Pakistan’s Minister of State for Crypto and Blockchain, Bilal Bin Saqib, recently visited the White House for high-level talks. He met with Robert ‘Bo’ Hines, Executive Director of President Trump’s Council on Digital Assets. Both sides discussed working together on digital asset policy, Bitcoin integration, and the future of decentralized finance. They also explored building stronger cooperation between Pakistan and the U.S. in financial technology.
During the meeting, they shared a strong interest in creating policies that support blockchain innovation. They talked about the need for regulatory clarity. They also discussed building systems that help youth and promote fair access to financial tools. Minister Bilal emphasized how blockchain can support economic growth in developing countries like Pakistan.
The meeting followed Pakistan’s major announcement of a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve at the Bitcoin 2025 Conference in Las Vegas. This move placed Pakistan among the first Asian countries to include Bitcoin in its national strategy. Minister Bilal said Pakistan aims to lead the Global South in digital assets. He also highlighted the country’s plan to develop AI data zones powered by clean energy.
Minister Bilal also met with the White House Counsel’s Office to discuss legal aspects of crypto innovation. Pakistan is setting aside 2,000 megawatts of energy to support Bitcoin mining and AI technology. This plan aims to turn extra energy into economic value, new jobs, and a stronger digital economy. It reflects Pakistan’s focus on tech-driven development.
As global rules around crypto change, Pakistan wants to take the lead. It is combining public policy, private innovation, and international teamwork. These steps show Pakistan’s growing role in shaping the global digital economy. The visit marks a key step in building global partnerships in crypto and financial technology.