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The Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications (MIC) initiated a "Panel Discussion concerning Frequency Auctions" (Chairman: Hitoshi Mitomo, Professor of Graduate Course at Waseda University Faculty of Asia-Pacific Studies) in order to carry out studies relating to the introduction of frequency auctions in Japan. This is to officially announce that an "Interim Arrangement of Points at Issue concerning Introduction of Frequency Auctions" has now been compiled in relation to main points at issue to be emphasized in deliberation and the direction these studies.
Accordingly, from August 13 (Sat) to September 12 (Mon), 2011 there will be an appeal for opinions on the "Interim Arrangement of Points at Issue concerning Introduction of Frequency Auctions" to contribute to the studies of the Panel Discussion.
1. Outline
On March 2, 2011, the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications (MIC) initiated the "Panel Discussion concerning Frequency Auctions" (hereinafter, "Panel Discussion"), which has commenced studies relating to the introduction of frequency auctions in Japan, and an "Interim Arrangement of Points at Issue concerning Introduction of Frequency Auctions" has now been compiled. This arranges points at issue in relation to the main points at issue to be emphasized in deliberation and the direction of the studies of the Panel Discussion.
2. About appeal for opinions
(1) Subject of appeal
"Interim Arrangement of Points at Issue concerning Introduction of Frequency Auctions" (see enclosed document)
(2) Deadline for submissions
Must arrive no later than 17:00 on September 12 (Mon), 2011 (mailed submissions must also arrive by this date)
For further details, please see the enclosed outline of the appeal.
Please note that details regarding this appeal for opinions will be published in the "Reports and documents" section of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications (MIC) website (http://www.soumu.go.jp) and in the "Public comment" area of e-Gov (http://www.e-gov.go.jp), the electronic coordinated government contact website, and will also be distributed at the contact address provided at the end of this document.
3. Points to note
(1) Handling of opinions
The opinions that are submitted will be compiled and officially announced after the completion of the appeal for opinions. Information concerning the proponents' full names and affiliations (names of corporations, etc. where appropriate) will also be officially announced at the same time. Please state your wishes with regards to these official announcements in the opinion submission format (see attachment).
Please understand that we are unable to issue separate replies for each opinion.
(2) Hearing of opinion contents
Explanations may be requested in order to understand details of the contents of opinions that are submitted. Please understand that the secretariat will contact proponents in advance when requesting such explanations. Also note that travel expenses, etc. incurred when providing explanations are not provided.
4. Where to submit opinions
Secretariat of Panel Discussion concerning Frequency Auctions
(Radio Policy Division, Radio Department, Telecommunications Bureau, Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications (MIC))
Those in charge: Hiramatsu (Assistant), Narai (Chief Clerk)
Tel.: 03-5253-5909 (direct line)
Fax: 03-5253-5940
E-mail: auction_kento_atmark_ml.soumu.go.jp
(As a measure against spam mail, the "@" mark in the above address has been replaced with "/atmark/". Please substitute this text with an "@" mark when sending e-mail.)
5. Schedule
The submitted opinions will be referred to in the studies of the Panel Discussion.
Related information
Panel Discussion concerning Frequency Auctions
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For further information about this press release, please fill in the inquiry form and submit it to MIC on the website
https://www.soumu.go.jp/common/english_opinions.html
International Policy Division,
Global ICT Strategy Bureau, MIC
TEL: +81 3 5253 5374 / FAX: +81 3 5253 5924 |
