Japan-based JCB International (JCBI), the international operations subsidiary of JCB has announced that Ta Chong Bank has signed a license agreement for JCB card issuance as the 25th JCB card issuer in Taiwan, and launched the TC Bank Le Siang Precious Card.
JCB card is now accepted in 190 countries and territories around the world. In Taiwan, about 300,000 merchants accept JCB card and the number of card members exceeds 1.6 million in partnerships with financial institutions.
Kimihisa Imada, Deputy President of JCBI, said, “JCB and Taiwan have had a long-term relationship since 1981, and we are committed to providing unique and diverse services to consumers in that market.” He added, “I am delighted to launch such a high quality card with Ta Chong Bank. The biggest advantage of this card is the number of services associated with travel and entertainment, and I am confident that cardmembers will experience more convenience with this card.”
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