Members of Germany’s opposition party Alternative für Deutschland (AfD) have introduced a resolution advocating for Bitcoin to be recognized as a strategically important asset. The proposal urges the government to reduce the regulatory and tax burden on Bitcoin, arguing that such measures would support innovation and strengthen Germany’s position in the global crypto economy.
The party emphasizes that Bitcoin differs fundamentally from other digital assets: it is decentralized, resistant to manipulation, and has a fixed supply. According to AfD lawmakers, Bitcoin should be exempt from MiCAR regulations, and the government should clarify key legal points regarding holding periods, mining, and the operation of Lightning Network nodes in the private sector. Specifically, they call to preserve the 12-month holding period, after which income from Bitcoin sales is tax-free, and to officially recognize that private mining and Lightning Network participation do not constitute corporate activity.
If the resolution is adopted, the AfD requests the government to publish a “strategic statement” highlighting Bitcoin as a “form of free money for the 21st century” and acknowledging its potential as a reserve asset during periods of monetary instability. The party warns that failing to act may jeopardize Germany’s innovative potential.
The initiative mirrors similar calls in France for the creation of a national Bitcoin reserve, though the European Central Bank has maintained a strict stance on such proposals. German authorities have also faced criticism for previously selling 50,000 BTC from confiscated assets, resulting in a missed profit of $1.6 billion within a few months.
Relevance for crypto:
Recognition of Bitcoin as a strategic asset could enhance its legitimacy in Europe, potentially encouraging adoption by institutions and influencing regulatory frameworks across the EU.
