Thank you Justine. My special thanks are to Satish Babu for managing the IDN EPDP Phase 1 as reflected at Scorecard: IDN EPDP Phase 1 Recommendations<https://www.icann.org/en/system/files/files/scorecard-idn-epdp-phase-1-recom...>. As on date, I on seeing the usage of the term "score' as from the idiomatic "score against". Sincerely, Gopal T V 0 9840121302 https://vidwan.inflibnet.ac.in/profile/57545 https://www.facebook.com/gopal.tadepalli ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Dr. T V Gopal Professor Department of Computer Science and Engineering College of Engineering Anna University Chennai - 600 025, INDIA Ph : (Off) 22351723 Extn. 3340 (Res) 24454753 ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ ________________________________ From: CPWG <cpwg-bounces@icann.org> on behalf of Justine Chew via CPWG <cpwg@icann.org> Sent: 12 June 2024 09:57 To: CPWG <cpwg@icann.org> Subject: [CPWG] Fwd: [SubPro-IRT] Board resolution relevant to next round Dear all, I am forwarding the following notice that was given to the SubPro IRT, but taking the liberty to add the pertinent context/conclusion. On Saturday 8 June 2024, the ICANN Board passed a number of resolutions pertaining to the Next Round. * IDN EPDP Ph1 Recommendations<https://www.icann.org/en/board-activities-and-meetings/materials/approved-re...> * Resolved (2024.06.08.04), the ICANN Board adopts the Scorecard: IDN EPDP Phase 1 Recommendations<https://www.icann.org/en/system/files/files/scorecard-idn-epdp-phase-1-recom...> in full. Section A of the Scorecard identifies the Outputs that the Board adopts. Section B identifies the Outputs that the Board designates as pending. * Approach for Handling Content-Restrictive Commitments in Next Round Registry Agreements<https://www.icann.org/en/board-activities-and-meetings/materials/approved-re...> * Resolved (2024.06.08.08), the ICANN Board determines that ICANN should exclude from the Next Round RAs any RVCs and other comparable registry commitments that restrict content in gTLDs. * Supplemental Recommendations on the new gTLD SubPro PDP<https://www.icann.org/en/board-activities-and-meetings/materials/approved-re...> * Resolved, (2024.06.08.11), the Board adopts the June 2024 Scorecard: Subsequent Procedures Supplemental Recommendations<https://www.icann.org/en/system/files/files/scorecard-subsequent-procedures-...>, dated 8 June 2024 (Supplemental Recommendations Scorecard), consisting of: * Section A, which details the Supplemental Recommendations that the Board adopts. * Topic 17: Applicant Support (17.2) * Topic 32: Limited Challenges and Appeals (32.1, 32.2 and 32.10) * Section B, which details the Supplemental Recommendations that the Board does not adopt, including a rationale. * Topic 9: Registry Voluntary Commitments / Public Interest Commitments (9.2) * Topic 18: Terms and Conditions (18.1 and 18.3) * GAC Advice in ICANN77 Communique Regarding Avoiding Auctions Between Commercial/Non-Commercial Applications<https://www.icann.org/en/board-activities-and-meetings/materials/approved-re...> * Whereas, the Board has identified concerns with GAC Consensus Advice item 4.a.i (i.e. Washington, D.C. Communiqué includes advice concerning Topic 35, and, specifically, the use of auctions between commercial and noncommercial applications) including concerns regarding the feasibility of implementation from both a practical and legal standpoint. * Whereas, the Board has noted that GAC Consensus Advice item 4.a.i does not align with the relevant SubPro recommendations related to Topic 35, which call for the continued use of ICANN Auctions of Last Resort as a contention resolution mechanism. * GGP for Applicant Support Recommendations<https://www.icann.org/en/board-activities-and-meetings/materials/approved-re...> * Resolved (2024.06.08.17), the ICANN Board adopts all nine guidance recommendations as documented in the GGP for Applicant Support Final Report. * Next Round Funding<https://www.icann.org/en/board-activities-and-meetings/materials/approved-re...> * Whereas, the BFC has recommended that the Board approve funding from the New gTLD Program: 2012 Round Application Fees of up to US$23 million to cover further implementation costs for the New gTLD Program: Next Round through 31 March 2025. * Resolved (2024.06.08.19), the Board authorizes the ICANN Interim President and CEO, or her designee(s), to spend up to US$23 million from the New gTLD Program: 2012 Round Application Fees to fund the implementation work of the New gTLD Program: Next Round through 31 March 2025. Justine ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Lars Hoffmann <lars.hoffmann@icann.org<mailto:lars.hoffmann@icann.org>> Date: Wed, 12 Jun 2024 at 11:56 Subject: [SubPro-IRT] Board resolution relevant to next round To: subpro-irt@icann.org<mailto:subpro-irt@icann.org> <subpro-irt@icann.org<mailto:subpro-irt@icann.org>> Dear IRT members, On Saturday 8 June 2024, the ICANN Board passed a number of resolutions pertaining to the Next Round. For ease of access, I have pasted the link the resolutions on: * IDN EPDP Ph1 Recommendations<https://www.icann.org/en/board-activities-and-meetings/materials/approved-re...> * Approach for Handling Content-Restrictive Commitments in Next Round Registry Agreements<https://www.icann.org/en/board-activities-and-meetings/materials/approved-re...> * Supplemental Recommendations on the new gTLD SubPro PDP<https://www.icann.org/en/board-activities-and-meetings/materials/approved-re...> * GAC Advice in ICANN77 Communique Regarding Avoiding Auctions Between Commercial/Non-Commercial Applications<https://www.icann.org/en/board-activities-and-meetings/materials/approved-re...> * GGP for Applicant Support Recommendations<https://www.icann.org/en/board-activities-and-meetings/materials/approved-re...> * Next Round Funding<https://www.icann.org/en/board-activities-and-meetings/materials/approved-re...> Best wishes. Lars _______________________________________________ SubPro-IRT mailing list SubPro-IRT@icann.org<mailto:SubPro-IRT@icann.org> https://mm.icann.org/mailman/listinfo/subpro-irt _______________________________________________ By submitting your personal data, you consent to the processing of your personal data for purposes of subscribing to this mailing list accordance with the ICANN Privacy Policy (https://www.icann.org/privacy/policy) and the website Terms of Service (https://www.icann.org/privacy/tos). You can visit the Mailman link above to change your membership status or configuration, including unsubscribing, setting digest-style delivery or disabling delivery altogether (e.g., for a vacation), and so on.

Dear Justine Good to know that the Board has adopted the recommendations of the EPDP on IDNs Phase 1 report. Section B, which has been designated as "pending", are all items that have financial implications for ICANN. It is logical that these may require further analysis. With kind regards satish On Wed, 12 Jun, 2024, 06:27 Justine Chew via CPWG, <cpwg@icann.org> wrote:

Dear all,

I am forwarding the following notice that was given to the SubPro IRT, but taking the liberty to add the pertinent context/conclusion.

On Saturday 8 June 2024, the ICANN Board passed a number of resolutions pertaining to the Next Round.

- IDN EPDP Ph1 Recommendations <https://www.icann.org/en/board-activities-and-meetings/materials/approved-re...> - Resolved (2024.06.08.04), the ICANN Board adopts the Scorecard: IDN EPDP Phase 1 Recommendations <https://www.icann.org/en/system/files/files/scorecard-idn-epdp-phase-1-recom...> in full. *Section A of the Scorecard* identifies the Outputs that the Board adopts. *Section B* identifies the Outputs that the Board designates as pending.

- Approach for Handling Content-Restrictive Commitments in Next Round Registry Agreements <https://www.icann.org/en/board-activities-and-meetings/materials/approved-re...> - Resolved (2024.06.08.08), the ICANN Board determines that ICANN should exclude from the Next Round RAs any RVCs and other comparable registry commitments that restrict content in gTLDs.

- Supplemental Recommendations on the new gTLD SubPro PDP <https://www.icann.org/en/board-activities-and-meetings/materials/approved-re...> - Resolved, (2024.06.08.11), the Board adopts the June 2024 Scorecard: Subsequent Procedures Supplemental Recommendations <https://www.icann.org/en/system/files/files/scorecard-subsequent-procedures-...> , dated 8 June 2024 (Supplemental Recommendations Scorecard), consisting of: - Section A, which details the Supplemental Recommendations that the Board adopts. - Topic 17: Applicant Support (17.2) - Topic 32: Limited Challenges and Appeals (32.1, 32.2 and 32.10) - Section B, which details the Supplemental Recommendations that the Board does not adopt, including a rationale. - Topic 9: Registry Voluntary Commitments / Public Interest Commitments (9.2) - Topic 18: Terms and Conditions (18.1 and 18.3)

- GAC Advice in ICANN77 Communique Regarding Avoiding Auctions Between Commercial/Non-Commercial Applications <https://www.icann.org/en/board-activities-and-meetings/materials/approved-re...> - Whereas, the Board has identified concerns with GAC Consensus Advice item 4.a.i (i.e. Washington, D.C. Communiqué includes advice concerning Topic 35, and, specifically, the use of auctions between commercial and noncommercial applications) including concerns regarding the feasibility of implementation from both a practical and legal standpoint. - Whereas, the Board has noted that GAC Consensus Advice item 4.a.i does not align with the relevant SubPro recommendations related to Topic 35, which call for the continued use of ICANN Auctions of Last Resort as a contention resolution mechanism.

- GGP for Applicant Support Recommendations <https://www.icann.org/en/board-activities-and-meetings/materials/approved-re...> - Resolved (2024.06.08.17), the ICANN Board adopts all nine guidance recommendations as documented in the GGP for Applicant Support Final Report.

- Next Round Funding <https://www.icann.org/en/board-activities-and-meetings/materials/approved-re...> - Whereas, the BFC has recommended that the Board approve funding from the New gTLD Program: 2012 Round Application Fees of up to US$23 million to cover further implementation costs for the New gTLD Program: Next Round through 31 March 2025. - Resolved (2024.06.08.19), the Board authorizes the ICANN Interim President and CEO, or her designee(s), to spend up to US$23 million from the New gTLD Program: 2012 Round Application Fees to fund the implementation work of the New gTLD Program: Next Round through 31 March 2025.

Justine

---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Lars Hoffmann <lars.hoffmann@icann.org> Date: Wed, 12 Jun 2024 at 11:56 Subject: [SubPro-IRT] Board resolution relevant to next round To: subpro-irt@icann.org <subpro-irt@icann.org>

Dear IRT members,

On Saturday 8 June 2024, the ICANN Board passed a number of resolutions pertaining to the Next Round. For ease of access, I have pasted the link the resolutions on:

- IDN EPDP Ph1 Recommendations <https://www.icann.org/en/board-activities-and-meetings/materials/approved-re...> - Approach for Handling Content-Restrictive Commitments in Next Round Registry Agreements <https://www.icann.org/en/board-activities-and-meetings/materials/approved-re...> - Supplemental Recommendations on the new gTLD SubPro PDP <https://www.icann.org/en/board-activities-and-meetings/materials/approved-re...> - GAC Advice in ICANN77 Communique Regarding Avoiding Auctions Between Commercial/Non-Commercial Applications <https://www.icann.org/en/board-activities-and-meetings/materials/approved-re...> - GGP for Applicant Support Recommendations <https://www.icann.org/en/board-activities-and-meetings/materials/approved-re...> - Next Round Funding <https://www.icann.org/en/board-activities-and-meetings/materials/approved-re...>

Best wishes.

Lars

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