In a historic move signaling Pakistan’s entry into the digital financial future, Bilal Bin Saqib, Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Blockchain and Crypto, announced the establishment of the country’s first government-backed Bitcoin Strategic Reserve. The announcement was made during a keynote address at the prestigious Bitcoin Vegas 2025 Conference, attended by global dignitaries including U.S. Vice President JD Vance, Eric Trump, and Donald Trump Jr.
According to an official statement from the Office of the Special Assistant, Bilal Bin Saqib declared that Pakistan is no longer just a country it is now a digital movement powered by its youth. “Pakistan is ready, eager, and stepping into the future,” he stated.
He emphasized that the announcement was not merely a policy declaration but a redefinition of Pakistan’s national identity. “We are moving beyond the past toward a future driven by digital innovation, shaped by resilience, and led by a tech savvy new generation,” he said.
Speaking to the international audience, Bin Saqib added, “I’m not just here as a minister. I am the voice of a generation a generation that’s online, on-chain, and unstoppable.”
He revealed that a national Bitcoin wallet has already been established, containing digital assets now under the state’s custody. He made it clear that these assets are not for sale nor meant for speculative trading. Instead, they will remain part of a sovereign reserve, symbolizing Pakistan’s long-term commitment to stable, future focused financial strategies.
The initiative represents a landmark shift in the nation’s economic strategy and positions Pakistan as a forward-thinking participant in the global digital economy.
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