ISLAMABAD: In a groundbreaking development that sent ripples through the global blockchain community, Pakistan’s Minister for Crypto & Blockchain, Bilal Bin Saqib, made history at Bitcoin Vegas 2025 by announcing the country’s first-ever Strategic Bitcoin Reserve.
The announcement was delivered before a high-profile audience including U.S. Vice President JD Vance, Eric Trump, and Donald Trump Jr., and marks Pakistan’s official entry into the world of sovereign digital assets.
The powerful keynote highlighted not just a shift in economic policy but a complete transformation in how Pakistan is positioning itself on the international stage.
From a country historically associated with economic uncertainty, Pakistan is now being rebranded as a digital innovation hub led by a young, tech-savvy generation.
Indian have taken this move and their anger is visible in their tweets. They are taking it as a policy defeat in other words. They also want President Trump to follow their interests than USA’s own interests.
A Nation on the Blockchain
At just 34 years old, Bilal Bin Saqib is not just a minister — he’s a symbol of a changing Pakistan. With over 40 million crypto wallets and a median population age of 23, the country is emerging as a powerhouse in the Web3 ecosystem.
Bilal’s speech emphasized that this Bitcoin Reserve is not intended for short-term gain but as a long-term strategic asset — a digital declaration of sovereignty in an increasingly decentralized financial world.
In his address, Bilal also thanked former U.S. President Donald Trump for his diplomatic efforts in the recent India-Pakistan tensions and acknowledged his continued support for global crypto adoption.
Powering the Future with Energy and Regulation
One of the most ambitious elements of the announcement was Pakistan’s allocation of 2,000 megawatts of surplus electricity for Bitcoin mining and AI infrastructure in the first phase.
This move is expected to attract global miners, tech companies, and clean energy partners, further embedding Pakistan in the global digital economy.
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To manage and regulate this growing sector, Bilal introduced the formation of the Pakistan Digital Assets Authority (PDAA).
This regulatory body will create frameworks to support innovation, protect investors, and ensure responsible growth in the digital finance space.
Ending his speech with a global invitation, Bilal urged Web3 builders to look beyond stereotypes and discover Pakistan’s true potential. “If you’re building something real,” he said, “come build it in Pakistan. Build wallets for the unbanked. Tokenize land. Scale your mission with our youth and unstoppable grit.”
