Changpeng Zhao (CZ), former CEO of Binance, has been appointed as a strategic advisor to the newly formed Pakistan Crypto Council, given the task of helping the nation adopt blockchain technology and embrace innovation. Pakistan’s Finance Ministry confirmed the appointment. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced the news when Zhao made a business trip to the country.
Muhammad Aurangzeb, Finance Minister, says the appointment was a landmark moment for Pakistan. He further states that the event signalled to the world that Pakistan was open to innovation. After meeting with Prime Minister Shehbaz, Zhao’s appointment was made public.
“We are sending a clear message to the world: Pakistan is open for innovation,” said Aura...