Pakistan has announced the creation of a Bitcoin reserve, highlighting its commitment to crypto adoption and digital finance.
National Rebranding Strategy
At the Bitcoin 2025 event, Bilal Bin Saqib framed Pakistan's decision as a national rebranding strategy. The reserve will be formed from previously earned, U.S. Treasury-controlled Bitcoin, aligning governance and innovation in crypto assets.
> "This marks more than a policy shift; it is a national rebranding," said Bilal Bin Saqib, Special Assistant to the Prime Minister & CEO, Pakistan Crypto Council.
Growth Potential for the Economy
Experts see potential growth in Pakistan's digital economy, leveraging its large freelancer community. Bilal Bin Saqib’s leadership suggests further integration of blockchain technologies as infrastructure and regulation advance. This shift marks an important step in regional crypto policy development and reflects changing global attitudes toward digital currencies.
Alignment with International Standards
The strategy to hold Bitcoin is part of ongoing financial reform, setting standards consistent with international AML/CTF frameworks. Saqib’s stance was announced aiming for broader crypto adoption within a regulatory framework.
The announcement of the Bitcoin reserve in Pakistan underscores the country's aspiration to integrate into international financial systems and opens new opportunities for the digital economy.
