RIPE Policy Proposal 2005-05

To modify policy document text to reflect full recognition of AfriNIC as a functioning RIR.

a1.Current:

"1.0 Introduction

The RIPE NCC is an independent association and serves as one of four Regional Internet Registries (RIRs). Its service region incorporates Europe, the Middle East, Central Asia and African countries located north of the equator."

b1.New:

"1.0 Introduction

The RIPE NCC is an independent association and serves as one of five Regional Internet Registries (RIRs). Its service region incorporates Europe, the Middle East, and Central Asia."

a2.Current:

"5.1 First Allocation

The RIPE NCC's minimum allocation size is /21.

The minimum allocation size for countries in Africa is /22."

b2.New:

"5.1 First Allocation

The RIPE NCC's minimum allocation size is /21."

a. Arguments supporting the proposal:
With the recognition of AfriNIC as a fully functioning and independant RIR there is a need to modify this document reflecting this change.

b. Arguments opposing the proposal:
None.