Strategy founder supports Pakistan’s digital asset ambitions
Michael Saylor, executive chairman of Strategy (formerly MicroStrategy), has expressed strong support for Pakistan’s national crypto strategy, signaling interest in advising the government on Bitcoin adoption and blockchain policy.
In a high-profile meeting on Sunday, Saylor met with Pakistan’s Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb and the country’s blockchain minister Bilal Bin Saqib to discuss the role of Bitcoin in national reserves, crypto regulation, and how Pakistan can lead the Global South in Web3 innovation.
Saylor praises Pakistan’s crypto leadership potential
In a video shared by Pakistan’s Ministry of Finance, Saylor said, “Pakistan has many brilliant people and a lot of people do business with you.” He added that with clarity and commitment, “capital and capability will flow to Pakistan.”
Saylor noted that the market had trusted his firm with billions of dollars because of strong leadership and clear vision. “If the world trusts you, they will back your crypto vision — and I think they’ll do it for Pakistan.”
Bitcoin advocate sees Pakistan as next crypto leader
Saylor, whose company holds over 582,000 BTC worth more than $61 billion, has long been a vocal advocate for Bitcoin. Strategy has raised billions through debt and equity to buy BTC, with its share price soaring over 3,000% since mid-2020.
He told the ministers that Pakistan could leverage the same intellectual and financial momentum: “You have the most important thing — commitment, will, and clarity. I look forward to working with you.”
Pakistan aims to lead the Global South in crypto innovation
Pakistan is positioning itself as a crypto-friendly emerging market. Just last month, it launched a national crypto authority to regulate digital assets. The country also plans to create a Bitcoin reserve, according to Minister Saqib.
Saqib’s office described the meeting with Saylor as a “milestone” in developing a strong digital assets framework and showcasing Pakistan as a Web3-ready nation.
Finance Minister Aurangzeb reaffirmed the country’s ambitions, saying, “Pakistan aspires to lead the Global South in the development and adoption of digital assets.”
Pakistan Crypto Council advances regulation
On June 6, the Pakistan Crypto Council, a government-backed body led by Saqib, submitted a draft legal framework for crypto. The Finance Ministry agreed to fast-track the approval process, signaling the government’s urgency in establishing regulatory clarity.
Saqib, also an adviser to the Trump-linked crypto platform World Liberty Financial, believes Pakistan can take inspiration from Strategy’s transformation into a Bitcoin powerhouse. “If private individuals can build that in the US, why can’t Pakistan do the same?” he asked. “We have the talent, the story, and the energy.”
