In a bold step toward becoming a global digital innovation hub, Pakistan’s government has announced the allocation of 2,000 megawatts of electricity for Bitcoin mining and AI data centers in the first phase of a national tech initiative.
This move, led by the Pakistan Crypto Council (PCC) under the Ministry of Finance, aims to convert surplus electricity into economic value by attracting foreign investment, creating high-tech jobs, and boosting government revenue.
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Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb highlighted this as a pivotal step in turning excess energy into innovation and foreign exchange. With Pakistan’s strategic location bridging Asia, Europe, and the Middle East, the country is positioning itself as a key data center destination.
The initiative is already drawing international interest, with several global firms engaging in early discussions. AI data centers and crypto mining facilities—known for their high, consistent energy demands—offer an ideal use case for Pakistan’s underutilized power capacity.
PCC CEO Bilal Bin Saqib noted that with robust regulation and transparency, Pakistan can emerge as a global leader in digital infrastructure. He also emphasized the plan’s potential to accumulate Bitcoin directly into a national wallet, shifting the economic model from local currency to international digital assets.
Pakistan’s competitive edge is reinforced by low energy costs, abundant land, and new connectivity through the Africa-2 Cable Project—a vast undersea internet cable that boosts the nation’s digital capacity.
With over 40 million crypto users and a population exceeding 250 million, Pakistan is poised to lead the region in AI and blockchain development. The new data centers will strengthen cybersecurity, promote digital sovereignty, and generate thousands of jobs in IT, engineering, and data science.
