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Pakistan will permit banks and financial institutions to buy and sell Bitcoin to accelerate cryptocurrency adoption nationwide. The State Bank of Pakistan will issue licenses under the new Virtual Assets Act, 2025, creating a regulatory framework for crypto trading. This policy aims to modernize the financial system, enhance transaction transparency, and expand digital asset access. Despite volatility concerns, officials highlight regulatory oversight and pilot CBDC programs as steps toward making Pakistan a regional digital finance leader.