PLDT Global Corp., the international arm of PLDT Inc., said it signed a strategic partnership with stc Pay Bahrain, a leading mobile wallet in the Middle East, to improve digital financial services for Filipinos in Bahrain.
“This collaboration with stc Pay adds to our portfolio of services for Filipinos in the Middle East, promoting convenience and enhancing their overall experience. We are committed to providing reliable and innovative solutions that empower our customers and their families,” said PLDT Global president and chief executive Albert Villa-Real.
Under the agreement, stc Pay Bahrain will onboard PLDT Global’s digital vouchers, electronic gifts, bills payment services and subscription PINs directly from Vortex, PLDT Global’s robust, secure and integration-ready digital distribution platform, ensuring seamless transactions for users.
Customers will also be able to top up their mobile credits, pay postpaid bills, settle Philippine utility bills, and access government and insurance services, all through the stc Pay Bahrain app.
“Our partnership with PLDT Global strengthens our commitment to delivering superior customer experiences. By integrating their services, we are expanding our international presence and offering our growing subscriber base a wider range of digital payment solutions, contributing to our growth and success,” said Khalid Alosaimi, chairman of stc Pay BH.
This collaboration marks a significant expansion of PLDT Global’s digital reach in the Middle East, particularly in Bahrain, where a substantial Filipino community resides.
It also strengthens the existing relationship between PLDT Global and stc Group, leveraging artificial intelligence and digital technologies to enhance connectivity and financial transactions.
PLDT Global earlier announced significant partnerships with stc Group for international voice calls and stc Bank for secure payments in the region.