TLDR
- Michael Saylor met with Pakistan’s Finance Minister and State Minister for Blockchain to discuss Bitcoin adoption and crypto policies
- Saylor welcomed the opportunity to advise Pakistan on its crypto transformation efforts
- Pakistan aims to lead the Global South in digital asset development and adoption
- The country established the Pakistan Crypto Council in March to regulate blockchain technology
- Saylor praised Pakistan’s forward-looking approach and said markets will support countries with clear crypto leadership
Strategy executive chair Michael Saylor has agreed to help Pakistan develop its cryptocurrency policies after meeting with government officials on Sunday. The meeting marks another step in Pakistan’s push to become a leader in digital assets.
Saylor met with Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb and State Minister for Blockchain and Crypto Bilal Bin Saqib. They discussed how Bitcoin can function as a state reserve asset and the country’s planned crypto regulations.
Bitcoin pioneer Michael Saylor met with Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb & Minister of State for Crypto Bilal Bin Saqib to discuss using #Bitcoin for national reserves & digital transformation.
Saylor praised Pakistan’s bold vision:
“Emerging markets like Pakistan have a… pic.twitter.com/wMrKWrX9Wn— Hamid Raza Wattoo (@hamidwattoo) June 15, 2025
The Strategy chair praised Pakistan’s approach to cryptocurrency adoption. He said the country has many brilliant people and businesses trust working with Pakistan.
Saylor used his own company as an example of successful Bitcoin strategy. Strategy holds 582,000 Bitcoin worth over $61 billion, making it the largest corporate Bitcoin holder.
The company has sold billions in debt and shares to fund Bitcoin purchases. Its stock price has risen over 3,000% since first buying Bitcoin in mid-2020.
Market Support for Crypto Leadership
Saylor told the Pakistani officials that markets gave his company billions because they trust leadership. He said intellectual leadership is the most important factor for success.
“If the world trusts you and they hear your words, the capital and capability will flow to Pakistan,” Saylor said. He added that markets support leaders in specific areas by sending money to them.
The Strategy chair said Pakistan has commitment, will, and clarity. These are the key ingredients for attracting global investment and support.
Pakistan’s Crypto Ambitions
Pakistan wants to lead the Global South in digital asset development. The Global South refers to nations with lower economic development levels.
Finance Minister Aurangzeb said Pakistan aspires to set benchmarks for innovation and regulation. The country wants to create inclusive growth in the digital economy.
State Minister Saqib pointed to Saylor’s success transforming Strategy into a $100 billion company. He asked why Pakistan cannot do the same as a nation.
“We have the talent, the story, and the energy,” Saqib said. He called Saylor’s work transformative for Bitcoin adoption.
The government created the Pakistan Crypto Council in March. The council will regulate and integrate blockchain technology into the country’s financial system.
Saqib serves as CEO of the crypto council. He is also an adviser to World Liberty Financial, a crypto platform linked to US President Donald Trump.
The Pakistan Crypto Council presented a draft legal framework on June 6. The Finance Ministry agreed to fast-track the approval process for crypto regulations
