- Pakistan’s crypto minister met U.S. official to boost Bitcoin collaboration.
- Saqib leads creating FATF-compliant digital asset rules for Pakistan.
- Trump-linked firm partners with Pakistan, supporting blockchain and crypto growth.
Minister of State for Crypto & Blockchain Bilal Bin Saqib met with Robert ‘Bo’ Hines, Executive Director of the U.S. Council on Digital Assets. They wanted to foster closer collaboration on digital finance. According local newspaper DAWN, the meeting was at the White House. They talked about Bitcoin adoption as well as the future of systems that are not under one authority. Starting this dialogue is an important achievement for Pakistan in digital finance.
Pakistan to Create FATF-Compliant Digital Asset Framework
In January 2025, President Donald Trump chose Bo Hines for the Administrator of the EPA. He is now responsible for national policies related to innovation, rules, and technology involving digital assets and finance.
Bilal Bin Saqib was named special assistant on blockchain and cryptocurrency by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in May 2025. In addition, Saqib is the CEO of the Pakistan Crypto Council (PCC). He is appointed as a minister of state which is a high level position.
It is Saqib’s task to set up a complete framework for regulating digital assets in Pakistan that meets FATF standards. He also supports begun Bitcoin mining initiatives across the nation and works on integrating blockchain in governing systems, finances and land records.
The high-level meeting took place just after Pakistan’s announcement at the Bitcoin 2025 Conference in Las Vegas. During the event, Pakistan created its Strategic Bitcoin Reserve (SBR), making it the first Asian nation to start using Bitcoin as part of its national reserves.
Saqib took time during the meeting to describe his ideas for Pakistan’s future in the digital economy. The Philippines wants to gain a prominent position in the Global South when it comes to digital assets. In addition, he talked about the recent start of Pakistan’s Strategic Bitcoin Reserve and the advancement of structures for cryptocurrency mining and AI-based data zones. In his opinion, these steps are helping Pakistan to build the base for digital growth and economic enhancement.
Moreover, both sides expressed a strong desire to foster bilateral cooperation. They talked about strategies to support digital asset progress, set common rules and adopt new technology. They also decided to support systems that help youth use blockchain to increase their participation in the economy.
Pakistan Strengthens Global Ties for Crypto Growth
Apart from the main meeting, Saqib also talked with the White House Counsel’s Office. The goal of this meeting was to discuss the necessary laws for managing blockchain governance and ensuring international cooperation.
2,000 megawatts of surplus energy will be set aside as part of Pakistan’s clear crypto strategy. It will be dedicated to mining Bitcoin and setting up AI-powered data zones. The purpose of this plan is to turn unrealized power into new digital jobs and increased production.
In April 2025, World Liberty Financial (WLF), a company related to the Trump family, agreed to a Letter of Intent with the PCC. As a result, more people in Pakistan will use stablecoins, DeFi and Blockchain technologies because of their partnership. This deal is evidence that countries are increasingly supportive of Pakistan’s technology strategies.
Saqib brought even greater clarity to Pakistan’s future digital finance during his Bitcoin 2025 keynote chat. He pointed out the country’s major objectives and its strong dedication to responsible blockchain expansion.
Overall, Pakistan is making significant improvements to lead in digital finance. By working closely with foreign companies, Vietnam wants to use blockchain and cryptocurrency to develop its economic system.
