ITU-T Work Programme

[2025-2028] : [SG13] : [Q20/13]

[Declared patent(s)] - [Associated work]

Work item:

Y.3166 (ex Y.U2USM-req-fra)

Subject/title:

Future networks including IMT-2020 network - Requirements and framework for the support of UE-to-UE session management

Status:

Consented on 2025-07-25 [Issued from previous study period]

Approval process:

AAP

Type of work item:

Recommendation

Version:

New

Equivalent number:

Timing:

2025-07 (Medium priority)

Liaison:

ITU-T SG16, ITU-T SG17, ITU-T SG2, 3GPP, ITU-R WP5D, ITU-R SG5

Supporting members:

China Telecom, China Unicom, China Mobile

Summary:

This Recommendation specifies the requirements and framework for the support of User Equipment (UE)-to-UE session management in future networks including International Mobile Telecommunication (IMT)-2020 network. The Recommendation highlights the motivation of supporting UE-to-UE session management to meet emerging service demands. It emphasizes a flexible, distance-based, on-demand network resource allocation and accounting model, enabling affordable access for small and medium-sized organizations without regular financial commitments.

Comment:

Reference(s):

[SG13-TD138/WP1 (2025-07)

]