On June 3, 2026, Cambodia-Japan Cooperation Center (CJCC) successfully held a promotional event for the 9th Cohort of the CJCC Accelerator Program (CJAP), bringing together entrepreneurs, startup founders, and ecosystem stakeholders.

CJAP is an accelerator program organized by CJCC with support from Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA). The program aims to develop Cambodian entrepreneurs who can contribute to the country's social and economic development by providing business training, mentorship, and networking opportunities with companies, investors, and business organizations from both Cambodia and Japan.

This year's promotional event was held under the theme:

"Beyond Pitching: Building Start-ups Ready for Growth and Japan Opportunities"

The event provided participants with valuable insights into business growth, startup development, and opportunities for collaboration with Japanese companies and organizations.

During the event, Mr. Yamanaka Masashi, a JICA Expert with extensive experience in business consulting and human resource development, delivered a special presentation. He shared practical ideas on how startups can move from founder-dependent businesses to sustainable organizations capable of long-term growth.