Abhi Microfinance Bank, Ltd. and 1LINK have officially joined forces to roll out 1GO Raast P2M services, representing a major step toward strengthening Pakistan’s digital payment ecosystem. The partnership was formalized in a signing ceremony attended by Mr. Kabeer Naqvi, Entrepreneur in Residence at Abhi Fintech, Mr. Najeeb Agrawalla, CEO of 1LINK, and Ms. Mariam Pervaiz, Chief Commercial Officer at Abhi MFB, alongside senior representatives from both organizations.
Through this collaboration, Abhi MFB will leverage 1LINK’s 1GO Raast P2M static QR solution to empower merchants with fast and secure payment acceptance capabilities. This initiative is expected to facilitate seamless transactions across multiple merchant touchpoints, enabling businesses of all sizes to adopt digital payment channels with minimal friction.
The 1GO Raast P2M solution is designed to simplify the payment process by allowing consumers to complete transactions instantly through static QR codes. By integrating this technology into Abhi MFB’s merchant network, the bank aims to contribute significantly to Pakistan’s transition toward a cashless economy while promoting financial inclusion for merchants and consumers alike.
Commenting on the partnership, Mr. Kabeer Naqvi highlighted that the collaboration reflects Abhi MFB’s commitment to adopting innovative fintech solutions that drive efficiency and convenience for merchants. Mr. Najeeb Agrawalla emphasized that 1LINK’s 1GO Raast platform provides a secure, scalable, and interoperable infrastructure for digital payments, supporting the government’s broader vision of a cashless economy.
With the launch of 1GO Raast P2M services, merchants across Pakistan will benefit from faster payment settlements, simplified reconciliation, and reduced dependency on cash-based transactions. This step aligns with ongoing efforts by financial institutions and fintech providers to modernize payment systems and enhance digital financial adoption nationwide.
The partnership between Abhi Microfinance Bank and 1LINK demonstrates the growing role of fintech collaborations in expanding Pakistan’s digital payment infrastructure. By providing merchants with accessible and reliable payment solutions, this initiative is poised to accelerate the adoption of cashless transactions, strengthen the country’s digital economy, and support inclusive financial growth.
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