As digital payment solutions continues to reshape customer expectations and the future of financial services, strong international partnerships remain key to driving innovation and delivering greater value to customers.

Reflecting this shared vision, LB Finance PLC recently welcomed Mr. Jian Jiangtao, Managing Director – Southeast Asia, UnionPay International, and Mr. Hu Binghan, Head of South Asia, UnionPay International, to the LB Finance Corporate Office on 21 August 2026, as part of an engagement focused on strengthening collaboration and exploring opportunities for continued partnership.

During the visit, the UnionPay International delegation met with Mr. Niroshan Udage, Managing Director of LB Finance PLC, and Mr. March Perera, Executive Director of LB Finance PLC, together with other senior representatives of the organisation. The discussions provided an opportunity to exchange insights on the evolving financial services landscape, emerging digital solutions and changing customer expectations, while exploring opportunities for further collaboration.

The engagement reflects the continued strengthening of the partnership between LB CIM and UnionPay International, with both organisations sharing a commitment to advancing digital financial experiences and creating greater convenience and value for customers.

As the flagship digital platform of LB Finance PLC, LB CIM continues to evolve beyond traditional digital banking by offering customers access to a comprehensive ecosystem of financial and lifestyle services through a single mobile application. Designed to simplify everyday financial management, the platform enables users to seamlessly perform transactions, manage finances, make payments, access value-added services and enjoy greater convenience through an integrated digital experience.

The partnership with UnionPay International forms an important part of LB CIM’s broader vision of enhancing digital payment capabilities and expanding access to secure, innovative and globally accepted payment solutions. By leveraging international collaborations and emerging technologies, LB CIM remains focused on delivering solutions that meet the evolving needs of today’s digitally connected customers.

As digital adoption continues to accelerate across Sri Lanka, strong partnerships between local financial institutions and global payment networks will play an increasingly important role in driving innovation, enhancing accessibility and supporting the growth of the country’s digital economy.

The visit concluded on a positive note, reinforcing the shared vision of LB Finance PLC and UnionPay International to contribute towards the continued evolution of digital financial services while creating more seamless, secure and convenient experiences for customers.