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<p class=MsoNormal><font size=2 color=blue face=Arial><span style='font-size:
11.0pt;font-family:Arial;color:blue'>Thank Mahmoud for offering this
opportunity to look at this matter more closely. It is a shame that the
BC was not aware that this application is in fact coming from one of our own. I
agree with Gabi and Marilyn’s comments and would very much support a call
with those that are interested in this matter within the Business Constituency.
Thank you for your offer to inform us of ACDR’s commitments to IP
protection. Indeed with so many IDNs coming out first, it is important
that ICANN has structures in place to address UDRP, should it arise.<o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=2 color=blue face=Arial><span style='font-size:
11.0pt;font-family:Arial;color:blue'><o:p> </o:p></span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=2 color=blue face=Arial><span style='font-size:
11.0pt;font-family:Arial;color:blue'>Kind regards,<o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=2 color=blue face=Arial><span style='font-size:
11.0pt;font-family:Arial;color:blue'><o:p> </o:p></span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=2 color=blue face=Arial><span style='font-size:
11.0pt;font-family:Arial;color:blue'>RA<o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
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11.0pt;font-family:Arial;color:blue'><o:p> </o:p></span></font></p>
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10.0pt;font-family:Arial;color:blue'>Ronald N. Andruff</span></font><font
color=blue><span style='color:blue'><o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=2 color=blue face=Arial><span style='font-size:
10.0pt;font-family:Arial;color:blue'><a href="http://www.rnapartners.com">RNA
Partners, Inc.</a></span></font><span class=MsoHyperlink><u><font size=2
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<p class=MsoNormal><b><font size=2 face=Tahoma><span style='font-size:10.0pt;
font-family:Tahoma;font-weight:bold'>From:</span></font></b><font size=2
face=Tahoma><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Tahoma'>
owner-bc-gnso@icann.org [mailto:owner-bc-gnso@icann.org] <b><span
style='font-weight:bold'>On Behalf Of </span></b>Mahmoud Lattouf<br>
<b><span style='font-weight:bold'>Sent:</span></b> Friday, March 22, 2013 4:32
PM<br>
<b><span style='font-weight:bold'>To:</span></b> bc - GNSO list<br>
<b><span style='font-weight:bold'>Cc:</span></b> Steve DelBianco<br>
<b><span style='font-weight:bold'>Subject:</span></b> [bc-gnso] RE: DRAFT FOR
REVIEW: BC comment on ACDR's proposal to serve as a UDRP provider</span></font><o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal><font size=3 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:
12.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=4 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:
14.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=4 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:
14.0pt'>Dear All,<o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=4 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:
14.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=4 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:
14.0pt'>We are a member of the BC and the IPC.<o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=4 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:
14.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=4 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:
14.0pt'>Our application for a UDRP provider is of course, separate from
that membership.<o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=4 face="Times New Roman"><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></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=4 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:
14.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=4 face="Times New Roman"><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 <st1:place w:st="on">Latin
America</st1:place> also supported that approach.<o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=4 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:
14.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=4 face="Times New Roman"><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></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=4 face="Times New Roman"><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></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=4 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:
14.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=4 face="Times New Roman"><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></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=4 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:
14.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=4 face="Times New Roman"><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></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=4 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:
14.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=4 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:
14.0pt'>As I saw from another BC member from <st1:place w:st="on">Latin America</st1:place>,
providers of such services are essential -- as new gTLDs enter the field.<o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=4 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:
14.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=4 face="Times New Roman"><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></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=4 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:
14.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=4 face="Times New Roman"><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></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=4 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:
14.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></font></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal><font size=4 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:
14.0pt'>Best Regards,<br>
Mahmoud A. Lattouf<br>
Executive Director – AGIP Offices <o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal><b><font size=2 face=Tahoma><span style='font-size:10.0pt;
font-family:Tahoma;font-weight:bold'>From:</span></font></b><font size=2
face=Tahoma><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Tahoma'>
owner-bc-gnso@icann.org [mailto:owner-bc-gnso@icann.org] <b><span
style='font-weight:bold'>On Behalf Of </span></b>Steve DelBianco<br>
<b><span style='font-weight:bold'>Sent:</span></b> 21 March, 2013 04:56<br>
<b><span style='font-weight:bold'>To:</span></b> bc - GNSO list<br>
<b><span style='font-weight:bold'>Subject:</span></b> [bc-gnso] DRAFT FOR
REVIEW: BC comment on ACDR's proposal to serve as a UDRP provider<o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal><font size=3 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:
12.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></font></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal><font size=3 color=black face=Calibri><span
style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri;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></font><font
color=black><span style='color:black'><o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal><font size=3 color=black face="Times New Roman"><span
style='font-size:12.0pt;color:black'><o:p> </o:p></span></font></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal><font size=3 color=black face=Calibri><span
style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri;color:black'>Note: ACDR is the <st1:place
w:st="on"><st1:PlaceName w:st="on">Arab</st1:PlaceName> <st1:PlaceType w:st="on">Center</st1:PlaceType></st1:place>
for Domain Name Dispute Resolution, and is affiliated with BC Member Talal
Abu-Ghazaleh. </span></font><font color=black><span style='color:black'><o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal><font size=3 color=black face=Calibri><span
style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri;color:black'> </span></font><font
color=black><span style='color:black'><o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal><font size=3 color=black face=Calibri><span
style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri;color:black'>Phil Corwin
volunteered as rapporteur for these comments. </span></font><font
color=black><span style='color:black'><o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal><font size=3 color=black face=Calibri><span
style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri;color:black'> </span></font><font
color=black><span style='color:black'><o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal><font size=3 color=black face=Calibri><span
style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri;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></font><font color=black><span
style='color:black'><o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
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style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri;color:black'> </span></font><font
color=black><span style='color:black'><o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal><font size=3 color=black face=Calibri><span
style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri;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></font><font
color=black><span style='color:black'><o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal><font size=3 color=black face=Calibri><span
style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri;color:black'> </span></font><font
color=black><span style='color:black'><o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal><font size=3 color=black face=Calibri><span
style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri;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></font><font
color=black><span style='color:black'><o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal><font size=3 color=black face=Calibri><span
style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri;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></font><font
color=black><span style='color:black'><o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal><font size=3 color=red face=Calibri><span style='font-size:
12.0pt;font-family:Calibri;color:red'> </span></font><font color=black><span
style='color:black'><o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=3 color=black face=Calibri><span
style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri;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></font><font
color=black><span style='color:black'><o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
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style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri;color:black'> </span></font><font
color=black><span style='color:black'><o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal><font size=3 color=black face=Calibri><span
style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri;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></font><font
color=black><span style='color:black'><o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
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face=Calibri><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri;color:black'>--</span></font></span><font
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<p class=MsoNormal><font size=3 color=black face=Calibri><span
style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri;color:black'>Steve DelBianco</span></font><font
color=black><span style='color:black'><o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal><font size=3 color=black face=Calibri><span
style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri;color:black'>Vice chair for policy
coordination</span></font><font color=black><span style='color:black'><o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal><font size=3 color=black face=Calibri><span
style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri;color:black'>Business Constituency</span></font><font
color=black><span style='color:black'><o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
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