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US FCC Toughens Submarine Communication Cable Rules

Published Thursday, June 25, 2026 · Updated June 26

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  • FCC Regulatory Action Details — 1 source

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The US Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has voted to toughen its rules regarding submarine communication cables. The new regulations aim to increase oversight, making it more difficult for Chinese companies to supply equipment while expediting approvals for trusted US technology firms. Operators connecting to US facilities will now require licenses.

What We Know — Key Points

  • Submarine communications cables handle 99 per cent of international internet traffic.
  • The US Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has voted to strengthen oversight of submarine communication cables.
  • The FCC's new rules aim to make it harder for Chinese companies to provide equipment for these cables.
  • The new rules will fast-track approvals for trusted US tech firms.
  • Operators of submarine line terminal equipment connecting to US facilities will be required to obtain licenses under the new rules.

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FCC Regulatory Action Details
  • Channel News Asia

    The US Federal Communications Commission has voted to strengthen oversight of submarine communication cables, aiming to make it harder for Chinese companies to provide equipment while fast-tracking approvals for trusted US tech firms. The new rules will require licenses for operators of submarine line terminal equipment connecting to US facilities.

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