barq has announced a strategic partnership with Western Union, a global leader in international money transfers. This collaboration aims to redefine remittance services in the Kingdom, enabling millions of users to send and receive money through the barq app with unmatched ease and security.
By combining Western Union's extensive global payment network with barq's advanced financial technology, users can now enjoy immediate access to international money transfer services directly within the barq app. This partnership aligns seamlessly with the goals of Saudi Vision 2030, which focuses on accelerating digital transformation and fostering financial inclusion across the Kingdom.
Through this integration, barq users will benefit from enhanced convenience, faster transactions, and the ability to send money globally with a trusted, world-class partner. The partnership ensures secure international transfers at competitive rates while significantly reducing the time and effort required, thanks to Western Union's network spanning over 200 countries.
Faisal Al-Khamisi, chairman of barq, stated: "This partnership represents a new strategic step that positions barq at the forefront of financial innovation. It aligns with the Kingdom's Vision 2030, which aims to accelerate digital transformation and promote financial inclusion. At barq, we believe that providing advanced financial solutions is not limited to offering payment services alone but extends to transforming the user experience. This is what we are achieving today through this integration, which provides easy, fast, and secure international remittance services to millions of users, strengthening barq's position as one of the most important players in the digital financial sector."
This partnership underscores barq's commitment to financial empowerment and innovation, solidifying its position as a leading digital financial services company in Saudi Arabia.
Notably, barq is the fastest-growing digital wallet in the Kingdom, boasting over three million satisfied users in record time since its launch. It continues to enhance user experiences and deliver world-class financial services through groundbreaking partnerships and alliances.
