Seeds of Wisdom RV and Economics Updates Tuesday Evening 2-24-26

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Geopolitics Overtakes Economics: The New Rules of Global Finance

From Tariffs to Central Banks, Power Now Trumps Policy Models

 Overview

This week’s financial landscape reveals a decisive shift: economic frameworks are being subordinated to geopolitical strategy.

From U.S. tariff maneuvers to Japan’s currency tolerance and Israel’s rate decisions, policymakers are increasingly prioritizing security threats, trade leverage, and strategic positioning over traditional economic indicators.

According to reporting compiled by Reuters, governments and central banks are recalibrating decisions around power, deterrence, and alliance management, not inflation models or textbook trade theory.

The pattern is clear: Money is now an instrument of statecraft.

Key Developments

1. Tariffs Reframed as Crisis Management

U.S. President Donald Trump replaced struck-down IEEPA tariffs with new 15% duties under Section 122, citing a balance-of-payments crisis tied to a $1.2 trillion trade deficit.

Former IMF official Gita Gopinath rejected the claim, noting the U.S. retains stable borrowing costs and market access — key indicators that no classical balance-of-payments crisis exists.

Strategic Impact:
Legal statutes are being repurposed to sustain tariff regimes. When one authority fails, another is invoked. Trade law is becoming flexible terrain in geopolitical contests.

2. Japan’s Yen Weakness Signals Strategic Tolerance

The yen weakened to around 155 per dollar, even amid speculation of intervention. Tokyo appears more willing to tolerate depreciation, balancing export competitiveness with fiscal flexibility.

Meanwhile, Japan is seeking assurances that new tariffs won’t “stack” on top of previous trade agreements tied to $550 billion in pledged U.S.-bound investment.

Strategic Impact:
Japan’s caution reflects a shift from economic optimization to risk containment diplomacy. Stability with Washington outweighs currency orthodoxy.

3. Israel Holds Rates Despite Easing Inflation

The Bank of Israel kept interest rates at 4%, even as inflation eased to 1.8%, within its 1–3% target range.

The reason: rising geopolitical uncertainty tied to Iran tensions.

Strategic Impact:
Monetary policy is no longer purely data-driven. Security risk is overriding inflation metrics, signaling a structural shift in central banking priorities.

4. Saudi Arabia’s Fiscal Expansion Accelerates

Saudi Arabia’s Q4 deficit widened to $25.28 billion, with full-year deficits exceeding revised projections as Vision 2030 projects accelerate.

Debt climbed sharply to 1.52 trillion riyals, reflecting expansionary policy despite moderate oil revenue growth.

Strategic Impact:
Mega-project diversification requires sustained borrowing. The fiscal gamble hinges on rapid non-oil growth before debt servicing pressures intensify.

5. Strategic Mineral Alliances Bypass Traditional Trade

Brazil and South Korea elevated ties into a strategic partnership targeting:

• Critical minerals

• AI development

• Green industries

• Renewed trade negotiations

As global tariff uncertainty grows, bilateral agreements are replacing multilateral confidence.

Strategic Impact:
Resource diplomacy is fragmenting supply chains into ideological blocs, accelerating “friendshoring” dynamics.

Why It Matters

We are witnessing a systemic pivot:

• Trade deficits framed as security threats

• Currency weakness tolerated for strategic aims

• Central banks prioritizing geopolitics over inflation

• Sovereign debt rising to fund diversification races

• Bilateral mineral deals replacing multilateral trust

Economic policy is becoming an extension of foreign policy.

This is not just market turbulence — it’s the weaponization of economic policy.

Why It Matters to Foreign Currency Holders

For those watching global financial realignment:

• Legal uncertainty increases currency volatility

• Security-driven rate policy distorts traditional forecasting models

• Supply-chain fragmentation pressures inflation dynamics

• Strategic trade blocs alter capital allocation flows

Markets may treat these as temporary disruptions. The evidence suggests structural shifts.

Implications for the Global Reset

• Pillar 1: Redefinition of Economic Crisis

Invoking “balance-of-payments crises” in stable economies redefines the legal threshold for protectionism worldwide.

• Pillar 2: Central Bank Mandate Evolution

Security risk is increasingly embedded into monetary decision-making frameworks.

• Pillar 3: Strategic Fragmentation

• Bilateral mineral pacts and tariff stacking fears indicate global trade is reorganizing into aligned blocs.

The rules governing globalization are being rewritten in real time.

This is not just tariff maneuvering — it’s the legal reengineering of trade authority.

Seeds of Wisdom Team View

Three fractures are widening:

• Legal fragility of tariff authority

• Unsustainable tribute-style trade dynamics

• Central banks subordinating economics to geopolitics

Markets remain calm.

Policy foundations are shifting.

When monetary frameworks bend toward security priorities, signaling mechanisms weaken — and volatility follows.

This is not just central bank discretion — it’s geopolitics overriding economic doctrine.

Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News™ Exclusive

Sources

• Modern Diplomacy — "Financial Brief: A Weekly Roundup on the Geopolitics of Money | Feb 24"

• Reuters — "Global markets, tariffs and central bank policy updates"
  

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Taiwan at a Crossroads: Strategic Ambiguity Under Pressure

Rising PLA Activity and U.S. Arms Support Reshape Deterrence Calculus

Overview

Taiwan is emerging as one of the most volatile flashpoints in global geopolitics. According to recent analysis, the long-standing U.S. doctrine of strategic ambiguity toward Taiwan may require recalibration as military pressure from China intensifies.

Regular air and naval patrols, median line violations, and gray-zone coercion have become routine since 2022. Meanwhile, Washington has approved an $11.1 billion arms package to strengthen Taiwan’s asymmetric defenses.

The question is no longer ambiguity versus clarity — it is how to recalibrate deterrence without triggering escalation.

Key Developments

1. Surge in Chinese Military Pressure
China’s military spending has risen to over $230 billion in 2024, up sharply from 2016 levels.
PLA aircraft incursions into Taiwan’s ADIZ surpassed 1,700 in 2023, reflecting sustained operational pressure.

China’s newest aircraft carrier, Chinese aircraft carrier Fujian, launched in 2022, now operates near the Taiwan Strait, symbolizing expanded maritime reach.

2. Gray-Zone Coercion Becomes Routine
Frequent air and naval patrols and regular median-line crossings aim to:

• Drain Taiwan’s defense resources

• Normalize military pressure

• Avoid triggering direct U.S. intervention

This approach blurs the line between peace and conflict.

3. U.S. Strategic Ambiguity Under Strain
Under the Taiwan Relations Act, the United States supplies defensive weapons but offers no formal security guarantee.

However, in 2025 Washington approved $11.1 billion in advanced weapons, including:

• Long-range rocket systems

• Missile platforms

• Unmanned aerial vehicles

Beijing condemned the move as destabilizing, while Taipei welcomed it as vital for deterrence.

4. Risks of Strategic Clarity
Some analysts argue for explicit defense guarantees. Others warn that formal clarity could:

• Trigger pre-emptive action by Beijing

• Accelerate regional militarization

• Lock Washington into automatic escalation

Why It Matters

Taiwan is not only a security issue — it is a global economic linchpin.

• Over 60% of global semiconductor production is based in Taiwan.

• More than 90% of advanced sub-7nm chips are manufactured on the island.

A conflict in the Taiwan Strait would disrupt:

• Global supply chains

• Technology production

• Defense systems

• Automotive and AI industries

The economic fallout would be immediate and worldwide.

This is not just cross-strait tension — it’s the stability of the global semiconductor backbone.

Why It Matters to Foreign Currency Holders

Geopolitical escalation in the Taiwan Strait could trigger:

• Safe-haven currency flows

• Volatility in energy and shipping markets

• Shockwaves through technology equities

• Supply-chain-driven inflation spikes

Capital markets are tightly linked to semiconductor stability — and Taiwan is at the center.

Implications for the Global Reset

• Pillar 1: Deterrence Redesign

Traditional ambiguity is eroding under sustained military pressure. A recalibrated approach must balance deterrence with escalation control.

• Pillar 2: Supply Chain Sovereignty

The semiconductor concentration in Taiwan underscores the fragility of global manufacturing networks. Nations are accelerating reshoring and diversification strategies.

Taiwan’s status now influences both military doctrine and economic architecture.

Seeds of Wisdom Team View

Strategic ambiguity once preserved peace by fostering uncertainty.

Today, persistent gray-zone operations are testing its limits.

Full strategic clarity risks escalation.
Pure ambiguity risks miscalculation.

The path forward appears to be calibrated ambiguity — political restraint paired with credible deterrent capability.

The stakes extend beyond sovereignty. They encompass:

• Global technology supply chains

• Military balance in the Indo-Pacific

• Financial system stability

This is not just regional rivalry — it’s the fault line between economic interdependence and military confrontation.

Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News™ Exclusive

Sources

• Modern Diplomacy — "Taiwan at a Crossroads: Why Strategic Ambiguity Needs Recalibration"

• Reuters — "U.S. approves new arms package for Taiwan amid rising tensions"

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Iraq Economic News and Points To Ponder Tuesday Evening 2-24-26

“Iraq Without The Kurds”: Political And Economic Cost Of Rupture

2026-02-24 Shafaq News - By Ali Hussein Feyli   An “Iraq without the Kurds” would not represent merely a geographic or political shift; beyond the deep historical bonds, it would mean the collapse of economic, security, and social ties. The consequences would be swift, comprehensive, and cross-border. It cannot be claimed that the crisis between Baghdad and Erbil is the making of one side alone.

 Baghdad understands that the Kurdish people’s vision is a blend of national aspirations, legal rights, and identity. Any solution must therefore take these dimensions into account.

 Those with a pragmatic outlook, concerned primarily with livelihoods and stability, expect authorities to ease tensions rather than obstruct efforts to resolve long-standing structural crises whose wounds have remained open for years. Otherwise, future generations will inherit it.

The identity- and citizenship-related dimensions of an “Iraq without the Kurds” scenario would either transform social relations or eliminate them altogether. What is being practiced today is a policy of ignoring rights and suspending justice, one that would impose a long-term social and moral cost that cannot be repaired.

 The defining question is whether Iraqis seek to revive their shared history in an inclusive manner, or allow moments of political recklessness that cross “sacred lines” to burn away a collective human legacy and the values of citizenship.

 At a time when even relations between two neighbors require a long-term strategy, why does no Iraqi minister or official “among those who shape disastrous outcomes” recognize that the current situation poses an imminent threat? This type of conduct and policy is what ultimately determines the future of Iraqis.

 The loss of any part of Iraq’s geography would not simply alter borders; its consequences would be accelerating and extremely costly. Rational policymaking in the face of such risks would not spare the Ministry of Finance, the Ministry of Planning, or any related institution from accountability.

 To mitigate the damage of a scenario involving the loss of the people and geography of Kurdistan, central decision-making in Baghdad requires a technical, not tactical, approach; financial justice rather than a “ministry of cutting off livelihoods”; and careful planning instead of concealed mismanagement.

 Openness free from fanaticism is a necessary prior intention, as the prevailing trajectory in this country is toward deeper polarization, the real danger of rupture, and the expansion of further crises.

 Proponents of such ideas futilely promote the notion that “lifting injustice” can be achieved through forced displacement and transferring the inhabitants of one area to another. In reality, reversing this course is what rebuilds trust and creates an inclusive identity among the country’s components. Every step that lacks rationality will carry a long-term cost and generate new crises. A carefully considered political decision can determine the path toward stability or collapse.

 Attempting a solution requires alignment in will and public decision-making to prevent the accumulation of factors that fuel political instability, radicalization, rising protests, and further social fragmentation among the country’s components. This process demands legal and political measures, not coercive and arbitrary actions.

 https://www.shafaq.com/en/Report/Iraq-without-the-Kurds-Political-and-economic-cost-of-rupture

Iraqi Kurdistan Appoints First Female Chief Of Internal Security Court

2026-02-24 Shafaq News- Erbil     The Kurdistan Region Interior Ministry on Tuesday appointed Chra Ahmed Latif as acting head of the Internal Security Forces Court /2, marking the first time a woman has held the senior post, Interior Minister Rebar Ahmed said.

 In a statement, Ahmed noted the decision reflects the ministry’s efforts to strengthen women’s leadership and expand women’s roles within security institutions.

 Women’s representation in the Region has grown in recent years, with women holding 26.2% of judicial positions and 27.8% of public prosecutor posts, while 147 women have entered parliament under the 30% quota, according to Dindar Zebari, the Kurdish Coordinator for the Office of International Advocacy (OCIA), at the UN’s CEDAW session.

 X    Rêber Ahmed            @RayberAhmed

As part of the Ministry of Interior’s vision to strengthen women’s leadership, I am pleased to announce the appointment of Brigadier Chra Ahmed Latif as Acting Head of the Internal Security Forces Court/2 — the first woman to hold this senior position. Congratulations to her on this well-deserved recognition, and wishing her continued success.

 https://www.shafaq.com/en/Kurdistan/Iraqi-Kurdistan-appoints-first-female-chief-of-Internal-Security-Court

Iraq’s Largest Bloc Claims Geopolitical Foothold In Gulf After UN Maritime Filing

2026-02-24 Shafaq News- Baghdad     Lawmakers from caretaker Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani’s parliamentary bloc on Tuesday denied that the United Nations has the authority to revoke Iraq’s newly deposited maritime maps, describing the step as a sovereign milestone that makes the country “practically a Gulf state.”

 At a press conference in parliament, Bahaa al-Araji, a leader in the Reconstruction and Development bloc (Al-Ima’ar wal Tanmiya) —the largest electoral bloc— said the filing formally clarified Iraq’s maritime boundaries and marked the completion of its sovereign framework at sea.

 “With the deposit of these maps, Iraq has secured a geopolitical foothold in the Gulf,” al-Araji said, adding that the move would encourage oil and gas exploration and grant Iraqi fishermen greater freedom to navigate Gulf waters.

 The submission to the United Nations includes updated geographic coordinates defining Iraq’s internal waters, territorial sea, contiguous zone, and exclusive economic zone (EEZ), outlining the maritime areas over which Iraq exercises sovereign rights under international law.

 MP Alia Nassif, speaking at the same conference, described the deposit as a legal consolidation of Iraq’s maritime rights rather than a routine technical procedure. She noted that no previous Iraqi government —during either the monarchy or the republican era— had formally lodged such maps with the UN.

 Nassif acknowledged Kuwait’s right to object but denied that the United Nations can annul the filing. “This deposit is a sovereign right,” she said, arguing that Iraq is now “the master of the situation in drawing the maps” and has “moved from a position of defense to one of ownership,” with the other side required to substantiate its maritime claims.

 Iraq, she added, aims to compete with nearby regional ports, including Qatari ports, and maintained that once the Grand al-Faw Port is completed, the country will possess facilities capable of rivaling ports across the region.

 Baghdad and Kuwait continue technical and legal discussions to finalize maritime delimitation, particularly in the Khor Abdullah waterway —a narrow but strategically significant channel that has long strained relations between the two neighbors. Iraqi officials indicated that the newly deposited coordinates are expected to serve as a reference point in those talks.

 Read more: Khor Abdullah: A waterway entangled in sovereignty disputes and legacy of invasion

 The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) has called on Iraq to withdraw the maritime coordinates and map lodged with the UN, arguing that the submission includes “claims” affecting Kuwait’s sovereignty over certain maritime areas and water elevations, including Fasht Al-Qaid and Fasht Al-Aij, which Kuwait considers “undisputed territory.”

 https://www.shafaq.com/en/Iraq/Iraq-s-largest-bloc-claims-geopolitical-foothold-in-Gulf-after-UN-maritime-filing

Iraq Faces New US Deadline To Withdraw Nouri Al-Maliki Nomination

2026-02-24 Shafaq News- Baghdad   Iraq’s Shiite Coordination Framework (CF) has until February 27 to withdraw Nouri Al-Maliki’s nomination for prime minister, a senior source within the alliance told Shafaq News on Tuesday.

 The deadline was discussed during a meeting held on Monday, where Al-Maliki made clear he would not step aside, adding that any reversal would have to come from the bloc that nominated him.

 The Framework, parliament’s ruling bloc, is expected to convene again before Friday, with discussions focused on rallying a majority to revoke his nomination. Still, Reconstruction and Development parliamentary bloc leader Bahaa Al-Araji, speaking to Shafaq News earlier today, stressed that the CF will not change its nominee for prime minister because of “any US decision.”

A US State Department spokesperson previously told our agency that President Donald Trump’s position remains unchanged and that selecting Al-Maliki would prompt Washington to “reassess its relationship with Iraq.” US Special Envoy to Syria Tom Barrack also reiterated during meetings in Baghdad and Erbil that Washington opposes Al-Maliki’s candidacy and outlined potential measures if it proceeds, according to the source.

 Read more: Iraq’s next Prime Minister held hostage by US-Iran standoff

 https://www.shafaq.com/en/Iraq/Iraq-faces-new-US-deadline-to-withdraw-Nouri-Al-Maliki-nomination

PUK, US Push For Kurdish Unity On Iraq And Kurdistan Governments

2026-02-24 Shafaq News- Erbil  The formation of Iraq’s new government topped talks on Tuesday between Patriotic Union of Kurdistan (PUK) leader Bafel Talabani and US Special Envoy for Syria Tom Barrack, according to a statement.

 The two sides discussed political developments in Iraq and the wider region, stressing the need to resolve the issues delaying cabinet formation in Iraq. Talabani affirmed that the PUK would continue to play an “important role” in Baghdad to help secure a future that serves all Iraqis.

 X    Bafel Jalal Talabani             @Bafeltalabani

Bafel Jalal Talabani, President of the Patriotic Union of Kurdistan, received @USAMBTurkiye Tom Barrack, the Special Envoy of President Donald Trump for Syrian affairs. In the meeting, Qubad Talabani, Senior PUK leadership member, and @USEmbBaghdad  Joshua Harris, U.S. Chargé d’Affaires in Iraq, were also present. The current political situation in Iraq and the wider region was discussed.

The formation of the new Iraqi government was a central topic, and both sides agreed on the need to make progress on the issues preventing the formation of the government in Baghdad. Both sides stressed that Iraq must remain a prosperous, sovereign, and independent country.

President Bafel Jalal Talabani stated that the PUK will continue to play an important role in Baghdad to ensure the future of the country is such that it best serves all the people of Iraq.

They also agreed on the necessity of finalizing the formation of the new Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) cabinet, highlighting that the current situation requires a unified Kurdish voice in the Kurdistan Region and Iraq.

The meeting also addressed the stalled formation of the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) cabinet. Both sides emphasized that current conditions require “a unified Kurdish voice in the Kurdistan Region and Iraq.”

 Political tensions between the Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP) and the PUK, the two main parties in the Kurdistan Region, have paralyzed the Kurdistan Region’s legislature since the October 2024 elections, when the KDP secured 39 of the parliament’s 100 seats, and the PUK won 23. Lawmakers convened briefly on December 3 but failed to elect a speaker or advance cabinet formation, leading to an open-ended suspension.

 Read more: Kurdistan Region’s political deadlock: Impact and perils

 The rivalry extends to the federal level. In Iraq’s 2025 parliamentary elections, the KDP won 26 seats nationwide, compared with 15 for the PUK. Under Iraq’s post-2003 power-sharing system, the Iraqi presidency is traditionally held by a Kurdish figure —most often from the PUK— while the KDP retains the Kurdistan Region presidency. Disputes over the post have also previously delayed government formation.

 Read more: Iraq slips into constitutional vacuum as presidential deadlock drags on

 https://www.shafaq.com/en/Kurdistan/PUK-US-push-for-Kurdish-unity-on-Iraq-and-Kurdistan-governments

Ariel: The Implications of What has Occurred

Ariel: The Implications of What has Occurred

2-24-2026

You All Need To Understand The Implications Of What Has Occurred

Now that the tariffs are now ironclad and more robust than ever. You will see countries in a hurry to adjust their currencies going forward. Because this has opened the door for them to trade fairly without the USD being to high in artificial value.

Watcher.Guru: JUST IN: President Trump says Supreme Court "accidentally and unwittingly" gave him more power after tariffs ruling.

Something Donald Trump has repeatedly stated is the reason countries like Iraq can not export to the US at equal parity.

This is where you come in as a Iraqi Dinar investor.

Because once silver gets a floor price banks will be scrambling to readjust their books to acquire liquidity they no longer can just markup on spreadsheets with nothing in the vaults to support it.

The Iran situation will basically speed everything up in earnest within days.

Kalshi:  JUST IN: Gold overtakes US dollar as "largest" global reserve asset

Do You Know The Implications Of This?

This is equivalent to the 2nd coming of Christ. Funny enough gold is none the less considered God’s currency.

I wonder what those ole’ folks are thinking right now who said America will never go back on the gold standard?

~A Quickening

Source(s):   https://x.com/Prolotario1/status/2025925369220530571

https://dinarchronicles.com/2026/02/23/ariel-prolotario1-the-implications-of-what-has-occurred/

Dr. Scott Young: Banking Crisis of 2026

Dr. Scott Young: Banking Crisis of 2026

2-23-2026

In a recent, in-depth video analysis, Dr. Scott Young sheds light on the anticipated banking crisis of 2026, providing a comprehensive overview of its far-reaching economic and geopolitical implications.

Dr. Young also introduces his latest book, “Tribulation,” which delves deeper into these critical themes. At the heart of his discussion is the looming currency reset and systemic banking collapse, primarily triggered by unsustainable levels of national and commercial debt.

Dr. Young’s analysis underscores a significant shift in the traditional monetary system, which has long been dominated by the Federal Reserve and the US dollar.

He posits that a fundamental transformation is on the horizon, driven by a deliberate policy decision to cut interest rates despite the presence of inflation. This move, aimed at devaluing the dollar, is intended to manage and inflate away the substantial debt load that the nation is grappling with.

To contextualize this impending crisis, Dr. Young revisits historical financial crises, including the Dot-com bust, the 2008 Great Recession, and the economic shocks triggered by the 2020 pandemic.

His review highlights how interventions by the government and the Federal Reserve have consistently expanded national debt and manipulated monetary policy.

Notably, he points out the pattern of injecting trillions of dollars into the system at critical junctures, often in anticipation of financial shocks, suggesting a deliberate strategy of economic manipulation.

While cautioning against fraudulent crypto schemes such as QFS crypto, Dr. Young acknowledges the legitimacy of certain cryptocurrencies. This nuanced view underscores the complexity of the evolving financial landscape.

The most striking aspect of Dr. Young’s analysis is his prediction of a comprehensive overhaul of the current financial system.

He foresees the dismantling of the Federal Reserve, with the debt burden being forcibly transferred to the banking sector and financial elites.

Moreover, he anticipates the introduction of a new, gold-backed currency for the American people.

According to Dr. Young, this transition will be backed by military intervention, leveraging Executive Order 13818. This executive order targets corrupt actors by confiscating their assets and redistributing power to the people.

Dr. Young presents this impending transformation as a victory for the general public over entrenched financial and political corruption.

He suggests that this sweeping change, facilitated by an unprecedented governmental and military intervention, will recalibrate the balance of power in favor of the people.

For those seeking a deeper understanding of these predictions and the reasoning behind them, Dr. Young’s full video analysis offers valuable insights.

 As the world stands on the precipice of potentially seismic financial shifts, staying informed and understanding the broader implications of these changes is crucial.

https://youtu.be/oKTKH5p_4T8

Seeds of Wisdom RV and Economics Updates Tuesday Afternoon 2-24-26

Good Afternoon Dinar Recaps,

Iran Nears Deal for Chinese Supersonic Anti-Ship Missiles

CM-302 Acquisition Could Reshape Naval Balance in the Gulf

 Overview

Iran is reportedly close to finalizing a deal with China to purchase CM-302 supersonic anti-ship cruise missiles, according to multiple sources familiar with the negotiations.

The missile system — manufactured by China Aerospace Science and Industry Corporation — can travel approximately 290 kilometers, flying low and fast to evade naval defenses.

The potential acquisition comes as the United States increases its naval presence near Iran, including deployment of the USS Abraham Lincoln and USS Gerald R. Ford.

Key Developments

1. Advanced Anti-Ship Capability
The CM-302 is designed to:

• Travel at supersonic speeds

• Fly low to avoid radar detection

• Strike large naval vessels, including aircraft carriers

If deployed, it would significantly enhance Iran’s maritime strike capacity.

2. Negotiations Gained Momentum After Regional Conflict
Talks, reportedly ongoing for two years, accelerated following a brief June confrontation between Israel and Iran. Senior Iranian officials, including Deputy Defense Minister Massoud Oraei, traveled to China during discussions.

3. Possible Violation of U.N. Arms Restrictions
A finalized deal could contravene the 2006 United Nations arms embargo, reimposed last September. This would mark a major transfer of advanced military technology.

4. Broader Military Cooperation
Iran is also reportedly discussing:

• Surface-to-air missile systems

• Anti-ballistic defense weapons

• Anti-satellite technology

This signals deepening strategic alignment between Beijing and Tehran.

5. U.S. Strategic Response
President Donald Trump has warned of a tough stance if nuclear negotiations falter. Meanwhile, U.S. carrier strike groups have assembled in the region, underscoring heightened military readiness.

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Why It Matters

The CM-302 is not symbolic — it is a carrier-threat weapon system.

Its deployment could:

• Complicate U.S. naval operations in the Persian Gulf

• Strengthen Iran’s deterrence posture

• Shift tactical calculations in regional conflicts

• Escalate U.S.–China strategic rivalry

The deal reflects a broader geopolitical contest involving China, Russia, Iran, and the United States.

This is not just regional tension — it’s multipolar rivalry entering maritime trade corridors.

Why It Matters to Foreign Currency Holders

Geopolitical escalations affect financial systems in measurable ways:

• Rising Middle East tensions can drive oil price volatility

• Defense posturing influences commodity markets

• Safe-haven assets (gold, U.S. Treasuries) may see renewed demand

• Sanctions risks impact cross-border settlement systems

Energy markets and global shipping lanes remain critical arteries of the world economy.

Implications for the Global Reset

• Pillar 1: Military Power and Trade Corridors

Missile capability near key maritime chokepoints raises risk premiums for shipping and energy flows.

• Pillar 2: Strategic Bloc Consolidation

Deepening China-Iran defense ties reflect multipolar alignment, complicating U.S. containment strategies.

The transfer of advanced weapons technology signals that geopolitical competition is intensifying across both military and economic fronts.

This is not just a weapons deal — it’s a recalibration of naval deterrence in strategic waters.

Seeds of Wisdom Team View

The potential CM-302 deal represents more than arms procurement — it reflects shifting alliances in a tightening global chessboard.

When naval deployments increase and missile capabilities expand, markets take notice.

Military technology transfers often precede broader shifts in:

• Energy pricing

• Sanctions frameworks

• Capital movement

• Currency stability

This is not just military procurement — it’s geopolitical pressure testing the global financial system.

Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News™ Exclusive

Sources

• Modern Diplomacy — "Iran nears deal for Chinese supersonic missiles, posing new threat to U.S. Navy"

• Reuters — "Iran close to deal for Chinese anti-ship missiles, sources say"

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Russia Sells 300,000 Ounces of Gold as Prices Surge

BRICS Gold Strategy Shifts from Accumulation to Strategic Profit-Taking

Overview

A leading BRICS member, Russia, sold 300,000 ounces of gold in January, capitalizing on record-high prices near $5,500 per ounce, according to data from the Central Bank of Russia.

The transaction reportedly generated approximately $1.68 billion, marking Russia’s first gold sale since October. Despite the sale, Russia still holds roughly 74.5 million ounces in reserves.

The move comes amid years of aggressive gold accumulation by BRICS nations following Western sanctions imposed in 2022.

Key Developments

1. $1.68 Billion Strategic Sale
Russia reduced its holdings by 300,000 ounces, taking advantage of gold’s sharp rally. Even after the sale, reserves remain near historic highs.

2. Four-Year Gold Accumulation Trend
Since 2022, BRICS nations — including China, India, Brazil, and South Africa — have expanded gold reserves significantly.

The World Gold Council has reported that BRICS countries have been the largest net buyers of gold for two consecutive years.

3. Gold Up More Than 75% Year-Over-Year
The precious metal’s explosive rally has boosted sovereign portfolios and attracted retail and institutional investors alike.

4. Sanctions and Strategic Reserve Shifts
Gold accumulation accelerated after U.S. sanctions, positioning gold as a sanctions-resistant reserve asset for Russia and others.

5. BRICS Currency Speculation Fades
While speculation circulated about gold backing a new BRICS currency, internal divisions and economic differences have stalled such plans. The bloc remains financially diverse, with differing policy priorities among members.

Why It Matters

This is not simply a gold sale — it’s a liquidity maneuver within a broader reserve strategy.

Russia’s move suggests:

• Willingness to monetize high prices

• Confidence in maintaining large gold buffers

• Tactical reserve management amid geopolitical pressure

• Flexibility rather than rigid accumulation

Gold is functioning both as a store of value and a liquid strategic asset.

This is not just profit-taking — it’s reserve strategy in motion.

Why It Matters to Foreign Currency Holders

For those tracking global monetary realignment:

• Central bank gold sales at highs signal portfolio optimization

• Sustained BRICS buying supports long-term price floors

• Reserve diversification reduces reliance on dollar assets

• Retail gold demand reflects rising inflation and trade war hedging

Institutional capital has also rotated toward gold amid tariff tensions and geopolitical uncertainty.

Implications for the Global Reset

• Pillar 1: Reserve Asset Diversification

Gold continues to serve as a neutral reserve anchor, particularly for nations navigating sanctions and currency risk.

• Pillar 2: Strategic Liquidity Management

The ability to sell into strength demonstrates that gold is not merely symbolic — it is deployable capital.

Rather than abandoning accumulation, this sale may represent a measured rebalancing within a long-term diversification plan.

This is not just profit-taking — it’s reserve strategy in motion.

Seeds of Wisdom Team View

The narrative is evolving.

BRICS nations accumulated gold aggressively after 2022. Now, at record highs, we are seeing selective monetization.

This does not signal retreat — it signals strategy.

When sovereign reserves are actively managed rather than passively stored, gold becomes more than a hedge. It becomes a monetary lever.

This is not just commodity trading — it’s the rebalancing of monetary power assets.

Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News™ Exclusive

Sources

• Watcher.Guru — "BRICS Member Dumps 300,000 Ounces of Gold, Makes $1.68 Billion"

• World Gold Council — "Central Bank Gold Reserves and Demand Trends"

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Iraq Economic News and Points To Ponder Tuesday Afternoon 2-24-26

US Will Not Decide Iraq’s Prime Minister, Coordination Framework Says

2026-02-24 Shafaq News- Baghdad   Iraq’s Shiite Coordination Framework (CF) will not change its nominee for prime minister because of any US decision, senior lawmaker Bahaa Al-Araji told Shafaq News on Tuesday.

Reconstruction and Development (Al-Ima’ar wal Tanmiya) parliamentary bloc leader Al-Araji said the CF will assess the candidate’s acceptability within the alliance and among other political forces, adding that a meeting next week will name a nominee “whether Nouri Al-Maliki or another figure.” He denied receiving any US message and described the premiership as “a purely Iraqi matter.”

Earlier, Al-Maliki told Agence France-Presse he remains committed to his candidacy, as it was agreed within the Framework. Sources have explained to Shafaq News that Al-Maliki sees withdrawal as capitulation to US objections, while some leaders fear removing his name would carry the same political cost.

The Framework, parliament’s ruling alliance, remains divided over Al-Maliki’s bid amid US warnings linked to his 2006–2014 premiership and recent criticism by US President Donald Trump, who cautioned that his return could lead Washington to cut aid to Iraq. The dispute has delayed formal meetings, with mediation efforts underway and talk of rallying a majority vote to revoke his nomination.

Read more: Iraq’s next Prime Minister held hostage by US-Iran standoff

https://www.shafaq.com/en/Iraq/US-will-not-decide-Iraq-s-prime-minister-Coordination-Framework-says

February Fuel Prices Surge Internationally

2026-02-24 Shafaq News- Washington   Global refined fuel prices moved higher in the third week of February, with 95-octane gasoline reaching $660 per metric ton, S&P Global Commodity Insights Platts reported on Tuesday.

According to the figures shared, the average price of 95-octane gasoline increased 0.8% from $655 a week earlier.

Ninety-octane gasoline climbed to $638 per ton from $634, up 0.6%, while diesel registered a stronger gain, reaching $649 per ton compared with $634, a 2.4% rise.

Kerosene advanced to $688 per ton from $669, up 2.8%, and fuel oil moved up to $436 per ton from $428, marking a 1.9% increase. Liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) recorded one of the largest weekly jumps, averaging $541 per ton compared with $521 previously, up 3.8%.

In the broader energy market, Brent crude also edged higher, ticking up to $72 per barrel from $71, an increase of 1.4%.

https://www.shafaq.com/en/Economy/February-fuel-prices-surge-internationally

Iraq Inflation Steadies In Early 2026

2026-02-24 Shafaq News- Baghdad  Iraq’s inflation held ground in January 2026, keeping the cost of living largely unchanged compared with the same month last year, the Ministry of Planning reported on Tuesday.

Citing figures shared by the Central Statistical Organization and the Geographic Information Systems, Abdul Zahra Al-Hindawi, the Ministry's spokesperson, noted that monthly prices edged up slightly by 0.9% compared with December 2025.

On an annual basis, compared with 2024, inflation followed a shifting pattern throughout the year. Prices rose during the first five months of 2025, peaking in January with an annual increase of 2.3%. From June onward, annual inflation turned negative and continued to decline through the final months of the year.

Iraq’s annual inflation rate stood at 2.6% in 2024, down from 4.4% in 2023 and 5% in 2022, according to recent figures released by the International Monetary Fund (IMF).

Read more: Without oil: Iraq's economic future hanging in the balance

https://www.shafaq.com/en/Economy/Iraq-inflation-steadies-in-early-2026

Dollar Rises In Baghdad And Erbil

2026-02-24 Shafaq News- Baghdad/ Erbil   The US dollar closed Tuesday’s trading higher in Iraq, hovering around 153,000 dinars per 100 dollars.

According to a Shafaq News market survey, the dollar traded in Baghdad's Al-Kifah and Al-Harithiya exchanges at 153,500 dinars per 100 dollars, up from the morning session’s 153,300 dinars.

In the Iraqi capital, exchange shops sold the dollar at 154,000 dinars and bought it at 153,000 dinars, while in Erbil, selling prices stood at 153,150 dinars and buying prices at 153,100 dinars.

https://www.shafaq.com/en/Economy/Dollar-rises-in-Baghdad-and-Erbil-6

Gold Prices Gain In Baghdad And Erbil

2026-02-24   Shafaq News- Baghdad/ Erbil   On Tuesday, gold prices hovered around 1.12 million IQD per mithqal in Baghdad and Erbil markets, marking an increase from the previous session, according to a survey by Shafaq News Agency.

Gold prices on Baghdad's Al-Nahr Street recorded a selling price of 1.120 million IQD per mithqal (equivalent to five grams) for 21-carat gold, including Gulf, Turkish, and European varieties, with a buying price of 1.116 million IQD. Prices had closed at 1.104 million IQD on Monday.

The selling price for 21-carat Iraqi gold stood at 1.090 million IQD, while the buying price reached 1.086 million IQD.

In jewelry stores, the selling price per mithqal of 21-carat Gulf gold ranged between 1.120 million and 1.130 million IQD, while Iraqi gold sold for between 1.090 million and 1.100 million IQD.

In Erbil, 22-carat gold was sold at 1.178 million IQD per mithqal, 21-carat gold at 1.125 million IQD, and 18-carat gold at 965,000 IQD.   https://www.shafaq.com/en/Economy/Gold-prices-gain-in-Baghdad-and-Erbil

ISX Trades +$4M In Weekly Trading

2026-02-24 Shafaq News- Baghdad   The Iraq Stock Exchange (ISX) recorded more than 5 billion Iraqi dinars (roughly $4M) in trading value last week, marking an 82% increase compared with the previous week.

According to market data, 3.493 billion shares were traded worth 5.676 billion dinars, up 92% in volume from the previous week, through 3,680 transactions.

The ISX60 index closed at 966.09 points, reflecting a 1.43% increase from the previous session.

Investors traded shares of 74 companies, while 20 others saw no activity due to unmatched buy and sell orders. Ten companies remained suspended for failing to submit required disclosures.

Non-Iraqi investors purchased 100 million shares worth 55 million dinars through 44 transactions, while selling 1 billion shares valued at 2 billion dinars through 313 transactions.

The Iraq Stock Exchange holds five trading sessions per week, from Sunday to Thursday, and includes 104 listed Iraqi joint-stock companies representing the banking, telecommunications, industry, agriculture, insurance, financial investment, tourism, hotel, and service sectors.   https://www.shafaq.com/en/Economy/ISX-trades-4M-in-weekly-trading

The U.S. Debt ‘Black Hole’: We’ve Crossed the Event Horizon | Greg Weldon & Andy Schectman

The U.S. Debt ‘Black Hole’: We’ve Crossed the Event Horizon | Greg Weldon & Andy Schectman

Miles Franklin Media:  2-23-2026

Andy Schectman, Founder & CEO of Miles Franklin Precious Metals, sits down with Greg Weldon, CTA and Publisher of the Global Macro Strategy Report, to break down what Weldon calls the U.S. debt “black hole” and why the global financial system may have already crossed a point of no return.

Weldon explains how decades of monetary policy, rising debt dependence, and geopolitical resource competition are reshaping markets, currencies, and global power structures.

From yield curve control and inflation dynamics to gold’s role as a measure of trust, Schectman and Weldon explore why today’s economic pressures may signal a fundamental shift in the financial system.

As debt accelerates beyond sustainable growth, Weldon argues the consequences could include persistent inflation, declining purchasing power, and a lower standard of living, while gold increasingly reflects a growing loss of confidence in the monetary system.

 In this episode of Little by Little:

The U.S. debt “black hole” and financial system tipping points

Why markets may have crossed an economic event horizon

Inflation, deflation, and the future of purchasing power

Yield curve control and Treasury market risks

Gold as a signal of declining trust in global finance

00:00 Coming Up

01:15 Intro: Greg Weldon

09:21 Markets Then vs Now

13:23 No Relief Valve

18:06 World War III: Resources

22:55 Debt Tipping Point Black Hole

25:03 Monetary Armageddon Scenario

27:13 Inflation Meets AI Deflation

29:22 Physics Cycles & Volatility

32:26 Gold as Trust Barometer

34:19 China Resources & Rare Earths

 38:49 Advice for Young Investors

40:36 Diversify Beyond Stocks

45:56 Closing Remarks

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qJVb29D5rfw

Tuesday Coffee with MarkZ,. 02/24/2026

Tuesday Coffee with MarkZ,. 02/24/2026

Some highlights by PDK-Not verbatim

MarkZ Disclaimer: Please consider everything on this call as my opinion. People who take notes do not catch everything and its best to watch the video so that you get everything in context.  Be sure to consult a professional for any financial decisions

Member: Good morning all! Let’s have a great day

Member: do you think we will see the RV this week?

MZ: I don’t know if we will see it this week but, we have seen a lot of interesting things happening already.

MZ: Eerily quit on the bond side though. I am surprised. I was expecting fireworks…but, may be I was premature.

MZ: No updates yet on the QFS and the rumors it was going live today. I was really hoping to hear something positive on that front. They are claiming this is the week we will see it.

Member: I thought the QFS was supposed to already be running parallel to the SWIFT system,,,,ready to take over????

Member: Mike B says Marks sources and his own agree that today is Qfs day

Member: April 14 is World Quantum Day. World Quantum Day is an annual celebration that promotes public awareness and understanding of quantum science and technology. It is an international event celebrated in April

Member: do we need to open QFS accounts to exchange in?

Mod. Be careful ….There are a lot of QFS scammers out there. You cannot sign up for one now

MZ: There is no such thing as a QFS account  now. Don’t fall for it. The scams are unreal right now.

Member: There is no such thing as a qfs account. The qfs is the operating system, run in the background of financial systems, replaces the old slow swift system

Member: Clarity act, should hit the desk by March 1

Member: Iraq is avoiding putting their government together

Member: They said they would have the Makiki thing over with last night….guess its not true

Member: When has Iraq ever done what they said they would?????

Member: They have to seat the President before they seat the Prime Minister. They are claiming they are pushing for a resolution in Iraq. I think they will soon remove Malikis candidacy. And Sudani is by far the most popular candidate with the Iraq people.

Member: Iran is moving to extend its railway connection with Iraq and transform it into an international corridor.

Member: I am less interested in IQD than i am Venezuela now ....with American control on their economy i believe in a VES revaluation to kick things off

Member: President Trump does the State of the union speech tonight

Member: IMO Tonight would be a great smoke screen for any event to take place.

Member: I hope we all have a good day….Stay positive everyone….the best is yet to come.

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News, Rumors and Opinions Tuesday 2-24-2026

KTFA:

Henig:  IMO: Projects, projects, and more projects. Interesting.

Liên Chiểu container port to ignite Đà Nẵng's 'growth era’

February 23, 2026 - 09:05  Compiled by Công Thành 

The 22-berth port, designed to serve as the main logistics centre for the north-south railway and road systems and the East-West Economic Corridor 2 (EWEC2) linking Thailand, Myanmar, Laos and Việt Nam via Đà Nẵng’s port system, will be developed as an international gateway port.

ĐÀ NẴNG — The development of Liên Chiểu Port and its shared infrastructure is expected to deliver major economic benefits and become a powerful driver for Đà Nẵng’s sustainable growth, positioning the city as an international gateway port in central Việt Nam and integrating it more deeply into global maritime transport chains in the decades ahead.

Lê Thành Hưng, head of Đà Nẵng’s management unit for priority infrastructure projects, highlighted the strategic importance of the Liên Chiểu deep-sea port after a series of key works for the port’s infrastructure project were completed by the end of December 2025. These included a 1.17km breakwater dyke system and the dredging of a 7.3km shipping channel, paving the way for preparatory works ahead of the construction of the first two container berths, scheduled to begin in the first quarter of 2026.

“The construction of Liên Chiểu deep-sea port will be one of the key pillars in the city’s master plan to 2030, with a vision to 2045, when Đà Nẵng’s socio-economic development will be based on three main pillars: tourism, high-tech industries and the sea-based economy. The port has been designed on an area of 450ha, including water space, with a total handling capacity of 50 million tonnes of cargo per year,” Hưng said.

“Liên Chiểu Port will serve as the main logistics centre for the north-south railway and road systems, and as an international gateway for the central coastal region. The port will become an international gateway and a logistics hub for Việt Nam, ASEAN and the Asia-Pacific region, as well as a key entry point to the East Sea from the sub-Mekong region.”

“It will be capable of accommodating vessels of up to 100,000 DWT, with a system of berths for container ships, bulk cargo, liquid and gas carriers, barges and public port authorities, while also ensuring defence and security services,” he added.

The first phase of construction will include two to four berths and piers, providing services with a capacity of between 7.5 million and 11.9 million tonnes of cargo to meet international transhipment demand by 2030.

The port has been designed with 22 berths, including eight container berths with a capacity of 18,000 twenty-foot equivalent units (TEUs). Construction of the first two berths will focus on international container shipping services, reflecting Liên Chiểu’s role as a major commercial port in the region and one of the key gateways to the East Sea from the sub-Mekong region.

He revealed that two investor groups had submitted bids. One is a partnership between local Hateco Group and the Netherlands’ APM Terminals B.V., while the other brings together Việt Nam Maritime Corporation and Terminal Investment Limited Holding of Luxembourg. Their bidding documents were submitted at the tender closing and opening on December 24.

“We are working with consultancy firms and relevant agencies to review the bidding documents of the two consortiums for approval by the city’s authorities in January, and a ground-breaking ceremony for the construction of the first container berths is expected to take place in the first quarter of 2026,” he said.

“It is expected that the first two container berths will be put into operation in the fourth quarter of 2028, while two more berths will start construction from the first quarter of 2029 to the fourth quarter of 2032, with operations planned from the first quarter of 2033,” he said.

He added that the final three berths would be built between 2033 and 2035 for use in 2036.

“The early operation of the Liên Chiểu container port would help Đà Nẵng City improve cargo clearance capacity, reduce logistics costs and attract import-export demand from the city and the central region," he said.

“Liên Chiểu container port would also help lure investment into industrial parks, the planned Free Trade Zone, international logistics centres and port services.”

Liên Chiểu Port is regarded as one of the most important projects in the Master Plan, linked to the newly established Free Trade Zone. It will be built on a total area of 450ha with an investment of VNĐ3.4 trillion (US$130 million).

The 22-berth port, designed to serve as the main logistics centre for the north-south railway and road systems and the East-West Economic Corridor 2 (EWEC2) linking Thailand, Myanmar, Laos and Việt Nam via Đà Nẵng’s port system, will be developed as an international gateway port, the third in Việt Nam after Lạch Huyện Port in Hải Phòng City and Cái Mép-Thị Vải. — VNS

https://vietnamnews.vn/economy.....h-era.html

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Henig: IMO: ....And MORE projects.

Infrastructure development for digital, green transformation promoted

 February 23, 2026 - 10:03

 The Ministry of Construction has officially put into operation the national database on construction activities along with key digital systems and platforms of the sector, giving concrete form to the Party’s and the State’s policies on accelerating the development of science and technology, innovation and national digital transformation.

HÀ NỘI — Developing infrastructure, particularly serving digital and green transformation, is one of the Ministry of Construction's key tasks in 2026, aiming to enhance the effectiveness of state management in the construction sector.

This transformation provides a foundation for connecting and sharing data with ministries, sectors and localities, promoting the development of digital government, the digital economy and smart cities.

Recently, the Ministry of Construction officially put into operation the national database on construction activities along with key digital systems and platforms of the sector, giving concrete form to the Party’s and the State’s policies on accelerating the development of science and technology, innovation and national digital transformation.

These policies include the Politburo's Resolution 57 on breakthroughs in science and technology development, innovation and national digital transformation; the Government's Resolution 71 on amending, supplementing, and updating the Government’s action programmes implementing Resolution 57; and directives from the central steering committee on science and technology development, innovation, and digital transformation.

Nguyễn Việt Hùng, Deputy Minister of Construction said: “The establishment of the national database on construction activities marks an important shift in management, and builds a unified data foundation, creating effective supports in direction and administration, while providing official and transparent information to citizens and businesses.”

According to Lê Thanh Tùng, director of the Information Technology Centre under the Ministry of Construction, the national database on construction activities is integrated with specialised databases of many fields, including infrastructures of railway, road and aviation, professional ability in construction sector, seagoing vessels and seafarers in the maritime sector, vehicle inspection, urban clean water supply and drainage, housing and the real estate market, and urban development.

The synchronised operation of these databases and information systems has formed a unified, consistent and interconnected digital data infrastructure from the central to local levels.

This is a foundation for modern, transparent, and data-driven management, improving the efficiency of administrative procedures and reducing time and costs for citizens and businesses.

These databases and information systems also help strengthen supervision, monitoring and evaluation of the quality of public services provided by state agencies, while supporting leaders in forecasting and policymaking in construction, urban development and technical infrastructure.

They provide a basis for data connectivity and sharing with ministries, sectors and localities, promoting digital government, the digital economy and smart cities.

Đông Minh Tiến, a representative of Đông Tiến Transport Enterprise in Nghệ An Province, noted that sharing digitised and stored database among citizens and businesses would eliminate repeated submissions, making administrative transactions among agencies, organisations and enterprises more convenient and time-saving.

At the conference reviewing the Ministry of Construction’s performance in 2025 and outlining tasks for 2026, Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính emphasised that one of the construction sector’s breakthroughs would be the development of science and technology, innovation, digital transformation, green transformation and the circular economy with a focus on green transport and smart urban development.

The PM said that 2026 would be a year of special significance as it is the first year of implementing the resolution of the 14th National Party Congress and the socio-economic development plan for the 2026–2030 period.

One of the three strategic breakthroughs is the development of synchronised and modern infrastructure, especially multimodal transport infrastructure, technology infrastructure, infrastructure serving digital transformation, green transformation and energy transition to achieve double-digit growth.

In 2026, the Ministry of Construction aims to implement a project to establish an innovation centre to carry out tasks in the new phase associated with digital transformation.

In addition, the ministry will implement the project on developing a national key laboratory system for railways (high-speed rail and urban railways) and smart infrastructure to serve research, transfer and mastery of technologies for deploying key national railway projects.

According to statistics from the Government’s monitoring system, the Ministry of Construction completed its assigned tasks in 2025 relating to building e-government and digital transformation, with a satisfaction rate of 93.3 per cent from citizens and businesses using public services provided by the ministry. — VNS

https://vietnamnews.vn/economy.....moted.html

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Courtesy of Dinar Guru:  https://www.dinarguru.com/

Militia Man   There's a lot of misconceptions out there.  Not a lot but some.  One of the things is that the Central Bank of Iraq is absolute in this regard.  Under Iraq Central Bank Law #56 o 2004 Article 2 the CBI has bull operational independence in monetary policy...Decisions on exchange rate regime, digital dinar roll out, reserves management, parallel market controls or a future managed REER adjustment are not subject to political, religious or seasonal calendars, including Ramadan. 

Jeff   Historically Iraq [dinar] has always been above Kuwait [dinar] value...Today the value of the Kuwaiti dinar against the US dollar is $3.26...Historically Iraq was always a higher currency value than Kuwait...Undo what was done to lower the value of Iraq's currency...OFAC sanctions, take the sanctions off, the currency value reinstates back to $3.22,  put some inflation on that over 22 years, probably somewhere in the the high $3 range, just shy of $4.

Mnt Goat  Hang on to your seats because the next couple weeks are going to be explosive, but right now we are in waiting mode until these Iranian issues are resolved...The Iraqi speaker of parliament has put all sessions on hold...until these issues are settled...my CBI contact... assures me that unless the Iranian influence in Iraq is addressed, along with tensions from Tehran, there will not be a reinstatement. The US will not sign off and will hold it up...Many of us may look at what is happening in Iraq as gloom and doom with this Iranian issues...Let’s keep looking at the glass as half full and not empty....things in Iraq are known to change suddenly and pivot...

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Texas Becomes First State With Sovereign Bullion Supply Chain

Lynette Zang: 2-23-2026

Texas just made history. It’s now the first U.S. state with a full sovereign bullion supply chain — manufacturing, distributing, and vaulting state-branded gold and silver through the Texas Bullion Depository.

Citizens can now buy gold and silver directly from a state-run system!

Chapters:

00:00 Texas Launches State-Run Gold & Silver

00:50 Liquidity Is the Real Issue

01:06 The Liquidity Pyramid

01:44 Derivatives: The Hidden Threat

02:04 $714 Trillion or $616 Quadrillion?

 03:17 The Derivatives Time Bomb

04:36 Securitized Debt & Financial Engineering

05:34 The Debt Crisis Is Already Here

06:02 The Currency Illusion

06:52 Why Gold & Silver Sit at the Base

08:04 Hedging vs. Speculation

09:03 Wall Street: The Casino Economy

10:25 Easy Money & Asset Bubbles

10:50 Sound Money vs. Fiat

11:46 Protecting Your Wealth Outside the System

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HF8qeBAo8co

Seeds of Wisdom RV and Economics Updates Tuesday Morning 2-24-26

Good Morning Dinar Recaps,

Trump Imposes 15% Global Tariffs After Supreme Court Setback

Section 122 Activated as Economists Challenge “Crisis” Justification

 Overview

U.S. President Donald Trump has announced new 15% tariffs on imports from all countries, invoking Section 122 of the Trade Act of 1974 — just hours after the Supreme Court of the United States struck down his previous IEEPA-based tariff framework.

The White House describes the move as necessary to address a “large and serious” balance-of-payments deficit, citing a $1.2 trillion goods trade deficit, a 4% of GDP current account deficit, and a reversal of the U.S. primary income surplus.

Collections began at midnight Tuesday, replacing earlier tariffs ranging from 10% to 50%.

Key Developments

1. Section 122 Tariffs Activated
Section 122 allows tariffs of up to 15% for 150 days to address balance-of-payments concerns. The administration is framing the U.S. trade imbalance as justification for emergency trade measures.

2. Supreme Court Strikes Down Prior Tariffs
The ruling by the Supreme Court invalidated tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA), prompting the administration to pivot immediately to a different statutory authority.

3. Economists Dispute the “Crisis” Narrative
Former IMF official Gita Gopinath stated that a true balance-of-payments crisis occurs when a country loses market access or faces surging borrowing costs — conditions not currently present in the U.S.

Experts including Mark Sobel, Josh Lipsky, and Brad Setser argue that:

• The floating-dollar system remains stable

• Treasury yields do not indicate distress

• A trade deficit does not equal a balance-of-payments crisis

4. Legal Questions Surround Section 122
Legal scholars such as Neal Katyal have warned that Section 122 may not be designed to address long-standing trade deficits. The statute historically targets short-term balance-of-payments emergencies — not structural trade gaps.

Small-business advocacy groups, including Liberty Justice Center, are monitoring the situation closely, particularly regarding refunds for previously struck-down tariffs.

Why It Matters

This marks a significant escalation in trade policy:

• Across-the-board global tariffs

• Rapid legal pivot after judicial defeat

• Potential new wave of court challenges

• Heightened uncertainty for global trade partners

The administration’s framing of a balance-of-payments “crisis” introduces a new legal and economic narrative — one not widely supported by mainstream economists.

Crisis or Strategy? The Battle Over America’s Trade Deficit

Why It Matters to Foreign Currency Holders

For those watching global financial realignment:

• Broad tariffs can pressure global supply chains

• Trade actions may influence dollar strength and capital flows

• Legal instability adds volatility to Treasury and currency markets

• Protectionist measures can accelerate de-dollarization discussions abroad

If challenged successfully in court, refund obligations and policy reversals could also impact fiscal planning.

Implications for the Global Reset

• Pillar 1: Trade Policy as Monetary Lever

Tariffs are increasingly being used not only for industrial policy but as tools to influence external balances and currency dynamics.

• Pillar 2: Legal Limits of Executive Power

The Supreme Court’s intervention underscores growing judicial scrutiny over executive economic authority, adding uncertainty to long-term trade frameworks.

The broader theme: trade, law, and currency policy are converging.

This is not just tariff policy — it’s a recalibration of economic power tools.

Seeds of Wisdom Team View

The $1.2 trillion trade deficit is real — but whether it constitutes a crisis is fiercely debated.

Markets currently show:

• Stable Treasury demand

• No borrowing-cost surge

• Continued dollar reserve dominance

The clash now moves from economics to the courts.

If Section 122 faces similar judicial challenges, trade policy may enter a prolonged period of uncertainty — with ripple effects across markets.

This is not just politics — it’s global finance restructuring before our eyes.

Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News™ Exclusive

Sources

• Modern Diplomacy — "Trump Rolls Out New Tariffs Amid Debate Over Balance-of-Payments Claims"

• Reuters — "Trump invokes Section 122 tariffs after Supreme Court ruling"
  

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Brazil’s Lula Urges BRICS Shift to National Currency Trade

De-Dollarization Debate Moves to Center Stage Ahead of India Summit

Overview

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has publicly urged BRICS nations to prioritize trade in national currencies, openly acknowledging that the United States “won’t like it.”

Speaking on Monday, Lula questioned why Brazil must use the U.S. dollar when trading with India or China, arguing that direct currency settlement is both possible and preferable.

The issue is expected to feature prominently at the next **BRICS summit in India.

Key Developments

1. Call to Bypass the U.S. Dollar
Lula emphasized that BRICS members should trade directly in their own currencies, reducing dependence on the dollar in bilateral commerce.

He posed direct questions:

• Why must Brazil use the dollar to trade with India?

• Why not settle in real and rupee?

• Why not use real and yuan for Brazil-China trade?

2. Finance Ministers and Central Banks Tasked
Lula stated that finance ministers and central bank leaders must develop the mechanisms necessary to make national currency settlement operational within BRICS frameworks.

3. Acknowledgment of U.S. Opposition
“The U.S. won’t like it,” Lula admitted — but framed the initiative as a move toward fairer trade and reduced penalties for smaller nations.

4. Timing Amid Global Trade Tensions
The remarks come as several BRICS members have recently negotiated trade arrangements with Washington to avoid tariffs — highlighting the delicate balance between economic alignment and monetary independence.

Why It Matters

This is a direct challenge to the dollar-centric global trade system.

While BRICS has long discussed alternative settlement systems, Lula’s comments signal:

• Renewed political momentum

• Public framing of de-dollarization

• Coordination at the leadership level

• Institutional pressure on finance ministries

The debate is no longer theoretical — it is being elevated to summit-level negotiations.

This is not just trade diversification — it’s a strategic shift in settlement power.

Why It Matters to Foreign Currency Holders

For those watching global monetary shifts:

• National currency trade reduces structural demand for U.S. dollars

• Bilateral settlement agreements reshape foreign exchange flows

• Central banks may expand currency swap lines

• Commodity pricing mechanisms could gradually diversify

Even incremental changes in settlement practices can alter global liquidity patterns over time.

Implications for the Global Reset

• Pillar 1: Payment System Diversification

National currency trade initiatives represent parallel settlement architecture developing alongside the dollar system.

• Pillar 2: Sovereign Monetary Autonomy

By promoting local currency usage, BRICS nations are asserting greater control over trade financing and reserve exposure.

If implemented gradually, this shift would not dismantle the dollar overnight — but it could reduce marginal dependency year by year.

This is not just diplomacy — it’s a measured rebalancing of global currency influence.

Seeds of Wisdom Team View

The significance is not in rhetoric — it’s in coordination.

When heads of state publicly instruct finance ministers and central bankers to build non-dollar trade systems, structural change becomes plausible.

Whether execution matches ambition remains to be seen. But the direction is clear:

BRICS is not just expanding — it is exploring monetary independence.

This is not just de-dollarization talk — it’s the architecture of alternative payment rails in motion.

Seeds of Wisdom Team
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Sources

• https://watcher.guru/news/brics-push-for-trade-in-national-currencies-brazil-president

• Reuters — "Lula urges BRICS trade in local currencies ahead of summit"

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Iraq Economic News and Points To Ponder Tuesday Morning 2-24-26

The Minister Of Oil Reassures Employees: Incentives Are Fixed And The Rights Of Sector Employees Will Not Be Affected.

Money and Business   Economy News – Baghdad   Oil Minister Hayyan Abdul Ghani affirmed the ministry’s commitment to maintaining the incentive levels received by employees of the oil sector, stressing that there is no intention to tamper with them, in light of what has been circulating regarding government measures related to reducing some privileges.

The minister explained that the gatherings witnessed at the gates of the Ministry of Oil were peaceful demonstrations organized by a number of affiliates after news circulated about the possibility of reducing incentives, indicating that the ministry attaches great importance to the stability of the conditions of workers in this vital sector.

Abdul Ghani pointed out that the ministry is working to raise crude oil production rates from 3 million and 400 thousand barrels per day to more than 3 million and 450 thousand barrels per day, in addition to the quantities exported through the Ceyhan port, noting that the quantities of oil received from the Kurdistan Region amounted to 210 thousand barrels per day.

He added that the oil sector personnel played a key role in increasing the production of oil derivatives and achieving self-sufficiency, as well as the remarkable development in the gas sector and the investment of extracted quantities to operate gas stations.

The minister stressed that the ministry, with the support and follow-up of the Prime Minister, is keen to ensure the stability of the financial privileges of employees, in line with the importance of the oil sector and its pivotal role in supporting the national economy.  https://economy-news.net/content.php?id=66028

The Dollar Rises Slightly Against The Turkish Lira.

Money and Business   Economy News - Follow-up   The exchange rate of the US dollar against the Turkish lira recorded a slight increase in trading on Tuesday, reaching 43.86 Turkish lira, an increase of 0.03 lira from yesterday's close, equivalent to a change of 0.06%, amid continued pressure on the Turkish currency.

This move comes at a time when market indicators point to a clear gap between official rhetoric and monetary policy on the one hand, and investor behavior on the other. Despite more than two years of monetary tightening aimed at curbing inflation, which has fallen to around 31%, the cost of these policies on economic activity and purchasing power has limited any improvement in confidence in the lira in the near term.

The dollar had earlier touched a new record high of 43.16 lira, reflecting continued pressure in the exchange market and reinforcing questions about the ability of current monetary policy to restore monetary balance and support currency stability in the coming period.   https://economy-news.net/content.php?id=66032

The Crisis In Iranian Exports To Iraq: Customs Tariffs Reduce Khuzestan's Trade By 50%

Money and Business    Economy News – Baghdad   The head of the Ahvaz Chamber of Commerce, Shahla Amouri, stated that the value of non-oil exports from Iran’s Khuzestan province to Iraq, one of Iran’s most important strategic trading partners, has decreased by about 50%, and attributed this “sharp” decline to customs pricing policies.

Amouri stated that comparative customs data showed a significant decrease in shipments to Iraq. Exports from Khuzestan to Iraq amounted to $2.167 billion in the first nine months of the last Iranian year, but fell to $1.219 billion in the first ten months of the current year, marking a decline of approximately 50% in the value of exports to this strategic trading partner.

She pointed out that the main challenge lies in the way customs authorities calculate the value of exported goods, stressing that officials still rely on reference prices set by the state, which are significantly different from market reality and competitive prices in export markets.

Amouri explained that when an exporter sells goods in the competitive Iraqi market for $100, customs authorities may record the value at $150 based on internal calculations and guidelines. As a result, the exporter is required to repatriate foreign currency equivalent to the higher declared value.

According to the head of the Ahvaz Chamber of Commerce, this approach has created what she described as a "false commitment to foreign currency," where the government and the central bank expect traders to bring $150 back into the local economic cycle, even though they only receive $100 from the buyer.

She noted that this discrepancy forces exporters to seek the shortage in the open market to meet their foreign currency obligations, leading to increasing losses and, in many cases, to companies exiting the target markets.

Amouri added that exporters also face significant additional costs to circumvent sanctions and transfer funds into the country, expenses not accounted for by customs authorities or the central bank. Nevertheless, traders are required to repatriate the full amount declared in customs documents, even if this figure exceeds the actual value of the transaction.

She went on to say that increasing financial pressures have prompted many exporters in Khuzestan to withdraw from the Iraqi market, warning that unless the customs authorities review their evaluation methods, raising the ceiling on foreign currency transfers will only further penalize exporters and accelerate the erosion of what remains of the province's trade.

The Iraqi government raised customs duties by percentages ranging between 5% and 30%, distributed across brackets starting from 5%, 10% and 15%, up to the maximum limit of 30%.

These ratios cover the entire customs tariff register consisting of 99 chapters containing approximately 16,400 customs items, which are the items adopted globally in trade.   https://economy-news.net/content.php?id=66021

Iraq Asserts Its Maritime Rights At The United Nations... A Sovereign Move That Faces Kuwaiti And Gulf Objections!

Reports    Economy News – Baghdad   In a remarkable diplomatic and legal development, Iraq officially deposited its maritime maps with the United Nations based on the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea, which opened the door to a political and legal debate with Kuwait, and broad Gulf solidarity with the Kuwaiti position.

According to an official notification issued by the United Nations (reference MZN172.2026.LOS) dated 18 February 2026, Iraq deposited on 19 January and 9 February 2026 lists of geographical coordinates accompanied by an illustrative map, pursuant to Article 16, paragraph 2, Article 75, paragraph 2, and Article 84, paragraph 2 of the Convention.

The deposit relates to determining straight baselines and baselines originating from island elevations, in addition to measuring the territorial sea, contiguous zone, exclusive economic zone and continental shelf, with the adoption of the World Geodetic System (WGS-84) as a reference for coordinates, and this procedure replaces previous deposits in 2011 and 2021.

On December 3, 2025, Iraq officially deposited its maritime boundary map with the United Nations, pursuant to Cabinet Resolution No. (266) of 2025. This resolution approved the map, which was prepared by an Iraqi technical and legal team that conducted hydrographic studies and measurements to determine the coordinates in accordance with relevant international agreements.

The map also affirms respect for the rights of neighboring countries and guarantees freedom of navigation and the smooth flow of traffic. The Iraqi government reiterated its commitment to the relevant Security Council resolutions concerning relations with Kuwait and its intention to continue the technical and legal process for demarcating the maritime boundary beyond marker 162, as part of its efforts to resolve outstanding issues and build balanced relations with neighboring countries.

The Iraqi Ministry of Foreign Affairs stressed in a statement issued on February 22, 2026, that the decision to deposit the map of maritime zones is a sovereign matter based on national laws, the provisions of the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea, and the rules of international law.

It emphasized that the determination of maritime zones came to collect and complete previous legal procedures in one document supported by accurate coordinates, taking into account the development in international law of the sea, including the expansion of the coastal state’s jurisdiction, and noting that no state has the right to interfere in this matter, while Iraq respects the provisions and principles of international law.

In response, the Kuwaiti Ministry of Foreign Affairs asserted that the list of coordinates and map submitted by the Republic of Iraq to the United Nations, as it described it, infringes upon Kuwait's sovereignty over its maritime zones and established and stable watersheds in relation to Iraq, such as Fasht al-Qaid and Fasht al-Aij, over which Kuwait maintains its full sovereignty has never been disputed.

The Kuwaiti Foreign Ministry summoned the Iraqi chargé d'affaires to deliver a formal protest note, urging Baghdad to consider the historical relationship between the two countries and to act responsibly in accordance with the rules of international law, the provisions of the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea, and bilateral understandings and agreements.

The UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Bahrain announced their solidarity with Kuwait in the measures it is taking to protect its rights and interests, affirming their rejection of any infringement on its sovereignty or claims affecting its maritime zones, and stressing the importance of adhering to international law and the provisions of the 1982 agreement.

Saudi Arabia also affirmed its categorical rejection of any claims by any other party to rights in the submerged divided zone adjacent to the Saudi-Kuwaiti divided zone, noting the need to respect Security Council Resolution 833 concerning the demarcation of the border between the two countries.

On the domestic front, MP Mohammed Jassim Al-Khafaji asserted that the Kuwaiti map of maritime areas demonstrates the extent of the encroachment on Iraqi territorial waters, considering that this explains Kuwait’s strong objection to the new Iraqi map.

He explained that the Iraqi map was prepared by a technical and legal committee of 24 members formed under Diwani Order No. 480 of 2024, and included Iraqi experts along with two foreign experts, one German and the other Lebanese. He indicated that the Kuwaiti map was approved under Amiri Decree No. 317 of 2014, while Iraq completed its map in 2026, after about 12 years, stressing that the file requires follow-up and a strong will to protect sovereign rights.

For his part, Jamal Al-Halbousi, an expert on borders and international waters, confirmed that the preparation of the map of Iraqi maritime areas was done according to a professional technical and legal process with the participation of Iraqi and international experts, and that the joint Iraqi-Kuwaiti committee held 13 meetings and had been aware of the map for several months.

He pointed out that the map was presented in February 2025 to the German expert, Rodger Wolfren, the former head of the Sea Court, who expressed his support for the professionalism of the work, noting that there was what he described as an overreach in the Kuwaiti map issued in 2014.

He explained that a specialized committee within the Department of Marine Sciences at the United Nations studied the map and found it, according to his statement, to be consistent with the provisions of the 1982 United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea in terms of the measurements and materials used.

He indicated that the map defined Iraq's maritime extent as 86 nautical miles from the baseline, comprising 12 nautical miles for the territorial sea, 12 nautical miles for the contiguous zone, and 62 nautical miles for the exclusive economic zone, noting that some fields share the contiguous and exclusive economic zones. https://economy-news.net/content.php?id=65982

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