In a significant move towards digital innovation, Pakistan has announced the establishment of its first government-backed Strategic Bitcoin Reserve. This initiative is complemented by the allocation of 2,000 megawatts (MW) of surplus electricity to support Bitcoin mining and artificial intelligence (AI) data centers, marking a transformative step in the nation’s economic strategy.
The announcement was made by Bilal Bin Saqib, Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Blockchain and Cryptocurrency and CEO of the Pakistan Crypto Council (PCC), during the Bitcoin 2025 conference in Las Vegas. Addressing an international audience, including U.S. Vice President JD Vance and members of the Trump family, Saqib emphasized that the Bitcoin reserve, held in a national digital wallet, is intended as a sovereign asset for long-term economic stability rather than for speculation or sale. Profit by Pakistan Today
The 2,000 MW of electricity allocated for this initiative will primarily come from underutilized coal-based power plants such as those in Sahiwal and Port Qasim. This strategy aims to repurpose idle energy into high-value digital assets, attract foreign investment, create high-tech jobs, and generate substantial international revenue.
Pakistan’s strategic geographic location, bridging Asia, Europe, and the Middle East, further enhances its appeal as a data and crypto infrastructure hub. The establishment of AI data centers will also address critical concerns around data sovereignty and cybersecurity while supporting the country’s broader digital transformation goals.
Bilal Bin Saqib described this as a pivotal moment in Pakistan’s economic evolution, stating, “Pakistan is stepping beyond its historical narrative, emerging as a dynamic center for digital advancement—driven by its tech-savvy youth, forged through necessity, and guided by a new wave of visionary leadership.”
