Local traffic exchange
Support more direct exchange of eligible traffic between participating networks.
MHKINTERNET EXCHANGE
LOCAL INTERCONNECTIONExchange locally.
Exchange locally.
Build efficiently.
MHK IX is a neutral interconnection initiative designed for qualified networks that want to exchange eligible traffic more directly within the Philippines.
A focused platform for network-to-network interconnection.
The exchange is intended for autonomous networks and other eligible participants able to meet published technical, operational and policy requirements.
Operational efficiency
Reduce unnecessary routing paths where direct interconnection is technically appropriate.
Open technical coordination
Use documented requirements, routing policy and operational contacts.
IPv4 and IPv6 readiness
Design participation around modern dual-stack network requirements.
Neutral participation model
Evaluate qualified networks using published technical and operational criteria.
Community development
Encourage responsible collaboration across the Philippine network ecosystem.
WHO MAY PARTICIPATE
Designed for qualified networks.
Final eligibility will be governed by the approved MHK IX participation and peering policy.
- Internet service providers and network operators
- Content, cloud and digital platform networks
- Educational, research and public-sector networks
- Other autonomous systems meeting published requirements
TECHNICAL BASELINE
Clear requirements before activation.
The final technical specification will be issued only after infrastructure and policy approval. The baseline below describes intended review categories, not a live service commitment.
Valid routing identity and authorized technical contacts.
Operational ability to establish and maintain approved BGP sessions.
Exchange addressing and dual-stack details subject to final design.
Reachable operational contact for incidents and routing coordination.
Routes must comply with the approved routing and participation policy.
Technical validation is required before any production activation.
PUBLICATION STATUS
Details are published only after verification.
MHK IX locations, port options, members, route-server information, policies and service availability are not represented as live until they are corporately and technically approved.
LocationsPending verified publication
MembersNo public member list yet
Port optionsPending technical approval
Peering policyPending approved publication
Technical review before connection.
- 01Expression of interest
Share network identity, ASN, technical contacts and intended participation.
- 02Eligibility review
Review technical capability, policy alignment and exchange availability.
- 03Technical coordination
Agree interface, addressing, routing, testing and operational contacts.
- 04Agreement and activation
Proceed only after approved documentation and successful technical validation.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Important distinctions.
Is MHK IX an ISP or Internet-access product?
No. MHK IX is presented as a network interconnection initiative. It does not sell retail Internet, DIA or IP transit.
Can any organization connect?
No. Participation is limited to networks that meet the final eligibility, technical, policy and contractual requirements.
Are locations and ports available today?
No availability is claimed on this website until locations, interfaces, policies and operational readiness are formally verified and published.
Does submitting an inquiry guarantee participation?
No. Every inquiry remains subject to eligibility review, technical feasibility, documentation, agreement and validation.
Start a technical conversation.
Send your organization, ASN, network type and technical contact. An inquiry does not confirm eligibility, availability or activation.