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UnionPay International Celebrates 10 Years of THE MONSTERS in Paris

Recently, UnionPay International (UPI) took on the role of sponsor for the Paris stop of THE MONSTERS 10th Anniversary Global Tour, an event organized by POP MART Europe. This sponsorship is pivotal for enhancing the visibility of POP MART's original designer toy brands across the European market while expanding UnionPay's cross-border payment options for cardholders worldwide.

The Paris exhibition, running from March 4 to 29, 2026, will be hosted at the Hôtel du Grand Veneur, located in the Marais district of Paris (60 rue de Turenne, 75003 Paris). Paris joins the ranks of Shanghai, Taipei, and Hong Kong as another significant international stop on the tour.

Currently, all major POP MART stores across Europe accept UnionPay cards and UnionPay Mobile QuickPass, including locations in the UK, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Denmark, Spain, and Italy. Admission tickets for the Paris event are priced at €12 for adults, €8 for youth aged 10-17, and are free for children under 10 years old. Visitors can conveniently reach the venue by foot from the Saint-Paul station on Metro Line 1.

The exhibition showcases a decade's worth of THE MONSTERS' history and features exclusive LABUBU collectibles available for purchase. UnionPay International, a subsidiary of China UnionPay, facilitates the operation and development of UnionPay's global business. UPI is committed to building a global payment network by expanding card acceptance, card issuance, and innovative cross-border payment services. Currently, UPI partners with over 2,600 institutions globally, with UnionPay cards accepted in 183 countries and regions. Outside of mainland China, UnionPay is accepted at more than 80 million merchants and at 1.8 million ATMs. UnionPay cards are issued in 85 countries and regions, providing cardholders and merchants worldwide with high-quality, efficient, and secure cross-border payment services.

In France, UnionPay International continues to enhance local acceptance and services. As of 2025, over 700,000 merchants in France accept UnionPay cards across various sectors, including retail, gastronomy, transportation, hospitality, education, and entertainment. Notable partners such as Galeries Lafayette, Disneyland Paris, La Poste, G7 Taxi, and Monoprix supermarkets support UnionPay payments. Meanwhile, UPI is also broadening cross-border financial services in France by collaborating with local financial institutions and partners to facilitate remittance services for Chinese communities abroad and promote economic exchanges between China and France.

In Europe, UnionPay's local presence is also expanding. Currently, more than 90% of European countries and regions have activated UnionPay services, with 80% of POS terminals accepting UnionPay cards. Additionally, over 6 million merchants in Europe support UnionPay's mobile QuickPass payments. UnionPay services now cover all Schengen countries, offering convenient payment options for international travelers and locals alike.

Paris is a global hub for culture, art, and tourism, merging various consumption and cultural scenarios. UnionPay International's sponsorship of THE MONSTERS 10th Anniversary | Paris Stop marks a significant initiative to expand collaboration with culture and lifestyle partners in Europe. By supporting this event, UnionPay aims to bolster its brand presence across Europe and improve relationships with merchants, partners, and consumers, providing both international visitors and locals with a more convenient and secure payment experience.

Looking ahead, UnionPay International will leverage its global network and localized service capacities to collaborate with partners in the culture, tourism, retail, and lifestyle sectors. The goal is to expand cross-border payment applications by providing a more comprehensive and convenient payment experience for cardholders worldwide while fostering international cultural exchanges and enhancing consumer connectivity.