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VinFast collaborates with five partners to strengthen electric vehicle after-sales service in Indonesia
Specifically, under the MOU with Goodyear Indonesia, Goodyear will supply tires for VinFast electric vehicles and jointly implement maintenance programs and periodic inspections at its service centers. With the wide Autocare network centers nationwide, Goodyear will help increase service coverage, optimize vehicle performance, and ensure peace of mind for VinFast customers.
In addition, Dunlop and VinFast will collaborate to develop multi-functional service centers by certifying selected Dunlop Shops as Authorized VinFast Service Workshops in Indonesia. These centers will offer a full range of services, including EV maintenance, software updates, tire replacement, charging station installation and upkeep, and comprehensive vehicle care. Dunlop currently operates a large-scale service network of centers nationwide, ensuring customers have convenient access to high-quality services across all regions.
Under the MOU with Denso, VinFast will appoint and certify Denso Sales Indonesia workshop chain as an Authorized VinFast Service Workshop. Denso will provide repair, maintenance, and vehicle care services in accordance with international standards, while also supporting technician training and technology transfer to ensure consistent service quality across the network. With a comprehensive service network across Indonesia, Denso will play a key role in strengthening VinFast’s service capacity and responsiveness.
Meanwhile, CARfix will provide a comprehensive suite of aftersales services for VinFast customers. These include periodic maintenance, oil changes, engine tune-ups, wheel alignment, diagnostic checks, and general repair works. All services will be carried out by trained and certified technicians following VinFast’s quality standards, ensuring customers receive reliable, professional, and nationwide support.
And under the MOU with VinFast, Scuto Paint, part of the Scuto Group, will serve as VinFast’s official body and paint partner in Indonesia, handling body repair and painting services for the entire vehicle lineup. Its network across major cities, staffed with certified EV technicians and equipped with modern specialized tools and machinery, will help ensure consistent and reliable repair quality for VinFast customers.
Mr. Kariyanto Hardjosoemarto, CEO of VinFast Indonesia, stated: “Partnering with five leading companies Goodyear, Dunlop, Denso Sales, CARfix, and Scuto Paint, is a strategic move that enables VinFast to elevate after-sales service quality while laying the foundation for a modern, sustainable, and standardized service ecosystem. This initiative is part of VinFast’s broader strategy to realize our vision of becoming a global EV brand and contribute to Indonesia’s green transition.”
These MOUs further strengthen VinFast’s after-sales service network in Indonesia, which is already distinguished by industry-leading warranty policies, residual value guarantee program, and transparent, fast service standards. VinFast’s service network currently spans Jakarta, Surabaya, Bali, and other key regions, delivering a consistent, convenient, and high-quality customer experience. This partnership also demonstrates VinFast’s commitment to promoting green and sustainable mobility solutions in Indonesia and Southeast Asia.
VinFast officially entered the Indonesian market in 2024 with the aspiration to become the leading EV brand in Southeast Asia. Indonesia is considered one of VinFast’s key strategic markets thanks to its large population, growing demand for green transportation, and strong government support for EV adoption. In addition to offering smart electric vehicles, VinFast is investing in a comprehensive ecosystem of after-sales services, charging infrastructure, and financial solutions to deliver a seamless and convenient customer experience.
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GoTyme Bank becomes the first digital bank in the Philippines to enable Apple Pay, expanding secure and seamless digital payments for 10 million customers
MANILA, PHILIPPINES – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 August 2026 – Paymentology, the leading global issuer processor, today announced the successful launch of Apple Pay for GoTyme Bank in the Philippines. Through this launch, GoTyme becomes one of the first issuers in the Philippine market to enable Apple Pay, giving 10 million customers an easy, secure and private way to pay using their Apple devices.
As one of the country’s fastest-growing digital banks, GoTyme continues to accelerate its digital payments strategy by expanding secure, seamless and convenient payment experiences for Filipino consumers. Customers can now securely add their GoTyme debit card to Apple Wallet and make contactless payments in stores, within apps and online wherever Apple Pay is accepted.
Apple Pay uses industry-leading tokenisation technology, meaning card numbers are never stored on devices or shared with merchants. Instead, a unique Device Account Number is assigned, with every transaction authenticated through Face ID, Touch ID or a device passcode, providing an additional layer of security while delivering a fast, frictionless checkout experience.
Nate Clark, President and CEO at GoTyme Bank commented: “At GoTyme Bank, we’re constantly looking for ways to make banking simpler, safer and more rewarding for our customers. Bringing Apple Pay to GoTyme Bank customers in the Philippines gives them an easy and secure way to pay wherever they shop while continuing to earn rewards points on all their transactions. This is another step in our commitment to making everyday banking more beautiful and convenient for our customers.
The launch comes as digital payments continue to reshape the Philippine economy. According to the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP), digital payments now account for more than half of all retail payment transactions, as consumers increasingly embrace mobile-first banking and contactless payments. Meanwhile, smartphone penetration continues to rise, supporting growing demand for digital wallets and tokenised payment experiences. As digital commerce accelerates, enabling secure mobile payments through services such as Apple Pay is becoming an increasingly important differentiator for financial institutions.
Minh-Ha Truong, Head of Growth, APAC at Paymentology, added: “As a long-standing partner to GoTyme, we’re proud to support another significant milestone in its growth journey. Bringing Apple Pay to market demonstrates how modern, cloud-native issuer processing enables digital banks to rapidly deliver innovative payment experiences while maintaining the highest standards of security, scalability and performance. Together, we’re helping shape the future of digital payments in the Philippines.”
The launch further strengthens GoTyme’s position as one of Southeast Asia’s leading digital banks and highlights the value of Paymentology’s cloud-native issuer processing platform in helping banks and fintechs rapidly introduce innovative payment capabilities that meet evolving customer expectations.
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New Documentary Under the Hakka Liugdui Sun From Discovery to Debut on August 20 in Southeast Asia
Set against the sun-drenched landscapes of southern Taiwan, Under the Hakka Liugdui Sun highlights how the people of Liugdui have thrived alongside the land for over 300 years. Following local scholars, farmers, and artisans, the documentary explores how this community adapts its deep-rooted traditions—from water stewardship to food heritage—in response to environmental and economic change, offering vital modern insights on sustainability, rural revitalization, and cultural continuity.
Across three episodes—Water, agriculture, and food—the documentary explores how the people of Liugdui blend tradition with modern innovation. Viewers meet groundwater experts, farmers pioneering sustainable crops, and artisans repurposing local materials like betel nut, alongside culinary practitioners who preserve Hakka identity through ancestral rituals, communal feasts, and family traditions that unite generations.
Audiences will discover a community that views tradition not as something fixed in the past, but as a living legacy that continues to evolve. From innovative groundwater management and botanical dyeing to ritual feasts and modern interpretations of Hakka cuisine – the documentary celebrates the creativity, resilience, and values that have sustained Liugdui for centuries.
Under the Hakka Liugdui Sun premieres in Southeast Asia on Discovery Channel, Thursday, August 20 at 7:10pm; TLC Channel, Monday, August 24 at 7:10pm; and Discovery Asia, Tuesday, August 25 at 9:25pm.
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The launch press conference broke away from tradition with a vibrant runway show featuring celebrity “Hot Spring Travel Navigators,” including acclaimed chef Edward Lee from Netflix’s Culinary Class Wars, visual identity creative director Yen Po-Chun, TSUTAYA BOOKSTORE Taiwan Chairman Kazuma Otsuka, and actor-host Andrew Chau. Together with local businesses, they showcased regional agriculture, specialties, and lifestyle products.
The official launch celebration kicks off on September 4 at Guguan Park in Taichung, featuring a themed parade with over 500 participants and the lighting ceremony for the Lishan–Guguan Light Art Festival, which stars a massive eight-meter “OhBear” light installation. The festivities continue on September 5 with a guided tribal trekking tour in Guguan, offering participants an exclusive NT$500 accommodation discount.
To promote four-season wellness tourism globally, the campaign partners with the East Asia Hot Spring Association for an international symposium on September 4. Key promotions also include complimentary LINE POINTS for new followers, curated packages starting at NT$299, and a flash sale of 800 limited NT$1 Hot Spring Vouchers for the Double 11 Shopping Festival. Furthermore, cross-sector collaborations offer half-price entry to national forest areas, limited-edition Taiwan Railway bento boxes, and Guanziling mud spring skincare products to enrich the travel experience.Hashtag: #TaiwanFourSeasonSprings
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