Japan, ASEAN to launch joint QR code payment services in FY2025

As QR Code payment has gained momentum in Southeast Asia amongst merchants, Japan is aiming to connect with ASEAN with the development of JPQR. This will allow Japanese travelers to take advantage of cashless payment when they come to the region. ​

Countries in the ASEAN bloc will be launching a pact to make QR Code payment seamless across the region, and non-ASEAN countries are looking to eventually tap into this form of payment rail. For more on this, click here. 

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