QUESTIONNAIRE AIMS to develop “a clear understanding” of national authorisation regimes, including whether domestic regulatory landscapes can accommodate direct-to-cell in MSS and IMT bands, a proposal by Germany and Portugal said.

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* Is it now possible to introduce D2C services under national authorisation in harmonised bands? * What is holding back provision of D2C-MSS services domestically? * What benefits are seen domestically from introducing D2C satellite services in harmonised bands for coverage in forest and mountain areas, or at sea? * Does RR No. 4.4 -- non-interference, no-protection -- or other factors present special issues? * Is use of RR No. 4.4 for commercial services possible in your country?