Current policies
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Policy development
IP addresses and AS numbers are shared resources, available for use by anyone who needs them. APNIC policies ensure that these resources are distributed fairly and consistently across the whole Asia Pacific region.
Policy proposals
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Policy development process
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Policy environment
IP addresses not freehold property
Assignments & allocations on license basis
- Addresses cannot be bought or sold
- Internet resources are public resources
- 'Ownership' is contrary to management goals