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Recommended Draft RIR Governance Document, Rationale Report, and next steps
by Ulka Athale 01 Sep '26

01 Sep '26

This message is sent on behalf of the Number Resource Organization ----------------------- Recommended Draft RIR Governance Document, Rationale Report, and next steps ----------------------- The Number Resource Organization Executive Council (NRO EC) had announced that the Number Council (NC) concluded its work to review and update Internet Coordination Policy-2 (ICP-2): Criteria for Establishment of New Regional Internet Registries following its delivery of the ‘ASO AC Recommended Draft RIR Governance Document‘. The NRO NC is now sharing that document, including a redline version for comparison to the second draft, and a rationale document that details the changes between version two and version three of the document. ASO AC Recommended Draft RIR Governance Document: https://www.nro.net/policy/internet-coordination-policy-2/rir-governance-do… Redline version: https://www.nro.net/wp-content/uploads/RIR-Gov-Doc.-v3.-redline.pdf Rationale document: https://www.nro.net/wp-content/uploads/Draft-v3-Changes-and-Rationale-24082… The key changes in version three include: - Clearer definitions and decision-making provisions, including new or amended definitions for Audit, Compliance Review, Rehabilitation Plan, Temporary Emergency Continuity Arrangement, Temporary Emergency Operator, and Transition Plan. - A restructured Recognition process, with more detailed proposal and review requirements, a two-thirds Regional Internet Registry (RIR) support threshold, conflict-of-interest disclosure, clearer ICANN responsibilities, and greater transparency through the publication of assessments and rationales. - Clarifications to Service Region, Coordination Limitation, and Community Consultation provisions to improve readability and explain how consultation may occur during Recognition or Derecognition processes. - A revised audit and compliance framework, including a five-year regular audit cycle, a distinct Compliance Review process with safeguards against misuse, and clearer outcomes and follow-up through Rehabilitation Plans where needed. - Updated emergency continuity provisions, including terminology changes, the ability for an affected RIR to initiate a Temporary Emergency Continuity Arrangement for its own services, a lowered initiation threshold involving ICANN and two-thirds of the RIRs, a retained 90-day limit, and additional transparency safeguards. - A more detailed Derecognition process that emphasizes rehabilitation as the preferred path, aligns key steps with the Recognition process, clarifies ICANN’s review and decision-making role, requires publication of decisions and supporting documents, and applies a two-thirds RIR support threshold excluding the subject RIR. - New amendment safeguards that prevent the document from being amended during a Temporary Emergency Continuity Arrangement or while a proposal for Derecognition is pending. By setting out these changes and the accompanying reasons, the NRO NC hopes to help readers understand the major considerations weighed in developing version three and how the draft seeks to address the main community concerns during the feedback process. We sincerely thank everyone who has shared their insights, and we appreciate the time, thought and effort put in by our respondents. On behalf of the NRO NC * The NRO NC is also known as the Address Supporting Organization Address Council (ASO AC) within ICANN, where it serves as the body responsible for overseeing global policy development related to Internet number resources. -- Kind regards, Ulka Athale Community Development Manager RIPE NCC www.ripe.net

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RIPE 93 Meeting: Reminder to register and important information
by Meeting Mailbox 28 Aug '26

28 Aug '26

Dear colleagues, We hope you had a great summer break! This October, we are once more bringing together Internet service providers, network operators, and other interested parties from around our service region for another RIPE meeting. RIPE 93 is taking place in Sofia, Bulgaria from 26-30 October 2026. We hope that you will join us! Will you be there? Don’t forget to register for RIPE 93: Register <https://ripe93.ripe.net/register/attend-onsite/> Here are a few important details to keep in mind: - Accommodation deadline - 9 September: RIPE 93 will be held at the Grand Hotel Millennium Sofia. Please make sure to book your stay by 9 September. Bookings made after this date will be subject to availability, and the best available rate for the period will apply. More on accomodation <https://ripe93.ripe.net/on-site/accommodation/> - Childcare: Please note that, due to low demand and participation in recent years, we will not be offering organised childcare service at RIPE 93. Learn more about RIPE 93 <https://ripe93.ripe.net> Follow us on our social media channels for the latest updates. Attending RIPE 93, or excited for the meeting? Let us know by using the #RIPE93 hashtag! We look forward to seeing you in Sofia! Kind regards, Kajal Ince (For the RIPE Meeting Organisation Team)

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AFRINIC Appoints Mike Silber as Chief Executive Officer
by Ulka Athale 26 Aug '26

26 Aug '26

This message is sent on behalf of the Number Resource Organization (NRO) ---------------- The announcement is available at: https://www.nro.net/afrinic-appoints-mike-silber-as-chief-executive-officer/ ---------------- AFRINIC Appoints Mike Silber as Chief Executive Officer The Number Resource Organization (NRO) welcomes the appointment of Mike Silber as Chief Executive Officer of AFRINIC. The AFRINIC Board of Directors, with the consent of the Receiver, appointed Mr. Silber to the position. He is expected to assume office in January 2027, following completion of the notice period associated with his current employment. Mr. Silber currently serves as Group Executive: Regulatory Affairs at MTN Group, supporting operations serving more than 300 million customers across Africa. He previously served as Group Chief Regulatory Officer at Liquid Intelligent Technologies and Chief Administrative Officer at Africa Data Centres. Mr. Silber brings extensive experience within the Internet governance and telecommunications sectors. He has served on the ICANN Board of Directors and as Vice Chair of the Address Supporting Organization Address Council (ASO AC). He has also engaged extensively with the International Telecommunication Union, the European Union, the African Union and national regulatory authorities across multiple jurisdictions. His previous governance roles include service on the boards of the .ZA Domain Name Authority, the Internet Service Providers’ Association of South Africa and other industry bodies. He currently serves as a Director and Chair of the Audit Committee of the Public Interest Registry, as well as a Director of the Tertiary Education and Research Network of South Africa (TENET). The appointment represents an important step in strengthening AFRINIC’s leadership and supporting continuity as the organisation advances its institutional recovery and strategic priorities. The NRO looks forward to working with Mr Silber and supporting AFRINIC in its continued service to the African Internet community. Regards, The NRO Secretariat -- Kind regards, Ulka Athale Community Development Manager RIPE NCC www.ripe.net

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ASO AC Selects Oscar Robles to Fill ICANN Board Seat 9 Vacancy
by Ulka Athale 25 Aug '26

25 Aug '26

This message is sent on behalf of the Number Resource Organization (NRO) ------------------- The announcement is available at: https://aso.icann.org/aso-ac-selects-oscar-robles-to-fill-icann-board-seat-… ------------------- ASO AC Selects Oscar Robles to Fill ICANN Board Seat 9 Vacancy The Address Supporting Organization Address Council (ASO AC)* is pleased to announce the selection of Oscar Robles (LAC Region) to fill Seat 9 on the ICANN Board of Directors. Mr. Robles will serve for the remainder of the term previously held by the late Alan Barrett, through the conclusion of the ICANN 90 Annual General Meeting on 4 November 2027. Following Alan Barrett’s passing and the resulting vacancy, the ASO AC decided by majority vote to use the Extraordinary Selection Procedure set out in Section 9.5.3 of the ASO AC Operating Procedures, “Selection from Address Council Nominations”: https://aso.icann.org/documents/operational-documents/operating-procedures-… Under this procedure, ASO AC members nominated at least two candidates for the vacant seat. The candidates completed the required certification and questionnaire process and participated in the ASO AC’s evaluation and interview process. Following its deliberations and voting process, the ASO AC selected Mr. Robles and submitted his nomination for formal designation by the ICANN Empowered Community. Oscar Robles is a respected leader in the global Internet governance and Internet number resource communities. He served as Executive Director of LACNIC from 2015 to October 2024 and previously spent more than two decades contributing to the development of the domain name ecosystem at NIC Mexico. He was also involved in the creation of LACNIC and LACTLD and has participated in ICANN and other regional and global Internet governance structures. The ASO AC congratulates Mr. Robles on his selection and looks forward to his contribution to the work of the ICANN Board. The ASO AC also remembers Alan Barrett with deep respect and recognizes his significant and lasting contributions to the Internet number community and the broader ICANN community. The ASO AC *The Number Resource Organization Number Council (NRO NC) is also known as the Address Supporting Organization Address Council (ASO AC) within ICANN. -- Kind regards, Ulka Athale Community Development Manager RIPE NCC www.ripe.net

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Call for Topics for RIPE 93 Community Plenary
by Mirjam Kuehne 21 Aug '26

21 Aug '26

Dear colleagues, The RIPE 93 Community Plenary will take place on Thursday, 29 October 2026 at 16:00 local Sofia time. If there are any specific topics you would like to discuss during this session, please let us know. You can find more about the RIPE Community Plenary and minutes of previous sessions here: https://www.ripe.net/participate/ripe/ripe-community-plenary Kind regards, Mirjam Kühne & Anna Wilson RIPE Chair Team

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research survey on Segment Routing (SR-MPLS) traffic engineering practices
by Dekinder Florian 19 Aug '26

19 Aug '26

Dear colleagues, I am conducting a research survey on Segment Routing (SR-MPLS) traffic engineering practices in operational networks, as part of an ongoing measurement study at the University of Liège (Belgium). Our work builds on AReST, a methodology we developed to detect and characterize SR-MPLS tunnels from external traceroute measurements (paper: https://orbi.uliege.be/bitstream/2268/337150/1/paper.pdf — code: https://gitlab.uliege.be/segment-routing) The goal of this survey is to complement our external measurements with first-hand operational insight from network engineers and architects. If you are involved in the design, deployment, or operation of SR-MPLS in your network, I would greatly appreciate your input. The survey takes approximately 5 minutes and all responses will be kept strictly anonymized in any publication. Thank you for your time — every response helps, even if your deployment is limited or in early stages. Best regards, Florian Dekinder Contact: florian.dekinder(a)uliege.be<mailto:florian.dekinder@uliege.be> Link: https://forms.gle/2zPxABc2ZwL4Uxmn9

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research survey on Segment Routing (SR-MPLS) traffic engineering practices
by Dekinder Florian 18 Aug '26

18 Aug '26

Dear colleagues, I am conducting a research survey on Segment Routing (SR-MPLS) traffic engineering practices in operational networks, as part of an ongoing measurement study at the University of Liège (Belgium). Our work builds on AReST, a methodology we developed to detect and characterize SR-MPLS tunnels from external traceroute measurements (paper: https://orbi.uliege.be/bitstream/2268/337150/1/paper.pdf — code: https://gitlab.uliege.be/segment-routing) The goal of this survey is to complement our external measurements with first-hand operational insight from network engineers and architects. If you are involved in the design, deployment, or operation of SR-MPLS in your network, I would greatly appreciate your input. The survey takes approximately 5 minutes and all responses will be kept strictly anonymized in any publication. Thank you for your time — every response helps, even if your deployment is limited or in early stages. Best regards, Florian Dekinder Contact: florian.dekinder(a)uliege.be<mailto:florian.dekinder@uliege.be>

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Sjoerd Wolthers appointed Chief Technology Officer
by Hans Petter Holen 11 Aug '26

11 Aug '26

Dear all, After an intensive recruitment process, I am happy to announce that as of 1 September 2026 Sjoerd Wolthers will be the new Chief Technology Officer of the RIPE NCC. In the last several months, we executed an intense and thorough process to find our new CTO. We screened around 270 applicants through different selection rounds, including multiple interviews, a leadership and capability assessment, and a written assignment. During the process, we interviewed some really strong candidates and concluded after the final interviews that Sjoerd is the best match for the RIPE NCC. Sjoerd started his leadership career in 2004 at KPN, and he has fulfilled the CTO role at XS4ALL and FD Mediagroup. Over the last year, Sjoerd worked as interim Head of IT and interim CTO for the RIPE NCC, so his onboarding is mostly done and he knows what is expected from the RIPE NCC CTO. We are happy that Sjoerd will continue to work for us, leading the Technology division in such a way that our challenging objectives will be achieved. Sjoerd will be introduced to the RIPE community during the upcoming RIPE Meeting. We wish Sjoerd lots of success in his new position. Hans Petter Holen Chief Executive Officer RIPE NCC

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ASO AC delivers Recommended Draft RIR Governance Document to NRO EC
by Ulka Athale 28 Jul '26

28 Jul '26

This message is sent on behalf of the Number Resource Organization (NRO) ------------------ The announcement is available at: https://www.nro.net/aso-ac-delivers-recommended-draft-rir-governance-docume… ------------------ ASO AC delivers Recommended Draft RIR Governance Document to NRO EC The Number Resource Organization Executive Council (NRO EC) is pleased to announce that the Number Resource Organization Number Council (NRO NC), which fulfils the role of the Address Supporting Organization Address Council (ASO AC), has completed its work on version 3 of the RIR Governance Document. This work was undertaken by the ASO AC in response to the NRO EC’s request to review and update Internet Coordination Policy-2 (ICP-2): Criteria for Establishment of New Regional Internet Registries, and to support a strengthened governance framework for the Regional Internet Registry (RIR) system [1]. The resulting document, titled the ASO AC Recommended Draft RIR Governance Document, represents the outcome of the ASO AC’s work under this mandate. The ASO AC has now formally delivered this draft to the NRO EC for its consideration and responsibility for the document has now transitioned to the NRO EC. ---------------- Background ---------------- The review of ICP-2 has followed a staged and iterative process, with opportunities for participation from across the RIR and ICANN communities. The process began with a review of the existing ICP-2 document and the development of proposed principles to guide the updated governance framework. Community input was then sought on those principles through a questionnaire, with an ICANN Public Comment process conducted in parallel [2]. Feedback from the principles phase informed the first draft of the RIR Governance Document, which was published for consultation in Apr-May 2025 [3]. That consultation included engagement through RIR community mailing lists, webinars and online sessions, RIR meetings, ICANN community engagement, and an ICANN Public Comment process. The feedback received informed the development of version 2 of the document, which was published with supporting materials, including a redline and summary rationale of changes. A second consultation on version 2 in Aug-Nov 2025 provided a further opportunity for the RIR and ICANN communities to review the revised draft and provide input [4]. Following the second consultation, the ASO AC continued engagement with RIR and ICANN communities, including at ICANN 85 in Mar 2026 [5]. Feedback from these consultations and engagement activities, together with subsequent review and drafting work by the ASO AC, informed the ASO AC Recommended Draft now delivered to the NRO EC. ---------------- Next steps ---------------- The NRO EC will now review the ASO AC Recommended Draft RIR Governance Document and progress the next stages of the process, including coordination with ICANN and the RIRs, and the pathway toward a final version. An updated timeline will be published soon to guide these final stages. The ASO AC Recommended Draft RIR Governance Document and supporting materials — including a rationale document summarizing key changes from version 2, and a comparison/redline document showing changes from version 2 — will be published separately in accordance with this timeline. Any future opportunities for community input will be communicated by the NRO EC. Further information on the next stages, including relevant timelines and processes, will be shared in due course. ---------------- Acknowledgement ---------------- The NRO EC thanks the ASO AC, including its Drafting Team, for its work in completing the ASO AC Recommended Draft RIR Governance Document. The NRO EC also thanks the RIR and ICANN communities for their participation throughout the ICP-2 review process. Contributions through the principles questionnaire, community consultations, RIR and ICANN engagement sessions, mailing lists, webinars, and ICANN Public Comment processes have been important to the development of the document. NRO Executive Council ---------------- [1] https://www.icann.org/resources/pages/new-rirs-criteria-2012-02-25-en [2] https://www.nro.net/policy/internet-coordination-policy-2/icp-2-principles-… [3] https://www.nro.net/consultation-on-draft-governance-document-for-the-recog… [4] https://www.nro.net/consultation-on-the-second-draft-of-the-governance-docu… [5] https://www.nro.net/aso-ac-participation-in-icann-85/ -- Kind regards, Ulka Athale Community Development Manager RIPE NCC www.ripe.net

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The RIPE Labs article competition for RIPE 93 is open
by Alun Davies 23 Jul '26

23 Jul '26

Dear colleagues, The RIPE Labs article competition is back! Every RIPE Meeting introduces the community to new voices and fresh faces, and the article competition is one of the ways we help make this happen. If you have an idea for an article that would be of value to the community, we want to hear from you. The winning author will receive free tickets, travel and accommodation for the upcoming meeting in Sofia, Bulgaria this October Entries close on 2 September, and you can find everything else you need to know, including the submission guidelines, here: https://labs.ripe.net/competitions/ripe-labs-article-competition-ripe-93/ We look forward to reading your submissions. Good luck! Kind regards, Alun Davies RIPE Labs Editor RIPE NCC

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