Cambodia's flagship initiative for connecting digital innovation with market opportunities
The Cambodia Digital Industry Access-to-Market (DIATM) program addresses a fundamental challenge in Cambodia's startup ecosystem: while numerous incubators and accelerators successfully nurture ideas to the MVP stage, startups often struggle to transition from concept validation to commercial traction.
DIATM fills this "valley of death" by providing a structured, low-risk environment where proven digital startups can validate market fit, generate revenue, and achieve sustainable scale through enterprise partnerships.
Under the stewardship of the Ministry of Posts and Telecommunications of Cambodia (MPTC), DIATM establishes Cambodia as a regional leader in digital innovation.
Connected with enterprise customers over 3 years
Committed to piloting startup solutions
Pilot contract value for participating startups
Pilots converting to ongoing contracts
Cambodia's digital economy is experiencing rapid growth, with internet penetration exceeding 70% and smartphone adoption among the highest in Southeast Asia. However, the startup ecosystem faces a critical challenge: the vast majority of startups fail to secure their first enterprise customers or pilot opportunities with established Cambodian businesses.
Local startups struggle to access corporate customers due to lack of relationships, perceived risk, long procurement cycles, and limited credibility. Meanwhile, Cambodian enterprises increasingly seek digital transformation but lack structured channels to discover and pilot innovative local solutions.
DIATM serves as a trusted intermediary, creating a structured Corporate Innovation Partnership program that de-risks startup-enterprise collaboration and accelerates digital adoption across Cambodia's economy while providing startups with the validation and revenue needed to scale.
DIATM creates a comprehensive ecosystem addressing the full spectrum of startup scaling challenges
Connecting local startups with Cambodian enterprises for pilot opportunities and market access. Structured frameworks reduce risk for corporates while accelerating revenue generation for startups.
Launching in Year 2, this program recruits international founders to partner with Cambodian entrepreneurs, bringing global expertise while establishing Cambodia as a regional hub for international talent.
20-week intensive program supporting digital startups through structured acceleration, market testing, and go-to-market execution with Demo Day and investor matchmaking.
DIATM supports post-MVP digital startups with B2B or B2B2C business models addressing challenges in banking, telecommunications, retail, manufacturing, agriculture, hospitality, and other priority sectors. You must have a functional product ready to pilot with enterprise customers.
The core program requires at least one co-founder to be based in Cambodia. However, international companies can participate through our enterprise partnership track to access Cambodia's market. In Year 2, we will launch the International Founder Partnership Program to recruit global talent.
For startups, participation in the DIATM program is free. We do not take equity. For enterprises, partnership tiers range from no commitment (Explorer) to $25K-50K/year (Innovation Champion), depending on the level of engagement desired.
DIATM facilitates the transition from pilot to commercial contract, provides support for case study development and PR, and introduces successful startups to additional corporate partners for expansion opportunities. We aim for a 60% pilot-to-contract conversion rate.
Yes! International digital enterprises can use DIATM as a strategic entry point to Cambodia's market. We provide government endorsement, corporate introductions, local partnership facilitation, and regulatory guidance to help international companies establish presence in Cambodia.
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Startups can apply through our online application portal. Enterprises interested in partnership should contact our corporate partnerships team at partnerships@diatm.gov.kh to schedule a consultation.
Our team is here to help you understand how DIATM can support your innovation journey