Due to regulatory requirements and consumer demand in Germany and France, MoneyGram opened company stores in both countries. Money transfer system MoneyGram International and the second largest bank in China - Bank of China, announced the start of service of MoneyGram at 200 offices Bank of China in Beijing. In due time MoneyGram separated from the Western Union and became an independent brand. In 2010, MoneyGram announced a donation of U.S. $ 200,000 from the International Red Cross to help the people of Pakistan in fighting with the effects of flooding. How quickly the money will reach the recipient? MoneyGram Money Order comes anywhere in the world in 10 minutes. Commission income on remittances and other revenues of MoneyGram in the 2nd quarter 2012 increased by 10% compared to the same period last year and 13% in the base currency.