In a landmark development for Pakistan’s digital economy, Changpeng Zhao (CZ), founder of Binance and a globally recognized leader in the Web3 and crypto industry, has been officially appointed as Strategic Advisor to the Pakistan Crypto Council (PCC).
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The announcement was made following CZ’s high-profile visit to Pakistan, where he met with the leadership of the Pakistan Crypto Council and key government officials. The meeting was chaired by Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue and Chairman of the PCC, and was attended by senior 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 Law and IT divisions.
During his visit, CZ also held separate meetings with the Prime Minister and Deputy Prime Minister of Pakistan, underscoring the strategic importance of Pakistan’s pivot towards digital finance and blockchain-driven growth.
“This is a landmark moment for Pakistan,” said Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, Minister for Finance and Chairman of the PCC. “We are sending a clear message to the world: Pakistan is open for innovation. With CZ onboard, we are accelerating our vision to make Pakistan a regional powerhouse for Web3, digital finance, and blockchain-driven growth.”
Bilal Bin Saqib, CEO of the Pakistan Crypto Council, said CZ’s appointment marks a new chapter for the country’s digital future. “Pakistan is opening its doors to the future of finance. And who better to guide us on this journey than CZ — a pioneer who built the world’s largest crypto exchange and changed the way billions think about financial freedom.”
As Strategic Advisor to the PCC, CZ will provide guidance on policy, regulation, infrastructure development, and adoption strategies. His role will include working closely with both the government of Pakistan and private sector stakeholders to build a compliant, inclusive, and globally competitive crypto ecosystem.
“Pakistan is a country of 240 million people, over 60% of whom are under the age of 30. The potential here is limitless,” said CZ during the announcement.
The Pakistan Crypto Council, established under Pakistan’s Finance Division, is leading the country’s digital transformation efforts. CZ’s appointment signals Pakistan’s ambition to join the ranks of progressive, Web3-friendly nations such as Singapore, Dubai, and Switzerland — positioning itself as a rising regional hub for digital assets, blockchain innovation, and financial technology.
