en.Wedoany.com Reported - The NEO Association has signed an agreement with Feninfra to assist its members in proving compliance with tax and labor obligations to the National Telecommunications Agency (Anatel). Currently, Feninfra is the only entity certified by Anatel to issue such proof, but the agency retains the possibility of certifying other employer or labor entities.

Under the agreement, the NEO Association will act as a repository for its members' supporting documents and will be responsible for their preliminary analysis, utilizing the artificial intelligence tool provided by Feninfra. Based on this assessment, a technical opinion will be issued to support decision-making. The final verification of documents and the issuance of the Compliance Certificate (Atestado de Regularidade) will remain entirely the responsibility of Feninfra, in accordance with regulatory requirements, compliance principles, and applicable data protection norms.

The issuance of the certificate is the responsibility of telecommunications operators, as stipulated by Anatel in the General Telecommunications Services Regulation (Resolution No. 777/2025, Article 43). The NEO Association believes that this initiative strengthens the role of representative bodies in promoting a more ethical and competitive business environment. Rodrigo Schuch, Executive President of the NEO Association, stated that the association is committed to fostering a level playing field where companies dedicated to quality, employee safety, regulatory compliance, and fulfilling legal obligations are recognized. This agreement reinforces the commitment to providing technical guidance, legal certainty, and combating unfair competition in the telecommunications sector.

Vivien Suruagy, President of Feninfra, emphasized that the partnership with the NEO Association expands the reach of technical support provided to the market and strengthens the implementation of Anatel's regulatory guidelines. Cooperation with the NEO Association is another important step in consolidating a culture of compliance within the industry. Combating unfair competition requires information, guidance, and technical support to help companies that wish to operate in a compliant, safe, and regulatory-compliant manner. FENINFRA reaffirms its commitment to this process and values economic agents that fulfill their obligations.

Feninfra has also signed agreements with other industry associations, but the scope is currently limited to offering discounts on document review fees. Associations in this category include Internet Sul, Redetelesul, and Abramulti. According to Jony Cruz, Vice President of Abramulti, the entity recognizes the importance of Anatel's efforts to bring compliance to internet operations. This measure only disadvantages those who are non-compliant or seek to continue operating illegally. The discount on review fees is significant for small operators, and all current and future Abramulti members in good standing are eligible for this benefit.

Previously, when Anatel began requiring the issuance of tax and labor compliance certificates, some industry entities raised questions, but the agency has maintained its position. This is part of Anatel's efforts to create a fairer competitive environment for the telecommunications market.

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