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July 14th 03, 04:17 PM

On 13 Jul 2003 21:36:25 -0700, (Aaron H.
Voobner) wrote:

Can you name a country or countries where unlicensed 11 meter DX
hobby-type operation is specifically authorized?

No. I doubt there is one.

Can you name a country where people are "specifically authorized" to
wear a blue shirt with green pants? I doubt there is one.

The fact that it is not "specifically authorized" does not mean it is
not permitted. In most of the world, anything which is not forbidden,
is permitted. Unless it is "specifically FORBIDDEN", I may play catch
with my son, go for long walks on the beach, DX on 11 meters, use a
power drill and wear a blue shirt with green pants.

.....As far as I know,
international treaty does not permit unlicensed "HF DX" radio
services.

I believe you are correct. With almost all international treaties,
there are a number of countries which don't sign on. Worldwide
agreement is extremely rare. I have seen no evidence to suggest that
EVERY county in the world has signed on to the ITU ( or other )
international agreements regarding unlicensed radio operation.