Pakistan aims to place its entire government system on digital foundations this year under the 'Digital Nation Pakistan 2025' vision, with 99% of official files already moving electronically between ministries and a target of 120m bank accounts as part of a broader digital transformation drive. Khurram Schehzad, Adviser to the Finance Minister, said the initiative is not a standalone project but a comprehensive strategy to build a digitally empowered state through improved governance, an expanded digital economy and a more inclusive online society. He was addressing the FinTech Forward Forum during the 27th ITCN Asia event. According to Schehzad, the transformation rests on creating digital identities, developing digital public infrastructure and streamlining online services for citizens and businesses. He stressed that data privacy and innovation remain central commitments under the programme. He noted that under the E-Office platform, 99% of government files are now transferred digitally from one ministr y to another. The system has addressed problems such as data loss and procedural delays, while a tracking mechanism has introduced performance accountability, enhancing transparency and credibility. The government's goal, he said, is to open 120m bank accounts and ensure that all government-to-government transactions become fully digital. Bringing the entire public sector onto a digital framework is planned within the current year. Schehzad added that through PVARA, holders of crypto assets would be able to integrate into the formal digital economy. Tax incentives for this purpose are under discussion, with various policy options under consideration. On investment and industrial policy, he said special incentives are being designed for investors, while small loans are being extended to SMEs, agriculture and youth entrepreneurs to promote self-sufficiency. Skill bonds are also being issued to encourage skilled professionals. He emphasised that the state's primary role in the digital economy is to provide a n enabling environment for innovation and craft supportive policies for emerging technologies. Measures are being formulated to empower young people, particularly in financial technology and digital sectors. Addressing regulatory concerns, Schehzad said authorities are considering a special framework or virtual assets regulatory authority to oversee crypto assets. He acknowledged that Pakistan remains in the early stages of this field but is proceeding cautiously, drawing lessons from structured systems such as that of the United Arab Emirates. Participants at the forum stressed the importance of balanced policy design, innovation-friendly regulation and alignment with global best practices as Pakistan advances its digital governance agenda.