On 18-Mar-25 21:58, Andrew Alston wrote:
Hi All, The New York Times recently published a list of countries planned for outright travel bans or sharply restricted visas, and another long list of countries that could end up in either the restricted or travel ban list. It's kind of disheartening to note that 22 out of the 43 countries on the list are in Africa. Irrespective of where they are, my question to the IESG is simple, will the IETF look at moving IETF 127 (Scheduled for San Francisco) should these travel bans go into effect. I cannot see how it is possible to hold an IETF meeting in a country that is effectively barring entry to so many participants.
As has been noted, there are compelling contractual/financial reasons why this particular meeting can't be moved. What I imagine will happen is that many non-US-residents will decide to attend remotely, as a political choice, because of visa issues, or from concern about their personal risk. From the sustainability point of view that would be a good thing. From the diversity, equity and inclusion point of view, it would be bad. But the IETF got through COVID, so I suppose we can get through this. Brian
Thanks Andrew
