The Government of Pakistan has announced a major step to turn the country into a leader in digital innovation. They plan to allocate 2,000 megawatts (MW) of electricity in the first phase of a wide plan. This plan is meant to support Bitcoin mining and AI data centers.
The Finance Ministry released a statement saying that the Pakistan Crypto Council (PCC), supported by the government and under the Finance Ministry, leads this effort. The goal is to turn excess electricity into income, create skilled tech jobs, attract foreign investment, and increase government revenue.
Finance Minister Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb said this move is a key moment for Pakistan’s digital progress. It can unlock new economic potential by using extra energy for innovation and international growth.
Pakistan has a strong position to become a global hub for data centers. Its location connects Asia, Europe, and the Middle East. This makes Pakistan ideal for managing data flow and building digital infrastructure.
Since the Pakistan Crypto Council was formed, many international Bitcoin miners and data firms have shown interest. Several companies have already visited Pakistan for talks. After this announcement, more global companies are expected to visit soon.
Locally, Pakistan’s unused power plants are now being turned into valuable digital assets. High-energy projects like Bitcoin mining and AI centers need large amounts of power. Using surplus energy from underused plants helps turn a financial burden into a new source of income.
Bilal Bin Saqib, CEO of the Pakistan Crypto Council, stressed how important this move is. With clear rules, open processes, and global partnership, Pakistan can become a major player in crypto and AI. This shift to energy-backed digital growth can attract big investments and bring in foreign currency through Bitcoin mining.
As regulations change, Pakistan can also start collecting Bitcoin directly into a national wallet. This marks a move away from selling power in Pakistani Rupees to using digital assets for economic strength.
By providing cheap and steady energy, Pakistan has an edge over nearby countries like India and Singapore, where high costs and limited land slow growth.
The country also has a chance to benefit from a global shortage of data center capacity. While demand for AI data centers has grown to over 100 gigawatts (GW), the current supply is only about 15 GW. Surplus power, land, and open rules make Pakistan an ideal place to fill this gap.
Pakistan’s internet connectivity has improved greatly with the landing of the largest submarine cable in the world. The Africa-2 Cable, 45,000 kilometers long and connecting 33 countries, now reaches Pakistan. This boosts internet speed, capacity, and reliability key elements for hosting AI data centers and supporting digital growth.
Pakistan, with over 250 million people and more than 40 million crypto users, has great potential as a regional leader in digital services. Building local AI data centers will help control data security, boost cybersecurity, improve digital services, and strengthen the country’s AI and cloud technology. These centers could create thousands of direct and indirect jobs, helping develop a skilled workforce in engineering, IT, and data science.
This project is only the first step in a larger plan to build digital infrastructure. Future projects may include energy-efficient facilities powered by Pakistan’s wind, solar, and hydropower resources. The country has a wind energy potential of 50,000 MW in the Gharo-Keti Bandar area. There will also be international partnerships with top blockchain and AI firms, along with centers for fintech and innovation.
To support these efforts, incentives such as tax breaks, duty exemptions on equipment, and lowered taxes for AI infrastructure builders are being proposed. Pakistan’s natural energy sources, strategic location, strong subsea cable links, and a large, tech-savvy population make it a good place to become a hub for Web3, AI, and digital growth.
With the right policies, smart investments, and global partners, Pakistan aims to become a key player in digital infrastructure. It wants to grow its economy by creating digital assets and exporting digital services. The country is positioning itself to lead in future tech development and innovation.
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