NRO Releases Status Report on RIR Governance Document Version 2

The Number Resource Organization Number Council (NRO NC) has published a detailed status report addressing unresolved issues from its consultation on Version 2 of the Regional Internet Registries (RIR) Governance Document. According to a recent blog post by Hervé Clément, Chair of the NRO NC, the report outlines feedback collected from global RIR communities, ICANN stakeholders, and other consultation platforms.

Key Findings from the Status Report

The report consolidates comments received via RIR mailing lists, community forums, webinars, meetings, and the ICANN Public Comment process. While significant progress has been made, the NRO NC identified key open issues that require further discussion. These issues have been highlighted in the report and are slated for resolution in the final document through updated language and refined governance principles.

The NRO NC workshop, held from November 12–14, 2025, in Montevideo, served as the platform to analyze this input and decide on actionable steps. The council noted that several topics emerged as priority concerns, receiving more extensive feedback. Revised drafts addressing these points will be presented to the RIR communities and ICANN for final approval later this year.

Industry Context and Implications

This process reflects the evolving challenges of managing global internet number resources amid complex governance needs. The RIR Governance Document is a critical framework supporting coordinated policy development under the oversight of the Address Supporting Organization Address Council (ASO AC) within ICANN. The initiative exemplifies an effort to foster inclusivity and transparency, balancing regional and global perspectives.

For participating stakeholders, these updates are a reminder of the importance of active engagement in governance consultations. Industry observers stress the significance of these discussions in shaping the internet’s infrastructure policy landscape, particularly as digital economies face growing demands for address space stability and equitable distribution.

What’s Next for the RIR Governance Document?

The NRO NC is calling on stakeholders to review the status report and monitor its progress. Insights from the ongoing consultation will directly influence the final version, which is expected to proceed to the RIRs and ICANN for formal adoption later in 2026. The final timeline for submitting additional feedback has also been updated, underscoring the need for continued collaboration among all stakeholders.

As the process unfolds, market analysts will likely scrutinize the extent to which community input reshapes the governance framework. With internet resource allocation under increasing pressure from emerging technologies, the revised document could have far-reaching implications for network operators, registries, and the broader telecom ecosystem.

For those interested in contributing further or reviewing the draft, the full status report and updated timeline are available via the original post.