NEWS Federal Communications Commission 445 12th Street, S.W. Washington, D. C. 20554 This is an unofficial announcement of Commission action. Release of the full text of a Commission order constitutes official action. See MCI v. FCC. 515 F 2d 385 (D.C. Circ 1974). News Media Information 202 / 418-0500 Internet: http://www.fcc.gov TTY: 1-888-835-5322 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: NEWS MEDIA CONTACT: October 31, 2012 Justin Cole, 202.210.2437 Email: justin.cole@fcc.gov STATEMENT FROM FCC CHAIRMAN JULIUS GENACHOWSKI ON THE SECOND U.S. CONTRIBUTION TO THE WORLD CONFERENCE ON INTERNATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS “Today, the United States submitted its second contribution to the World Conference on International Telecommunications (WCIT). This is a strong proposal that lays out the U.S. vision for global telecommunications markets, building on the success achieved through increased competition in these markets and recognizing the benefits this has brought to consumers around the world. The U.S. proposals provide a robust roadmap for how that vision should be reflected in the International Telecommunication Regulations (ITRs), which will be revised at the WCIT. This roadmap rejects proposals that would impose a new layer of international regulation on the Internet. “The proposals would eliminate regulatory burdens and recognize that international arrangements between telecommunications providers should be based on commercial agreements, which is the reality in 98% of the market today. Global telecommunications markets have thrived under this approach, which provides incentives for investments in telecommunications infrastructure, particularly in developing countries. The U.S. contribution also specifically encourages such investment, recognizing that improved connectivity around the world will maximize the benefits of 21st century communications to consumers everywhere. I applaud the entire U.S. team, ably led by the U.S. Department of State, for putting together this positive statement of the way forward at the WCIT.” -- FCC --