Pakistan Appoints Binance Founder CZ as Strategic Crypto Adviser
In a groundbreaking move for Pakistan’s digital economy, Changpeng Zhao (CZ), founder of Binance, has been appointed Strategic Adviser to the Pakistan Crypto Council. The decision was announced following a high-level meeting led by Finance Minister Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, attended by top officials including the SECP Chairman, SBP Governor, and Federal Secretaries.
“This is a historic moment. With CZ on board, we are fast-tracking our vision of becoming a regional leader in Web3 and blockchain,” said the Finance Minister.
CZ’s visit also included meetings with the Prime Minister and Deputy PM, highlighting strong government support for innovation and regulatory development. As adviser, CZ will guide Pakistan on regulation, infrastructure, education, and adoption of crypto technologies.
“Pakistan has immense potential—with a young, tech-savvy population, it’s time to lead the digital future,” CZ stated.
