AirAsia to take over Gojek's business in Thailand

Malaysia carrier furthers its "superapp" ambitions via deal with Indonesia unicorn

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AirAsia is looking to grow in Thailand's food delivery market as Gojek shifts its focus to Vietnam and Singapore. (Source photos by AFP/Jiji and Getty Images) 

P PREM KUMAR and SHOTARO TANI, Nikkei staff writers

KUALA LUMPUR/JAKARTA -- AirAsia is to acquire Indonesian unicorn Gojek's business in Thailand as the low-cost Malaysia airline steps up its digital ambitions.

Confirming an earlier report by Nikkei Asia, Gojek and AirAsia announced an all-share deal on Wednesday that will see the Indonesian tech group take a 4.76% stake in AirAsia's own "superapp" business, in newly issued shares, in exchange for its Thai business.

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