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  ITU-T RECOMMENDATION

ITU-T RECOMMENDATION INTERNATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATION UNION ITU-T TELECOMMUNICATION STANDARDIZATION SECTOR OF ITU WORLD TELECOMMUNICATION STANDARDIZATION ASSEMBLY Montreal, 27 September – 6 October 2000 Resolution 40 – Regulatory aspects of ITU-T work FOREWORD The International Telecommunication Union (ITU) is the United Nations specialized agency in the field of telecommunications. (...) The approval of ITU-T Recommendations is covered by the procedure laid down in WTSA Resolution 1. (...) RESOLUTION 40 Regulatory aspects of ITU-T work (Montreal, 2000) The World Telecommunication Standardization Assembly (Montreal, 2000), considering a) that the tasks undertaken in the Telecommunication Standardization Sector cover both technical matters and matters having policy or regulatory implications; b) that rules pertaining to certain aspects of the Sector's work are being framed in terms that will rely upon clear and certain identification of the boundary between technical matters and matters having policy or regulatory implications; c) that administrations have agreed to encourage a larger role for Sector Members in the work of the Standardization Sector, particularly on technical matters; d) that the demarcation between technical matters and matters having policy or regulatory implications is being considered by Council's Working Group on ITU Reform; e) that in June 2000, TSAG established an ad hoc group to consider matters including the demarcation issue for input to the Working Group on ITU Reform; f) that many matters having policy or regulatory implications may involve technical implementation and therefore need to be considered in appropriate technical study groups; g) that Resolution 82 (Minneapolis, 1998) refers to the approval of some questions and recommendations using an alternative approval process; h) that Resolution 82 (Minneapolis, 1998) provides some examples of matters having policy or regulatory implications, noting a) that the ITU Member States have identified significant policy responsibilities in Chapter 6 of the Constitution Articles 33‑43 and in the Convention Chapter 5, Articles 36‑40 and in relevant resolutions of plenipotentiary conferences; b) that the International Telecommunication Regulations further describe policy and regulatory obligations undertaken by Member States; c) that the Convention Chapter 1, Article 13, paragraph 191 a) empowers WTSA to assign matters within its competence to the Telecommunication Standardization Advisory Group indicating the action required on those matters, resolves that further to the examples provided in Resolution 82 (Minneapolis, 1998), when determining whether a Question/Recommendation has policy or regulatory implications, study groups should more generally consider possible issues such as: ( the right of the public to correspond; ( protection of telecommunication channels and installations; ( use of limited natural resources such as unique numbering and addressing; ( secrecy and authenticity of telecommunications; ( safety of life; ( practices applicable to competitive markets; and ( any other relevant matters, including those identified by a decision of Member States, or recommended by TSAG.

Score: 968679.1 - https://www.itu.int/itudoc/itu-t/wtsa-res/res40_ww9.doc

  ITU-T Rec. Book 1 Resolutions ITU-T Series A Recommendations:

ITU-T Rec. Book 1 Resolutions ITU-T Series A Recommendations: International Telecommunication Union ITU-T TELECOMMUNICATION STANDARDIZATION SECTOR OF ITU WORLD TELECOMMUNICATION STANDARDIZATION ASSEMBLY Johannesburg, 21-30 October 2008 Resolution 40 – Regulatory aspects of ITU-T work FOREWORD The International Telecommunication Union (ITU) is the United Nations specialized agency in the field of tele​com​mu​ni​ca​tions, information and communication technologies (ICTs). The ITU Telecommunication Standardization Sector (ITU-T) is a permanent organ of ITU. ITU-T is responsible for studying technical, operating and tariff questions and issuing Recommendations on them with a view to standardizing telecommunications on a worldwide basis. (...) RESOLUTION 40 Regulatory aspects of ITU-T work (Montreal, 2000; Florianópolis, 2004; Johannesburg, 2008) The World Telecommunication Standardization Assembly (Johannesburg, 2008), recognizing the provisions of Nos. 246D to 246H of the ITU Convention, considering a) that the tasks undertaken in the ITU Telecommunication Standardization Sector (ITU-T) cover both technical matters and matters having policy or regulatory implications; b) that rules pertaining to certain aspects of the Sector's work are being framed in terms that will rely upon clear and certain identification of the boundary between technical matters and matters having policy or regulatory implications; c) that administrations have agreed to encourage a larger role for Sector Members in the work of ITU‑T, particularly on technical matters; d) that many matters having policy or regulatory implications may involve technical implementation and therefore need to be considered in appropriate technical study groups, noting a) that the ITU Member States have identified significant policy responsibilities in Chapter VI of the ITU Constitution (Articles 33‑43) and in Chapter V of the Convention (Articles 36‑40), and in relevant resolutions of plenipotentiary conferences; b) that the International Telecommunication Regulations further describe policy and regulatory obligations incumbent upon Member States; c) that No. 191C of the Convention empowers the World Telecommunication Standardization Assembly to assign matters within its competence to the Telecommunication Standardization Advisory Group (TSAG), indicating the action required on those matters, resolves 1 that, when determining whether a Question or Recommendation has policy or regulatory implications, particularly Questions or Recommendations which relate to tariff and accounting issues and relevant numbering and addressing issues, study groups shall more generally consider possible topics such as: – the right of the public to correspond; – protection of telecommunication channels and installations; – use of the limited natural resources of numbering and addressing; – naming and identification; – secrecy and authenticity of telecommunications; – safety of life; – practices applicable to competitive markets; and – any other relevant matters, including those identified by a decision of Member States, or recommended by TSAG, or Questions or Recommendations where there is any doubt about their scope; 2 to request TSAG to consult Member States on any relevant issues other than those specified above, invites Member States to contribute actively to the work to be carried out on this matter.

Score: 966143.6 - https://www.itu.int/dms_pub/it.../res/T-RES-T.40-2008-MSW-E.doc

  T09-WTSA.12-C-0115!!MSW-E

MSW-E INTERNATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATION UNION ITU-T TELECOMMUNICATION STANDARDIZATION SECTOR OF ITU WORLD TELECOMMUNICATION STANDARDIZATION ASSEMBLY Dubai, 20-29 November 2012 Resolution 40 – Regulatory aspects of ITU-T work CAUTION ! (...) The ITU Telecommunication Standardization Sector (ITU-T) is a permanent organ of ITU. ITU-T is responsible for studying technical, operating and tariff questions and issuing Recommendations on them with a view to standardizing telecommunications on a worldwide basis. (...) WTSA-2012 – Resolution 40 – Prepublished version 1 RESOLUTION 40 Regulatory aspects of ITU-T work (Montreal, 2000; Florianópolis, 2004; Johannesburg, 2008; Dubai, 2012) The World Telecommunication Standardization Assembly (Dubai, 2012), recognizing the provisions of Nos. 246D to 246H of the ITU Convention, considering a) that the tasks undertaken in the ITU Telecommunication Standardization Sector (ITU-T) cover both technical matters and matters having policy or regulatory implications; b) that rules pertaining to certain aspects of the Sector's work are being framed in terms that will rely upon clear and certain identification of the boundary between technical matters and matters having policy or regulatory implications; c) that administrations are encouraging a larger role for Sector Members in the work of ITU-T, particularly on technical matters; d) that many matters having policy or regulatory implications may involve technical implementation and therefore need to be considered in appropriate technical study groups, noting a) that the ITU Member States have identified significant policy responsibilities in Chapter VI of the ITU Constitution (Articles 33-43) and in Chapter V of the Convention (Articles 36-40), and in relevant resolutions of plenipotentiary conferences; b) that the International Telecommunication Regulations further describe policy and regulatory obligations incumbent upon Member States; c) that No. 191C of the Convention empowers the World Telecommunication Standardization Assembly (WTSA) to assign matters within its competence to the Telecommunication Standardization Advisory Group (TSAG), indicating the action required on those matters, resolves 1 that, when determining whether a Question or Recommendation has policy or regulatory implications, particularly Questions or Recommendations which relate to tariff and accounting issues, study groups shall more generally consider possible topics such as: – the right of the public to correspond; – protection of telecommunication channels and installations; – use of the limited natural resources of numbering and addressing; – naming and identification; – secrecy and authenticity of telecommunications; – safety of life; – practices applicable to competitive markets; 2 WTSA-2012 – Resolution 40 – Prepublished version – misuse of numbering resources; and – any other relevant matters, including those identified by a decision of Member States, or recommended by TSAG, or Questions or Recommendations where there is any doubt about their scope; 2 to request TSAG to consult Member States on any relevant issues other than those specified above; 3 to instruct TSAG to study and identify the operational and technical areas related to quality of service/quality of experience (QoS/QoE) of telecommunications/ICTs that might have policy and regulatory nature, taking into account the studies being carried out by the relevant study groups, and report that to the next WTSA. invites Member States to contribute actively to the work to be carried out on this matter.

Score: 957131.2 - https://www.itu.int/en/ITU-T/w...esolutions/Resolution%2040.pdf

  Microsoft PowerPoint - S1_Speaker3_Yukio Hiramatsu.ppt

Microsoft PowerPoint - S1_Speaker3_Yukio Hiramatsu.ppt 1 ITU-T Standardization and IPR July 1, 2008 NTT, Japan Yukio Hiramatsu 2 Contents IP strategic program 2007 of Japan Preparation for ITU-T meetings in Japan – SG matters – TSAG and IPR Ad Hoc matters Past contributions on IPR – Complex IPR issues – Voluntary patent search – Transfer issues Possible future study items 3 Intellectual Property Policy Headquarters under Prime Minister of Japan Keep updating IP Strategic Program every year since 2003. (...) Making Contributions to Establishing Rules for International Standards ① Taking Measures to Respond to the Exercise of Intellectual Property Rights, which Impedes the Dissemination of Technical Standards ② Aiming at Realization of a Fair and Open International Standardization System 5 Preparation for ITU-T meetings National SGs meetings to be held before and after SGs WGs are formed to study specific issues related to SGs IPR matters are discussed at the national TSAG meeting together with TSAG matters TSAG-WGs are held to accelerate study 6 Study on IPR matters in Japan NTT and TTC have been major contributors on IPR matters 13 contributions have been submitted to the IPR Ad Hoc meeting since July 2004 (10 from NTT and 3 from TTC) – Complex IPR cases (NTT) – Voluntary patent search (NTT) – Patent transfer issues (NTT) – Comments to marks and software copyright guidelines (TTC) 7 NTT contributions on complex IPR cases More thorough patent survey Cooperation with other SDO in identifying patents – The case of normative reference to other SDO’s documents – Sharing information regarding patent policy and patent statement. – Required enhancements to Recommendations A.4, A.5 and A.6 to accelerate cooperation. (...) Increased roles of the ITU-T aiming at effective licensing negotiations

Score: 941232.8 - https://www.itu.int/dms_pub/it.../06/14/T06140000010003PDFE.pdf

  PowerPoint Presentation

The treatments consisted of testing the effectiveness of the attenuating Trichoderma harzianum (T) and organic matter (OM) to improve the performance of silicon (SI) in mitigating salinity in sorghum (Sorghum bicolor [L.] (...) Potassium silicate, the source of silicon used in this work, was applied twice via soil and two foliar applications. 39.06 mL m-1 linear was applied under both conditions. The organic matter, composed of goat manure, was applied at the time of sowing in the proportion of 50 t ha-1. (...) CONCLUSIONS The results proved that the combination of silicon with Trichoderma harzianum or organic matter is more effective in alleviating the harmful impacts of salts on the growth of sorghum plants. 0 25 50 75 100 125 150 175 200 225 250 275 300 325 350 Pl an t h ei gh t ( cm ) a a b a b (A) 0 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 St em th ic kn es s ( m m ) (B) 0,0 0,2 0,4 0,6 0,8 1,0 1,2 1,4 1,6 1,8 2,0 N um be r o f t ill er s C on tro l Si lic on Si lic on + T Si lic on + O M Si lic on + O M + T a a b bb (C) Slide Number 1

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  ITU-T RECOMMENDATION

The ITU Telecommunication Standardization Sector (ITU-T) is a permanent organ of ITU. ITU-T is responsible for studying technical, operating and tariff questions and issuing Recommendations on them with a view to standardizing telecommunications on a worldwide basis. (...) WTSA-2004 – Resolution 22 1 RESOLUTION 22 Authorization for TSAG to act between WTSAs (Geneva, 1996; Montreal, 2000; Florianópolis, 2004) The World Telecommunication Standardization Assembly (Florianópolis, 2004), considering a) that, under the provisions of Article 14A of the ITU Convention, the Telecommunication Standardization Advisory Group (TSAG) is to provide guidelines for the work of study groups and recommend measures to foster coordination and cooperation with other standards bodies; b) that the rapid pace of change in the telecommunication environment and in industry groups dealing with telecommunications demands that the ITU Telecommunication Standardization Sector (ITU-T) make decisions on matters such as work priorities, study group structure and meeting schedules in shorter periods of time, between world telecommunication standardization assemblies (WTSA), in order to maintain its pre-eminence; c) that Resolution 107 (Marrakesh, 2002) of the Plenipotentiary Conference considers that there is an urgent need to ensure efficient ITU operations within the constraints of limited human and financial resources; d) that Resolution 122 (Marrakesh, 2002) of the Plenipotentiary Conference resolves that WTSA shall continue to promote the continued evolution of the standardization sector and adequately address strategic issues in standardization; e) that TSAG has made proposals for enhancing the operational efficiency of ITU-T, for improving the quality of ITU-T Recommendations and for methods of coordination and cooperation; f) that TSAG can help improve coordination of the study process and provide improved decision-making processes for the important areas of ITU-T activities; g) that flexible administrative procedures, including those related to budgetary considerations, are needed in order to adapt to rapid changes in the telecommunication environment; h) that it is desirable for TSAG to act in the four years between WTSAs in order to meet the needs of the marketplace in a timely manner, i) that it is desirable for TSAG to consider the implications of new technologies for the standardization activities of ITU-T and how such technologies can be included within the ITU-T work programme; j) that TSAG can play an important role in ensuring coordination between study groups, as appropriate, on standardization issues including, as required, avoiding duplication of work, and identifying linkages and dependencies between related work items; k) that TSAG, in providing advice to study groups, may take account of the advice of other groups, noting a) that Article 13 of the Convention states that a WTSA may assign specific matters within its competence to TSAG indicating the action required on those matters; b) that the duties of WTSA are specified in the Convention; 2 WTSA-2004 – Resolution 22 c) that the current four-year cycle for WTSAs effectively precludes the possibility of addressing unforeseen issues requiring urgent action in the interim period between assemblies; d) that TSAG meets at least on a yearly basis; e) that TSAG has already exhibited the capability to act effectively, on matters assigned to it by WTSA, recognizing that the Plenipotentiary Conference (Marrakesh, 2002) adopted Nos. 191A and 191B of the Convention that allow WTSA to establish and terminate other groups, resolves 1 to assign to TSAG the following specific matters within its competence between this assembly and the next assembly to act in the following areas in consultation with the Director of the Telecommunication Standardization Bureau (TSB), as appropriate: a) maintain up-to-date, efficient and flexible working guidelines; b) assume responsibility, including development and submission for approval under appropriate procedures, for the A-series Recommendations (Organization of the work of ITU-T); c) restructure and establish ITU-T study groups and assign chairmen and vice-chairmen to act until the next WTSA in response to changes in the telecommunication marketplace; d) issue advice on study group schedules to meet standardization priorities; e) while recognizing the primacy of the study groups in carrying out the activities of ITU-T, create, terminate or maintain other groups, appoint their chairmen and vice-chairmen, and establish their terms of reference with a defined duration, in accordance with Nos. 191A and 191B of the Convention, in order to enhance and improve the effectiveness of ITU-T’s work as well as promoting flexibility in responding rapidly to high-priority issues; such groups shall not adopt Questions or Recommendations; f) review reports of and consider appropriate proposals made by coordination groups and other groups, and implement those that are agreed; g) establish the appropriate mechanism, for example, coordination groups or other groups, to address key topics of work which span several study groups, with a view to ensuring effective coordination of standardization topics in order to achieve suitable global solutions; h) advise the Director of TSB on financial and other matters; i) approve the programme of work arising from the review of existing and new Questions and determine the priority, urgency, estimated financial implications and time-scale for the completion of their study; j) group, as far as practicable, Questions of interest to countries with economies in transition, developing countries, and especially least developed countries, in order to facilitate their participation in these studies; k) other specific matters within the competence of WTSA, subject to the approval of Member States, using the approval procedure contained in Resolution 1 of this assembly, Section 9; 2 that revisions to the relevant procedures for adoption of Questions and Recommendations by study groups, other than those referred to in Nos. 246D, 246F and 246H of the Convention, may be initiated by TSAG for approval by Member States between WTSAs, using the approval procedure contained in Resolution 1 of this assembly, Section 9; 3 that TSAG provide liaison on its activities to organizations outside ITU in consultation with the Director of TSB, as appropriate; WTSA-2004 – Resolution 22 3 4 that TSAG consider the implications, for ITU-T, of market needs and new emerging technologies that have not yet been considered for standardization by ITU-T, and establish an appropriate mechanism to facilitate the examination of their consideration, including assigning Questions or coordinating the work of study groups; 5 that a report on the above TSAG activities shall be submitted to the next WTSA. ITU-T RECOMMENDATION Authorization for TSAG to act between WTSAs

Score: 936478.9 - https://www.itu.int/dms_pub/it.../res/T-RES-T.22-2004-PDF-E.pdf

  WTO | Appellate Body Repertory of Reports and Awards 1995-2013 - TRIPS Agreement

See MFN Treatment, Article 4 of the TRIPS Agreement ( M.2.3 )   T.9.3   Article 15.1 — Trademarks — Protectable Subject Matter    back to top T.9.3.1   US — Section 211 Appropriations Act , paras. 154–156 ( WT/DS176/AB/R )   … To us, the title of Article 15.1 — “Protectable Subject Matter” — indicates that Article 15.1 embodies a definition of what can constitute a trademark. (...) This is not consistent with the object and purpose of the TRIPS Agreement , as reflected in the preamble of the Agreement.   T.9.12.5   Canada — Patent Term , para. 60 ( WT/DS170/AB/R )   We conclude, therefore, that Article 70.1 of the TRIPS Agreement cannot be interpreted to exclude existing rights, such as patent rights, even if such rights arose through acts which occurred before the date of application of the TRIPS Agreement for a Member. …   T.9.13   Article 70.2 — Protection of Existing Subject Matter    back to top T.9.13.1   Canada — Patent Term , para. 65 ( WT/DS170/AB/R )   … We can deduce, therefore, that the “subject matter”, for purposes of Article 70.2, is that which is “protected”, or “meets the criteria for protection”, under the terms of the TRIPS Agreement . As, in the present case, patents are the means of protection, then whatever patents protect must be the “subject matter” to which Article 70.2 refers.   T.9.13.2   Canada — Patent Term , para. 66 ( WT/DS170/AB/R )   … These Articles [28, 31 and 34] confirm that inventions are the relevant “subject matter” in the case of patents, and that the “subject matter” in Article 70.2 means, in the case of patents, patentable or patented inventions.

Score: 936443.2 - https://www.wto.org/english/tr...e/dispu_e/repertory_e/t9_e.htm

  What’s the goal he

Furthermore, COVID-19 is hitting the most vulnerable people the hardest, and those same groups are often experiencing increased discrimination. A l m o s t 2 in 10 p e o p l e r e p o r te d h a v i n g p e r s o n a l l y ex p e r i e n c e d d is c r i m i n a t i o n o n a t l e a s t o n e o f t h e g r o u n d s e s t a b l is h e d b y i n te r n a t i o n a l h u m a n r i g h t s l a w R EDUCED IN EQUA L I T IES: WHY IT MATTERS © T h e W o rl d B a n k / T a n v ir M u ra d T o p u What are some examples of inequality? (...) Global inequality affects us all, no matter who we are or where we are from. Can we achieve equality for everyone?

Score: 936072.95 - https://www.un.org/sustainable.../01/10_Why-It-Matters-2020.pdf

  ITU-T RECOMMENDATION

ITU-T RECOMMENDATION INTERNATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATION UNION ITU-T TELECOMMUNICATION STANDARDIZATION SECTOR OF ITU WORLD TELECOMMUNICATION STANDARDIZATION ASSEMBLY Florianópolis, 5-14 October 2004 Resolution 22 – Authorization for TSAG to act between WTSAs FOREWORD The International Telecommunication Union (ITU) is the United Nations specialized agency in the field of tele​com​mu​ni​ca​tions. The ITU Telecommunication Standardization Sector (ITU-T) is a permanent organ of ITU. ITU-T is responsible for studying technical, operating and tariff questions and issuing Recommendations on them with a view to standardizing telecommunications on a worldwide basis. (...) Resolution 22 Authorization for TSAG to act between WTSAs (Geneva, 1996; Montreal, 2000; Florianópolis, 2004) The World Telecommunication Standardization Assembly (Florianópolis, 2004), considering a) that, under the provisions of Article 14A of the ITU Convention, the Telecommunication Standardization Advisory Group (TSAG) is to provide guidelines for the work of study groups and recommend measures to foster coordination and cooperation with other standards bodies; b) that the rapid pace of change in the telecommunication environment and in industry groups dealing with telecommunications demands that the ITU Telecommunication Standardization Sector (ITU‑T) make decisions on matters such as work priorities, study group structure and meeting schedules in shorter periods of time, between world telecommunication standardization assemblies (WTSA), in order to maintain its pre-eminence; c) that Resolution 107 (Marrakesh, 2002) of the Plenipotentiary Conference considers that there is an urgent need to ensure efficient ITU operations within the constraints of limited human and financial resources; d) that Resolution 122 (Marrakesh, 2002) of the Plenipotentiary Conference resolves that WTSA shall continue to promote the continued evolution of the standardization sector and adequately address strategic issues in standardization; e) that TSAG has made proposals for enhancing the operational efficiency of ITU‑T, for improving the quality of ITU‑T Recommendations and for methods of coordination and cooperation; f) that TSAG can help improve coordination of the study process and provide improved decision-making processes for the important areas of ITU‑T activities; g) that flexible administrative procedures, including those related to budgetary considerations, are needed in order to adapt to rapid changes in the telecommunication environment; h) that it is desirable for TSAG to act in the four years between WTSAs in order to meet the needs of the marketplace in a timely manner, i) that it is desirable for TSAG to consider the implications of new technologies for the standardization activities of ITU-T and how such technologies can be included within the ITU‑T work programme; j) that TSAG can play an important role in ensuring coordination between study groups, as appropriate, on standardization issues including, as required, avoiding duplication of work, and identifying linkages and dependencies between related work items; k) that TSAG, in providing advice to study groups, may take account of the advice of other groups, noting a) that Article 13 of the Convention states that a WTSA may assign specific matters within its competence to TSAG indicating the action required on those matters; b) that the duties of WTSA are specified in the Convention; c) that the current four-year cycle for WTSAs effectively precludes the possibility of addressing unforeseen issues requiring urgent action in the interim period between assemblies; d) that TSAG meets at least on a yearly basis; e) that TSAG has already exhibited the capability to act effectively, on matters assigned to it by WTSA, recognizing that the Plenipotentiary Conference (Marrakesh, 2002) adopted Nos. 191A and 191B of the Convention that allow WTSA to establish and terminate other groups, resolves 1 to assign to TSAG the following specific matters within its competence between this assembly and the next assembly to act in the following areas in consultation with the Director of the Telecommunication Standardization Bureau (TSB), as appropriate: a) maintain up-to-date, efficient and flexible working guidelines; b) assume responsibility, including development and submission for approval under appropriate procedures, for the A‑series Recommendations (Organization of the work of ITU‑T); c) restructure and establish ITU‑T study groups and assign chairmen and vice‑chairmen to act until the next WTSA in response to changes in the telecommunication marketplace; d) issue advice on study group schedules to meet standardization priorities; e) while recognizing the primacy of the study groups in carrying out the activities of ITU-T, create, terminate or maintain other groups, appoint their chairmen and vice-chairmen, and establish their terms of reference with a defined duration, in accordance with Nos. 191A and 191B of the Convention, in order to enhance and improve the effectiveness of ITU-T’s work as well as promoting flexibility in responding rapidly to high-priority issues; such groups shall not adopt Questions or Recommendations; f) review reports of and consider appropriate proposals made by coordination groups and other groups, and implement those that are agreed; g) establish the appropriate mechanism, for example, coordination groups or other groups, to address key topics of work which span several study groups, with a view to ensuring effective coordination of standardization topics in order to achieve suitable global solutions; h) advise the Director of TSB on financial and other matters; i) approve the programme of work arising from the review of existing and new Questions and determine the priority, urgency, estimated financial implications and time-scale for the completion of their study; j) group, as far as practicable, Questions of interest to countries with economies in transition, developing countries, and especially least developed countries, in order to facilitate their participation in these studies; k) other specific matters within the competence of WTSA, subject to the approval of Member States, using the approval procedure contained in Resolution 1 of this assembly, Section 9; 2 that revisions to the relevant procedures for adoption of Questions and Recommendations by study groups, other than those referred to in Nos. 246D, 246F and 246H of the Convention, may be initiated by TSAG for approval by Member States between WTSAs, using the approval procedure contained in Resolution 1 of this assembly, Section 9; 3 that TSAG provide liaison on its activities to organizations outside ITU in consultation with the Director of TSB, as appropriate; 4 that TSAG consider the implications, for ITU-T, of market needs and new emerging technologies that have not yet been considered for standardization by ITU-T, and establish an appropriate mechanism to facilitate the examination of their consideration, including assigning Questions or coordinating the work of study groups; 5 that a report on the above TSAG activities shall be submitted to the next WTSA. ii WTSA-2004 – Resolution 22

Score: 935358.2 - https://www.itu.int/dms_pub/it.../res/T-RES-T.22-2004-MSW-E.doc

  ITU-T RECOMMENDATION

The ITU Telecommunication Standardization Sector (ITU-T) is a permanent organ of ITU. ITU-T is responsible for studying technical, operating and tariff questions and issuing Recommendations on them with a view to standardizing telecommunications on a worldwide basis. (...) The approval of ITU-T Recommendations is covered by the procedure laid down in WTSA Resolution 1. (...) RESOLUTION 22 Authorization for TSAG to act between WTSAs (Geneva, 1996; Montreal, 2000) The World Telecommunication Standardization Assembly (Montreal, 2000), considering a) that, under the provisions of Article 14A of the Convention adopted by the Plenipotentiary Conference (Minneapolis, 1998), TSAG is to provide guidelines for the work of study groups and recommend measures to foster coordination and cooperation with other standards bodies; b) that the rapid pace of change in the telecommunication environment and in industry groups dealing with telecommunications demands that ITU‑T make decisions on matters such as work priorities, study group structure and meeting schedules, in shorter periods of time, between WTSAs, to maintain its pre-eminence; c) that TSAG has made proposals for enhancing the operational efficiency of ITU‑T, for improving the quality of ITU‑T Recommendations and for methods of coordination and cooperation; d) that TSAG can help improve coordination of the study process and provide improved decision-making processes for the important areas of ITU‑T activities; e) that flexible administrative procedures, including those related to budgetary considerations, are needed in order to adapt to rapid changes in the telecommunication environment; f) that it is desirable for TSAG to act in the four years between WTSAs in order to meet the needs of the marketplace in a timely manner, noting a) that Article 13 of the Convention states that a WTSA may assign specific matters within its competence to TSAG indicating the action required on those matters; b) that the duties of WTSA are specified in the Convention ; c) that the current four-year cycle for WTSAs effectively precludes the possibility of addressing unforeseen issues requiring urgent action in the interim period between Assemblies; d) that TSAG meets at least on a yearly basis; e) that TSAG has already exhibited the capability to act effectively, on matters assigned to it by WTSA, resolves 1 to assign to TSAG the following specific matters within its competence between this Assembly and the next Assembly to act in the following areas in consultation with the Director of TSB, as appropriate: a) maintain up-to-date, efficient and flexible working guidelines; b) assume responsibility, including the development and submission for approval under appropriate procedures, for the A‑series Recommendations (Organization of the work of ITU‑T); c) consider appropriate proposals made by coordination groups and implement those that are agreed; d) create groups with short lifetimes to address items that require rapid reactions; e) restructure and establish ITU‑T study groups and assign chairmen and vice‑chairmen to act until the next WTSA in response to changes in the telecommunication marketplace; f) issue advice on study group schedules to meet standardization priorities; g) advise the Director on financial and other matters; h) approve the programme of work arising from the review of existing and new Questions and determine the priority, urgency, estimated financial implications and time-scale for the completion of their study; i) group, as far as practicable, Questions of interest to developing countries to facilitate their participation in these studies; j) other areas within the competence of WTSA, subject to agreement of the Member States at TSAG; 2 that TSAG consider establishing two new permanent groups: a strategy group to develop a policy and strategy for the work of the Sector; and an operational group to develop working methods and ensure coordination of the work; working as necessary throughout the year, and reporting to short annual meetings of TSAG in order to respond to Resolutions 71 and 72 (Minneapolis, 1998); 3 that TSAG provide liaison on its activities to organizations outside ITU in consultation with the Director of TSB, as appropriate; 4 that a report on TSAG activities included above shall be submitted to the next WTSA.

Score: 935277.7 - https://www.itu.int/itudoc/itu-t/wtsa-res/res22_ww9.doc