International Frequency Registration Board (IFRB) Assistance to Member Countries of the ITU in Matters Relating to Frequency Management

The main duties of the Intemational Frequency Registration Board (IFRB) of the Intemational Telecommunication Union (ITU) are described. Emphasis in this paper is placed on the assistance to administrations in the field of radio spectrum utilization (e. g., looking for alternative frequencies to avoid probably harmful interference, investigating cases of harmful interference or alleged contravention or nonobservance of the ITU Radio Regulations, etc.). In accordance with the ITU Radio Regulations, administrations can seek the assistance of the IFRB when the direct intra-administration approach does not result in a satisfactory solution of harmful interference cases. The Master International Frequency Register (MIFR) maintained by the IFRB is mentioned. Other areas of assistance such as preparation for conferences, seminars on frequency management, programs for trainees sent by administrations, and long-term studies of specific bands are discussed.