NIR updates at APRICOT 2026: IPv6 progress, RPKI plans, and strengthening coordination
All seven NIRs reflected an active and collaborative NIR community across the Asia Pacific region.
Internet routing as supply chain risk
A new paper from MANRS suggests enterprise demand may be the missing driver for stronger routing security.
Your elected leaders: Roopinder Singh Perhar, APNIC EC Secretary
Roopinder Singh Perhar reflects on building networks, shaping policy, and preparing the next generation of Internet professionals.
China reports major IPv6 growth
Key findings from the China IPv6 Development Report (2025), released by the Expert Committee for Promoting Large-Scale IPv6 Deployment and Application.
Your elected leaders: Akinori Maemura, long-serving former APNIC EC Chair
How a network engineer stumbled into Internet coordination — and stayed long enough to help shape it.
Your elected leaders: Yoshinobu Matsuzaki, APNIC EC Treasurer
From encouragement to leadership: A journey built on community and collaboration.
Your elected leaders: Sumon Ahmed Sabir, APNIC EC member
From an Internet-less Bangladesh to the APNIC Executive Council — Sumon’s journey of connecting with the Internet community.
Your elected leaders: Taiji Kimura, Routing Security SIG Acting Chair
Taiji Kimura’s vision for routing security in the Asia Pacific region is building trust and resilience for the benefit of all.
Your elected leaders: Dr Anlei Hu, APNIC EC member
APNIC EC member and CNNIC Chief Scientist shares his goals for infrastructure growth, reform, and inclusive participation.
Your elected leaders: Dr Kenny Huang, APNIC EC Chair
The APNIC EC Chair outlines current priorities and risks to the Internet’s future.