Alipay also a major partner in Malaysian, *Touch and Go" digital payments.
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Alipay's contribution to Touch 'n Go (TNG) eWallet is foundational—it provided the core technology, the joint venture structure, and the global network that turned TNG into Malaysia's leading digital wallet .

The Core Partnership
· Joint Venture & Tech: TNG Digital is a joint venture between Touch 'n Go Group and Ant Group (Alipay) . It was built by "leveraging on Ant Financial's Alipay technology platform" to launch the QR code payment ecosystem in Malaysia . Ant International remains a major shareholder (34.62% as of Sept 2025) .
· "Malaysia's Alipay": The collaboration essentially "replicated" Alipay's successful model in Malaysia, giving TNG its tech backbone .

Cross-Border Payments (Alipay+)
The biggest practical benefit is seamless international usage via Alipay+:
· Pay Abroad: Since 2022, users can scan Alipay+ QR codes to pay in countries like China, Japan, South Korea, Thailand, and Singapore .
· Guide for China: No need for a Chinese bank account—just scan the Alipay QR in-app, pay in MYR with real-time rates, and TNG handles the rest (though a ~1% conversion fee applies) .

Security & Funding
· Security: Alipay collaborates with TNG on initiatives like the "eWallet Guardians Alliance" to enhance cross-border security .
· Funding: Alipay's backing helps attract major investment (e.g., a ~$168M round in 2024) .
In short, Alipay provided the tech, the international connectivity, and strategic investment that transformed TNG from a transit card into a powerhouse digital wallet.
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I 

the cross border payment. The rates are very competitive. And I don't need to worry about not enough cash when I am abroad. Money changers will go out of business soon.