Pakistan has taken another step toward building a formal regulatory framework for digital assets after the Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) approved an Rs800 million technical supplementary grant for the Pakistan Virtual Asset Regulatory Authority (PVARA).
The decision, reported by Mettis Global on September 25, 2025, is aimed at strengthening PVARA’s institutional capacity as Pakistan develops rules for the growing virtual asset and cryptocurrency sector. ([Mettis Global][1])
Why the PVARA Funding Matters
The approved funding is expected to help PVARA develop its regulatory infrastructure, strengthen institutional operations and establish a framework aligned with international compliance standards, including recommendations associated with the Financial Action Task Force (FATF). ([Mettis Global][1])
PVARA is responsible for overseeing the licensing and regulation of virtual asset service providers in Pakistan. Its broader responsibilities include supporting investor protection, addressing financial crime risks and creating a more structured environment for digital asset activity. ([Mettis Global][1])
What It Means for Pakistan’s Digital Asset Market
For digital asset businesses, cryptocurrency platforms and blockchain-focused companies, stronger regulation could bring clearer compliance requirements and greater institutional oversight.
The development is also relevant to Pakistan’s expanding digital economy, where websites and online businesses increasingly form valuable digital assets. Platforms such as OWN.com.pk can serve users interested in buying and selling digital properties, including websites, online businesses, social media assets and other internet-based ventures.
However, regulatory approval or government funding for PVARA should not be interpreted as approval of every individual digital asset or cryptocurrency transaction. Buyers and sellers should continue to conduct proper due diligence and understand applicable laws before completing transactions.
A Developing Digital Asset Ecosystem
The ECC decision highlights Pakistan’s continuing efforts to establish a more organized framework around virtual assets. As PVARA develops its regulatory capabilities, businesses and investors will be watching for further rules covering licensing, compliance and digital asset activities.
For entrepreneurs exploring digital asset buying and selling in Pakistan, developments in regulation remain an important part of understanding the evolving online marketplace.
Source: Mettis Global; additional regulatory context from PVARA and the State Bank of Pakistan.