Detection of Simba Telecom's Alleged Unauthorised Radio Frequency Spectrum Use and Enhancement of Monitoring Mechanisms to Ensure Fair Competition Among Telcos

Ms Sylvia Lim asked the Minister for Digital Development and Information (a) whether the alleged unauthorised use of radio frequency spectrum by Simba Telecom only came to light during the review of its proposed merger with M1; and (b) whether monitoring mechanisms should be enhanced to ensure fair competition among telcos.

Mrs Josephine Teo: This question has been addressed in the reply to a related Parliamentary Question by Associate Professor Terence Ho at the 7 Jul Parliament sitting. The Member may refer to that reply. [Please refer to "New Safeguards following Probe into Simba Telecom's Unauthorised Use of Radio Frequency Bands", Official Report, 7 July 2026, Vol 96, Issue 32, Written Answers to Questions for Oral Answer not Answered by End of Question Time section.]