AIC | June 14, 2011 | Press Release
Hong Kong, 14 June 2011 — The Asia Internet Coalition (AIC), a new industry association founded by eBay, Google, Nokia, Skype and Yahoo! was launched today to promote the understanding and resolution of Internet policy issues in the Asia-Pacific Region.  Hong Kong Government Chief Information Officer Mr. Stephen Mak delivered the keynote address to commemorate the launch at the eBay offices in Wan Chai.
The coalition is the first in Hong Kong, and in Asia, to bring together five global technology companies with a commercial interest in, and a philosophical commitment to, the open Internet.  Led by Dr. John Ure, Director of the Telecommunications Research Project (TRP) at Hong Kong University, the AIC seeks engagement with policy makers, industry and users to promote these aims.
The growth of the Internet has revolutionized the way businesses in the Asia-Pacific region interact with their users. The Internet has empowered millions of small and medium enterprises to reach out beyond their borders and engage users throughout the region without additional investment.  The AIC seeks to continue this trend and promote policies that encourage the unhindered development of the Internet.
Through regular consultation with government and industry, the AIC will facilitate this growth while addressing major policy issues that arise from such rapid growth.  The AIC strongly believes that an open Internet will benefit entire economies, societies and citizens, and is committed to this goal.
More information on the AIC is available at www.asiainternetcoalition.org/
