PANews reported on April 12 that according to Tribune, Pakistan has launched its first comprehensive policy framework to regulate virtual assets and virtual asset service providers (VASPs), aimed at curbing money laundering, supporting innovation and attracting foreign investment. The policy was formulated by a specialized government agency under the Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Counter-Terrorist Financing (CTF) agencies. The proposed framework is subject to the approval of the legislature and the opinions of digital asset companies operating in the country, and is expected to be launched in phases starting in 2026.