November 2007 - council - lists.icann.org

[Fwd: Olga Cavalli SOI]
by GNSO.SECRETARIAT＠GNSO.ICANN.ORG Nov. 20, 2007

Nov. 20, 2007

*_Olga Cavalli SOI_* I hold a degree in Electronic and Electric Engineer, an MBA and masters degree in Telecommunication Regulation. I am working towards my PhD in Business Administration, the focus of my investigation is Internet Governance and Development in Latin America. From the academic side, I am a private investigator and a professor at the University of Buenos Aires, at the Instituto Tecnológico Buenos Aires and at the Diplomacy Career of the Ministry of Foreing Affairs of Argentina. In these institutions I teach technology, organizational structure and public policy. As an advisor to the Argentine Ministry of Foreign Affairs, I have represented Argentina both at the WSIS second phase and in the GAC. I am a member of the Advisory Group for the Internet Governance Forum (IGF). In the private sector, I have worked as a consultant for companies and non-governmental organizations in Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Uruguay, Venezuela, USA, Canada and Germany. I am convinced that Internet and ICTs are a leapfrog for development in Latin America, in this sense understanding Internet policies and ICANN role is relevant. Among the various issues related with Internet public policy, I find specially interesting and challenging IDNs and new gTLDs. -- Glen de Saint Géry GNSO Secretariat - ICANN gnso.secretariat[at]gnso.icann.org http://gnso.icann.org

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Links to documents for the GNSO Council teleconference 20 November 2007
by GNSO.SECRETARIAT＠GNSO.ICANN.ORG Nov. 19, 2007

Nov. 19, 2007

Dear All, The links to documents for the GNSO Council meeting on Tuesday 20 November 2007: Item 2: - Draft GNSO Council minutes of 11 October 2007 http://gnso.icann.org/mailing-lists/archives/council/msg04014.html Item 3: - Intergovernmental Organization Dispute Resolution Process (IGO-DRP) developed by staff: http://gnso.icann.org/drafts/gnso-igo-drp-report-v2-28sep07.pdf Item 4: Inter-Registrar Transfer Policy PDP - Meeting transcript from L.A.: http://gnso.icann.org/meetings/transcripts-gnso-council-transfers27oct07.pdf - Issues Report: http://gnso.icann.org/issues/transfers/issues-report-transfer-denial-clarif… note Section 2.2.e, staff recommendation for a PDP and Section 5, DISCUSSION OF POSSIBLE POLICY OUTCOMES Item 5. Discussion of Board Motion of Interim solution WG - Adopted Board Resolutions Los Angeles http://www.icann.org/minutes/resolutions-02nov07.htm#_Toc55609363 Update on Internationalized Domain Names - Charter IDNC Working Group http://www.ccnso.icann.org/workinggroups/idnc-charter.htm - Draft GNSO comments revised in L.A: http://gnso.icann.org/drafts/ccnso-gac-issues-paper-idn-ccs-draft-gnso-comm… Item 6: - Draft Report of the BGC on GNSO Improvements http://icann.org/topics/gnso-improvements/gnso-improvements-report-15oct07.… Item 8: - Letter on behalf of Hagen Hultzsch re job description for open GNSO Council position in 2008 http://gnso.icann.org/mailing-lists/archives/council/msg04100.html Item 9: - Pending Work Item Review http://gnso.icann.org/meetings/pending-action-list.pdf -- Glen de Saint Géry GNSO Secretariat - ICANN gnso.secretariat[at]gnso.icann.org http://gnso.icann.org

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RE: Domain Tasting PDP; Request for appointment of constituency representatives and for constituency statements
by Olof Nordling Nov. 19, 2007

Nov. 19, 2007

Dear all, This is a friendly reminder that the Constituency statements on Domain Tasting (see below) are due on 5 December. At the same time, this is an equally friendly reminder to appoint a Constituency representative for the coordination of that task - not all Constituencies have done so yet (or at least not made the appointment known yet). Very best regards Olof -----Original Message----- From: Olof Nordling [mailto:olof.nordling@icann.org] Sent: den 1 november 2007 21:10 To: 'Steve Metalitz'; 'David W. Maher'; 'Milton Mueller'; 'tony.ar.holmes(a)bt.com'; 'Philip Sheppard'; 'jnevett(a)networksolutions.com' Cc: 'gnso-dt-wg(a)icann.org'; 'Council GNSO' Subject: Domain Tasting PDP; Request for appointment of constituency representatives and for constituency statements To the GNSO Constituency Chairs: Dear all, A PDP on domain tasting was launched through the adoption of the below resolutions at the 31 October GNSO Council meeting. I draw your attention to the requirements to appoint a representative of your constituency and to submit a constituency statement on the subject matter within 35 days, i.e. no later than 5 December 2007. The PDP will be conducted with "a committee of the whole" and observers are invited and welcome. A mailing list for the PDP will be established in the near future. Very best regards Olof Resolution 2. Whereas the issues report on Domain Tasting http://gnso.icann.org/issues/domain-tasting/gnso-domain-tasting-report-14jun 07.pdf has been released and discussed and Whereas, the GNSO Council acknowledges the Final Outcomes Report of the ad hoc group on Domain Tasting, http://gnso.icann.org/drafts/gnso-domain-tasting-adhoc-outcomes-report-final .pdf the Council hereby initiates a Policy Development Process, and pursuant to Sections 4 and 8 of Annex A of the Bylaws, The GNSO council resolves to initiate a PDP to address the issues set forth in the Issues Report by Staff and in the Outcomes Report of the ad hoc group and encourages staff to apply ICANN's fee collections to names registered and subsequently deregistered during the add-grace period. Resolution 3. Whereas, the GNSO Council has resolved to initiate a Policy Development Process on Domain Tasting, and pursuant to Sections 4 and 8 of Annex A of the Bylaws, resolves as follows: 1. To request that each constituency appoint a representative to solicit the constituency's views on the issues presented in the Issues Report by Staff and in the Outcomes Report of the ad hoc group. Each such representative is asked to submit a Constituency Statement to the ICANN staff manager within thirty-five (35) calendar days of this resolution. 2. To request that ICANN Staff take all Constituency Statements, the two prior reports, and other information and compile (and post on the Comment Site) an Initial Report within fifty (50) calendar days of this resolution. 3. Thereafter, the PDP shall follow the provisions of Item 9 of Annex A of the Bylaws, in creating a Final Report for Council.

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ICANN Board meeting agenda for 20 Nov 2007
by Bruce Tonkin Nov. 19, 2007

Nov. 19, 2007

Hello All, For information, below is the ICANN Board agenda for the meeting this week. Regards, Bruce Tonkin From: http://www.icann.org/minutes/ 20 November 2007 Special Meeting of the Board 1. Whois Conflict of National Laws Procedure 2. Discussion of .TEL Contractual Amendment 3. Redelegation of ccTLD for .BB (Barbados) 4. Initiation of Early Awareness Procedures for Global Policy Proposals a. Allocation of Autonomous System Numbers b. Allocation of the remaining IPv4 address space in the Regional Internet Registry system 5. Update on Czech Arbitration Court UDRP Application 6. Contract for Consultant to write RFP for New GTLD Process 7. Discussion of progress planning for New gTLD Policy and Implementation 8. Updates on Bylaws-Mandated Reviews 9. Discussion of President's Report 10. Discussion of Internet Governance Forum (IGF) 11. Other Business

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Visas for ICANN Meeting in New Delhi, India
by GNSO.SECRETARIAT＠GNSO.ICANN.ORG Nov. 16, 2007

Nov. 16, 2007

[To: Council[at]gnso.icann.org] [To: liaison6c[at]gnso.icann.org] Dear All, With the holiday season approaching and with little time to the next ICANN meeting in New Delhi, please note the following information about visas, and please make a timely application for such if you need one. http://del.icann.org/node/11 To request an invitation letter from ICANN for the meeting, click here http://forms.icann.org/cgi/invitation-request Foreign Nationals desirous of coming into India are required to possess a valid passport of their country and a valid Indian Visa. They are very easy to obtain and the application is very straight forward and can easily be obtained from your nearest Indian Mission (Embassy, consulate or high commission). There is no provision of 'Visa on Arrival' in India and no fee is charged for immigration facilities at the airports. Foreign passengers should ensure that they are in possession of valid Indian Visa before they start their journey to India except nationals of Nepal and Bhutan who do not require visa to enter India and nationals of Maldives who do not require visa for entry in India for a period up to 90 days (a separate Visa regime exists for diplomatic/official passport holders). The Consular Passport and Visa (CPV) Division of the Ministry of External Affairs is responsible for issuance of Indian visas to the foreign nationals for their visit for various purposes. This facility is granted through various Indian missions abroad. Visa fees are non-refundable and subject to change without notice. The High Commission reserves the right on granting and deciding type/duration of visa irrespective of the fees tendered at the time of making application. Granting of Visa does not confer the right of entry to India and is subject to the discretion of the Immigration Authorities. Specific Visas are granted for a variety of purposes. The principal types of Visa issued are mentioned below. TOURIST VISA Tourist visas valid for six-month and one year (six months stay each time) are available. Ten-year Tourist visas permitting a stay of maximum of six-month on each visit are available to U.S. citizens who are frequent visitors to India. A person desirous of visiting India frequently but not intending to stay for more than six months at a time is advised to apply for this type of visa. Please note that it is not possible to extend your stay in India beyond 6 months if you are visiting India on this visa. For non-US nationals, who are permanent residents of US 5 year tourist visa with six months stay each visit is available. ENTRY VISA Valid for six months to one-year stay with multiple entries for legitimate purposes only. Five-year long-term stay visas are available only for US citizens of Indian origin. The five-year entry visa allows the holder to stay in India for up to 5 years after they have registered themselves with the authorities in India. This visa is advisable for people who intend to live in India on a long-term basis and for more than six months at a time. There is no Ten-year entry visa. BUSINESS VISA Valid for six months and one year with multiple entries. A letter from Sponsoring Organization indicating the nature of applicant's business, probable duration of stay, places and organizations to be visited incorporating therein a guarantee to meet maintenance expenses, etc. may accompany the application. Ten-year Business visas are available to U.S passport holders. A business letter from India or US may accompany the application. STUDENT VISA Depending upon the duration of the course, multiple entry student visas for bonafide students to pursue regular studies at recognized institution in India are available. Visa is valid for up to five years or the duration of the course whichever is less. A letter confirming admission from such an institution along with evidence of financial arrangements for stay in India should accompany the application. In case of admission in medical or para-medical courses in India, a letter of approval or No Objection Certificate from Ministry of Health, Government of India, New Delhi, is mandatory. Likewise for admission in graduate or post-graduate courses in Engineering or Technical Institutions in India, a letter of approval or a No Objection from Ministry of Human Resources Development (Dept. of Education), Government of India, New Delhi, should be submitted. For research purposes detailed synopsis of the research project, countersigned by the sponsoring institution in India should be submitted. Processing of applications for research may take about three months. TRANSIT VISA Valid for single/double entry for short stop over for travelling to a third country is available. Confirmed onward tickets must accompany the applications. Missionaries: Valid for single entry and duration as permitted by the Government of India. A letter in triplicate, from sponsoring organization indicating intended destination in India, probable length of stay, and nature of duties to be discharged should be submitted along with guarantee for applicant's maintenance while in India. Processing of applications for missionaries may take up to three months. JOURNALIST VISA Journalist visas are given to professional journalists and photographers for three months stay in India. EMPLOYMENT VISA Employment visas are initially issued for one-year stay. A copy of the contract with the employer has to be enclosed. Kindly note that Employment Visa is given only for jobs that require very high level of skills and expertise. This can be extended by Foreigners Regional Registration Office in India, if the job contract continues. Spouses and children are granted co-terminus entry visas on request. CONFERENCE VISAS Letter of invitation from the organizer of the conference and approvals of Indian authorities are to be submitted along with the visa application. TRANSFER OF VISAS To transfer visas from an expired passport to the new passport, application form duly filled in along with one photo and the required fees. It is possible to travel with expired old passport with valid Indian visa and valid new passport issued subsequent to issue of Indian visa. Miscellaneous Information The duration of stay in India, for each visit on a tourist visa or business visa is only for a period of 6 months even though a valid visa may be for more than 6 months. Contact For further clarification on Visa rules or related problems, contact the Officer of the Consular Division, of the Mission in which Visa is to be applied. VISA APPLICATION FORMS Indian Missions / Embassies Abroad -- http://www.meaindia.nic.in/onmouse/mission.htm Delhi Tourism http://delhitourism.nic.in/index.aspx India Tourism http://tourism.gov.in/ or http://www.incredibleindia.org http://www.delhimapindia.com -- Glen de Saint Géry GNSO Secretariat - ICANN gnso.secretariat[at]gnso.icann.org http://gnso.icann.org

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Draft Advisory Concerning Inter-Registrar Transfer Policy
by GNSO.SECRETARIAT＠GNSO.ICANN.ORG Nov. 16, 2007

Nov. 16, 2007

[To: council[at]gnso.icann.org; liaison6c[at]gnso.icann.org] [To: ga[at]gnso.icann.org; announce[at]gnso.icann.org] [To: regional-liaisons[at]icann.org] A Draft Advisory Concerning Inter-Registrar Transfer Policy http://gnso.icann.org/issues/transfers/gnso-draft-transfer-advisory-14nov07… is posted on pages What's New at http://gnso.icann.org/, and also under Transfers at http://gnso.icann.org/issues/. The purpose of this advisory is to assist ICANN-accredited registrars and domain-name registrants in understanding how the Inter-Registrar Transfer Policy requirements apply in certain common situations , and to ensure a consistent understanding of the current policy requirements. The advisory is based on issues identified by a working group consisting of both registry and registrar representatives in the process of reviewing the policy for effectiveness. As part of the review the group also referred a list of issues to the GNSO for further consideration (see http://gnso.icann.org/drafts/Transfer-Policy-Issues-23aug07.pdf) The draft advisory is also posted for Public Comment http://www.icann.org/public_comment/ Inter-Registrar Transfer Policy Public Comments Open: 15 November 2007 Public Comments Close: 7 December 2007 Explanation: The GNSO Council, in the process of reviewing the Inter-Registrar Transfer Policy, formed a working group to review the effectiveness of the policy and identify areas where future policy work might be beneficial. One of the working group's outputs was a draft advisory containing certain reminders and clarifications relevant to the policy. In accordance with the GNSO Council's resolution of 20 September 07, this draft Advisory is being posted for constituency and community review and comment. The input received will be reviewed and analyzed by the GNSO Council, pursuant to which this or an amended form of the draft may be released as a community advisory. Announcement | Comments | Add comment | Summary/analysis of comments Thank you for taking the time to comment. Glen de Saint Géry GNSO Secretariat - ICANN gnso.secretariat[at]gnso.icann.org http://gnso.icann.org

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ICANN Commends Successful IGF Meeting
by GNSO.SECRETARIAT＠GNSO.ICANN.ORG Nov. 15, 2007

Nov. 15, 2007

[To: council[at]gnso.icann.org; liaison6c[at]gnso.icann.org] [To: ga[at]gnso.icann.org; announce[at]gnso.icann.org] [To: regional-liaisons[at]icann.org] http://www.icann.org/announcements/announcement-2-15nov07.htm ICANN Commends Successful IGF Meeting 15 November 2007 RIO DE JANEIRO: The Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers today commended the second meeting of the Internet Governance Forum (IGF) in Rio de Janeiro. "Just as was envisioned, the IGF has brought together the Internet community — including ICANN — to meet and discuss the most pressing Internet issues we face together," said Dr Paul Twomey, ICANN’s President and CEO. "ICANN has had a large number of discussions with a wide range of people at the IGF, and have built new bridges and strengthened existing relationships." During the course of the meeting, ICANN concluded two important and significant arrangements with other international organizations. * A global collaboration with the International Telecommunication Union and the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) to build universal standards that encourage a multilingual cyberspace. * A Memorandum of Understanding with the African Telecommunications Union that help raise awareness and increase understanding of Internet governance issues with African policy makers and regulators "As I said in my remarks at the opening of the IGF, ICANN wants as many people as possible to take part in our community. I invite all IGF participants to get involved with ICANN and help us strengthen the single, global, interoperable Internet." ICANN representatives also took part in panels and workshops ranging from the opening session to critical Internet resources; multilingual standards, the functioning of the DNS system, DNSSEC, malicious use of domain names, the root server system, and public policy on the Internet. ICANN also held its own public forum where it heard from participants and explained how the ICANN model is working. Peter Dengate Thrush, ICANN’s new chair, also expressed his delight at the IGF’s bringing together of the global Internet community "The IGF has provided us all with a great opportunity to share information and experiences, and in some cases correct misimpressions of how the Internet works and what roles organizations like ICANN play," Dengate Thrush said. "All of these discussion will play a key role in strengthening and protecting the single, global, interoperable Internet that ICANN stands for. "The meeting has also strengthened the multistakeholder model pioneered by ICANN — where everyone from governments to civil society can participate as equals — as the best way to approach Internet issues. We look forward to more conversations next year at the IGF in India," Dengate Thrush said. -- Glen de Saint Géry GNSO Secretariat - ICANN gnso.secretariat[at]gnso.icann.org http://gnso.icann.org

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ICANN Chair Opens Doors to Participation
by GNSO.SECRETARIAT＠GNSO.ICANN.ORG Nov. 15, 2007

Nov. 15, 2007

[To: council[at]gnso.icann.org; liaison6c[at]gnso.icann.org] [To: ga[at]gnso.icann.org; announce[at]gnso.icann.org] [To: regional-liaisons[at]icann.org] http://www.icann.org/announcements/announcement-15nov07.htm ICANN Chair Opens Doors to Participation Whoever you are, wherever you are, get involved 15 November 2007 Portuguese http://www.icann.org/announcements/announcement-portuguese-15nov07.htm RIO DE JANEIRO: ICANN chairman Peter Dengate Thrush took the opportunity of the last day of the Internet Governance Forum (IGF) in Rio to urge everyone at the conference to get involved and participate in ICANN. "Whoever you are, wherever you are, if you are interested in finding out more about ICANN, or its work, the door is open," Dengate Thrush said. "Please walk in." ICANN's organizational model has been specifically designed to allow everyone to contribute, from business to governments to the technical community to everyday Internet users. There are three supporting organizations and five advisory committees that make-up ICANN's policy-making processes: every one of these is able to introduce suggestions for policy change or creation, and make comments on policy suggestions from others. "If you want to participate in ICANN's work but don't know where to start; if you are uncertain about which supporting organization you should join; or if you are just looking for an explanation about how the organization works, please just email us," Dengate Thrush added. "We have set up a single email address to deal with requests, and we will be glad to hear from you." The email address, get-involved(a)icann.org, is intended to help people understand ICANN's structure and system and direct people to the representatives of the most appropriate supporting organizations or advisory committee for assistance. To make that process simpler and more efficient, please arrange your email in the following way. First name: Last name: Organization you represent: Nature of your organization: Government | Individual Internet user | Commercial company | Non-commercial company | Technical community | Other What would you like to know (e.g. how ICANN makes decisions; how to join a particular support organization)? -- Glen de Saint Géry GNSO Secretariat - ICANN gnso.secretariat[at]gnso.icann.org http://gnso.icann.org

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Partnership to Grow Internet Information in African Nations
by GNSO.SECRETARIAT＠GNSO.ICANN.ORG Nov. 14, 2007

Nov. 14, 2007

[To: council[at]gnso.icann.org; liaison6c[at]gnso.icann.org] [To: ga[at]gnso.icann.org; announce[at]gnso.icann.org] [To: regional-liaisons[at]icann.org] http://www.icann.org/announcements/announcement-14nov07.htm Partnership to Grow Internet Information in African Nations ICANN, African Telecommunications Union sign agreement to work together 14 November 2007 RIO DE JANEIRO: Increasing awareness about Internet Governance issues and working together on the development and growth of the Internet in Africa are part of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed by the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers and the African Telecommunications Union (ATU). "It is clear there are issues where we can accomplish so much more by working together - even is as simple a step as sharing information can have a large benefit or both sides in this MoU," said Dr Paul Twomey, ICANN's President and CEO. "The Internet is all about sharing ideas and information - and this MoU is signed in that spirit." The MoU is based on a number of common goals, including: * That there is a need for increased awareness of African policy makers and regulators on issues related to Internet governance; * That there is a need to increase understanding and to build the capacity of African policy makers and regulators on Internet technical and policy issues; * That there is a need to strengthen the communication channel with African policy makers and regulators in order to disseminate information on issues related to Internet Governance; * That African governments should play an appropriate role in Internet governance at national, regional and international levels; * That African governments should set appropriate frameworks for public policy issues related to Internet governance with the objective to promote the development and the growth of the Internet in the Africa region. "ATU is the leading continental organization fostering the development of information and communication technologies infrastructure and services, and as such we are looking for partnerships that help us advance the interests of our members at global decision-making fora like ICANN," said Akossi Akossi, Secretary General of the African Telecommunications Union. ICANN and at ATU have agreed to: * Regularly exchange of information and material related to Internet governance issues. * To organize, as often as possible, joint workshops and seminars for the purpose of disseminating information and increasing the understanding of African policy makers and regulators on issues related to Internet governance. * To co-operate as far as reasonably possible in matters relating to the development and the growth of the Internet in the African region with a view to fostering evolvement of appropriate polices and regulations by exchanging experience and relevant material. A copy of the signed MOU will be posted soon at: http://www.icann.org/ -- Glen de Saint Géry GNSO Secretariat - ICANN gnso.secretariat[at]gnso.icann.org http://gnso.icann.org

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ICANN holding briefing on IDN ccTLD fast-track process at Internet Governance Forum
by GNSO.SECRETARIAT＠GNSO.ICANN.ORG Nov. 14, 2007

Nov. 14, 2007

[To: council[at]gnso.icann.org; liaison6c[at]gnso.icann.org] [To: ga[at]gnso.icann.org; announce[at]gnso.icann.org] [To: regional-liaisons[at]icann.org] http://www.icann.org/announcements/announcement-13nov07.htm ASAP: Internationalized Country Code Top-Level Domains ICANN holding briefing on IDN ccTLD fast-track process at Internet Governance Forum 13 November 2007 RIO DE JANEIRO: Getting country-code Top Level Domains up and running in scripts from local languages through a fast-track process will be explained at an information session being held at the Internet Governance Forum this Wednesday in Rio. The session, put on by the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers and the Country Code Names Supporting Organization (ccNSO), will provide interested governments and Internet communities with information on the work being done to get Internationalized ccTLDs — the part of the domain name after the dot — up and running as quickly as possible. "A lot of hard work has been done on IDNs — and there is a technical evaluation of their impact on the root zone going on as we speak. The next step is to develop the policies that will see the creation of new top-level domains in characters from the languages of the world," said Chris Disspain, ccNSO chair. "The goal behind the fast-track process is to find a way to represent territory identifications in their local languages in operation as ccTLDs as quickly as possible in the areas of highest need, without impacting the long term policy process for the full implementation of IDNs across the globe." The idea of an Internationalized Domain Names (IDNC) working group was put forward by the ccNSO council and approved by ICANN’s board at the Los Angeles meeting that wrapped up earlier this month. Details on the session: Date: Wednesday 14 November 2007 Time: 10:30 am to noon Location: Imperial Room "This fast-track process will really be driven by those who want to take part and get their name in their language on their Internet in their country," Disspain added. -- Glen de Saint Géry GNSO Secretariat - ICANN gnso.secretariat[at]gnso.icann.org http://gnso.icann.org

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