Thailand will introduce new regulations on 20 May to strengthen protections for airline passengers affected by flight delays or cancellations, particularly for international travel.
Siam Piwat Invites Modern Travelers to Discover the ‘ONESIAM Global Visitor Card,’ the Ultimate All-in-One Key to Premium Travel Experiences in Bangkok

BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 13 May 2025 – Siam Piwat is redefining travel experiences in Bangkok with the ONESIAM Global Visitor Card, an exclusive privilege card created especially for global visitors. Designed to match the needs of modern explorers, the card offers seamless access to extraordinary experiences across travel, shopping, dining, sightseeing, and more under the concept of “Access the Extraordinary.” This all-in-one travel companion unlocks premium benefits both inside and beyond Siam Piwat’s world-renowned shopping destinations, connecting visitors to Bangkok’s top attractions and services with ease like never before.
“The ONESIAM Global Visitor Card isn’t just a privilege card — it’s a world-class guest experience platform,” said Mr. Kriengsak Suvorapamaneesawat, Head of Global Partnership Management at Siam Piwat. “Built on deep insights into today’s travelers, the card offers curated benefits to elevate the travel experience in Thailand from pre-tip, during-trip to post-trip. Through collaborations with leading partners across several sectors such as airlines, hotels, logistics, and tourism, we’ve created an essential card that delivers convenience, value, and unique experiences because we believe Every journey should begin with a lasting impression and a feeling of exclusivity from the very first step in Thailand.”

Revolutionize Your Travel Experience in Thailand with a Single Card that Covers Everything You Need
The ONESIAM Global Visitor Card is designed to be the ultimate key to unlocking a next-level journey. This all-in-one privilege card offers exclusive access across four dimensions that cater to the needs of today’s travelers:
- Access More: Enjoy deeper discounts and exclusive deals reserved for ONESIAM cardholders across all six premier destinations—Siam Paragon, Siam Center, Siam Discovery, ICONSIAM, Siam Premium Outlets Bangkok, and ICS. Save up to 80% at over 200 brands, plus enjoy extra perks like an additional 5% off at select department stores and supermarkets, namely: Paragon Department Store, Gourmet Market, Discovery Selection, and Siam Takashimaya.
- Access Extra: Unlock a world of travel conveniences designed to make every step of your journey effortless. Cardholders enjoy exclusive access to seamless services—airport transfers, luggage storage, mobile connectivity, and international shipping—through trusted partners like Grab, G.B. Limousine, Bolt, Bellugg, DHL, TrueMove H, and dtac. With over 70% of travelers favoring one-stop solutions, this card goes beyond shopping benefits to deliver a truly streamlined travel experience.
- Access Beyond: Dive into a variety of memorable experiences perfect for families and groups, beyond the shopping centers. From exploring museums and iconic landmarks to hopping on a local tuk-tuk ride, the card is poised to connect visitors to authentic local life and cultural charm. Step into a world of exclusive travel perks with the ONESIAM Global Partner Ecosystem which features over 250 partners, including top airlines, hotels, hospitals, and tourist attractions.
- Access Worldwide: Indulge in travel perks that go beyond borders. As a ONESIAM Global Visitor Card holder, travelers will benefit from free lounge access and a complimentary welcome drink at the prestigious Hong Kong Times Square, a proud member of the ONESIAM Global Privilege Partnership.
“Today’s travelers want more than just sights — they want unique, valuable, meaningful, and personalized experiences,” added Mr. Suvorapamaneesawat. “The ONESIAM Global Visitor Card was created to deliver exactly that, while helping position Thailand as a must-visit global destination for modern tourists.”

Boosting Thailand’s Global Tourism Ambition
According to the Tourism Authority of Thailand, over 33 million international visitors are expected to travel to Thailand in 2025, with the majority coming from Asia, particularly China, South Korea, Taiwan, Malaysia, and Singapore, which together account for more than 60%. Travelers from these countries prioritize convenience, all-in-one access, and great value — and that’s exactly why the ONESIAM Global Visitor Card was created. It’s designed to simplify every part of the trip, making it more convenient, rewarding, and stress-free, allowing travelers to focus on enjoying Thailand to the fullest.
The ONESIAM Global Visitor Card has already gained strong traction, attracting over 400,000 international visitors from 150 countries. Members actively enjoy exclusive benefits across dining, fashion, and transportation — saving up to THB 10,000 per trip.
“ONESIAM is committed to creating the best experience for every visitor. We believe the ONESIAM Global Visitor Card has the potential to become a leading model for regional travel cards — one that seamlessly brings together tourism, retail, and digital innovation. In a world of where experience is everything in the tourism sector, this card will give travelers something truly exceptional at every step of their journey,” Mr. Suvorapamaneesawat concluded.
And there’s even more to look forward to — Following the overwhelming success of last year’s launch, ONESIAM is set to unveil the 2nd season of the highly anticipated ONESIAM Global Grand Giveaway, the biggest tourist promotion of the year, running from 20 June to 30 September 2025. This campaign is part of the Tourism Authority of Thailand’s (TAT) Amazing Thailand Grand Sale 2025 and is available exclusively to international visitors who register for the ONESIAM Global Visitor Card
Cardholders will enjoy Double Rewards, including Win 1 Get 1 Free Coupons at leading shopping, dining, and entertainment destinations. They’ll also win world-class prizes worth over 10 million baht — from free flights and luxury five-star stays to Michelin-starred meals and exclusive attraction access.
ONESIAM continues to redefine the visitor experience, making Thailand’s summer season more rewarding than ever.
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Siam Piwat is a leading retail and real estate developer that owns Bangkok’s top destinations, including Siam Paragon, Siam Center, Siam Discovery, ICONSIAM, and Siam Premium Outlets Bangkok. Siam Piwat has 50 subsidiaries across seven core businesses: real estate development, department stores, retail, food and beverage, venue management, digital platforms, and business support.
ONESIAM is Siam Piwat’s premier guest experience program, crafted to deliver extraordinary experiences, world-class services, and innovative platforms that elevate the journey across its six iconic destinations. ONESIAM Global, a specialized extension of this program, is tailored specifically for international visitors. The ONESIAM Global Visitor Card is the key to accessing extraordinary privileges, offers, and experiences, providing guests with more discounts than regular visitors. It offers exclusive benefits not only across the six malls but also from a network of partners beyond the 6 malls. Additionally, guests enjoy extra services to facilitate their journey and gain privileges worldwide through a global partner network.
Vientiane South Station Drives Southeast Asia’s Fruit Logistics
Laos’ Vientiane South Station has become a crucial regional fruit distribution center, now handling over 2,000 tons of tropical fruit daily.
According to the Lao-China Railway Company, the station serves as a key transit point for tropical fruit. The site processed more than 20,000 tons of fruit in April alone.
Popular tropical fruits, especially durian and mangoes from Laos, Thailand, Malaysia, and neighboring countries, are being shipped to China through this railway corridor, the company confirmed.
Rail transport has significantly reduced shipping times, minimized fruit spoilage, and ensured quality preservation for consumers, particularly crucial for highly perishable tropical fruits, where rapid transportation is essential, completing the entire journey in 55 hours compared to the conventional 5-7 day transit period.
This growth is supported by the success of the China–Laos–Thailand railway freight service, which launched on 7 February 2023. The inaugural train, carrying 286 tons of vegetables in 19 refrigerated containers from Kunming to Vientiane, where the cargo was transferred to Thai trains at Thanaleng Station for final delivery to Bangkok.
Public Transport Commuters can use American Express Contactless Cards for Transit Payment from 15 May 2025

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 13 May 2025 – From 15 May 2025, commuters will be able to use their American Express[1] cards to make contactless payments for public transport fares. This will provide greater convenience and choice for public transport commuters.

Mr Marlin Brown, American Express Country Manager for Singapore said: “We are proud to partner with the Land Transport Authority (LTA) to bring more contactless payment options to Singapore commuters as this form of payment becomes increasingly popular. For our local and overseas Card Members, including those of our third party partners, this brings greater convenience as they can now tap, pay and ride across the ever-expanding bus and train network in Singapore. It is important for us to provide our Card Members a seamless payment experience wherever they live, work and play and enabling them to use their cards on public transportation worldwide is essential.”
Commuters can also add the cards to their mobile wallets and need not pre-register their cards for public transport rides. This will eliminate the need to carry a separate travel card or top up stored value travel cards before the journey.
Commuters who use American Express cards are charged the same fares as those who use stored value travel cards (i.e. EZ-Link and NETS FlashPay cards), with no additional fees involved. Charges for public transport rides are reflected in the commuter’s credit, charge, debit or prepaid card bills, similar to retail transactions. Commuters with a SimplyGo app account can also view their travel expenses and history on the SimplyGo mobile app, along with an option to receive push notifications for fares incurred after each trip. Commuters who carry more than one contactless bank card or travel card are reminded to take out the card they wish to use before tapping at the fare reader, and to use the same card to tap in and out, to avoid charges to multiple cards.
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WM Senibong Achieves 100% Take-Up Rate for Kew Green 1; Its Maiden Project in Iskandar Puteri, Johor Bahru West

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Global Superstar Ram Charan Unveils World’s First Wax Figure At Madame Tussauds Singapore – Joined By His Beloved Dog Rhyme

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 13 May 2025 – Madame Tussauds Singapore, operated by Merlin Entertainments, proudly unveils the world’s first wax figure of Indian cinema megastar Ram Charan, immortalised in a first-ever dual celebrity and pet figures —alongside his beloved pet Rhyme.

The multi-talented actor came face-to-face with his figure for the first time at Madame Tussauds London, joined by his family and his father, legendary actor Mr. Chiranjeevi. The figure will then make its way to its permanent home at Madame Tussauds Singapore from 20th May 2025 onwards.
Ram Charan shared, “When I saw the figure for the first time, I was absolutely stunned. The likeness is unbelievable—from the expression to the stance to the exact detail of Rhyme by my side. It’s like looking in a mirror, and I’m so thrilled that fans around the world will get to experience me up close.”
The creation of Ram Charan’s wax figure was a feat of precision and artistry, with many months went into bringing both Ram Charan and Rhyme to life with astonishing detail. Every feature—from the subtle tilt of his head to the lifelike posture of Rhyme—was crafted with care to reflect the actor’s unique personality and calm confidence.
Jim Kempton, Principal Sculptor at Merlin Magic Making, commented, “What made this project so special was the chance to capture not just a global film icon, but the deep connection he shares with his dog, Rhyme. We worked closely with Ram to ensure every detail—from his posture and smile to Rhyme’s alert gaze—was perfect. This figure is a celebration of both his star power and his warmth as a person.”

Ram Charan is styled in a custom black velvet bandhgala, which he wore at the 2023 Oscars. The outfit is a blend of Indian tradition with red-carpet elegance, featuring a high collar, subtle gold detailing, and a tailored fit. It marked the Oscar win for “Naatu Naatu” from RRR, a landmark achievement for Ram Charan, the first-ever win for an Indian song in that category. This brought global attention to Telugu cinema, and solidified his status as an international star thanks to his powerful performance in the film.
Andre Timmins, Co-Founder of IIFA, commented, “For over 25 years, IIFA and Madame Tussauds have shared a proud partnership built on celebrating Indian cinema’s biggest icons and its extraordinary cultural journey across the world. This unveiling of Ram Charan’s figure, a global superstar whose roots in South Indian cinema have redefined international perceptions is a milestone moment that reflects the growing influence of regional cinema alongside Bollywood on the global stage. As we continue to amplify Indian film through IIFA and IIFA Utsavam, it is heartening to see the world embrace our stars, stories, and artistry. Together with Madame Tussauds, we remain committed to showcasing the diversity, depth, and dynamism of Indian cinema to audiences everywhere.”

Fans are invited to Madame Tussauds Singapore, from 20th May, to meet their hero up close and even share the spotlight with Rhyme. This is a major highlight for Madame Tussauds Singapore, which continues to celebrate Bollywood and South Indian cinema’s global impact through immersive and interactive exhibits.
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About Madame Tussauds
Madame Tussauds has been inviting people to walk the red carpet and get closer to the revered – and feared – for over 250 years. With 22 attractions in the world’s top destination cities, we are dedicated to giving millions of visitors the opportunity to mingle with the mighty from A-listers to music legends, heroes of sport, to infamous world leaders. Today, we continue to partner with the global icons of a generation to create astonishing lifelike figures from sittings and offer exciting and interactive experiences to ensure guests have never felt closer to fame.
XTransfer Singapore CEO Violas Xiao Joins Money20/20 Asia’s Panel

BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 13 May 2025 – XTransfer, the world’s leading and China’s No.1 B2B Cross-Border Trade Payment Platform, participated in Money20/20 Asia, one of the most influential events in the global fintech calendar. Violas Xiao, Local CEO of Singapore at XTransfer, was honoured to be invited as a distinguished speaker at the RiseUp panel, empowered by Deutsche Bank.

The RiseUp initiative is a global program dedicated to promoting the careers of women in financial technology and fostering inclusive leadership. The 2025 cohort brought together a remarkable group of female leaders to share their insights, experiences, and strategies for success in a rapidly evolving industry.
During the panel discussion, titled “Re-evaluate the Power of Connection – How to Leverage Relationships,” Violas joined an esteemed lineup of speakers including Kriti Jain, Managing Director and Head of Digital Economy, Fintech & Platform in Corporate Coverage, APAC and Cash Sales APAC, MEA at Deutsche Bank, and Ivan Chang, alongside moderator Rachel Whelan, Managing Director, APAC Head of Corporate Cash Management, and Global Head of Payments & TFX Product Management at Deutsche Bank.
Violas emphasised the value of building authentic, intentional relationships in today’s connected world. “Opportunities rarely happen by chance, they come from people who know and trust you. Networking builds that vital bridge.”
She encouraged professionals, especially newcomers, to start with curiosity, not credentials. “Ask open-ended questions like ‘What brought you here tonight?’ to spark real conversations.”
Violas also encourages people not to wait for the perfect moment. “Most people are more open than we think. Approach with sincerity, build sincerely, and grow together.”
As the fintech landscape continues to evolve, XTransfer is committed not only to innovation and growth in financial services but also to championing the next generation of women leaders in the industry.
Founded in 2017, XTransfer, the world-leading and China’s No.1 B2B Cross-Border Trade Payment Platform, is dedicated to providing SMEs with secure, compliant, fast, convenient and low-cost foreign trade payment and fund collection solutions. With more than 600,000 enterprise clients, XTransfer has become the industry No.1 in China. XTransfer has obtained local payment licences in Mainland China, Hong Kong SAR, Singapore, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, the United States, Canada, and Australia.
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VinFast collaborates with four Philippine partners for robust service network expansion

MANILA, PHILIPPINES – Media OutReach Newswire – 13 May 2025 – VinFast today announced the official signing of collaboration agreements with four reputable partners in the Philippines: Goodyear Philippines, Tire King and Rubber Products, Power Tread Services, and Marcjan Cavite. These partnerships are expected to play a key role in helping VinFast reach its goal of establishing over 100 authorized service workshops across the Philippines in 2025.

Under the newly signed Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) and Service Level Agreements (SLAs), VinFast will collaborate with four experienced partners operating service centers across the Philippines to provide maintenance, repair, and electric vehicle care services in accordance with the Company’s global standards.
Specifically, VinFast and Goodyear Philippines will work closely with the goal of establishing 50 authorized VinFast service workshops in 2025. Similarly, Marcjan Cavite is expected to open eight workshops, while Tire King and Power Tread will each establish seven.
These authorized VinFast service workshops in the Philippines will adhere to stringent standards regarding facilities, machinery, equipment, and the professional qualifications of the technical teams. They will also prioritize the provision of genuine services and parts for VinFast vehicle owners.
As part of this collaboration, VinFast is committed to supporting its partners through personnel training programs, technical consultation, and experience sharing, aiming to rapidly expand the network of authorized service workshops.
These latest agreements – combined with previous MOUs signed with JIGA and Motech – will serve as a crucial stepping stone for VinFast to accelerate the development of its electric vehicle ecosystem in the Philippines, enhancing the after-sales experience for customers.
Mr. Pham Sanh Chau, CEO of VinFast Asia, shared: “The collaboration with experienced and insightful local players in the Philippines is a clear testament to VinFast’s enduring commitment to developing a comprehensive electric vehicle ecosystem here. This marks the beginning of promising partnerships, laying a solid foundation for VinFast to better serve customers and promote a green lifestyle throughout the nation.”
Nearly a year since its market entry in the Philippines, VinFast has steadily expanded its presence with its portfolio of smart EV models, attractive sales offerings, and a continuously refined after-sales support system. Across Southeast Asia, VinFast is actively pursuing the development of a comprehensive “For a Green Future” ecosystem, placing a strong emphasis on collaborative growth of charging infrastructure and service networks. This framework, established successfully in Vietnam, is now being extended to promising markets such as the Philippines.
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About VinFast
VinFast (NASDAQ: VFS), a subsidiary of Vingroup JSC, one of Vietnam’s largest conglomerates, is a pure-play electric vehicle (“EV”) manufacturer with the mission of making EVs accessible to everyone. VinFast’s product lineup today includes a wide range of electric SUVs, e-scooters, e-bikes, and e-buses. VinFast is currently embarking on its next growth phase through rapid expansion of its distribution and dealership network globally and increasing its manufacturing capacities with a focus on key markets across North America, Europe and Asia. Learn more at https://www.vinfastauto.ph/
About Goodyear Philippines
Building on a strong global legacy, Goodyear Philippines is one of the country’s oldest and most trusted tire brands, operating since 1919. With the largest tire dealer network in the Philippines—comprising 84 service workshops nationwide—Goodyear offers a wide range of tire solutions, professional after-sales services, and advanced technologies for both personal and commercial vehicles.
About Marcjan Cavite
With 33 years of experience, Marcjan Cavite is a leading automotive service provider in Cavite province, offering a comprehensive range of services including wheel alignment, engine diagnostics, underchassis repairs, brake services, and transmission maintenance. The company currently operates six branches in Cavite, with plans to open two more, and is also exploring expansion into EV charging and vehicle dealership operations.
About Power Tread Services
Founded in 1995, Power Tread Services operates as a one-stop-shop automotive center, offering everything from tires, lubricants, and batteries to spare parts and mechanical repairs. The company runs seven branches across Bulacan, Tarlac, and Pampanga, serving customers across Central Luzon.
About Tire King and Rubber Products
With over 30 years of experience, Tire King and Rubber Products is a trusted family-run business specializing in automotive care in the Philippines. It currently operates two service centers in Antipolo and Marikina, providing services such as wheel alignment, tire balancing, underchassis maintenance, and fuel injector cleaning, with expansion underway into southern Metro Manila.