Southeast Asian Brands Tap Weixin Ecosystem to Appeal to Chinese Consumers
International businesses eyeing the Chinese market are doubling down on Tencent’s Weixin ecosystem to stay connected and engaged with local consumers, as international travel remains limited because of Covid restrictions. Southeast Asia’s leading merchants such as Big C, one of the largest supermarkets in Thailand and Mandai Wildlife, the biggest safari park and scenic spot operator in Singapore, have launched Weixin Mini Programs to heighten reach and engagement and drive conversions in China. Big C launched its online store via Weixin Mini Program in January 2022. With the increasing appeal of brand channels on the Weixin Mini Program , the number of active Southeast Asian merchants’ Mini Programs grew 10 times over the past two years. The rapid growth is backed by the recent digital transformation and cross-border e-commerce growth that the retail industry experienced. From a Local Supermarket Chain to Cross-border E-comm...