Pakistan Strengthens Crypto Ties with US After Key Meeting at White House

In a major step toward digital progress, Pakistan’s Minister of State for Crypto and Blockchain, Bilal bin Saqib, met Robert Bo Hines at the White House. Hines is the Executive Director of the White House Council on Digital Assets and an advisor to former U.S. President Donald Trump.

The meeting focused on future cooperation between Pakistan and the United States in the field of blockchain, Bitcoin, and digital assets. The leaders also discussed building a decentralized finance system that benefits both nations.

This visit came soon after Pakistan joined the Bitcoin 2025 Conference in Las Vegas. At the event, Pakistan announced a big decision — the creation of its own Strategic Bitcoin Reserve (SBR). This move puts Pakistan among the few countries using Bitcoin as part of a national financial plan. It is the first South Asian country to take this step.

Robert Bo Hines has been leading the U.S. digital finance efforts since January 2025, under President Trump’s new tech and finance agenda. Along with David Sacks, Chairman of the Council, Hines is helping the U.S. stay ahead in global blockchain leadership.

At the White House meeting, Bilal bin Saqib said Pakistan wants to lead the Global South in digital finance. He explained how the country is working on blockchain, Bitcoin reserves, and advanced data centers powered by artificial intelligence.

“We are not just testing new technology — we are making serious investments in our digital future,” said Saqib.

He also revealed that Pakistan is now using 2,000 megawatts of surplus electricity to power crypto mining and AI-based data processing. This plan will help grow the economy by turning unused energy into profit.

The meeting also covered possible legal cooperation between the two countries. Saqib spoke with the White House Office of Legal Counsel to discuss global rules for DeFi (Decentralized Finance) and token-based governance systems.

Both sides agreed to work together on:

• Making similar crypto laws

• Supporting investment across borders

• Building tech skills among young people

• Promoting financial inclusion using blockchain

This meeting is seen as a turning point in Pakistan’s tech and foreign policy. Experts say the country is no longer watching from the sidelines. Instead, it is stepping up to become a serious player in the global crypto economy.