Islamabad: The Pakistan Crypto Council will convene a high-level meeting on Monday to be chaired by Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb. The meeting will serve as a strategic forum to deliberate on the evolving regulatory and legal framework surrounding digital currency and the broader crypto landscape in Pakistan.

According to Radio Pakistan, Prime Minister’s Special Assistant on Blockchain and Crypto Bilal Bin Saqib will participate in his capacity as the Chief Executive Officer of the Pakistan Crypto Council. The meeting will also be attended by members of the Council, including the Governor of the State Bank of Pakistan, Chairman of the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan, Secretary of Law and Justice Division, as well as the Secretary of Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication.

Key items on the agenda include the development of a robust regulatory framework to govern digital and virtual assets in Pakistan, in alignment with global standards and technological advancements. A focal point of discussion will be the groundwork for the establishment of the Pakistan Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority, a proposed autonomous body to oversee the digital finance and crypto ecosystem in the country.

The Council aims to lay the foundation for a secure, transparent, and innovation-friendly regulatory environment, with a view to promoting responsible adoption of blockchain technology, protecting investors, and enhancing financial inclusion. The upcoming meeting underscores the Government’s commitment to shaping a future-ready financial infrastructure while ensuring stability and compliance in the emerging digital economy.