LAHORE: Changpeng Zhao, founder and former CEO of Binance — the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange — met PML-N President Nawaz Sharif on Tuesday to discuss the future of Pakistan’s digital economy and emerging technologies.
Mr Zhao’s appointment as strategic adviser to the Pakistan Crypto Council was formally welcomed by the elder Sharif, who described it as a significant step towards positioning Pakistan as a regional hub for Web3 technologies and digital finance.
The meeting focused on embracing a vision of economic development driven by innovation and knowledge-based technologies. Both sides discussed youth participation in the digital economy, emphasising the importance of equipping the younger generation to lead in blockchain, fintech and other emerging sectors.
Mr Zhao shared his insights on the rising potential of blockchain technology and global entrepreneurship, emphasising the importance of education and innovation.