The annual CIRA election process is underway and there are just a few days left for CIRA members to show support for nominated candidates for the board.
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Internet Governance
CIRA Launches WHOIS Consultation
CIRA has launched a public consultation on its new WHOIS rules. The consultation will include some direct consultations, a public forum, and an open consultation this summer.
China Opposes Extension of IGF Mandate
The Internet Governance Project reports that China has announced that it opposes extending the five year mandate of the Internet Governance Forum.
50 Days And Counting for CIRA Board Minutes
It has now been 50 days since the last CIRA board meeting and the minutes have still not been posted online. Are these delays considered acceptable by the current board? By the government representative on the board? Update (May 14, 2009): The minutes have now been posted.
Europe Pushes For ICANN Reform
The European Union has put Internet governance back on the political agenda, as it is urging the U.S. government to make ICANN fully independent.
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