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APAC DNS Forum 2025: Key highlights to look forward to

APAC DNS Forum 2025 in Hanoi highlights regional cooperation, DNS innovation, and inclusive internet development across the Asia-Pacific.

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PublishedApril 17, 2025

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APAC DNS Forum 2025 in Hanoi highlights regional cooperation, DNS innovation, and inclusive internet development across the Asia-Pacific.

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The Asia Pacific Domain Name System (APAC DNS) Forum 2025 is set to take place from 8 to 9 May 2025 at the InterContinental Hanoi Landmark72 in Hanoi, Vietnam. Organised by the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) in collaboration with the Vietnam Internet Network Information Center (VNNIC) , the event aims to bring together DNS industry practitioners and experts from the APAC region. The forum will address essential topics, facilitate networking, and promote the sharing of best practices. The theme for this year’s forum is “An Inclusive Internet: Connecting People, Empowering Our Future.” The event will feature various sessions, including discussions on the New gTLD Program’s next round, Universal Acceptance, and the evolving Internet regulatory landscape in the APAC region. Additionally, the forum will host sub-events in collaboration with regional partners, such as the “GoCreate! Domain Innovations” sessions. The event will be held as a hybrid format, allowing participants to attend either in-person or virtually.

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Also read: ICANN Roadshow sparks dialogue on DNS Security in Jamaica Also read: 2024 ICANN Middle East DNS Forum: What to expect LARUS will participate in the APAC DNS Forum 2025. As a global leader in IP address solutions, LARUS will contribute to these discussions by showcasing its initiatives in DNS reliability and IPv6 deployment across Asia Pacific. LARUS will also engage with policymakers, infrastructure providers, and other stakeholders during side events and networking sessions, fostering collaboration in areas such as DNS security, policy development, and internet infrastructure. Also read: Lu Heng, CEO AT LARUS, explains his vision for a decentralised internet The APAC DNS Forum 2025 serves as a significant platform for stakeholders in the domain name industry across the Asia-Pacific region. By focusing on inclusivity and innovation, the forum aims to address the challenges and opportunities within the DNS landscape. The discussions and collaborations fostered during the event are expected to contribute to the development of a more inclusive and secure Internet infrastructure.