Pakistan Appoints Binance Founder CZ as Strategic Crypto Advisor

In a major development for Pakistan’s digital future, Binance founder Changpeng Zhao (CZ) has officially been appointed as the Strategic Advisor to the Pakistan Crypto Council. The announcement was made following a high-level meeting chaired by Pakistan’s Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue, Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, alongside key government figures including the Chairman of the Securities and Exchange Commission, Governor of the State Bank, and Federal Secretaries for Law and IT.

As part of his role, CZ will guide Pakistan on crypto regulation, infrastructure, education, and blockchain adoption. He expressed strong optimism about the country's potential, stating:

"Pakistan is a nation of 240 million, with over 60% under the age of 30. The potential here is unlimited."

Finance Minister Aurangzeb also commented:

"With CZ onboard, we’re sending a clear message to the world: Pakistan is open for innovation. This marks a turning point in our vision to become a regional leader in Web3 and blockchain finance."

This appointment reflects Pakistan’s serious commitment to integrating blockchain technology and crypto assets into its economic roadmap, signaling a promising future for digital finance in the region.