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<p class="MsoNormal">Dear IRT, <o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">Based on discussions at the SubPro IRT meeting, we have updated the draft Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest Guidelines in the Applicant Guidebook. As noted during
<a href="https://community.icann.org/x/fJOZDg">Tuesday’s call</a>, the sections were revised to broaden the scope and replace “Panelist” (previously defined as Evaluation Panelist, dispute resolution service provider panelist, or the ICANN IO) with the term
“vendor” instead, which is used throughout the document to cover any provider or third-party contracted by ICANN org to support services or processes for the New gTLD Program, including but not limited to application evaluation, objection processes, or dispute
resolution processes. <o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">While the type of work that vendors perform will vary, it is our belief that the Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest Guidelines ought to be the same for all vendors that ‘come in contact’ with applications. We look forward to continuing
this discussion during next week’s IRT call. <o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">For ease of reference, the updated google doc is available for your review here:
<a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/14d4ZTxjkr2-zimxsqpg675nZjRX1dAs_7hXZ9gAqShE/edit?pli=1">
https://docs.google.com/document/d/14d4ZTxjkr2-zimxsqpg675nZjRX1dAs_7hXZ9gAqShE/edit?pli=1</a>
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<p class="MsoNormal">Please note, in-line edits should be avoided. Feedback should be provided only via the comment function. We would greatly appreciate your input on the proposed revisions.
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<p class="MsoNormal">Please let us know of any questions or concerns. <o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">Thank you! <o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">Best,<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Antonietta<o:p></o:p></p>
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