This enables to express what should be present in the next release. The 'next' version value is also a keyword. While developing, it is good practice to update this part, so as not to forget what will present in the next release. However, if you already know the name of the next version, you had better work under the relevant 'Release' XML element. With this exact position among the others 'Release' XML element, the 'next' release can be viewed as the release notes are being fulfilled during the development, and this release perfectly show what the next release note will appear (relevant and interesting for all textual renderers).