Dr. Amr Talaat, Minister of Communications and Information Technology, inaugurated the headquarters of Radio Spectrum Monitoring Center in Giza, subordinate to the National Telecommunications Regulatory Authority of Egypt (NTRA), in the presence of Eng. Mohamed Shamroukh, NTRA’s Executive President. This came as part of the State’s efforts to enhance the efficiency of managing national resources and support the development of the telecom sector infrastructure.

It’s worth noting that Radio Spectrum monitoring system is considered one of the mainstays to ensure using radio spectrum efficiently, being a limited national resource. It actually contributes to tightening control over radio spectrum’s usage, reducing harmful interference, and ensuring compliance with approved technical standards, which directly reflects on improving the quality and efficiency of wireless services provided in Egypt’s market and supporting the sustainability and development of telecom sector.

During his tour of the center, Dr. Amr Talaat reviewed a detailed presentation delivered by Major General Mohamed Saeed, Deputy Executive President of NTRA for Infrastructure and Radio Spectrum. The presentation covered the technical capabilities of the new headquarters, the upgraded spectrum monitoring system, and its pivotal role in developing regulatory mechanisms and enhancing the efficiency of spectrum management.

Furthermore, Dr. Amr Talaat reviewed a number of vital components, including the control center for radio spectrum monitoring sensors distributed across various parts of Egypt. He also checked the specialized measurement laboratory which is the house to an advanced set of laboratory and field spectrum measurement devices and equipment, as well as the technical support workshop responsible for repairing and enhancing the efficiency of such equipment. Additionally, he inspected the portable stations for radio spectrum monitoring, which provide flexible and rapid-response solutions to address wireless interference issues in different areas.

The inauguration of radio spectrum headquarters comes within NTRA’s efforts to enhance the efficiency of managing and monitoring radio spectrum, and to uphold the quality and stability of wireless services. This also contributes to meeting the needs of Egypt’s market, keeping pace with the rapid development of communication technologies, and strengthening Egypt’s position as a leading ICT regional hub.