Building Bridges with Multicultural Community Leaders in Australia
EzyRemit was honoured to welcome Mr Tom Tan, President of the PIDC, to the company’s headquarters in Sydney on 12 February 2026. Consequently, what began as a productive lunch evolved into a genuine exchange about EzyRemit’s journey from its modest origins to becoming a recognised player in Australia’s digital remittance industry.
Furthermore, the meeting underscored EzyRemit’s commitment to building meaningful relationships with community leaders across Australia’s diverse multicultural landscape, extending its reach beyond the Vietnamese diaspora to serve all communities with cross-border payment needs.
Why It Matters
Australia is one of the most culturally diverse nations in the world. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, over 30% of Australia’s population was born overseas, with significant communities from the Philippines, India, China, Vietnam, and the United Kingdom. Moreover, these communities collectively send billions of dollars in remittances each year, making Australia one of the top 15 remittance-sending countries globally.
Specifically, engaging with community leaders like Mr Tom Tan allows EzyRemit to understand the unique financial needs, cultural preferences, and pain points of different diaspora communities. As a result, the company can tailor its services to deliver more relevant and impactful solutions.
The Multicultural Remittance Opportunity
Australia’s multicultural population drives substantial cross-border payment activity. Key market indicators include:
- Diaspora population: over 7.5 million overseas-born residents in Australia (ABS Census 2021)
- Remittance outflows: approximately US$9.8 billion sent from Australia annually (World Bank 2024)
- Top corridors: Philippines, India, China, Vietnam, and the United Kingdom
- Digital preference: over 65% of Australian remittance senders now prefer digital channels
- Growth rate: Australia’s outbound remittance market has grown at 5-7% annually since 2020
Consequently, community partnerships are essential for reaching these diverse populations with culturally appropriate and competitively priced financial services.
A Genuine Exchange
During the visit, Mr Tom Tan and the EzyRemit leadership team discussed several key themes:
- EzyRemit’s growth story — from a startup serving the Vietnamese community to a multi-corridor platform supporting transfers to over 150 countries
- Community engagement — how fintech companies can better serve multicultural communities through partnerships and presence at cultural events
- Financial inclusion — the role of digital remittance platforms in reducing costs and increasing access for underserved communities
- Cross-cultural collaboration — opportunities for joint initiatives that benefit both the Australian and regional diaspora communities
Furthermore, the conversation highlighted the shared values of community service, financial empowerment, and cultural preservation that drive both EzyRemit and community organisations like the PIDC.
What Leaders Say
“Meeting with community leaders like Mr Tom Tan reminds us why we started EzyRemit in the first place,” said Allan Nguyen, CEO and Founder of EzyRemit. “Every community deserves access to affordable, reliable, and transparent international money transfer services. Moreover, partnerships with organisations like the PIDC help us understand the real needs of the people we serve.”
Additionally, Mr Tan expressed his appreciation for EzyRemit’s open dialogue and willingness to explore collaboration opportunities that could benefit the broader multicultural community in Australia.
EzyRemit’s Community Strategy for 2026
The meeting with Mr Tom Tan is part of EzyRemit’s broader community engagement strategy for 2026. Specifically, the company is actively building relationships with:
- Vietnamese, Filipino, Indian, and Chinese community organisations across Australia
- Cultural festival organisers and event sponsors in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, and Auckland
- University student associations serving international students from key remittance corridors
- Business chambers and trade associations focused on Asia-Pacific commerce
In essence, these community partnerships complement EzyRemit’s digital-first approach, ensuring that the company remains visible, accessible, and trusted across all the communities it serves.
About EzyRemit
About EzyRemit: EzyRemit is a digital remittance company headquartered in Sydney, Australia. Furthermore, it offers smart, reliable, and low-cost international money transfers for individuals and businesses worldwide. The platform is AUSTRAC-registered and supports transfers to over 150 countries, with specialised corridors to Vietnam, India, the Philippines, and other key markets.
Explore more at www.ezyremit.com
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