In a daring step to welcome the future, Pakistan’s government has set aside 2,000 megawatts (MW) of power for Bitcoin mining and AI data centers—kicking off the first stage of a groundbreaking national plan. The goal? To change unused energy into a digital gold rush.
According to a statement from the Finance Division, this historic initiative is being spearheaded by the Pakistan Crypto Council (PCC), working under the Ministry of Finance. The project seeks to monetize Pakistan’s surplus electricity, attract foreign investment, and elevate the country as a regional tech hub.
Finance Minister Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb declared the development a “pivotal moment in Pakistan’s digital transformation journey,” and said it will open new doors for economic growth by converting surplus energy into innovation, investment, and foreign revenue.
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Bitcoin mining and AI infrastructure need a lot of power, and people now see Pakistan’s power plants that aren’t used much as hidden treasures with huge potential. This new plan could help the government make foreign money in USD, while building a new digital economy based on green energy and blockchain tech.
Bilal Bin Saqib, CEO of the Pakistan Crypto Council, stressed the larger vision of the project: “This energy-backed digital revolution not only opens up high-value investment but also allows the government to earn foreign exchange via Bitcoin mining.” He also unveiled the prospect of the government storing Bitcoin in a national wallet, instead of selling electricity in PKR, investing in digital assets that can provide economic stability in the long run.
The country’s special location—linking Asia, Europe, and the Middle East—has already grabbed the attention of big global players. A news release from a private media group said that top Bitcoin miners and AI companies plan to visit Pakistan soon to check out possibilities.
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Adding to the drive is the recent installation of the 45,000-kilometer Africa-2 submarine cable, which greatly enhances internet bandwidth and redundancy—both necessities for big data operations.
Home to 250 million people, with an estimated 40 million crypto users, Pakistan can easily join the ranks of the world’s leading centers for Bitcoin mining and AI infrastructure. And this is only the start.
The next stages of going digital will zero in on setting up data centers powered by green energy—making use of Pakistan’s huge wind (50,000 MW potential in the Gharo-Keti Bandar area) solar, and water power sources. The government also aims to give tempting perks like tax breaks, no customs fees on key gear, and lower taxes for those who build AI systems.
