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managing director and CEO of City Bank PLC.

“We are proud to bring this innovative solution to our customers and enable a smarter, more convenient way to pay,” he said.

He said Bangladesh had now truly joined the ranks of countries capable of digital financial transactions.

“It’s time to take our cards out of wallets and switch to Google Pay. This service enables transactions not just within the country, but across the globe—opening new possibilities for Bangladeshis and boosting financial inclusion,” he added.

Syed Mohammad Kamal, country manager for Bangladesh at Mastercard, said, “This launch represents a significant step forward in Mastercard’s mission to accelerate the adoption of digital payments in Bangladesh.”

“By introducing Google Wallet in collaboration with City Bank, Mastercard is not only expanding access to cutting-edge payment technologies but also empowering consumers with greater convenience, security, and choice in how they transact,” he said.

Tracey Ann Jacobson, chargé d’affaires, ad interim, at the US Embassy in Dhaka, said it really was a wonderful collaboration.

Three iconic American brands—Google, Mastercard, Visa—and City Bank were working together to bring a state-of-the-art product to the Bangladeshi consumer and the Bangladesh business community, she said.

“And this is a sign of the growing sophistication and integration of Bangladesh into the global financial system that will pay benefits for years to come,” she added.

“I do hope that Apple Pay will take note of this and make their own decision that everybody would like to see them make,” said Jacobson.

Shammi Quddus, group product manager at Google Payments, and Sabbir Ahmed, country manager, Visa Bangladesh, were present.

Ahmed said, “We are excited to partner with Google and The City Bank PLC to bring Google Wallet to Visa cardholders in Bangladesh.”

“Today’s launch marks a significant step forward in our country’s digital payments evolution, offering consumers a faster, safer, and more convenient way to pay. At Visa, we are committed to driving innovation and expanding access to secure digital payment solutions, and this is yet another milestone in our ongoing efforts to make everyday transactions seamless and contactless,” he added.