The framework will support IDR-CNH settlement between Indonesia and Hong Kong, alongside moves to enhance Indonesia-China QR payment connectivity and CIPS access.
Digitalisation is being brought to the logistics sector through easier document validation and payment processing, significantly reducing time and cost for carriers and shippers.
The initial phase, which allows PromptPay QR code payments to be used by foreign tourists, will be live in a few weeks. Krungthai Bank will act as the settlement bank.
Naveen Mallela, global co-head at JP Morgan's Kinexys, explained to CT how blockchain technology is enabling payments, and how global and Apac firms are embracing its use, including in the Middle East.