Thanks Paul, - I think we are getting closer to a solution :), but I think it's important that we keep some reference to local processes and decisions also, - because in many cases there is no applicable law referring to ccTLD resources, - but national/local processes set in agreements between national authorities and the ccTLD operator and so on. It is very important to give some reference to and recognize these "non-law" processes also. Elise -----Opprinnelig melding----- Fra: Paul M Kane - CWG [mailto:paul.kane-cwg@icb.co.uk] Sendt: 19. mars 2015 11:33 Til: Lindeberg, Elise; Martin.Boyle@nominet.org.uk Kopi: cwg-stewardship@icann.org Emne: Principles and Criteria that Should Underpin Decisions on the Transition of NTIA Stewardship Martin and Elise May I thank you both for taking the time to ensure there is consensus on the proposals principles document. I hope the following is acceptable. It may help the reader if the purpose of the proposals principles document is very clear. At the start of the document to clarify the intent: The principles contained within this document are intended to provide guidance to members of the CWG in their work in formulating proposal(s) for stable transition of the IANA functions contract from NTIA. This means that the proposals can be tested against the principles and criteria before they are sent to the ICG. Regarding 7ii) May I suggest the text reads: For ccTLDs - Respect national laws as well as any applicable consensus ICANN Policies developed by the appropriate PDP mechanism and IETF technical standards. The second paragraph is fine as is. Best Paul