World Liberty Financial, a crypto firm supported by U.S. President Donald Trump and his family, has just taken a major step into international markets.
The company recently signed a Letter of Intent with the Pakistan Crypto Council, setting the stage for big developments in the country’s fast-growing crypto scene.
This partnership is aiming to help Pakistan launch new blockchain projects, support stablecoin innovation, explore real-world asset tokenization, and grow decentralized finance (DeFi) markets — all key areas that could transform how people in the country use money and invest in the future.
A Closer Look at the Partnership
The announcement follows a meeting between World Liberty Financial founders Zach Witkoff, Zak Folkman, and Chase Herro, and Bilal bin Saqib, CEO of the Pakistan Crypto Council. The meeting was attended by several senior government officials, including the Governor of the State Bank of Pakistan, the Federal Minister of Finance, and the Secretary of Information Technology, underscoring the strategic importance of the partnership.
This shows that Pakistan’s leadership is genuinely interested in opening its doors wider to blockchain technology and foreign investment.
Here’s what World Liberty Financial will help with:
- Regulatory sandboxes: These are special programs where companies can safely test out blockchain-based products before going fully public. It allows for innovation without risking the wider economy.
- Expanding stablecoin use: Especially for remittances and trade. Millions of Pakistanis work abroad and send money back home — stablecoins could make that process faster and cheaper.
- Real-world asset tokenization: This means creating blockchain versions of things like real estate, art, or even cars — allowing people to invest in parts of these assets digitally.
- Supporting DeFi: Helping to build decentralized finance apps where users can lend, borrow, or earn interest without needing traditional banks.
It’s an ambitious list, and if executed well, it could put Pakistan at the forefront of crypto innovation in Asia.
Who Is World Liberty Financial?
World Liberty Financial might be a newer name in the crypto world, but it’s already attracting attention, partly because of its backers.
The platform, launched in late 2024, has strong backing from former U.S. President Donald Trump and his family, who not only supported its launch but also continue to receive a share of its profits. World Liberty focuses on crypto lending and borrowing, with big plans to become a major player in the growing blockchain economy. By teaming up with Pakistan’s government-backed Crypto Council, World Liberty is signaling that it’s serious about expanding its global reach.
Pakistan’s Crypto Market Is Growing Fast
You might be surprised to hear just how big Pakistan’s crypto market already is.
According to Chainalysis, a leading blockchain analytics firm, Pakistan ranked ninth globally for crypto adoption in 2024. The country has an estimated 25 million active crypto users and handles about $300 billion in crypto transactions every year.
One reason for this growth is Pakistan’s young population — around 60% of the country’s population is under the age of 30. They’re tech-savvy, mobile-first, and looking for new ways to invest, save, and build businesses.
Pakistan’s Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb summed it up nicely:
“Pakistan’s youth and technology sector are our greatest assets. Through partnerships like this, we are opening new doors for investment, innovation, and global leadership in the blockchain economy.”
There’s a real opportunity here for blockchain technology to not just be a trend, but to become a foundation for economic growth.
From Caution to Innovation
Just a few years ago, Pakistan’s attitude toward crypto was very different.
In May 2023, the country’s former finance minister Aisha Ghaus Pasha said that Pakistan would never legalize cryptocurrencies. The concerns back then were mainly about money laundering, terrorism financing, and staying in line with global watchdogs like the Financial Action Task Force (FATF).
Fast forward to today, and it’s a whole new story.
- Pakistan’s Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) recently proposed a crypto regulatory framework.
- The framework focuses on combating financial crimes while encouraging safe innovation.
- It includes important controls like Know Your Customer (KYC) rules to ensure that users are properly verified.
FIA Director Sumera Azam said the goal is to balance technological advancement with national security. That means building a system where crypto can thrive — but not at the cost of safety and regulation.
This framework is expected to roll out in phases starting in 2026, depending on legislative approvals.
Changpeng Zhao Also Joins the Effort
In another big move, Pakistan recently brought in Changpeng Zhao (CZ), the former CEO of Binance, to act as an adviser to the Pakistan Crypto Council.
CZ’s experience leading one of the world’s biggest crypto exchanges could prove incredibly valuable as Pakistan works on building a smart, flexible regulatory system.
Between help from World Liberty and advice from someone like CZ, Pakistan is lining up some strong support to make its blockchain goals a reality.
Why This Matters for the Global Crypto Scene
Pakistan’s increasing openness to crypto and blockchain is significant not only for its local economy but also for the broader global crypto landscape. If successful, Pakistan could emerge as a hub for blockchain startups, decentralized applications, and stablecoin companies. This development could also improve financial inclusion, providing millions of underbanked or unbanked Pakistanis with access to decentralized financial services. The tokenization of real-world assets, such as real estate and businesses, could further transform investment opportunities in the country. Should Pakistan’s model prove successful, it may well serve as a blueprint for other countries across South Asia, the Middle East, and Africa.
For Donald Trump-backed World Liberty, this could open up new markets and prove that crypto isn’t just about digital coins — it’s about real-world financial transformation.
For Pakistan’s young entrepreneurs and investors, the future just got a little bit brighter.