Pakistan Allocates 2 GW of Power for Bitcoin Mining and AI Centers Amid Digital Transformation Initiatives

The government of Pakistan will allocate 2 gigawatts of surplus electricity for Bitcoin mining and to power data centers for artificial intelligence. This was reported by local **media outlets**.

This initiative is part of the country’s digital transformation strategy, proposed by the Cryptocurrency Council and backed by the Ministry of Finance. The ministry has announced tax incentives for AI infrastructure providers and exemptions from import duties on mining equipment.

Officials anticipate that this decision could result in «billions of dollars» in foreign investments and the creation of high-tech jobs.

According to their statements, international companies have expressed a «strong interest.» Several delegations have already visited the country to explore potential collaboration opportunities.

In April, Bilal bin Saqib, head of the Cryptocurrency Council, **revealed plans** to channel surplus electricity into mining activities. This is intended to alleviate the issue of surplus generation and reduce costs for producers. The council is advised by Changpeng Zhao, the founder of Binance.

In the second phase of this initiative, there will be a focus on increasing the adoption of renewable energy sources by miners to enhance the sustainability of the sector.

It is worth noting that in 2022, the authorities of Pakistan were considering a **potential ban** on cryptocurrencies and planned to **block** websites associated with digital assets.