Pakistan's initiative to create a Bitcoin reserve signals a major policy shift towards embracing digital assets and enhancing its blockchain infrastructure.
At the Bitcoin 2025 conference, Bilal Bin Sakib, head of the Pakistan Crypto Council, announced plans for a national Bitcoin strategic reserve, emphasizing that the government will not sell these holdings. The initiative includes allocating 2,000 MW of surplus power for Bitcoin mining and AI operations, marking a significant shift from previous anti-crypto policies and aligning with global digital asset trends.