The Pakistan government is exploring the options to establish a National Crypto Council.
Minister for Finance and Revenue, Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb on Tuesday emphasized the importance of a well-regulated digital asset framework, aligning Pakistan with international best practices and complying with Financial Action Task Force (FATF) guidelines.
While chairing a high-level meeting on digital assets, the minister highlighted the government’s commitment to exploring digital assets and integrating block-chain technology as part of its broader strategy to modernize the financial sector, said a news release.
The meeting was attended by foreign delegates, including President Trump’s Advisors for Digital Assets, Minister of State for IT & Telecom, Shaza Fatima Khawaja, Governor State Bank, Secretary Finance and Secretary IT & Telecom.
Participants discussed the global evolution of cryptocurrency, its increasing adoption, and the regulatory frameworks being implemented internationally, in line with U.S. government policies.
