- APNIC 60 conference will be held from 9-11 September 2025 in Da Nang, Vietnam.
- Registration for workshops and conference is now open with early bird discounts.
What happened: Registration details for APNIC 60 conference and workshops
Registration for the APNIC 60 conference is now open, with the event scheduled to take place at the Furama Resort in Da Nang, Vietnam, from 4 to 11 September 2025. The workshops will run from 4 to 7 September, followed by the main conference from 9 to 11 September. Participants can opt to attend either in person or online, with online participation free of charge. However, in-person attendees will need to pay for both the workshops and conference sessions.
For APNIC members, the first conference ticket is complimentary, but additional tickets cost $75 each. Non-members are required to pay $240 for the workshops and $300 for the full conference. Those who register by 31 July 2025 can secure an early bird discount. The early bird rate for members is $200 for both the workshop and conference, while non-members pay $240 for the workshop and $300 for the conference. After this date, the fees will increase. Registration fees for in-person attendance also cover access to social events, such as the “Welcome” and “Closing” events. Additional tickets for these events can be purchased for $50 each.
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Why it’s important
The APNIC 60 conference is often cited as an important event for the Asia-Pacific internet community, bringing together professionals from the tech and internet sectors. While it offers an opportunity for knowledge-sharing and discussions on internet governance, infrastructure, and policy, it’s worth questioning whether such events actually lead to tangible change. Networking with industry leaders and attending workshops can provide valuable insights, but do these events always translate into lasting improvements in the region’s digital infrastructure?
While the conference aims to foster collaboration and enhance skills, the reality is that the digital divide remains a significant challenge in many parts of the Asia-Pacific. How much of the knowledge shared at these events actually reaches underserved communities? Moreover, while these gatherings may encourage important conversations about the future of the internet, there is still a question of whether these discussions result in concrete actions or simply remain in the realm of theory.
