Are there HealthTech startups in Cambodia?

Although there are only a few healthtech startups in Cambodia, there has been a slight increase in recent years. Among these four areas, more attention and support has been given to agritech and greentech, with sector-specific incubation and acceleration programs, while there are no sector-specific incubators for edtech and healthtech.

How many Agritech startups are there in Cambodia?

As of 2021, there were more than 10 active agritech startups in Cambodia from less than five in 2018. Given the interest of government, development partners, large-scale farmers, and the presence of sector-specific incubators, there is potential for agritech’s future growth.

How does Cambodia support tech startups?

Source: Authors of the study based on interviews. The Cambodian government and other stakeholders actively support tech startups through high-level policies and strategies, such as the Cambodia Digital Economy and Society Policy Framework (2021–2035), the National Strategic Development Plan 2019–2023, and the Rectangular Strategy IV.

Can Agritech help reduce poverty in Cambodia?

Agritech can aid poverty reduction in Cambodia, as many of the poor are engaged in the rural sector. Photo credit: ADB. Tech startups in agriculture, education, environment, and health have high potential for social impact but need a supportive ecosystem to thrive.

Does Cambodia have a startup policy?

However, there is currently no separate and distinct startup policy or road map in place. The Ministry of Economy and Finance has various projects to support digital startups and more conventional enterprises. These include the Startup Cambodia National Program and Techo Startup Center.

How can Cambodia manage its natural resources?

To ensure sustainability of Cambodia’s natural resources, the Royal Government of Cambodia has expanded protected areas to cover 40% of the total land. The next challenge is how to effectively manage this vast area.