Access Alert | World Radiocommunication Conference 2023 Consultation

Access Alert | World Radiocommunication Conference 2023 Consultation

The European Commission is seeking feedback regarding a common EU position to be negotiated by Member States on behalf of the EU at the upcoming World Radiocommunication Conference 2023. The WRC-23 will be held in the United Arab Emirates from 20 November to 15 December 2023, where the Radio Regulations, a treaty-level document, will be amended.

Not being a full member of the International Telecommunications Union, the EU does not have voting rights at the WRC. However, since spectrum policy is a shared competence between the EU and EU Member States, a Council Decision is taken based on a Commission proposal for a common EU position regarding spectrum issues which fall into EU competence. These positions complement European Common Positions adopted by CEPT, which is a separate international organization for a wider European membership that includes all EU member states.

Feedbacks are sought in areas inter alia.

  • The European Copernicus program.
  • The use of the 6 GHz band for future services.
  • The improvement of safety in the maritime safety.
  • Any other issue where EU policy areas are affected such as electronic communications, transport, space, climate change etc.

Access Partnership is closely monitoring the developments within the ITU, as well as the regulatory changes governing the global use of radio spectrum and satellite orbits. For more information, contact Gokhan Tok or Chrystel Erotokritou.

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