APNIC

The Asia Pacific Network Information Centre is a registry that manages and allocates internet addresses across 56 countries and territories in Asia and the Pacific. Based in Brisbane, it coordinates how network resources are distributed throughout this vast region.

The center was established in 1993 as an experimental project and relocated from Japan to Brisbane in 1998 to strengthen regional operations. This move reflected the growing importance of managing internet resources from within the Asia-Pacific region itself.

The center brings together network professionals from across Asia and the Pacific who work together on technical standards and policies. These regular meetings create a space where different nations share knowledge about how the internet develops in their regions.

Access to network resources requires membership, which comes in different levels depending on an organization's needs. Visitors can learn about membership requirements or participate in open discussions about how internet governance works in the region.

The organization runs specialized training programs for network administrators across the region to build their technical skills. These courses help professionals stay current with the latest techniques and industry practices.