ISLAMABAD: Pakistan moved closer to adopting digital assets as part of its economic strategy, with Finance Minister Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb chairing an important meeting to discuss the role of Bitcoin in the country’s financial future.
The meeting was also attended by Minister of State for Crypto and Blockchain Bilal Bin Saqib, and Michael Saylor, Executive Chairman of Strategy (formerly known as MicroStrategy), which is the world’s largest corporate holder of Bitcoin.
According to a press release from the Ministry of Finance, the meeting focused on how Bitcoin could be used to strengthen Pakistan’s sovereign reserves, build financial resilience, and promote long-term digital economic growth.
Senator Aurangzeb said Pakistan aims to lead the Global South in digital assets development, offering innovation, regulation, and inclusive economic growth.
Minister Bilal Bin Saqib said, “Pakistan has made a historic move to boost its digital economy.” He praised Michael Saylor’s achievements in turning a mid-sized software company into a $100+ billion enterprise through Bitcoin investment.
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“If individuals can do this in the U.S., Pakistan as a nation can do even more. We have the talent and energy to achieve it,” he added.
Michael Saylor appreciated Pakistan’s forward-looking vision and said he is ready to support the country in shaping its digital future.
“Pakistan has many brilliant minds and the clarity needed to succeed in the digital economy,” he said, calling Bitcoin the strongest asset for long-term financial stability. “Countries like Pakistan have a rare opportunity to jump into the future of finance.”
The meeting marks a key step in Pakistan’s efforts to create a digital assets policy, attract international investment, and establish itself as a Web3 and Bitcoin-ready emerging market.
