Binance founder Changpeng Zhao has been appointed as the strategic advisor to the Pakistan Crypto Council.
According to a statement issued by the Federal Ministry of Finance, in a historic move that is redefining the global crypto economy landscape, Changpeng Zhao (CZ), the founder of Binance and one of the most influential leaders in Web3, has been formally appointed as the strategic advisor to the Pakistan Crypto Council (PCC).
The announcement was made today during CZ’s meeting with the Pakistan Crypto Council, chaired by Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, which was attended by key government officials including the Chairman of the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP), the Governor of the State Bank of Pakistan, and Federal Secretaries of Law and IT.
During the visit, CZ also held separate meetings with the Prime Minister and Deputy Prime Minister.
According to the statement, Federal Finance Minister and Chairman of the Pakistan Crypto Council Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb said that this is a historic moment for Pakistan. We are sending a clear message to the world that Pakistan is ready for innovation. With CZ’s inclusion, we are accelerating our vision to make Pakistan a regional power through development based on Web3, digital finance, and blockchain.
On this occasion, Pakistan Crypto Council CEO Bilal Bin Saqib said that Pakistan is opening its doors to the future of the financial world, and who better to guide us on this journey than CZ—the leader who founded the world’s largest crypto exchange and changed the global perception regarding financial freedom for billions.
As strategic advisor to the council, CZ will provide consultation on matters related to regulations, infrastructure, education, and adoption, and will play a role in forming a comprehensive, transparent, and world-class crypto system in collaboration with the Government of Pakistan and the private sector.
According to the statement, the Pakistan Crypto Council, established under the Ministry of Finance, is leading this digital transformation. CZ’s appointment marks the bold beginning of a new era, where Pakistan is set to stand alongside Singapore, Dubai, and Switzerland as a progressive nation ready for Web3.
