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Jaywan Cards to Get China Access via UnionPay Pilot
UAE's Jaywan card scheme will pilot acceptance in mainland China through UnionPay, part of a wider deal covering QR payments and settlement.
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UAE's Jaywan card scheme will pilot acceptance in mainland China through UnionPay, part of a wider deal covering QR payments and settlement.
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