APAC DNS Forum 2025: Key highlights to look forward to

  • Event scheduled for 8–9 May 2025 in Hanoi, Vietnam
  • Focus on inclusivity, innovation, and DNS advancements

APAC DNS Forum 2025: Empowering an inclusive internet

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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LARUS joins APAC DNS Forum to advance internet infrastructure

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.

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APAC DNS Forum 2025 drives inclusive internet growth

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.

The hybrid format of the event ensures broader participation, allowing individuals and organisations to engage with the content and discussions regardless of their location. The inclusion of sessions on Universal Acceptance and the New gTLD Program’s next round highlights the forum’s commitment to addressing current and future developments in the domain name system.

By bringing together a diverse group of participants, including registries, registrars, policymakers, and technical experts, the APAC DNS Forum 2025 aims to foster collaboration and knowledge sharing. These interactions are crucial for the continued growth and stability of the Internet in the Asia-Pacific region.

Rita-Hu

Rita Hu

Rita is an community engagement specialist at BTW Media, having studied Global Fashion Management at University of Leeds. Contact her at r.hu@btw.media.

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