NRO
The NRO exists to:
- Protect the unallocated Number Resource pool,
- Promote and protect the bottom up policy development process, and
- Act as a focal point for Internet community input into the RIR system.
History of the NRO
On 24 October 2003, the four existing RIRs – APNIC, ARIN, LACNIC and the RIPE NCC – entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with ICANN to form the NRO. Once AfriNIC was incorporated in April 2005 it signed the MoU and joined the NRO.
The NRO Number Council (NC)
Under the terms of the MoU signed between the ICANN and the RIRs in October 2004, the NRO Number Council (NRO NC) now performs the role of the Address Supporting Organization Address Council (ASO AC). The NRO NC is made up of three community representatives from each RIR region.
NRO News
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About / NewsNRO NC Nominations 2026: Executive Board Appointment
We are pleased to announce that the Board has unanimously appointed Hervé for another three-year term, running from 1 January 2027 to 31 December 2029.
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About / NewsNRO NC Nominations 2026: One Nominee Confirmed
One nominee has been confirmed regarding the NRO NC nominations 2026.
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About / NewsNRO increases its contribution to the Internet Governance Forum to US$100,000
The Number Resource Organization has increased its financial contribution to the Internet Governance Forum (IGF) to US$100,000 following the establishment of the IGF as a permanent forum of the United Nations.
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About / NewsJoin us for an RIR Governance Document Update
Join our Open House to hear from NRO NC members about the latest draft RIR Governance Document.
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About / NewsASO AC Calls for Nominations for Seat 9 on the ICANN Board of Directors
Nominations for Seat 9 on the ICANN Board of Directors may be submitted until Tuesday, 15 December. The selected person will serve a three-year term starting in November 2027.
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