Pakistan is stepping into the crypto spotlight with a bold move — the creation of a government-led Strategic Bitcoin Reserve (SBR). This makes it one of the first countries in South Asia to formally integrate Bitcoin into its national economic framework.
The announcement was made at the Bitcoin Conference 2025 in Las Vegas by Bilal Bin Saqib, CEO of the Pakistan Crypto Council. Inspired by the United States’ similar initiative launched by former President Donald Trump in March, Pakistan aims to follow a long-term holding strategy rather than market speculation.
Long-Term Vision: Hold, Don’t Sell
“We will be holding these Bitcoins, and we will never ever sell them,” Saqib stated. He made it clear that the reserve will serve economic resilience and strategic planning, not hype.
While the exact amount of Bitcoin to be purchased and the start date of accumulation remain unclear, this policy signals Pakistan’s commitment to crypto adoption and economic modernization.
Powering Bitcoin Mining with Clean Energy
The announcement follows another major development — Pakistan has dedicated 2,000 megawatts of electricity to support Bitcoin mining. This not only strengthens the infrastructure for digital asset growth but also aims to attract foreign investment and boost employment.
Crypto-Friendly Reforms Already Underway
This move is part of a broader national crypto strategy:
- In early 2025, the government launched the Pakistan Crypto Council to support blockchain development.
- Changpeng Zhao (CZ), former Binance CEO, joined the council as a strategic advisor.
- A partnership was formed with Trump-backed World Liberty Financial (WLFI) to promote stablecoin and DeFi innovation.
- The Pakistan Digital Assets Authority (PDAA) was also introduced in May 2025 to regulate exchanges, wallets, custodians, and tokenized platforms.
Global Bitcoin Reserve Trend
Pakistan isn’t alone. Other countries such as Ukraine, Japan, Czech Republic, and Russia are reportedly planning or exploring similar national Bitcoin reserves.
This reflects a growing trend where governments are recognizing Bitcoin’s potential as a sovereign financial asset — not just a speculative instrument.
