Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has appointed Bilal bin Saqib as his Special Assistant on Crypto and Blockchain, a newly created position at the federal level. The official notification from the Prime Minister’s Office on Monday confirmed that Bilal bin Saqib will hold the status of Minister of State while serving in this role.
Bilal bin Saqib is currently the Chief Executive Officer of the Pakistan Crypto Council, an organization dedicated to promoting cryptocurrency and blockchain technology within Pakistan. His appointment highlights the government’s increasing focus on the growing crypto sector.
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This is the first time that Pakistan has established a dedicated federal role specifically for overseeing crypto and blockchain affairs. Bilal bin Saqib has been a vocal advocate for the adoption of blockchain technology in governance and finance, emphasizing the need for clear regulatory frameworks.
His efforts aim to enhance consumer protection and build investor confidence in the emerging crypto market, signaling a more structured approach to digital assets in the country. The move is seen as a step toward modernizing Pakistan’s financial and technological landscape.
