Ecosystems for Technology Startups in Asia and the Pacific – serie

This report assesses the current ecosystem for tech-based startups in Thailand, focusing on climate change, education, agriculture, and health. It discusses the challenges facing tech startups and provides recommendations to overcome them.Technology-based startup enterprises are an increasingly important part of the business landscape in Asia and the Pacific. By applying innovative technologies to create new products and services, they can make a significant contribution to economic development while generating social and environmental benefits. However, to survive and then thrive, tech startups require an enabling ecosystem that includes supportive government policy, access to capital, skilled personnel, quality digital infrastructure and other elements. It is the fourth country report in the series ""Ecosystems for Technology Startups in Asia and the Pacific.

This publication explores Georgia's growing technology startup scene, assesses the challenges and opportunities for new ventures, and outlines ways to boost the ecosystem and help spur social and economic growth.Drawing on interviews with founders, the publication analyzes the prospects for tech startups in agriculture, the green economy, health, and education. It examines the government's active role and looks at funding options including venture capital. Explaining why founders struggle to secure financing and international exposure, it outlines how Georgia can develop its talent pools, encourage more women founders, and tailor support to ensure its startups survive and thrive.

This report assesses the current ecosystem for tech startups in the Philippines, focusing on four sectors: climate change, education, agriculture, and health.Technology-based startup enterprises are an increasingly important part of the business landscape in Asia and the Pacific. By applying innovative technologies to create new products and services, they can make a significant contribution to economic development while generating social and environmental benefits. However, to survive and then thrive, tech startups require an enabling ecosystem that includes supportive government policy, adequate access to capital, skilled personnel, quality digital infrastructure, and other elements. The report discusses challenges facing tech startups in these sectors and provides recommendations. It is the seventh country report in the series Ecosystems for Technology Startups in Asia and the Pacific.