Aichi Prefecture Highlights Business Opportunities for Startups in ASEAN Market

The Aichi Prefecture Department of Industrial Location and Trade has released a comprehensive report titled "The Current State of ASEAN - Business Opportunities in the Growing Market Targeted by Startups". 

This report outlines the dynamic business potential within the ASEAN region and provides valuable insights for startups looking to expand into Southeast Asia.

To support this initiative, the Aichi Prefecture’s Overseas Industrial Information Centres, particularly in Bangkok, have been working closely with small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and startups in Japan. With the launch of Japan’s largest startup hub, STATION Ai, scheduled for October in Nagoya, there is a strong push to foster international collaboration and investment.

One of Japan's largest startup hubs, STATION Ai, is scheduled to launch in Nagoya during October.

The report emphasizes key growth areas such as the ASEAN startup ecosystem, opportunities in environmental technology, the electric vehicle (EV) market, and strategies for engaging with ASEAN countries. Aichi Prefecture is encouraging local startups to leverage these findings to tap into the emerging markets in Southeast Asia.

An online seminar, scheduled for September 11, 2024, will further explore the report’s findings, featuring industry experts like Thomas G. Tsao, Co-founder of Gobi Partners, and Ami Sugiyama, Co-representative of SECAI MARCHE. The event will also provide information on residency at STATION Ai, which aims to be a vital resource for startups focusing on international expansion.

The seminar is free to attend, with a capacity limit of 500 participants. Registration is open until September 9, 2024, and interested startups can register via this link to participate to gain a deeper understanding of the ASEAN market and network with potential investors.