Cambodia and Laos: The challenge of altering attitudes towards startups
Startups in Cambodia and Laos might be focussed on local problems, but meeting those needs could foster greater receptivity.
At 15 million and seven million strong respectively, Cambodia and Laos both have in excess of 50 per cent of their people who are 24 or younger. A further 35 per cent and 39 per cent of Cambodia’s and Laos’ populations, respectively, are aged 25 to 54.
Berlin-based Rocket Internet recognises the potential that such a young population has for the jobs market, having launched a job listings platform called Everjobs catering to the Cambodian as well as other emerging markets.
