APrIGF 2026 In Kathmandu, Nepal

Hithawathi participated in the Asia Pacific Regional Internet Governance Forum (APrIGF) 2026, held from 4^th to 7^th October in Kathmandu, Nepal, under the theme “Safeguarding a Resilient Internet in Times of Crisis”. The forum provided an opportunity to engage with regional and international stakeholders and gain insights into key issues related to internet governance, artificial intelligence (AI), misinformation, digital inclusion, and online safety. Through interactive sessions and discussions, participants gained valuable knowledge about emerging digital challenges and explored ways to build a safer, more inclusive digital future. Around 200 stakeholders from across the Asia-Pacific region participated in the event.