Meaning of Establishing ARIB The Association of Radio Industries and Businesses (ARIB) was established in response to several trends such as the growing internationalization of telecommunications, the convergence of telecommunications and broadcasting, and the need for promotion of radio-related industries. ARIB's goal is to advance rapidly the use of radio technology for the benefit of society. This is done by integrating knowledge and experience in various fields of radio use such as broadcasting and telecommunications, research and development in radio technology, and serving as a standards development organization for radio technology. ARIB was chartered by the Minister of Posts and Telecommunications as a public service corporation on May 15, 1995. Its activities include those previously performed by the Research and Development Center for Radio Systems (RCR) and Broadcasting Technology Association (BTA). ARIB renewed its organization based on the Incorporated Association Act by the approval of the Cabinet Office on April 1, 2011.   (note) Ministry of Posto and Telecommunications was reorganised into Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications in 2001.