Pakistan Sets Bitcoin and Crypto at Core of New National Financial System Plan

On December 12 2025, Pakistan's Minister of State for Crypto and Blockchain Bilal Bin Saqib reiterated that Bitcoin and digital assets should form the foundation of a new national financial system for the country's 240 million citizens. Speaking at the Bitcoin MENA Conference, he described digital assets and blockchain as critical infrastructure as Pakistan works to build a regulated crypto ecosystem, prepare a strategic Bitcoin reserve, and allocate 2,000 megawatts of power for mining and AI data centers. Under new federal rules, Pakistan is also inviting international firms to apply for licenses in its emerging digital asset framework, according to his remarks.