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Swiss ep 25- gap 4.1

Outline Video Swiss ep 25- gap 4.1

Short Summary:

This transcript discusses gaps in the Vietnamese startup ecosystem, specifically focusing on capacity building. The speaker identifies three key gaps: a lack of human resources within the government and ecosystem builders, a shortage of high-quality startups despite a growing number of overall startups, and a limited number of active incubators. The speaker emphasizes the need for capacity building not only for startups and investors but also for government agencies and ecosystem builders. No specific technologies are mentioned, but the implications are a hampered growth of the Vietnamese startup ecosystem due to these capacity limitations. The main process discussed is the need for capacity building initiatives.

Detailed Summary:

The transcript begins by mentioning a group's choice to not use a particular approach due to overlap with another group's work. This is a brief aside and not central to the main discussion.

The core of the transcript focuses on identifying gaps within the Vietnamese startup ecosystem. The speaker identifies three key gaps:

  1. Lack of Human Resources: The speaker highlights a deficiency in capacity and human resources both within the government (specifically mentioning the MPI – likely a government ministry) and among ecosystem builders. This lack of skilled personnel hinders the effective support and development of startups.

  2. Shortage of High-Quality Startups: While acknowledging a growing number of startups in Vietnam, the speaker points out a significant lack of high-quality startups. This suggests a need for improved startup development and mentorship programs.

  3. Limited Number of Active Incubators: The speaker notes a surprisingly small number of actively functioning incubators considering the size and growth of the Vietnamese startup scene. This scarcity limits the support and resources available to aspiring entrepreneurs.

The speaker emphasizes the need for capacity building across the board. This includes not only startups and investors (including venture capitalists) but also crucial capacity building for government agencies and ecosystem builders. The speaker uses the example of a small number of individuals from their department (and others) involved in supporting the ecosystem, highlighting the disparity between the potential and the current resources dedicated to it. The phrase "very small number compared to the capacity and the potential of the ecosystem" summarizes this key concern. The speaker advocates for addressing these capacity limitations to unlock the full potential of the Vietnamese startup ecosystem.