Dear All: Hope you are doing well, and back home and safe for those attending the meeting in Puerto Rico. I will provide you with some updates on the most important ccNSO topics during ICANN79. *SESSIONS HIGHLIGHTS* I would like to highlight 2 very interesting sessions: *Session: INTERNET FRAGMENTATION* *Recording Zoom Link: * https://icann.zoom.us/rec/play/eb-OoiMwx70VVEltpq36XGJ7rVeizqVsxxa5oeKwiHZNG... Internet fragmentation is defined in many different ways. The Internet Governance Forum (IGF) Policy Network on Internet Fragmentation (PNIF) identified three key dimensions of Internet fragmentation: · Fragmentation of the Internet user experience, · Fragmentation of the Internet’s technical layer, and · Fragmentation of Internet governance and coordination. Fragmentation has potentially significant implications for country code top-level domains (ccTLDs). At ICANN79, the ccNSO Internet Governance Liaison Committee (IGLC) is organizing a session to explore how fragmentation affects ccTLDs from different regions. What should ccTLDs be aware of, what are the regulatory realities and what are the approaches being taken by ccTLDs? Session chair: Annaliese Williams (.au) - Elena Plexida (ICANN org, Vice President for Government and IGO Engagement) - Bruna Martins dos Santos (PNIF) - Molehe Wesi (.za) - Demi Getschko (.br) - Barrack Otieno (AFTLD) *Session: ccTLD NEWS* *Recording Zoom Link: * https://icann.zoom.us/rec/play/SyWcivwkR7Ad7keSfjBlc9ZMRqeAArBQjvL5IJ2QtiIJ9... Previous editions of the ccTLD News Sessions included a collection of case studies, statistics, new developments, trends, and more. The ccTLD News Sessions have been part of the ccNSO Members Meetings for several years. They have provided a global platform for both experienced and new people to meet, share experiences, and discuss ccTLD-related aspects. Session Chair: Jenifer Lopez (.pa) - Defending the Multistakeholder Model: Tactics for ccTLD engagement | Byron Holland (.ca) - .kr’s effort for Asia Pacific community| Boyoung Kim (.kr) - Building a Model ccTLD in Africa: Kenya Case Study | Andrew Lewela (.ke) - Globalization strategy for the ccTLD .cv | Suzete Centeio Pereira (.cv) - Update by .pg (2021-2024) | Russell Deka Takehiko Harada (.pg) *POLICY UPDATE: ccPDP4 IDN ccTLD String Selection* The ccPDP4 Working Group defines the criteria, process and procedures for the (de)selection of IDN ccTLDs associated with the country codes assigned to countries, territories or other areas of geopolitical interest listed in the ISO 3166-1 standard. The results of this ccPDP4 will eventually replace the IDN ccTLD Fast Track Process. The Working Group completed its final report by ICANN79, taking into account the assessment made following its recent request for comments. This includes the general policy proposals for the IDN ccTLD string selection process. It also includes proposals for variant management, confusing similarity, de-selection and review mechanisms. The final report was presented and adopted by the ccNSO Council and is expected to be submitted by ICANN80 to the ICANN Board. Read the Final Report by the ccPDP4. Working Group here: https://ccnso.icann.org/en/workinggroups/ccpdp4-final-report-23feb24-en.pdf *WORKING GROUPS - COMMITTEES UPDATES* *Recording Zoom Link: * https://icann.zoom.us/rec/play/d_ZF5oZyjE9Rc5mMuJDp9qDdaI3Edf5spqQzuQ5ZC5Oj_... *I only included updates of the Committees which may relevant to ALAC* *UNIVERSAL ACCEPTANCE COMMITTEE (UAC)* RECENT ACTIVITIES: 1. The ccNSO appointed liaison to UASG, regularly informs ccNSO Council & UAC about UASG activities. 2. UAC defined its work plan for the year ahead o Taking into consideration the UAC scope as defined in its charter, UAC further explored the relevance of the themes for the ccTLD community and ccNSO in general, to better understand how to organize potential work on these themes. o Phased approach: · Brainstorming via napkin pitches (completed) · Performing an impact-effort analysis (ongoing) · Setting priorities (ongoing) 3. Launch of the UA library A vetted list of resources on UA, Internationalized Domain Names (IDNs) and Email Address Internationalization (EAI) for ccTLDs. Includes: link to tools, articles, reports and more. The purpose is to provide central and open space of relevant information for ccTLDs UAC subgroup acts as Editorial Board for the UAC library. The Editorial Board reviews incoming requests for inclusion in the library. The group is guided by its Terms of Reference. READ MORE https://community.icann.org/x/UIAvEQ *DNS ABUSE STANDING COMMITTEE (DASC)* On Saturday, 2 March, the ccNSO DNS Abuse Standing Committee (DASC) held an internal working session to discuss its work plan for the coming year. Additionally, on Wednesday afternoon, the DASC leadership team presented to the ccTLD community their progress to date and next steps. DASC will continue promoting the Library and Mailing List as useful tools for ccTLD managers. Relevant documents are available on its website <https://ccnso.icann.org/en/workinggroups/dasc.htm> and workspace <https://community.icann.org/pages/viewpage.action?pageId=197263591>. *INTERNET GOVERNANCE LIAISON COMMITTEE (IGLC)* On Sunday, 3 March, the IGLC held a working session during ICANN79. Topics for discussion included the United Nations (UN) led review of the World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS) being held in 2025 on the twentieth anniversary of the original WSIS, and why it matters to ccTLDs around the world. There was an Introduction and update about ICANN’s communications and engagement strategy by Veni Markovski. On Tuesday, 5th. the ccNSO Internet Governance Liaison Committee (IGLC) organized a session which explored Internet Fragmentation, and how it impacts ccTLDs around the world. (information at the beginning of the report) *COUNCIL MEETING #203* *March 7th., 2024* *Recording Zoom Link: * https://icann.zoom.us/rec/play/-x0ShFhEoS6ZaKZvTZ45RNQ7p92Z7xck4Sr2qCQe-5thr... Relevant Topics discussed: *1. **Chair and vice chair election* Alejandra Reynoso was re-elected as a Chair Biyi Oladipo and Jordan Carter were reelected as Vice Chairs *2. **Roles and responsibilities* Adopted. *3. **Discussion and adoption ccPDP4* The two parts were approved: 1) Adoption recommended policy ccPDP4 on (de-)selection of IDN ccTLD strings 2) Support of Advice to ccTLD Managers with respect to registration of variants at second or levels under management and on IDN Tables. *4. **Adoption Advice to ccTLDs* Discussion and decision on next steps outcome world cafés on keeping the ccNSO relevant next 7 years. *5. **Discussion and decision output open space sessions and GRC/Council workshop on continuous improvement.* Areas of concern to membership: · Engagement and participation · Knowledge sharing and communication · Process and structural improvements The complete agenda and notes are available at the liaison wiki space <https://community.icann.org/display/atlarge/ALAC+Liaison+to+the+ccNSO+Report...> If you need any other information or details on any session, just let me know, I will be happy to provide you with information needed. Thank you! Kindest Regards, *Laura Margolis* ALAC Liaison to ccNSO margolisl@gmail.com +59899690992 skype: lauri.margolis ccNSO Liaison Workspace <https://community.icann.org/display/atlarge/ALAC+Liaison+to+the+ccNSO+Report...>