American Express(US:AXP) Zhong Guo Jing Ji Wang·2025-09-14 05:56Core Insights - The partnership between American Express and Lianlian Digital, through their joint venture Lian Tong (Hangzhou) Technology Service Co., aims to enhance payment innovation and support domestic partners in China [1][2] - The recent summit at the 2025 Inclusion Bund Conference gathered nearly 400 representatives from various sectors, focusing on payment innovation and improving cardholder experiences [1] Group 1 - The summit featured keynote speeches from industry leaders, including Kartik Mani, President of Global Network Services at American Express, emphasizing collaboration and innovation in the payment sector [1] - Lian Tong introduced a new corporate payment solution called the Centralized Payment Account, which allows companies to manage travel-related expenses more effectively by integrating with multiple banks and expense management platforms [1] - This solution represents a successful localization of American Express's global corporate payment offerings in mainland China, showcasing the company's commitment to enhancing service for local partners [1] Group 2 - CEO Zhu Yaming highlighted the importance of the Bund Conference as a platform for discussing payment innovation and enhancing customer experiences for American Express cardholders and domestic merchants [2] - The focus on differentiated services aims to support the steady development of the payment industry in China [2]