Bilal Bin Saqib, a distinguished entrepreneur and recipient of the MBE, has been appointed as Chief Adviser to the Finance Minister for the Pakistan Crypto Council. This move by the Finance Ministry, as stated in the official notification, highlights Pakistan’s focus on technological advancement, fostering a secure financial system, and ensuring a transparent financial system. With extensive expertise in blockchain, DeFi, DAOs, and Institutional Blockchain, Bilal has represented Pakistan on global platforms such as NFT NYC, the World Economic Forum, ETH Barcelona, and Token 2049. His efforts in tokenising real-world assets and advancing Enterprise Blockchain projects have positioned him as a leading advocate for innovation. His appointment aligns with the country’s need for well-defined policy measures to drive digital transformation while maintaining strong regulatory framework and compliance.
Leadership and Impact
Bilal’s inclusion in Forbes 30 under 30 and recognition by King Charles III, Queen Elizabeth II, and the Mayor of London underline his influence. He was honored with the 1632nd Points of Light Award by the British prime minister for his contributions, particularly in NHS UK. Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb has expressed confidence in Bilal’s role in shaping Pakistan’s crypto sector, leveraging his perspective on empowering youth, attracting foreign investment, and creating jobs. His advocacy for economic future growth is backed by Pakistan’s global crypto adoption, where the country ranks among the top 10. Through effective policies, determination, and strategic positioning on the global crypto map, Bilal aims to unlock economic opportunities. His leadership in the advisory body, working alongside government representatives, regulatory authorities, and industry experts, will ensure policy development based on standardized frameworks. An alumnus of the London School of Economics (LSE) with a Master’s in Social Innovation and Entrepreneurship, he also founded Tayaba Organisation, a not-for-profit initiative improving access to water in deprived communities. His pioneering NFT fundraiser, which raised Rs2 million through non-fungible tokens, introduced a novel approach to supporting humanitarian goods and funding NGOs.