WASHINGTON, October 26,2024: Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue, Mr. Muhammad Aurangzeb, met with Mr. Andrew Torre, Regional President for VISA, to discuss advancements in Pakistan’s payments ecosystem.
The Minister commended VISA for its commitment to modernizing payment solutions in the country and for supporting local players like 1Link.
Mr. Aurangzeb highlighted VISA’s initiatives aimed at promoting financial inclusion and supporting entrepreneurs in Pakistan.
He specifically expressed satisfaction with the recent launch of the Financial Inclusion Card in partnership with Meezan Bank.
Both leaders underscored the importance of providing clients with diverse routing options and ensuring a level playing field for domestic transaction processing, paving the way for a more inclusive financial environment.