JAKARTA, Indonesia, July 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — UnionPay International and Bank of China (BOC) Jakarta Branch are excited to introduce the SplendorPlus Debit Card – Guangxi Theme Card through dynamic roadshows in Jakarta on July 2, 2025 and Medan on July 3, 2025This card unlocks exclusive deals for Indonesian cardholders in Penang, Malaysia’s leading hub for healthcare and education, while connecting you to the vibrant culture of Guangxi, China.
The event is supported by key Malaysian partners including INTI International College Penang, Stonyhurst International School, Optimax Eye Specialist, Penang Adventist Hospital, Sunway Medical Centre Penang, and Malaysia Airlines.
Why You’ll Love the BOC UnionPay SplendorPlus Debit Card
This card isn’t just about payments—it’s about saving smart and traveling easy:
- Guangxi Savings: Get 12% off at over 100 merchants in Guangxi, from cozy hotels to top restaurants and shops, with a minimum spend of CNY 200.
- Penang Perks: Enjoy up to 50% off world-class medical package and education in Penang through partnerships with P.MED and StudyPenang.
- Dual-Currency Ease: Pay in IDR or CNY, with smart auto-debiting to skip exchange rate hassles.
- Global Reach: Shop and withdraw cash at more than 420,000 merchants and over 70,000 ATMs in Indonesia, plus millions of UnionPay terminals worldwide.
- Extra Benefits*: Enjoy up to CNY 600/month cashback in Mainland China and year-round dining, shopping, and lifestyle privileges around the world, free monthly fees when opening BOC e-channel services, and free cash withdrawal fees in Indonesia and Mainland China.
* Terms and Conditions apply.
Why Malaysia?
Malaysia continues to lead in ASEAN as a preferred destination for both medical tourism and international education:
- Medical Tourism: Malaysia continues to see robust growth in this sector, with over 1 million medical tourists in 2023 and 1.52 million in Q1 2025 alone. Patients—especially from Indonesia—benefit from 30–70% cost savings compared to Western healthcare systems. Many hospitals are JCI-accredited and provide multilingual support.
- Education: Malaysia hosted over 130,000 international students from more than 160 countries in 2023. Its institutions offer globally recognized degrees at significantly lower tuition and living costs. Top contributors to international student populations include China, Indonesia, India, and Nigeria.
About the Organizers
UnionPay International
UnionPay has been present in Indonesia since 2008, with full-scale card issuance launched in 2011. Today, UnionPay Indonesia has issued 1.6 million cards with UnionPay cards acceptance at over 420,000 merchants and more than 70,000 ATMs across Indonesia, supported by partnerships with major financial institutions, including BCA, BNI, Mandiri, Rintis, Indopay and Red Dot Payment.
In Malaysia, UnionPay offers over 90% merchant coverage and supports both contactless and QR code payments, with more than 410,000 terminals and 3 million QR-enabled locations across the country.
Bank of China Jakarta Branch
The Bank of China Jakarta Branch is the first Chinese financial institution established in Indonesia and has been in operation for 20 years. It currently serves its customers through eight branches located in Jakarta, Surabaya, and Medan.
The Bank acts as a financial bridge to promote economic cooperation and investment between Indonesia and China, utilizing its global operational expertise and cross-border synergies.
Get Started Today
Apply your SplendorPlus Debit Card at any BOC Indonesia branch or visit https://www.bankofchina.co.id/en-id/segment/personal-banking/cards/Splendor-Guangxi-Debit-Card.html for details.
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SOURCE UnionPay International
