Kuala Lumpur, April 22, 2025 : In a pivotal step toward strengthening regional cooperation in the digital economy, the Foreign Minister of Malaysia *Mohamad Bin Haji Hasan* met with Bilal Bin Saqib, CEO of the Pakistan Crypto Council (PCC), to explore collaborative opportunities in blockchain technology, digital assets, and Shariah-compliant finance.
The meeting focused on laying the groundwork for a Pakistan-Malaysia Digital Finance Partnership — a forward-looking initiative aimed at co-developing FATF-compliant, Shariah-aligned digital asset frameworks that can serve as a model for the broader Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC).
“Malaysia’s leadership in Islamic finance and Pakistan’s momentum in crypto regulation form a natural alliance,” said Bilal Bin Saqib. “Together, we have a historic opportunity to set global standards for ethical innovation in digital finance — from halal stablecoins and tokenized sukuks to compliant regulatory sandboxes and youth empowerment.”
The Pakistan Crypto Council is leading efforts to design a passportable crypto regulatory framework tailored to emerging markets — one that fosters innovation while ensuring full compliance with international standards.
During the meeting, both parties expressed strong alignment on key areas of cooperation, including:
• Regulatory coordination between financial authorities
• Cross-border talent development and Web3 education initiatives
This milestone engagement signals the beginning of a deeper economic and technological partnership between Pakistan and Malaysia — driven by a shared vision to build the future of finance through values-based innovation and strategic collaboration.
Notably, this meeting follows the recent announcement that Binance Founder Changpeng Zhao (“CZ”) has joined the Pakistan Crypto Council as a Strategic Advisor, reinforcing global confidence in Pakistan’s emerging leadership role in the digital asset space.