Myanmar startups from Nipa Related Co Ltd and TharawonShwe Co Ltd participated in ASEAN-Korea Startup Week 2026, held in Seoul and Daegu in South Korea, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The Myanmar participants were startup representatives from Nipa Related Co Ltd, which produces products based on nipa palm, and TharawonShwe Co Ltd, which produces Myanmar herbal medicines and agricultural products. The event aims to boost startup competitiveness.
ASEAN-Korea Startup Week 2026 was organized by the ASEAN-Korea Centre in cooperation with embassies in Seoul to enhance the international competitiveness of startups from ASEAN countries and to expand business development and partnership opportunities through participation in the Future Innovation Tech Expo (FIX 2026). Myanmar’s chargé d’affaires/ Ambassador in Seoul, U Myo Myint Maung, attended with the commercial counsellor. The opening ceremony was held on 20 October at the On-Dream Society hall in Seoul, and the event continues 21-23 October in Daegu. ASEAN startup representatives will hold business networking discussions with Korean investors, business accelerator groups and relevant businesses; present at a Demo Day; showcase their products and services at FIX 2026; and build networks and exchange experience.
ASEAN-Korea Startup Week has been held annually since 2018 by the ASEAN-Korea Centre (AKC), to promote cooperation among startups in South Korea and ASEAN countries, exchange technology and innovation, and expand investment opportunities. — ASH/KK
