Asia-Pacific Regulatory Centre

Advancing regulatory excellence across the Asia-Pacific

An independent Centre championing transparent, harmonised regulatory standards that drive sustainable growth – across energy, water, utilities, transport, infrastructure, health and beyond.

Who we are

An independent voice for better regulation in the Pacific

The APRC fosters a deeper understanding and analysis of public policy and regulatory landscapes across the Asia-Pacific. We advocate for harmonised regulatory standards that promote socio-economic development and strengthen regional cooperation.

Working across energy, water, utilities, transport, infrastructure, health and beyond, we bring governments, regulators, industry and communities together to drive sustainable growth and innovation in regulatory frameworks.

APRC team with participants at public consultations in Funafuti, Tuvalu
Public consultations in Funafuti, Tuvalu
Our approach

Partnership-driven, evidence-led

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What we do

We contribute to a more sustainable and prosperous future for the Pacific, guided by transparency, accountability and regulatory frameworks that support environmental sustainability and social equity.

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How we work

International research partnerships are central to our strategy – collaborations built on equity, inclusion and mutual respect, recognising the power dynamics between regulated industries and economies.

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How we succeed

We reduce obstacles to growth by promoting regulatory coherence – connecting government officials, business, NGOs and academia to build agreement and enact valuable policy change.

Core capabilities

How we support the region

All our work

Regulatory policy & framework development

Designing, reviewing and strengthening regulatory systems across the Asia-Pacific region.

Regulatory reform & modernisation

Implementing reforms that simplify processes, reduce administrative burden and improve compliance.

Capacity building & institutional strengthening

Training, workshops and technical assistance for government agencies, regulators and the private sector.

Stakeholder engagement & regional collaboration

Convening dialogues, forums and consultations across the Asia-Pacific region.

Research, analysis & advisory services

Studies on regulatory trends, economic impacts, competition policy and sector-specific challenges.

Monitoring & regulatory performance review

Assessing the effectiveness of regulations and regulatory institutions.

Latest news

News & updates

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Let’s strengthen regulation together

Governments, regulators, development partners and researchers – talk to us about collaboration, training and advisory support.