Karachi – In a significant move to enhance digital payment services in Pakistan, 1LINK has onboarded the National Bank of Pakistan (NBP) as a Reverse Bill Aggregator on its flagship 1BILL platform. The partnership is set to streamline bill collection processes and expand the reach of digital payment solutions across the country.
The signing ceremony, held at [insert location], was attended by prominent industry leaders, including Mr. Rehmat Hasnie, President & CEO of NBP, Mr. Muneer Kamal, CEO of Pakistan Banks’ Association (PBA), and Mr. Najeeb Agrawalla, CEO of 1LINK, along with their respective teams.
Through this collaboration, NBP will contribute its extensive portfolio of billers to the 1BILL network, facilitating seamless and efficient bill collection services for millions of users. This strategic initiative underscores NBP’s commitment to driving financial inclusion and supporting Pakistan’s digital transformation agenda.
Speaking at the ceremony, Mr. Rehmat Hasnie emphasized the importance of innovation in payment systems, stating, “Partnering with 1LINK aligns with our mission to leverage technology for providing accessible and convenient financial services to our customers. By integrating with the 1BILL platform, we aim to revolutionize bill payments in Pakistan.”
Mr. Najeeb Agrawalla expressed his enthusiasm about the collaboration, highlighting its potential to strengthen Pakistan’s payment ecosystem. “This partnership marks a major milestone in our journey to create a unified and efficient bill payment infrastructure. Together with NBP, we are bringing greater convenience and accessibility to customers nationwide,” he said.
The inclusion of NBP’s billers on the 1BILL platform is expected to benefit a wide range of stakeholders, including banks, fintechs, and end-users, by enabling real-time and hassle-free payment options.
This partnership reflects the shared vision of both organizations to accelerate digital adoption and foster a cashless economy in Pakistan.