43. The representative of FIA presented document GRVA-26-10, outlining the progress made since the twenty-fifth GRVA session on data protection, privacy by design, authentication and authorization. He reported that input had been collected from Contracting Parties regarding the scope, needs and possible directions of the work. FIA had identified an initial set of use cases, namely DSSAD, On-Board Fuel Consumption Monitoring (OBFCM), Digital Key and electronic Periodic Technical Inspection (ePTI), and had further refined the rationale for the initiative. He informed GRVA that a support paper was being prepared for submission to WP.29 in November 2026 and invited stakeholders to continue providing input.

44. The representative of Canada supported these activities, noting that they could provide useful information and benefit the wider community. The representative of China recalled a previous proposal submitted to GRVA in this area and acknowledged both the demand for such work and the need for a dedicated platform, while noting that the direction of the work remained to be defined. The representative of the United Kingdom welcomed the initiative and noted the growing importance of the issue. GRVA invited delegations to contribute to this work and looked forward to receiving an update at its next session.