BOC Hong Kong : Bank of China (Hong Kong) and UnionPay International join hands to launch BOC CUP Dual Currency Diamond Card

Bank of China (Hong Kong) ("BOCHK") and UnionPay International ("UnionPay") today jointly announced the launch of BOC CUP Dual Currency Diamond Card. This is a premium credit card uniquely designed for providing affluent cardholders with unparelleled privileges and services.

The Launch Ceremony of BOC CUP Dual Currency Diamond Card is held today on 70/F of Bank of China Tower. Mr Dickson So, General Manager of BOC Credit Card (International) ("BOC Credit Card"), and Mr Shuan Ghaidan, Director of Products of UnionPay International officiated at the ceremony.

Mr Dickson So, General Manager of BOC Credit Card, said, "It is our great pleasure to partner with UnionPay International in launching the new BOC CUP Dual Currency Diamond Card. To serve customers better, we have been striving to offer customised products and professional services that suit the needs of different customer segments. UnionPay International has also been dedicated to enriching its products suite, expanding its acceptance network and promoting its usage, offering cardholders payment convenience globally. Capitalising on the strengths and synergy arising from this partnership, we come to today's launch of this premium Dual Currency Diamond Card. Looking forward, we will further strengthen our collaboration in providing innovative products and enhanced services to our customers."

Mr Shuan Ghaidan, Director of Products of UnionPay International, said, "UnionPay International and BOC Credit Card (International) have been in successful close cooperation for a long time. Our services are well received by merchants and customers in Hong Kong. Today, we are honoured to announce the launch of new BOC UnionPay Dual Currency Diamond Card to enrich the UnionPay card product line and to enhance cardholder services. UnionPay International will continue to strengthen cooperation with BOC Credit Card (International) to ensure our cardholders to enjoy more convenient and beneficial payment services with the provision of innovative card products and services."

In addition to its basic card type, the BOC CUP Dual Currency Diamond Card will issue a limited edition metallic card with a special design - the first of its kind ever introduced in Hong Kong. The BOC CUP Dual Currency Diamond Card will be officially launched in January 2015. Card membership will be by invitation only with a first-year annual fee waiver.

During the promotional period, cardholders of BOC CUP Dual Currency Diamond Card can earn up to 3X reward gift points on their spending. Upon accumulation of monthly spending of HK$15,000 or above, cardholders will earn extra 2X reward gift points with no ceiling applied.

In addition, cardholders can enjoy a special rate of HK$250 per trip for airport limousine service to and from Hong Kong International Airport, as well as an exclusive airport limousine service to and from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport, Shanghai Pudong International Airport and Beijing Capital International Airport. This service is particularly well suited for high-end cross-border customers.

Other classy privileges and unrivalled experience include private concierge, international medical assistance, health care service in the Mainland of China and international travel assistance etc.

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About Bank of China (Hong Kong) Limited
Bank of China (Hong Kong) Limited ("BOCHK"), established on 1 October 2001, is a leading listed commercial banking group in Hong Kong. With over 260 branches, more than 600 ATMs and other distribution channels in Hong Kong, BOCHK and its subsidiaries offer a comprehensive range of financial products and services to personal and corporate customers. BOCHK is one of the three note issuing banks in Hong Kong. In addition, the BOCHK Group (comprising BOCHK, Nanyang Commercial Bank and Chiyu Banking Corporation) and its subsidiaries have 43 branches and sub-branches in the Mainland of China to provide cross-border banking services to customers in Hong Kong and the Mainland. BOCHK is appointed by the People's Bank of China as the Clearing Bank for Renminbi business in Hong Kong, and is authorised as the Clearing Bank of RMB banknotes business for the Taiwan region.

BOC Hong Kong (Holdings) Limited, BOCHK's holding company, began trading on the main board of the Stock Exchange of Hong Kong on 25 July 2002, with stock code "2388", ADR OTC Symbol "BHKLY'.

About BOC Credit Card (International) Limited
BOC Credit Card (International) Limited ("BOCCC") was established in 1980 and is a wholly-owned subsidiary of BOCHK. All credit cards issued by BOCCC are collectively called BOC Credit Cards. BOCCC has issued various international credit cards and revolving loan cards, and is now the card issuing and acquiring processing centre for BOCHK and its subsidiary banks (Nanyang Commercial Bank and Chiyu Banking Corporation), as well as other institutions and organisations. BOCCC plays an important role in the credit card business in the Mainland of China, Hong Kong and Macau.

BOCCC provides a wide variety of products to serve different market needs. Its product family includes the Visa Infinite, Visa and MasterCard Platinum Card, Titanium Card, Gold Card, Classic Card, Business/Corporate Card, Purchasing Card, Co-branded Card (with over 20 co-branding corporations and organisations), Intown Virtual Credit Card, BOC CUP Dual Currency Credit Card and BOC Express Cash Card. It also took the lead in launching the UnionPay Card Payment Service in Hong Kong in January 2004.

About UnionPay International
UnionPay International is a subsidiary focusing on international business of UnionPay. Unionpay International defines Membership Scheme to be the basis for development of the worldwide UnionPay Card acceptance network; promotes the international issuance and usage of the UnionPay Card as well as other innovative payment solutions and enhance the international brand position of UnionPay. By cooperation with over 200 associations worldwide, the UnionPay international network has enabled the UnionPay Card acceptance in over 140 countries and regions to date. UnionPay cards have been issued in above 30 countries and regions. UnionPay International provides quality, efficient and secure cross-border payment services to the world's largest cardholders group; and provides convenient and localized service to the increasing overseas UnionPay cardholders.

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