- Michael Saylor met with Pakistan’s top finance officials to discuss adopting a Bitcoin treasury strategy to strengthen the country’s economy.
- Pakistan is advancing its digital economy with the Pakistan Crypto Council and Digital Assets Authority, focusing on Bitcoin mining.
Michael Saylor, a prominent voice in the global Bitcoin space, held a high-level meeting with Pakistan’s top finance officials. The conversation focused on how the country could use Bitcoin to strengthen its economy and prepare for the future of digital finance.
Pakistan Explores Bitcoin as Part of Economic Reform
It is worth noting that the meeting took place in Islamabad and included Finance Minister Mohammad Aurangzeb and State Minister for Blockchain and Crypto, Bilal bin Saqib.
Saylor’s pitch revolved around adopting a Bitcoin treasury strategy to cushion the country against economic instability. As revealed, Saylor explained how holding Bitcoin as a sovereign reserve could be a long-term hedge against inflation. He also pointed out how it could help Pakistan position itself as a modern economy.
He added that Bitcoin will protect Pakistan’s national wealth and strengthen the financial system. With global inflation and political instability still posing challenges, Pakistan’s leaders are open to innovative solutions.
Saylor described the meeting as timely, commending Pakistan’s willingness to embrace digital innovation in finance. He encouraged the country to use Bitcoin not only as an investment tool but also as a way to improve transparency and long-term financial planning.
Commenting on the development, Finance Minister Aurangzeb acknowledged the potential of Bitcoin and welcomed new ideas that can bring stability and global interest to Pakistan’s economy. According to the officials present, the aim is to learn from experts and build a system that allows for safe, transparent use of digital assets like Bitcoin.
It’s not the first time Saylor has pushed for such moves. In an earlier update, we covered that Michael Saylor pitched tech giants like Amazon and Microsoft to use Bitcoin to preserve cash reserves. The Strategy Chairman has been a major crusader for firms to embrace Bitcoin. As highlighted by CNF, he recently predicted that Bitcoin may break the $280 trillion market capitalization milestone, a milestone that informs his evangelism about the coin.
Previously, we reported that Strategy, led by Michael Saylor, now holds 580,250 Bitcoins, valued at approximately $60.37 billion. The company acquired its Bitcoin at an average price of $69,979 per coin. Strategy has maintained a strong bullish stance on Bitcoin, which explains its ongoing push for more institutions to adopt similar strategies.
Digital Asset Plans Gain Momentum in Pakistan
It is worth mentioning that Pakistan is not approaching digital currency in isolation. In March 2025, the country launched the Pakistan Crypto Council (PCC) to lead efforts in shaping crypto regulation and policy. The council, led by Bilal bin Saqib, is working to position Pakistan as one of the leading countries in the Web3 space.
In addition to the PCC, the Pakistan Digital Assets Authority (PDAA) has been formed to manage the digital finance ecosystem.
The PDAA is expected to oversee cryptocurrency use and cross-border trade through virtual tools and even support local Bitcoin mining using the country’s surplus electricity. These steps are part of a wider effort to integrate technology into the national economy and attract foreign interest.
If Pakistan adopts Saylor’s pitch, it will join countries like the United States, El Salvador, and Bhutan. As mentioned in our previous news brief, the US has established a government-owned Strategic Bitcoin Reserve under President Trump.
