Germany’s right-wing AfD party has proposed creating a national Bitcoin reserve to diversify the country’s financial holdings, reports Coin Rover. The motion, coming shortly after similar discussions in France, highlights growing European interest in cryptocurrencies as part of official reserves. AfD argues that holding Bitcoin can protect against inflation and strengthen financial independence from traditional assets like gold and foreign currencies.

The proposal positions Bitcoin as a non-sovereign asset—uncontrolled by any single nation—which could give Germany more flexibility in its economic strategy. If approved, Germany would become the first major European economy to include Bitcoin in its national reserves, setting a precedent for others considering similar moves. The motion has already drawn attention from both supporters and critics across Europe.

Concerns remain about Bitcoin’s price volatility and the technical challenges of securely managing digital assets. Despite these risks, the initiative marks a significant step toward integrating cryptocurrencies into mainstream financial systems and national policy discussions.