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</o:shapelayout></xml><![endif]--></head><body lang=EN-US link=blue vlink=purple><div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:14.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:14.0pt'>Dear All,<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:14.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:14.0pt'>We are a member of the BC and the IPC.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:14.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:14.0pt'>Our application for a UDRP provider is of course, separate from that membership.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:14.0pt'>However, we have been working in the ICANN processes for UDRP providers to fulfill all requirements, and perhaps that is not as visible to BC members as needed. The application process is a separate process, after all. and independent of any influence of any group. We support that independence of ICANN but also understand that users, such as the IPC and BC members have questions.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:14.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:14.0pt'>As we are BC members, I would like to offer a discussion opportunity to answer any outstanding questions. We have indicated our support for a retroactive 'standard' and volunteered to collaborate with others toward that goal. I believe that another member of the BC from Latin America also supported that approach.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:14.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:14.0pt'>We do not support the BC providing comments at this time, except for calling for a process to develop standards, which can be retroactively applied.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:14.0pt'>We propose that the BC comments should be limited to calling for such a process.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:14.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:14.0pt'>Shortly, over 100 IDN gTLDs will be introduced, including several in Arabic script. As an applicant for UDRP services, with a standing in both the BC and the IPC, we are fully committed to IP protection. It was disappointing to us to read the BC Draft statement that questioned the application statements. All UDRP providers are in fact limited in their ability to ignore IP case law. The BC document ignored the realities.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:14.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:14.0pt'>The BC draft seemed not to fully appreciate UDRP requirements. I want to assure all BC members that the application and the intent of the ACDR is fully compliant with all UDRP aspects and requirements. The reality is that bringing in an Arab provider as several Arabic script gTLDs are introduced will ensure balanced UDRP decisions, with full respect for IP.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:14.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:14.0pt'>As I saw from another BC member from Latin America, providers of such services are essential -- as new gTLDs enter the field.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:14.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:14.0pt'>If the BC members are open, I am happy to organize a discussion conference call.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:14.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:14.0pt'>In the meantime, I do not support the BC statement, which lacks full information and did not in fact, ask us for a discussion to clarify any concerns.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:14.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><div><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:14.0pt'>Best Regards,<br>Mahmoud A. Lattouf<br>Executive Director – AGIP Offices <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:14.0pt'>Abu-Ghazaleh Intellectual Property<br>Member of Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Organization<br>Tel.: +962 6 5100 900 ext. 1623<br>Fax: +962 6 5100 901<br>Email: </span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"'><a href="mailto:mlattouf@agip.com"><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif";color:windowtext'>mlattouf@agip.com</span></a></span><span style='font-size:14.0pt'><br>URL: </span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"'><a href="http://www.agip.com/"><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif";color:windowtext'>www.agip.com</span></a></span> <br><br><span style='font-size:8.0pt'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:8.0pt'>TAGORG.com The Global organization for professional, business, intellectual property, education, culture and capacity building services.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;margin-bottom:12.0pt'><b><i><span style='font-size:8.0pt'>We work hard to stay first</span></i></b><span style='font-size:8.0pt'><o:p></o:p></span></p></div><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:14.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><div><div style='border:none;border-top:solid #B5C4DF 1.0pt;padding:3.0pt 0in 0in 0in'><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Tahoma","sans-serif"'>From:</span></b><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Tahoma","sans-serif"'> owner-bc-gnso@icann.org [mailto:owner-bc-gnso@icann.org] <b>On Behalf Of </b>Steve DelBianco<br><b>Sent:</b> 21 March, 2013 04:56<br><b>To:</b> bc - GNSO list<br><b>Subject:</b> [bc-gnso] DRAFT FOR REVIEW: BC comment on ACDR's proposal to serve as a UDRP provider<o:p></o:p></span></p></div></div><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif";color:black'>Attached is a draft comment from the BC regarding ICANN's call for comments on ACDR's proposal to serve as a UDRP provider (<a href="http://www.icann.org/en/news/public-comment/acdr-proposal-01mar13-en.htm">link</a>). The initial comment period ends 22-Mar and reply comments close 13-Apr. (UDRP is the Uniform Domain Name Dispute Resolution Policy)</span><span style='color:black'><o:p></o:p></span></p></div><div><p class=MsoNormal><span style='color:black'><o:p> </o:p></span></p></div><div><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif";color:black'>Note: ACDR is the Arab Center for Domain Name Dispute Resolution, and is affiliated with BC Member Talal Abu-Ghazaleh. </span><span style='color:black'><o:p></o:p></span></p></div><div><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif";color:black'> </span><span style='color:black'><o:p></o:p></span></p></div><div><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif";color:black'>Phil Corwin volunteered as rapporteur for these comments. </span><span style='color:black'><o:p></o:p></span></p></div><div><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif";color:black'> </span><span style='color:black'><o:p></o:p></span></p></div><div><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif";color:black'>As mentioned on our member call last week, this draft does <u>not</u> propose any changes to previous BC positions. Instead, the attached comment repeats the BC position expressed twice before: </span><span style='color:black'><o:p></o:p></span></p></div><div><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif";color:black'> </span><span style='color:black'><o:p></o:p></span></p></div><blockquote style='margin-left:30.0pt;margin-top:5.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:5.0pt'><div><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif";color:black'>2011: BC comments on Preliminary Issue Report on current state of the UDRP (<a href="http://www.bizconst.org/Positions-Statements/BC_on_UDRP_Issues_Report_July_2011.pdf">link</a>)</span><span style='color:black'><o:p></o:p></span></p></div><div><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif";color:black'> </span><span style='color:black'><o:p></o:p></span></p></div><div><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif";color:black'>2010: Business Constituency comment on recognizing new UDRP providers (<a href="http://forum.icann.org/lists/acdr-proposal/msg00004.html">link</a>)</span><span style='color:black'><o:p></o:p></span></p></div></blockquote></div></div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><blockquote style='margin-left:30.0pt;margin-right:0in;border-width:initial;border-color:initial'><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif";color:black'>The 2010 BC position on ACDR’s initial application was that the BC could not support any accreditation of additional UDRP providers until ICANN developed a standard and enforceable mechanism to assure uniformity in UDRP administration. BC members should note that non-support is distinct from outright opposition.</span><span style='color:black'><o:p></o:p></span></p></blockquote><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif";color:red'> </span><span style='color:black'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif";color:black'>We are taking comments on this draft until midnight 21-Mar with plan to submit on 22-Mar. In my view, there is no requirement for formal voting since the BC is not taking any <u>new</u> positions in this draft.</span><span style='color:black'><o:p></o:p></span></p></div></div></div></div></div><div><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif";color:black'> </span><span style='color:black'><o:p></o:p></span></p></div><div><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif";color:black'>However, if 10% of BC membership objects or proposes changes to the prior positions expressed here, we'll hold a call to consider changing the present BC position. We have until 13-Apr to debate and develop a new position, if it comes to that. Keep in mind that any vote to change positions would require a majority vote of BC members. (per Charter section 7.3) </span><span style='color:black'><o:p></o:p></span></p></div><div><div><div><div><div><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif";color:black'> </span><span style='color:black'><o:p></o:p></span></p></div><div><p class=MsoNormal><span class=apple-style-span><span style='font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif";color:black'>--</span></span><span style='color:black'><o:p></o:p></span></p></div><div><div><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif";color:black'>Steve DelBianco</span><span style='color:black'><o:p></o:p></span></p></div></div></div></div><div><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif";color:black'>Vice chair for policy coordination</span><span style='color:black'><o:p></o:p></span></p></div></div></div></div></div><div><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif";color:black'>Business Constituency</span><span style='color:black'><o:p></o:p></span></p></div></div></div></div></div></body></html>