Wed Dec 17 23:59:26 UTC 2025

The WSIS+20 Review concluded today. It passed by consensus, though it was
looking very likely up until today that the USA would call for a vote and vote
against it (most likely alone).

Twenty years later, Internet Governance is still a contentious topic. Generally
there is a lot of consensus around the multistakeholder model, but some
governments still want a more enhanced, defined role.

The USA gave a statement speaking out against most parts of the outcomes
document. It is part of a consistent turning away from multilateralism in favor
of asserting state 'sovereignty'. This sentiment was also echoed by some other
states. 

A good outcome overall, but judging by some of the statements a very fraught
negotiation process reflecting a more fragile global balance.

It seemed like important stakeholders from the technical community such as
ICANN were able to input meaningfully into the process.