the TRA issued the final regulation on Mergers and Acquisition in the Kingdom of Bahrain. For more details on the regulation view Consultations Page or click here to
view the
Regulation. To view the related press release go to Press Releases
Page. |
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Braille and Large Print copies of documents |
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On the 25th of September 2004 the TRA issued a press release on providing Braille and Large Print copies of its documents to the visually impaired members of the society. For more information, refer the Press Release Section. |
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Possible Use of GSM Jammers in the Kingdom of Bahrain |
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On 31st August 2004, the TRA issued a Draft Regulation on GSM Jammers. For more details on the Draft Regulation view Consultations Page or click here to
view the
Regulation. To view the related press release go to Press Releases
Page<. |
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Mergers and Acquisitions Regulation |
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On 29th August 2004, the TRA issued the draft regulation and report on mergers in the Kingdom of Bahrain. For more details on the regulation view Consultations Page or click here to view the regulation. To view the related press release, go to Press Releases Page. |
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TRA is working with both operators to address areas needing improvements |
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On 24 August 2004, the TRA issued a press release on the Telecommunication services were maintained at a reasonable lever during the outage , for more information refer to the Press Release
Section. |
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TRA announces the members of the first Consumer Advisory Group in the Kingdom of Bahrain |
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On 7 August 2004, the TRA announced the members of the first Consumer Advisory Group in the Telecommunications Sector in the Kingdom of Bahrain. The formation of this group was in compliance with the Regulation on the Carrier Pre Selection issued by the TRA in June 2004, for more information refer to the
Press Release
Section. |
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Final Regulation on Accounting Separation |
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On 2nd August 2004, the TRA issued the final regulation on Accounting Separation in the Kingdom of Bahrain. For more details on the regulation view
Consultations Page or click here to view the
regulation. To view the related press release go to Press Releases Page
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Interconnection between Batelco & MTC Vodafone Bahrain |
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On 15 July 2004, upon the expiry of the Interim Interconnection Order No. 4, Batelco and MTC Vodafone Bahrain has signed an agreement setting the terms of interconnection for both operators. The terms and conditions of this agreement are based on the previous Interim Interconnection Order No. 4 . |
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The TRA approves Batelco’s Reference Interconnection Offer (RIO) |
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On 15 June 2004, the TRA approved Batelco’s Reference Interconnection Offer RIO, for more information refer to the
Press Release Section. |
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The TRA issues the Interim Interconnection Order No.4 |
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On 15 June 2004, the TRA issued Interim Interconnection Order No.4 between Batelco and MTC Vodafone Bahrain. To view the order click here or refer to Orders Section. To view the related press release see
Press Release Section. |
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Consultation on Mergers and Acquisitions Regulation |
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On 20th June 2004, the TRA issued a consultation
on Mergers and Acquisitions Regulation. For more details on the
consultation view Consultations Page
or click here to view the consultation.
To view the related press release go to Press Releases Page. |
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Carrier Pre-Selection Regulation |
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On 13th June 2004,
the TRA issued the final regulation on Carrier
Pre-Selection in the Kingdom of Bahrain. For more
details on the regulation view
Consultations
Page or click here to view the regulation. To view the related press release go to Press Releases Page.
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Local Loop and related facilities and services |
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On 1st June 2004, the TRA issued a consultation on Local Loop and related
facilities and services. For more details on the consultation view
Consultations Page or click here to view the consultation. To view the related press release go to Press Releases Page.
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Dominance in certain markets and the provision of Access services |
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On 26th May 2004, the TRA issued a consultation of Dominance in certain markets and the
provision of Access service for purposes of Section 57 e of the Law. For more details on the consultation view Consultations Page or click here to view the consultation. To view the related press release go to Press Releases Page.
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Extension on Accounting Separation draft regulation |
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The TRA has announced an extension to the comments deadline
on the Accounting Separation draft regulation to 20th May 2004. To view the announcement click here
EEnglish, Arabic.
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Draft Regulation on Accounting Separation |
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on 21 April 2004 , the TRA published the draft regulation on Accounting Separation, along with a report on comments receive from the consultation.
Refer to Consultations Page for more
details or click here to view Regulation
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Position paper of VoIP |
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on 17th April 2004, the TRA published a position paper on the use of VoIP in Bahrain. For more information see
Licensing Page , or click here to view the
paper.
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Carrier Pre-Selection Consultation |
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On 28th March 2004, the TRA issued a draft regulation for Carrier Pre-Selection in the Kingdom of Bahrain. For more details on the consultation view
Consultations Page or click here to view the draft regulation. To view the related press release go to Press Releases Page.
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Possible Use of GSM Jammers Consultation
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On 20th March 2004, the TRA issued a consultation on the Possible Use of GSM Jammers in the Kingdom of Bahrain. For more details on the consultation view Consultations & Determinations
Page or click here to view the consultation. To view the related press release go to
Press Releases Page.
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TRA Board approves issuance of two individual
licences
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TRA Board approves the issuance of the Bahrain Internet Exchange (BIX)
licences, and a VSAT Licence for Bahrain Car Racing Company (BCRC). View the related press releases in
Press Releases Page.
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Interconnection Order No 3
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On 15th March 2004, the TRA published the third interim interconnection order. See Orders section in Publications Page,or
click here to view the
order.You can view the related press release in
Press Releases Page.
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CPS Consultation Report |
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On 10th February 2004: The TRA issued the report on the responses received for the first CPS consultation.
For more details go to Consultations
Page, or click here to view the
report.
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TRA Monthly Review of Interim
Interconnection Order No.2 |
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On 15 December, 2003, the TRA issued Interim Interconnection Order No.2. Clause 3.3 (c) of the Order requires the TRA to consider termination or renewal of the Order.
The TRA has received submissions concerning the Order and has given careful consideration to the issues submitted by all parties pertaining to the Order. Following these considerations, the TRA is satisfied that the Order should not be modified or terminated and as such remains in force.
Therefore, as provided by the Order, the Order is automatically renewed for a further One month period when it will be reviewed again i.e. on 15 February, 2004.
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Carrier Pre-Selection Consultation |
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On 24 December 2003, the TRA published the first Carrier Pre-Selection Consultation. See the
Consultations , or click here to view the
consultation paper.
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Interconnection Order No 2 |
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On 15 December, the TRA published an Order relating to Interconnection. See the Orders section in the
Orders page , or click here to view the
order.
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National Numbering Plan FAQ |
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On 1 December 2003, the TRA published, for telephone users in Bahrain, a Frequently Asked Questions and Answers (FAQ) on the National Numbering
Plan (English) (Arabic) .
See also the Public Notices section on the Publications page.
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Interconnection Order |
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On 29 November 2003, the TRA published an Order relating to Interconnection. See the Orders section in the
Orders page , or click here to view the
order.
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Regulation |
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On 29 October 2003, the TRA published the regulation
ERU/RN/002 regarding Ownership Regulation. See Ownership Regulation onn the Consultations & Determinations
page.
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Retail Price Controls |
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On 11 October 2003, the TRA published submissions by Batelco and MTC Vodafone and invited further comments from interested parties by 18 October. See Retail Price Controls on the
Consultations
page.
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ISP & VAS Licences |
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On 28 September 2003, the TRA published information on the ISP & VAS
Licences it has awarded. Visit the current licenses page for further details. |
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National Numbering Plan |
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On 22 September 2003, the TRA issued the National Numbering Plan
MOU PN 002
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Public Hearing, Retail Price Controls |
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On 18 September 2003, the TRA gave notice of a revised public hearing on 4 October 2003 (revised from 20 September 2003) regarding Retail Price Controls (see Consultations, ERU CN
013). Click here for details of the public hearing and the submission deadline. |
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Formal Comment Period Notice, Mobile Number Portability |
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On 7 September 2003, the TRA issued a Formal Comment Period Notice regarding Mobile Number Portability and published a Position Paper MOU DC 077 on the Consultations page of the Publications section ).
Click here for the notice. |
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Statement & Regulation |
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On 10 August 2003, the TRA published a Statement and a Regulation following the consultation on the Consultation Process.
Click here to go to the Consultations page and refer to the consultation on the Consultation Process. |
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Consultation & Determinations |
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On 9 August 2003, the TRA initiated a 56 day consultation on Retail Price Controls and published Determinations regarding Dominance in Interconnection Markets and Batelco's Cost of Capital.
Click here to go to the Consultations page. |
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ISP &aamp; VAS Licence Applications |
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On 2 August 2003, the TRA made available the application process for Internet Service Provider (ISP) and Value Added Services (VAS)
Licences. See the Licensing page for details. |
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Consultation Extension |
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On 8 July 2003, the TRA extended the consultation period on Quality of Service to 24 July 2003.
Click here for details. |
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National Numbering Plan Report |
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On 23 June 2003, the TRA published its report on the National Numbering Plan consultation. |
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Consultation |
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On 9 June 2003, the TRA initiated a 28 day consultation on Accounting Separation.
Click here for details. |
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Batelco Licences |
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On 7 June 2003, the TRA issued the Batelco
Licences. The deadline for any comments on these Licences was 1200h Tuesday 10 June 2003 and this has now been extended to 1200h Tuesday 17 June 2003.
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Consultation |
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On 2 June 2003, the TRA initiated a 14 day second consultation on Dominance in Interconnection Markets.
Click here for details. |
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Public Hearing Meeting Record |
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On 31 May 2003, the TRA issued the meeting record for the public hearing on 31 May 2003 rearding
Licences to be issued to
Batelco. Click here
for details. |
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Consultation |
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On 24 May 2003, the TRA initiated a 28 day consultation on Quality of Service.
Click here for details. |
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Public Hearing Agenda |
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On 20 May 2003, the TRA issued the agenda for the public hearing on 31 MMay 2003 regarding
Licences to be issued to
Batelco.
Click here for details. |
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Consultation |
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On 10 May 2003, the TRA initiated a 28 day consultation on Batelco's Cost of Capital.
Click here
for details. |
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Consultation |
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On 2 May 2003, the TRA initiated a 28 day consultation on Ownership Regulation.
Click here for details. |
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Public Hearing Notice |
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On 30 April 2003, the TRA gave notice of a public hearing on 31 May 2003 regarding
Licences to be issued to
Batelco. Click here for details. |
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Mobile Licence Granted |
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On 22 April 2003, the TRA granted a mobile telecommunications
Licence to MTC
Vodafone (Bahrain) BSC (c). Click here for the
Licence. |
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Mobile Licence Award |
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On 20 April 2003, the TRA announced the award of the second mobile
Licence in Bahrain.
Click here for the press release. |
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Consultations & Determinations |
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On 19 April 2003, the TRA initiated a 28 day consultation on the Consultation Process and publishe Determinations regarding Market Methodologies.
Click here for details. |
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Mobile Licence |
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On 26 March 2003, the TRA announced the shortlisted applicants for the second mobile
Licence in
Bahrain. Click here for the press release. |
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Consultation |
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On 15 March 2003, the TRA initiated a 14 day consultation on Dominance in Interconnection Markets.
Click here for details. The consultation period has now been exended to 28 days. |
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Consultations |
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On 19 February 2003, the TRA initiated consultations on the National Numbering Plan and Market Methodologies.
Click here for details. |
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The new telecommunications structure in Bahrain |
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On 21 January, 2003. Dr Mohammed J. K. Alghatam, General Director of the
TRA, addressed the Middle East Telecoms Conference, held in Manama, Bahrain. |
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