Binance founder Changpeng Zhao joins Pakistan Crypto Council

ISLAMABAD: In a ground-breaking move poised to reshape the global crypto landscape, Changpeng Zhao — founder of Binance and one of the most influential figures in Web3 — has officially been appointed as a Strategic Advisor to the Pakistan Crypto Council (PCC).

The announcement was made during Changpeng Zhao’s meeting with the Pakistan Crypto Council on Monday.

As an official Strategic Advisor to the Council, Changpeng Zhao will provide guidance on regulation, infrastructure, education, and adoption. He will work closely with the Government of Pakistan and the private sector to create a compliant, inclusive, and globally competitive crypto ecosystem.

“Pakistan is a country of 240 million people, over 60% of whom are under the age of 30. The potential here is limitless,” Zhao remarked during the announcement.

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The meeting was chaired by Finance Minister and Chairman PCCS Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, and brought together key government stakeholders, including the Chairman of the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP), the Governor of the State Bank of Pakistan, and the Federal Secretaries for Law and IT.

During his visit, Changpeng Zhao also held separate meetings with the Prime Minister and Deputy Prime Minister of Pakistan.

“This is a landmark moment for Pakistan,” said Senator Aurangzeb. “We are sending a clear message to the world: Pakistan is open for innovation. With Changpeng Zhao on-board, we are accelerating our vision to make Pakistan a regional powerhouse for Web3, digital finance, and blockchain-driven growth.”

“Pakistan is opening its doors to the future of finance,” said CEP PCC Bilal Bin Saqib. “And who better to guide us on this journey than Changpeng Zhao — a pioneer who built the world’s largest crypto exchange and changed the way billions think about financial freedom.”

The Pakistan Crypto Council — established under the Finance Division — is spearheading this digital transformation. CZ’s appointment signals a bold new era, where Pakistan joins the ranks of Singapore, Dubai, and Switzerland as a progressive, Web3-ready nation.