[MemberPubPol] [chapter-delegates] FYI - in the coming discussion of the WGIG questionnaire

[Joseph T. Klein]

On the other side of the ccTDL issue ...

The Taiwan issue is very much the problem of power politics in
regards to mainland China - think of the Internet existing during
the US civil war and the CSA getting a ccTLD and you get an idea of
the scope of the problem.

Even pro-Taiwan conservatives in DC would rather avoid recognition
of Taiwan because of potential conflict with the Peoples Republic of
China.

In Europe, only the Holy See recognizes Taiwan.

Is it right? - probably not - but it is real.

Unfortunately international systems need to deal realistically with
national pride, as well as economic and military power.

Any form of Internet governance must work in the real world.

My humble opinion is that somehow governance must take in the
international nature of the Internet as well global economic and
operational requirements.

Politicians, businessmen and engineers unfortunately have difficulties
communicating with each other, even under the best conditions.

My own opinion on the matter is rather fluid at the moment. I don't
think things can remain as they are but I don't see and compelling
proposals. In the best world, a workable compromise should emerge
that maintains involvement of all parties.

Dialog is important to finding a solution.

my 2 cents.
--
Joseph T. Klein

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On Jun 9, 2005, at 9:30 AM, borka at e5.ijs.si wrote:

>
> Just as an information. Kosovo was
> also granted a ccTLD despite the fact
> that it is not yet recognized as a country.
> So, Palestina is not the only one.
>
>
> Regards,
>
>
> Borka Jerman-Blazic
>
>
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