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Description: ISO/TS 22943:2022, Information and documentation – Principles of identification, presents the foundational rationale behind the existence and use of identifiers. It provides a consistent framework for structuring and understanding identifiers in both trade and information management contexts. The standard outlines core expectations, characteristics, and the broader business case for identifiers, while also acknowledging that different communities may approach identifiers with varied definitions. This technical specification supports better data interoperability, trust, and efficiency in documentation practices across sectors.

Decision: Approved with comments.

Comment: Proposed that country/regional identifiers can prefix country/region with ISO 3166 codes.