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Pakistan is taking significant steps toward embracing digital innovation, with a strong focus on Bitcoin mining infrastructure and dedicated AI zones. This was shared by Bilal Bin Saqib MBE, Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Blockchain and Cryptocurrency, during a meeting with Robert ‘Bo’ Hines, cryptocurrency advisor to U.S. President Donald Trump, on the sidelines of the Bitcoin 2025 conference in Las Vegas.
Saqib briefed Bo Hines on Pakistan’s ongoing initiatives to promote cryptocurrency and digital assets. He emphasized the potential for bilateral cooperation between Pakistan and the U.S. in shaping the future of digital finance.
At the same conference, Saqib announced that Pakistan aims to become the first Asian country to establish a government-backed Strategic Bitcoin Reserve, following the model set by recent U.S. policies. He also discussed plans for a modern, FATF-compliant regulatory framework that could position Pakistan as a regional leader in crypto and blockchain technology.
The Strategic Bitcoin Reserve, to be stored in a national Bitcoin wallet, will serve as a long-term sovereign asset. Saqib clarified that these reserves are not intended for market speculation, reinforcing the government’s commitment to responsible and stable digital asset management.
