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Pakistan’s Crypto Pitch: “Come Build Here” as Virtual Assets Act Moves Forward

Bitcoin Magazine·August 21, 2026·1 min read
Pakistan’s Crypto Pitch: “Come Build Here” as Virtual Assets Act Moves Forward

Pakistan announced a new regulatory framework for crypto after banning the asset class for nearly a decade. Bilal Bin Saqib, special assistant to the prime minister on blockchain and cryptocurrency, invited foreign businesses to set up operations in the country. The announcement was made via an X post on Friday, signaling a shift toward welcoming crypto investment.

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