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Press release

May 15, 2026 | Beijing

 

Mastercard and JD.com announce strategic partnership to support business growth through payments innovation


    

The initial focus is on expanding payment infrastructure to support international business and enhance inbound visitor experience in China, plus collaboration on applying AI and advanced technologies to commerce and fraud prevention tools.


Mastercard, a world leading technology company in payment, and JD.com, a Nasdaq-listed technology and service company with supply chain at its core, today announced a strategic partnership to deliver innovations that build a more connected, secure and intelligent commerce ecosystem.

“This is the natural next phase in our long-standing relationship with JD.com,” said Michael Miebach, CEO, Mastercard. “Our shared creativity, deep experience and cutting-edge technology will provide people and businesses with the seamless and secure solutions they’re looking for, all while making everyday activities easier and more rewarding. Mastercard will continue to be a bridge between China and the world.”

“Global commerce is becoming increasingly connected and technology-driven,” said Sandy Xu, CEO of JD.com. “Our new partnership with Mastercard will support the development of JD.com's international business and strengthen our ability to serve consumers and businesses worldwide. By combining JD.com’s capabilities in digital retail, logistics and supply chain infrastructure with Mastercard’s payment expertise, we will jointly explore next-generation AI-powered commerce and payment experiences powered by advanced technologies, helping shape the future of digital commerce."

 

Constructing global payments infrastructure and enable SMB growth

JD.com and Mastercard will work together to further integrate and enhance global payment connectivity by developing a payment infrastructure to support JD.com’s international business development and enable broader use cases in global commerce.

In addition, both parties will jointly explore a cross-border supply chain finance ecosystem designed to support global small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), improving access to financing and enabling more efficient participation in international trade.

 

Enhancing cross border consumption experience

JD.com and Mastercard will deepen collaboration to expand the payment choices for international travelers in China. This includes supporting the broader acceptance of international cards and delivering an enhanced checkout, shopping, and tax-refund experiences for overseas visitors across JD.com's e-commerce platforms and retail channels.

The two companies will also explore opportunities to support agentic AI-powered purchasing solutions for consumers and businesses through Mastercard Agent Pay, while also expanding co‑branded card initiatives.

 

Strengthening a resilient and secure commerce ecosystem

JD.com and Mastercard will deepen cooperation in risk management, identity authentication, and intelligent anti-fraud solutions. Through enhanced real-time risk monitoring and fraud prevention capabilities, the partnership aims to elevate transaction security and strengthen the stability and resilience of digital commerce.

 


About JD.com

JD.com, Inc. (Nasdaq: JD and HKEX: 9618), also known as JINGDONG, is a leading supply chain-based technology and service provider. The company’s cutting-edge retail infrastructure seeks to enable consumers to buy whatever they want, whenever and wherever they want it. The company has opened its technology and infrastructure to partners, brands and other sectors, as part of its Retail as a Service offering to help drive productivity and innovation across a range of industries. JD.com’s business has expanded across retail, technology, logistics, health, industrials, property development and international business.

JD.com is ranked 44th on the Fortune Global 500 list and is China’s largest retailer by revenue. The company has been listed on Nasdaq since 2014, and on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange since 2020. Committed to the principles of customer first, innovation, dedication, ownership, gratitude, and integrity, the company’s mission is to make lives better through technology, striving to be the most trusted company in the world.

About Mastercard

Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers, we’re building a resilient economy where everyone can prosper. We support a wide range of digital payments choices, making transactions secure, simple, smart and accessible. Our technology and innovation, partnerships and networks combine to deliver a unique set of products and services that help people, businesses and governments realize their greatest potential.

www.mastercard.com