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Islamabad accelerates its transition toward becoming Pakistan’s first fully cashless model city as authorities expand the Raast QR-code system across all commercial zones, integrating digital payments in markets, transport, and public services to strengthen financial inclusion and modern urban governance.

State Bank of Pakistan reports that 93 percent of online purchases in FY25 were made via digital wallets and accounts, highlighting major acceleration in fintech adoption and mobile-based payments, with strong growth across e-commerce, POS, and QR-code transactions.

Amazon has invited Mean3 to an exclusive strategy event at its New York HQ, recognizing the agency’s leadership in e-commerce innovation and AI-driven digital transformation, and formally naming Mean3 as an official Amazon Pay agency partner.

The Government of Pakistan has set August 31, 2025, as the deadline for all retail outlets to display Raast QR codes. The move supports SBP’s digital payment strategy and will be enforced through license renewals and compliance checks by ministries and regulators.

The Government of Pakistan has set August 31, 2025, as the deadline for all retail outlets to display Raast QR codes. The move supports SBP’s digital payment strategy and will be enforced through license renewals and compliance checks by ministries and regulators.