Pakistan is making serious moves in the world of digital assets, and it just secured a powerful ally: Michael Saylor, executive chairman of Strategy (formerly MicroStrategy) and one of the world’s biggest Bitcoin advocates. In a recent visit, Saylor met with top Pakistani officials to discuss how the country can embrace crypto, especially Bitcoin, at a national level.
Here’s a breakdown of what happened, what it means for Pakistan, and why it could be a turning point for the country’s digital future.
Michael Saylor Meets Pakistani Officials
Michael Saylor, who famously turned MicroStrategy into a Bitcoin-buying powerhouse, met with Pakistan’s Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb and State Minister for Blockchain and Crypto Bilal Bin Saqib. The meeting, held on Sunday, focused on how Pakistan can develop strong crypto policies, introduce a Bitcoin reserve, and attract global investment into its growing digital economy.
Saylor, speaking in a video shared by Pakistan’s Finance Ministry, praised the country’s potential, saying:
“Pakistan has many brilliant people, and a lot of people do business with you. The world is looking for leaders – and if you show intellectual leadership, the capital will follow.”
He offered to serve as an adviser to Pakistan on its crypto journey, a move welcomed by the ministers.
Strategy’s Bitcoin Bet Inspires Pakistan
Michael Saylor’s company, Strategy, holds the largest Bitcoin reserves among public companies 582,000 BTC, worth over $61 billion at current prices. The company has raised billions through selling debt and shares to fund its Bitcoin purchases, and its stock price has jumped over 3,000% since mid-2020.
For Pakistan, this success story is a real-world example of how a bold crypto strategy can attract global attention and investment. Bilal Bin Saqib, who is leading the country’s crypto vision, said:
“If private individuals can build that in the US, why can’t Pakistan, as a nation, do the same? We have the talent, the story, and the energy.”
Pakistan’s Crypto Vision: Becoming a Global South Leader
Pakistan has been slowly shifting towards a pro-crypto stance over the past few months. In May 2025, the government set up a dedicated crypto authority, and earlier this month, it fast-tracked a draft legal framework for regulating digital assets, thanks to work from the newly formed Pakistan Crypto Council.
This council was formed in March 2025, and Bilal Bin Saqib also serves as its CEO. He is working to position Pakistan as an emerging market ready for Web3 innovation and Bitcoin adoption.
Finance Minister Aurangzeb made it clear that Pakistan wants to lead the Global South, a group of developing nations in adopting and shaping the digital asset space.
“Pakistan aspires to lead the Global South in the development and adoption of digital assets,” he said.
This vision aligns with Michael Saylor’s belief that once markets trust a country’s leadership, money and innovation naturally flow in.
Crypto Council, Trump Links, and Fast-Tracked Laws
Another interesting angle to this story is the Pakistan Crypto Council’s connections. The council’s CEO, Saqib, is also an adviser to World Liberty Financial, a crypto platform linked to Donald Trump and his family. This highlights a growing global web of partnerships where digital assets, politics, and international policy are becoming deeply intertwined.
On June 6, the Council presented its first draft of crypto regulations, which was well-received by the Finance Ministry. The approval process for these laws is now on the fast track, signalling the government’s urgency to establish Pakistan as a regulated, crypto-friendly economy.
A Turning Point for Pakistan?
With Michael Saylor now in the mix as an advisor and global crypto voice, Pakistan’s digital journey could accelerate. The country is not just aiming to adopt crypto, it wants to be seen as a pioneer and a leader in the developing world.
If Pakistan manages to combine clear regulation, strong leadership, and public-private collaboration, it could attract billions in crypto capital, create jobs, and inspire a new generation of tech-savvy entrepreneurs.
As Michael Saylor put it:
“You have the most important thing commitment, will, and clarity. I look forward to working with you.”
In the fast-moving world of crypto, those three things might be all that’s needed to turn a bold vision into a global success.
