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Dr. Anya Sharma, a leading archivist at the International Council on Archives, is advising the newly formed nation of Azmar on establishing its digital infrastructure following its recognition as a sovereign state by the United Nations. Azmar seeks to integrate seamlessly into the global digital landscape, particularly concerning ISO 3166 standards. The Azmarian government is eager to secure an Alpha-2 country code for use in its internet domain (ccTLD), international trade documentation, and various government databases. However, Azmar\'s borders are still under negotiation with a neighboring country, and its administrative control over certain regions is not yet fully established. Furthermore, while the UN recognizes Azmar, several major economic powers have yet to formally acknowledge its sovereignty. Considering the geopolitical complexities and the ISO 3166 maintenance procedures, what primary factors will the ISO 3166 Maintenance Agency (ISO 3166/MA) consider before assigning Azmar an Alpha-2 country code, and what conditions must Azmar fulfill beyond UN recognition?
While UN recognition is a significant factor, the ISO 3166/MA will also assess Azmar's established existence, defined borders, effective governance, and the potential impact of the new code on existing systems before assigning an Alpha-2 code.
The ISO 3166/MA will immediately assign Azmar an Alpha-2 code upon receiving official notification of UN recognition, as this is the sole determining factor according to ISO 3166 standards.
The ISO 3166/MA will defer the assignment of an Alpha-2 code until all major economic powers formally recognize Azmar, prioritizing economic stability over UN acknowledgment.
The ISO 3166/MA will assign a temporary Alpha-2 code to Azmar, contingent on the successful resolution of border disputes and full establishment of administrative control within five years.

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