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Draft Proposals for APG-23-4
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Particular Draft Preliminary India ViewsAPG 23-3 Initial ViewsRemarks
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1Preliminary Views on WRC-23 Agenda Item 1.1On Band 4800-4940 MHz:
India support protection of stations of the aeronautical mobile service (AMS) and the maritime mobile service (MMS) located in international airspace or waters (i.e. outside national territories) and operated in the frequency band 4 800-4 940 MHz on the basis of the pfd limit provided in RR 5.441B in addition to resolve of Resolution 223 (Rev.WRC-19).
On Band 4940-4990:
India supports review of the pfd limit provided in RR 5.441B for the protection of the stations in the maritime mobile service, located in international waters (i.e. outside national territories) and operated in the frequency band 4 940-4 990.		View 1 : There is no need for the protection of AMS and MMS stations
View 2 : View 1 is not addressing the purpose of this agenda item which was adopted by WRC-19 to include both technical and regulatory study for ensuring protection of AMS and MMS stations in international airspace/waters
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2Preliminary Views on WRC-23 Agenda Item 1.2India views on the following bands:
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3 300-3 400 MHz (R1 & R2)3 300-3 400 MHz (amend footnote in Region 1, and Region 2);
India support the band for IMT identification for global harmonization of band for economies scale benefit and support studies to protect adjacent band existing services.		Support ITU-R studies with a view that any possible IMT identification in the R1 and R2 shall protect services to which the frequency band is allocated on a primary basis (and in adjacent bands) in R3
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3 600-3 800 MHz (R2)Support ITU-R studies with a view that any possible IMT identification in the R2 shall protect services to which the frequency band is allocated on a primary basis (and in adjacent bands) in R3
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6 425-7 025 MHz (R1)6 425-7 025 MHz (Region 1) ;
In view of the above, the preliminary view of India is that for any possible IMT identification in the band 6 425-7 025 MHz in Region 1 , should protect the satellite services in Region 3.		Support ITU-R studies with a view that any possible IMT identification in the R1 shall protect services to which the frequency band is allocated on a primary basis (and in adjacent bands) in R3
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7 025-7 125 MHz (globally)7 025-7 125 MHz (globally);
India supports possible identification in this range for IMT for global harmonization and benefits of economies of scale and is of the view that any possible identification of the band for IMT while protecting existing services and not impose undue regulatory or technical constraints on existing primary services allocated in this band		To discuss the possible identification of frequency band for the terrestrial component of IMT in the frequency band 7 025-7 125 MHz in Region 3 in accordance with Resolution 245 (WRC-19)
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10.0-10.5 GHz (R2)Support ITU-R studies with a view that any possible IMT identification in the R2 shall protect services to which the frequency band is allocated on a primary basis (and in adjacent bands) in R3
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3Preliminary Views on WRC-23 Agenda Item 1.3India is of the view that the allocation of the frequency band 3 600-3 800 MHz to the mobile, except aeronautical mobile service to primary services within Region 1 based on the sharing and compatibility studies as per Resolution 246 (Rev.WRC-19) while protecting existing and planned satellite services in the band in Region 3.• Support ongoing sharing and compatibility studies in ITU-R in accordance with Resolution 246 (WRC-19) to the possibilities of upgrading mobile service to primary allocation in the band 3 600 – 3 800 MHz in Region 1.
• Also, such upgrading shall not have any adverse effect on allocation of the existing services and their future development in Region
• Any discussions on this agenda item shall not be mixed up on the discussions being followed / carried out under Agenda Item 1.2
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4Preliminary Views on WRC-23 Agenda Item 1.4India supports technical and regulatory provision for the protection of existing and planned satellite services in the band 2500-2690 MHz.Support the ongoing ITU-R studies for establishing a new globally or regionally harmonised regulatory framework for HIBS with a view to providing flexibility of spectrum usage for HIBS in certain frequency bands below 2.7 GHz already identified for IMT while ensuring protection of the existing services
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5Preliminary Views on WRC-23 Agenda Item 1.5India is of the preliminary view that any changes made to RR provisions in Region 1 under this Agenda Item shall not impact any existing or future allocations in the band and also shall not impose any procedural or regulatory constraints for RR provisions in Region 3.• Conclusion to be reached on the Agenda Item 1.5 is a Region 1 issue and WRC-23 decisions shall in no way adversely affect Region 3 frequency allocations and existing and future use of the relevant frequency band or subject to any changes procedural or regulatory provisions.
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6Preliminary Views on WRC-23 Agenda Item 9.1 (Topic c))India support studies on the use of IMT systems for fixed wireless broadband in the frequency bands allocated to the fixed service on primary basis, taking into account the relevant ITU-R studies, Handbooks, Recommendations and Reports. The IMT systems for fixed wireless broadband shall not impose restrictions or shall not cause interference to other radiocommunications services• Support the on-going ITU-R studies in accordance with Resolution 175 (WRC-19) under WRC-23 agenda item 9.1 topic c)
• Support modification of existing or, if required, development of new ITU-R Recommendations, Reports and/or Handbooks as a result of these studies
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7Preliminary Views on RR No. 21.5Agenda Item: Verification of No. 21.5 for the notification of IMT stations operating in the frequency band 24.45-27.5 GHz which use an antenna that consists of an array of active elementsSupport the on-going ITU-R studies on the applicability of the limits specified in RR No. 21.5 to IMT stations using active antenna systems (AAS) and the verification of RR No. 21.5 regarding the notification of these IMT stations, in accordance with the scope mentioned in Document 550 of WRC-19
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8Preliminary Views on WRC-23 Agenda Item 1.6Support ITU-R studies of spectrum needs for communications between stations on board sub-orbital vehicles and terrestrial/space stations and of appropriate modification, if any, to the Radio Regulations while ensuring existing services should be properly protected
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9Preliminary Views on WRC-23 Agenda Item 1.7APT Members support the new AMS®S allocation that is limited to the relaying of aeronautical VHF air traffic management communications in accordance with the Standards and Recommended Practices (SARPs) in accordance with ICAO.
• Since as stated by ICAO, there is no need for compatibility studies between the two services and no protection limit is required for Radio Astronomy, India supports Method B		Support ITU-R studies defined in Resolution 428 (WRC-19) for a new AMS(R)S allocation for both the Earth-to-space and space-to-Earth directions in all or part of the frequency band 117.975-137 MHz, while taking into account the protection of existing services
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10Preliminary Views on WRC-23 Agenda Item 1.8Support ongoing studies being carried out by ITU-R WP 5B
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11Preliminary Views on WRC-23 Agenda Item 1.9APT Members are of the view that there are differing wideband HF technologies and are of the view that changes to RR. Appendix 27 should allow new digital wideband HF systems taking into account technology neutrality
Exhaustive study is required for the Agenda Item and as of now no inputs can be provided. However, India supports APT views on this Agenda Item.		Support studies with a view to identify any necessary modifications to RR. Appendix 27 to accommodate wideband HF technologies and changes to RR. Appendix 27 should allow new digital wideband HF systems taking into account technology neutrality
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12Preliminary Views on WRC-23 Agenda Item 1.10From the studies, it indicates that the services can co-exist in the 15.4-15.7 GHz band. In the 22-22.21 GHz band, studies based on Monte Carlo simulation suggest that the services can co-exist except for EESS for which further studies are being conducted. Additionally, in the frequency band 22-22.21 GHz, India has MW Links
India supports new allocation for Aeronautical Mobile Service in 15.4-15.7 GHz and for the frequency band 22-22.21 GHz, we may wait for results of further studies.		Support ongoing ITU-R studies on spectrum needs, coexistence with radiocommunication services and regulatory measures for possible new allocations for the aeronautical mobile service for the use of non-safety aeronautical mobile applications
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13Preliminary Views on WRC-23 Agenda Item 1.11Support ITU-R studies to progress the modernization of GMDSS, taking into consideration the activities of IMO, for GMDSS modernization, including introduction of NAVDAT system and revised IMO performance standards of GMDSS equipment
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14Preliminary Views on Res.427 (WRC-19)Support ITU-R studies on the relevant Articles of Radio Regulations and their associated appendices to identify outdated aeronautical provisions, and the development of regulatory texts for updating these provisions
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15Preliminary Views on WRC-23 Agenda Item 1.12India is of the view that no change to the RR should be considered in respect of current allocation to EESS (active) for spaceborne radar sounders within the range of frequencies around 45 MHz, as there are extensive current usages and plans for future uses.A new secondary allocation could be supported for the Earth exploration-satellite service (active) for spaceborne radar sounders within the range of frequencies around 45 MHz if ITU-R studies show that the protection of in-band and adjacent band incumbent services
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16Preliminary Views on WRC-23 Agenda Item 1.13India is of the view that no change to the RR should be considered in respect of current allocation to SRS due to extensive usage of the band 14.8-15.35 GHz for FS.Support sharing and compatibility studies for the consideration of upgrading the SRS allocation from secondary to primary in the frequency band 14.8-15.35 GHz, while ensuring protection and not adversely affecting incumbent services in this frequency band as well as the adjacent bands
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17Preliminary Views on WRC-23 Agenda Item 1.14India supports the consideration of possible adjustments of the existing or new primary frequency allocations to EESS (passive) in the frequency range 231.5-252 GHz in accordance with Resolution 662 (WRC-19) subject to the outcome of the results of ITU-R studies. Any changes to the EESS (passive) allocations in the frequency range 231.5-252 GHz shall not adversely affect the operation of other primary services in this frequency band.Support the consideration of possible adjustments of the existing or possible new primary frequency allocations to EESS (passive) in the frequency range 231.5-252 GHz
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18Preliminary Views on WRC-23 Agenda Item 9.1 (Topic a))India supports ITU-R studies relating to the identification of space weather sensors, their technical and operational characteristics, spectrum requirements and appropriate radio service designations with a view to describing appropriate recognition and protection in the Radio Regulations without placing additional constraints on incumbent services.Support the ITU-R studies relating to the identification of space weather sensors, their technical and operational characteristics, spectrum requirements and appropriate radio service designations
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19Preliminary Views on WRC-23 Agenda Item 9.1 (Topic d))India supports studies in ITU-R for the protection of EESS (passive) sensors operating in the band 36-37 GHz from non-GSO FSS systems in the band 37.5-38 GHz, while ensuring that no additional constraints are placed on incumbent services in the band 37.5-38 GHz with due consideration of operational aspects of non-GSO FSS system, leading to ITU-R Recommendations and/or Reports, as appropriate.Support studies in ITU-R for the protection of EESS (passive) sensors operating in the band 36-37 GHz from non-GSO FSS systems in the band 37.5-38 GHz
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20Preliminary Views on Res.655 (WRC-15)To be developed
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21Preliminary Views on WRC-23 Agenda Item 1.15The development of appropriate regulatory framework and technical requirements for operation of A-ESIM and M-ESIM communicating with GSO FSS networks in the frequency band 12.75-13.25 GHz (Earth-to-space) that will ensure the protection of the incumbent services including terrestrial services operating in accordance with RR in the band as well as in the adjacent bands and not adversely affect the assignment of those services and their future development.
That GSO FSS A-ESIM and M-ESIM in the frequency band 12.75‐13.25 GHz shall operate in consistent with the envelope defined in Appendix 30Band also only in the authorized territories (air space and territorial waters) of notifying administrations under Article § 6.6 of Appendix 30B.
That the use of the frequency band 12.75-13.25 GHz (Earth-to-space) by A-ESIM and M-ESIM shall not result in any changes or restrictions to the allotment in the Plan, assignments in the List of Appendix 30B, and those recorded in the MIFR including the assignments arising from the implementation of Resolution 170 (WRC-19)		Support on-going studies being carried out by ITU-R Working party 4A for the use of the frequency band 12.75 – 13.25 GHz (Earth-to-space) by earth stations on aircraft and vessels communicating with GSO space stations in the FSS while ensuring protection of existing services in those frequency bands and in adjacent bands
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22Preliminary Views on WRC-23 Agenda Item 1.161. In this frequency band 17.7-18.6 GHz and 18.8-19.3 GHz and 19.7-20.2 GHz,27.5-28.5 GHz non-GSO ESIMs receivers shall not claim protection and cause interference to terrestrial services to which the frequency band is allocated.
2. non-GSO ESIM do not adversely affect the provision of UAS CNPC under Resolution 155 (Rev. WRC-19); make a clear regulatory distinction between satellite networks or satellite network resources providing UAS CNPC and those providing non-safety ESIMs applications.
3. In the frequency band 27.5-29.1 GHz,
a. there is a potential interference from the Aeronautical non-GSO ESIMs and terrestrial services when operated without regulatory measures
b. based on the studies maritime non-GSO ESIMs will cause interference to FS and MS receive stations when operated with the limits agreed in Resolution 169 (WRC-19).
Hence A-SIM and M-ESIM should be allowed to operate only with the specified technical, operational and regulatory conditions to ensure that deployment of A-SIM and M-ESIM shall not cause any additional constraints on the existing terrestrial services and shall be subject to agreement obtained under No. 9.21 with administrations whose services, operating in accordance with the Table, may be affected. Further, the specified technical, operational and regulatory conditions shall be adopted to avoid any interferences to terrestrial receive stations including the services in the adjacent bands (draft new Resolution AI116 (WRC-23).
4. Protection of GSO FSS services
a. In addition to the RR No. 22, non-GSO satellite system shall not claim protection from GSO satellite networks in the FSS.
b. Article 22 includes epfd limits for non-GSO FSS systems in the frequency bands 17.8 18.6 GHz, 19.7-20.2 GHz (space-to-Earth), 27.5-28.6 GHz (Earth-to-space), and 29.5-30 GHz (Earth-to-space) for protection of GSO networks from non-GSO systems.		On-going sharing and compatibility studies between earth stations in motion (ESIM) communicating with non-GSO FSS in the frequency bands 17.7–18.6 GHz, 18.8–19.3 GHz and 19.7–20.2 GHz (space-to-Earth), and 27.5–29.1 GHz and 29.5–30 GHz (Earth-to-space) and the existing services including passive services allocated in those frequency bands and the adjacent bands should be conducted to ensure the protection of existing services
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23Preliminary Views on WRC-23 Agenda Item 1.17India, like several other countries, have existing uses in many of these frequency bands. The recently launched GSAT 24 satellite by India, makes use of the 11.7-12.2 GHz planned BSS band for the first time. Microwave backhaul systems operate in the 17.7-19.7 GHz band, which need be protected from introduction of the new service. India also has existing and planned use of the Ka/Ku band and coordination with affected administration is being taken up for several satellite networks in the Fixed Satellite Service (FSS); GSAT 29 already brought into use. (Hence, based on the stakeholder’s views, a view can be conveyed to APG that :) India supports the developments of an appropriate regulatory framework to enable the operation of satellite-to-satellite links within the FSS in the frequency bands 11.7-12.7 GHz, 18.1-18.6 GHz, 18.8-20.2 GHz and 27.5-30 GHz, while ensuring protection of existing services, their current and future applications and expansions in the same and adjacent frequency bandsSupport ITU-R studies on the sharing and compatibility as well as to develop technical conditions and regulatory provisions for the use of satellite-to-satellite operations in the 11.7-12.7 GHz, 18.1-18.6 GHz, 18.8-20.2 GHz and 27.5-30 GHz frequency bands
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24Preliminary Views on WRC-23 Agenda Item 1.18India is of the view that that the results of sharing and compatibility studies should not impose any constraints to the incumbent services operating in the band and adjacent bands in Region 3, while noting that the issue concerns with Region 1 and 2Support sharing and compatibility studies with existing primary services to determine the suitability of new allocations to the mobile-satellite service (MSS), while ensuring no adverse effect on the allocation of the existing services including IMT and their future development in the same and adjacent frequency bands
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25Preliminary Views on WRC-23 Agenda Item 1.19India is of the view that that the results of sharing and compatibility studies should not impose any constraints to the incumbent services operating in the band and adjacent bands in Region 3, while noting that the issue concerns with Region 2.Any studies at ITU-R related to Agenda Item 1.19 needs to ensure protection of the services to which the bands are allocated in the same and adjacent bands
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26Preliminary Views on WRC-23 Agenda Item 7 topic ATo ensure the efficient and interference free use of space spectrum, India can supports the development of equivalent limits for Tolerances for certain orbital characteristics of non-GSO space stations of the FSS, BSS and MSS.Support consideration of possible changes to improve advance publication, coordination, notification and recording procedures for space services in the Radio Regulations in accordance with Resolution 86 (Rev.WRC-07), provided that such changes do not result in modification of frequency allocations in Article 5 of the Radio Regulations
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27Preliminary Views on WRC-23 Agenda Item 7 topic BIndia can supports the development of post-milestone procedure for systems that are subject to Resolution 35 (WRC-19).
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28Preliminary Views on WRC-23 Agenda Item 7 topic CThis is a slightly complex issue. An appropriate preliminary view shall be formed based on the discussions and progress in subsequent WP-4A meetings
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29Preliminary Views on WRC-23 Agenda Item 7 topic DFor Topic D1:
India can support modification to appendix 1 to annex 1 of RR AP30B to align the values of orbital separation to those in section 1.1 and 1.2 of the annex adopted by WRC-19.
For Topic D2 and D3:
This topic would be further discussed and developed by WP 4A in subsequent meetings. An appropriate preliminary view shall be formed based on the discussions and progress in subsequent WP-4A meetings.
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30Preliminary Views on WRC-23 Agenda Item 7 topic EIndian Administration supports AP30B Improved procedures for new Member States
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31Preliminary Views on WRC-23 Agenda Item 7 topic FThis topic would be further discussed and developed by WP 4A in subsequent meetings. An appropriate preliminary view shall be formed based on the discussions and progress in subsequent WP-4A meetings.
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32Preliminary Views on WRC-23 Agenda Item 2India supports the examination and review of ITU-R Recommendations incorporated by reference into the Radio Regulations and where appropriates the updating of these references.Support the examination and review of ITU-R Recommendations incorporated by reference in the Radio Regulations and, where appropriate, the updating of these references
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33Preliminary Views on WRC-23 Agenda Item 4India supports the principle and intent of Resolution 95 (Rev.WRC-19) to ensure Resolutions and Recommendations of previous WRCs are relevant and kept up to date.Support the principle and intent of Resolution 95 (Rev.WRC-19), to ensure Resolutions and Recommendations of past WRCs are relevant and kept up to date.
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34Preliminary Views on WRC-23 Agenda Item 9.1 (Topic b))India supports ongoing studies in various Study Groups of ITU-R in line with Resolution 774 (WRC-19) to ensure the protection of RNSS (space-to-Earth) receivers from the amateur and amateur-satellite services in the frequency band 1240-1300 MHz.Support studies in ITU-R in accordance with Resolution 774 (WRC-19), to protect RNSS (space-to-Earth) receivers from the amateur and amateur-satellite services in the frequency band 1 240-1 300 MHz without considering the removal of the amateur and amateur-satellite service allocations
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35Preliminary Views on WRC-23 Agenda Item 10Volume of the agenda of a WRC and the workload of the preparatory work needed to be kept at a manageable level. Therefore, number of agenda item shall be absolutely minimum and manageable, taking into account that there are 13 preliminary agenda items for WRC -27 plus 10 standing agenda items including agenda item 7 which could be much more than one item and issues that can be resolved under the standing agenda items of WRCs or through the regular activities of ITU-R should not be converted into separate agenda item of WRCsAwaiting outcomes after NPC meeting
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