Islamabad — In a groundbreaking development for the country’s digital finance landscape, Changpeng Zhao (CZ), the visionary founder of Binance and a global leader in the Web3 revolution, has been officially appointed as Strategic Advisor to the Pakistan Crypto Council (PCC).
The announcement was made during a high-level meeting on Monday, where CZ met with senior members of the Pakistan Crypto Council, including its Chairman, Federal Finance Minister Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb. The event brought together key government stakeholders, including the Chairman of the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP), the Governor of the State Bank of Pakistan, and Federal Secretaries from the Ministries of Law and IT.
In addition to attending the council meeting, CZ held separate discussions with the Prime Minister and Deputy Prime Minister of Pakistan, highlighting the strategic importance of the partnership.
“This is a landmark moment for Pakistan,” said Senator Aurangzeb. “We are signaling to the world that Pakistan is open to innovation. With CZ’s expertise, we aim to position Pakistan as a regional hub for Web3, digital finance, and blockchain-based economic transformation.”
Bilal Bin Saqib, CEO of the Pakistan Crypto Council, echoed this sentiment, stating, “Crypto is the future, and Pakistan is ready to lead. With CZ as our Strategic Advisor, we’re setting the stage for responsible regulation, rapid innovation, and widespread adoption.”
CZ, whose Binance platform became the world’s largest crypto exchange, expressed optimism about the country’s potential. “Pakistan has a young, tech-savvy population and untapped opportunities. I’m honored to help shape its crypto future,” he said.
As Strategic Advisor, CZ will work closely with public and private stakeholders to develop regulatory frameworks, foster education, and build infrastructure to support a thriving crypto ecosystem in Pakistan.
The Pakistan Crypto Council, established under the Finance Division, is leading this bold step toward digital transformation. CZ’s appointment marks a pivotal chapter in Pakistan’s journey to becoming a global leader in crypto innovation.