Officials during the event.
Doha, Qatar: QNB has successfully become the first Bank in GCC to enable Weixin e-Commerce acceptance, through a successful collaboration with Darwish Holding and NETSTARS.
This ground-breaking initiative enables QNB’s e-commerce merchants to offer Weixin Pay (Weixin known internationally as WeChat) as a payment option, catering to the growing number of Chinese tourists and residents. The service is now live on selected Darwish Holding’s retail online stores, including Fifty One East, Fnac, iSpace and Toysaloona in Qatar.
By integrating Weixin’s extensive e-commerce ecosystem into the GCC, this collaboration fosters greater financial inclusivity and drives digital innovation. Customers can now enjoy safe, seamless and secured transactions at local merchants, enhancing their overall shopping experience.
As a pioneer in e-commerce and digital payment innovation, QNB continues to play a central role in transforming Qatar’s financial and banking landscape.
As a digital banking leader, QNB has played a vital role in enabling the successful implementation of this solution by leveraging its robust acquiring infrastructure and advanced payment gateway systems. The Bank worked closely with Darwish Holding and NETSTARS to ensure full compliance with international security standards and seamless integration with local merchants.
Darwish Holding’s partnership with QNB and NETSTARS to introduce Weixin Pay to the e-commerce landscape in Qatar reflects its commitment to anticipating global consumer expectations and delivering a best-in-class retail experience. In support of the country’s ongoing efforts to attract tourists—especially from China—it is only natural that it adapts and offers familiar, seamless solutions tailored to the customers needs.
Darwish Holding and its subsidiaries have long championed retail innovation, and this collaboration further reinforces Qatar’s position as a modern, welcoming destination.
As for NETSTARS Co., Ltd., the introduction of Weixin Pay in Qatar’s e-commerce landscape, aligns with its mission to expand seamless, secure payment experiences globally.
This step comes to support the advancement of cashless solutions in Qatar and to help enhance everyday services for both residents and visitors. It is worth mentioning that through this strategic collaboration, Weixin Pay TENCENT will make it easier for Chinese tourists to access seamless, secure, and efficient payment solutions while enjoying their travels and shopping online in Qatar, further enhancing their overall experience and strengthening Weixin’s presence in the region.
QNB is committed to driving digital payment innovation and providing seamless payment solutions that enhance customer convenience. The introduction of Weixin Pay for e-commerce in Qatar is a testament to the Bank’s efforts in supporting the evolving needs of merchants and consumers while extending its leadership in the region’s financial sector.
