Washington, D.C. — Bilal Bin Saqib, Special Assistant for Blockchain and Crypto and the Chief Executive Officer of the Pakistan Crypto Council, made a historic visit to the White House, becoming the first Pakistani government official in the past six years to undertake an official visit to the U.S. presidential residence.
During his visit, Bilal Bin Saqib held a detailed meeting with Robert Ho Hines, Executive Director of President Trump’s Council on Digital Assets. The two leaders discussed the future of cryptocurrency, blockchain technology, and digital assets in depth.
Bilal Bin Saqib shared key updates on the progress of Pakistan’s crypto industry. He stated that Pakistan is committed to developing a strong regulatory framework for cryptocurrencies. With the establishment of the Pakistan Crypto Council, a comprehensive national policy is being formulated to align the country’s economy with the digital age and to attract global investment.
He acknowledged that U.S. initiatives in the crypto space serve as a guiding light for Pakistan. The collaboration between the two nations in the blockchain and crypto sectors holds promising potential.
Robert Ho Hines praised Pakistan’s proactive approach, stating that the digital economy has become an essential part of global development. He added that Pakistan’s interest in blockchain technology is a positive signal and welcomed future cooperation.
Bilal Bin Saqib’s recent visit is being regarded as a landmark moment for Pakistan’s digital economy. According to official records, no other Pakistani government official has made a face-to-face visit to the White House between this date and June 2025.
