Bilal Bin Saqib to lead Pakistan’s blockchain, crypto future as SAPM

Bilal Bin Saqib, Special Assistant to the Prime Minister (SAPM) on Blockchain and Crypto, poses during an interview with Reuters, in Islamabad on April 9, 2025. — Reuters
Bilal Bin Saqib, Special Assistant to the Prime Minister (SAPM) on Blockchain and Crypto, poses during an interview with Reuters, in Islamabad on April 9, 2025. — Reuters
  • Saqib also serves as PCC’s CEO, finance minister’s chief advisor.
  • He will be responsible for launching Bitcoin mining initiatives.
  • Saqib will also facilitate licensing, oversight of virtual asset service providers.

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has appointed Bilal Bin Saqib as the Special Assistant to the PM (SAPM) on Blockchain and Crypto, with the status of state minister.

This groundbreaking decision positions Pakistan among an elite group of 7-9 nations, including the United States, El Salvador, and the UAE, with dedicated leadership…

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