Trump Family-Linked Firm Signs Crypto Deal With Pakistan Amid India-Pak Tensions

A cryptocurrency deal between World Liberty Financial (WLF), a US-based fintech firm with majority stakes held by Eric Trump, Donald Trump Jr., and Jared Kushner, and Pakistan's newly formed Crypto Council has attracted scrutiny amid heightened India-Pakistan tensions. The Pakistan Crypto Council, which includes Binance founder Changpeng Zhao as an adviser, aims to position Islamabad as a South Asian crypto hub, with plans to expand blockchain infrastructure and decentralized finance in the country. The involvement of Pakistan Army Chief General Asim Munir and close Trump ally Steve Witkoff has raised concerns about the potential geopolitical and national security implications of the partnership. This deal exemplifies the intersection of the Trump family's private business interests with their political influence, fueling debates on ethics and conflicts of interest. Meanwhile, President Trump's ongoing business engagements in the Middle East, including luxury real estate deals in Gulf countries, have similarly drawn attention regarding possible conflicts between family profits and US foreign policy. Additionally, Trump's meetings with Gulf Cooperation Council leaders highlight broader geopolitical dynamics that could influence financial markets, including cryptocurrencies, as regional stability affects investor sentiment and risk appetite.