The Pakistani government has officially unveiled the Pakistan Crypto Council (PCC) to manage and integrate blockchain technology and digital assets into the nation’s financial ecosystem, a Finance Division statement confirmed on Friday, March 14, 2025. Today Pakistan News reports on this landmark move as Pakistan positions itself at the forefront of the global digital finance revolution.
Following the recent appointment of Bilal bin Saqib as Chief Advisor to the Finance Minister, the PCC emerges as a government-backed body tasked with overseeing, promoting, and embedding cryptocurrency innovations into Pakistan’s economy. The Finance Division hailed the council’s formation as “a significant milestone” in adopting digital finance, aiming to make Pakistan a key contender in the blockchain arena.
Leading the council is Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb, supported by an immediate board featuring the Governor of the State Bank of Pakistan, the Chairman of the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP), the Federal Law Secretary, and the Federal IT Secretary. This diverse leadership ensures a holistic approach, balancing regulatory oversight, financial stability, legal compliance, and technological progress.
“The PCC will pave the way for a secure, innovative digital economy,” said a Finance Division spokesperson, echoing sentiments from Saqib’s vision of empowering Pakistan’s youth through blockchain. With over 20 million active crypto users nationwide, per recent estimates, this council addresses a pressing need for structured oversight. Today Pakistan News invites readers to share their views at todaypakinews@gmail.com as this digital shift unfolds.
