Hello,

the new gTLD program should:

- provide more competition on domain name market for the benefit of registrants and allow more choice. this program will make the market dynamic even for ccTLD space.

- be inclusive of applicants from developing regions and not only for the benefit of incumbents members registries/registrars (one of JAS WG objectives)

- allow cultural, linguistic ethnic and so one communities and civil society to be more visible and present

for this round , it is clear that recommendations proposed by JAS WG should be approved and fully implemented in time otherwise it will be too late even with next round. also the early warning ability and quasi-veto right given to governments can be risky and undermining several community-based applications.

Rafik

2011/9/30 Avri Doria <[log in to unmask]>

As I have not been able to get a conference call scheduled yet, I am starting the question process. I suggest that all candidates answer all questions. I suggest that they feel free to debate among themselves and with the members of the NCSG.

Thanks

Avri

Question 6: What are you views on the new gTLD program that is scheduled to begin accepting applications in Jan 2012. What, if anything, should be changed in this round? What, if anything, should be changed in the next round?