Iraq News Highlights and Points to Ponder Tuesday AM 11-12-24

Al-Sudani's Advisor Announces US Treasury Support Mechanisms For Iraq

Posted on2024-11-11 by sotaliraq

The Prime Minister's Advisor, Mazhar Muhammad Salih, announced the mechanisms of the US Treasury's support for Iraq since 2003, while pointing to the continuation of consultations with the US Treasury regarding combating money laundering.

Saleh said in a statement to the official media: “The cooperation and coordination between Iraq and the US Treasury extends back to the first years since the change of the former regime,” indicating that “the Treasury played an important supporting role in supporting the Paris Club agreement in 2004 concerned with writing off Iraq’s debts called pre-1990 debts, and the presence of Treasury representatives in the Paris Club agreement secretariat helped ensure the writing off of 80% or more of the former regime’s debts.”

“The US Treasury succeeded in supporting infrastructure financing in Iraq through the conference held in the Spanish capital, Madrid, on October 23-24, 2003.

Its primary goal was to mobilize financial support for the reconstruction of Iraq after the US-led invasion in 2003. Seventy countries and international organizations participated in the conference,”

he added, explaining that “the conference was able to collect pledges amounting to about $33 billion, but a large part of these amounts was in the form of loans or technical support, and not all of it was direct financial aid.”

He explained that “the US Treasury contributed to establishing the Iraqi payments system in 2006 through a direct technical agreement with the Central Bank of Iraq to establish a wholesale payments system between the Central Bank on the one hand and the banks and the government in transferring funds and settling them electronically on the other hand, in addition to entering the era of settling bank checks electronically as well, which are matters in financial technology that are being introduced for the first time in our country,”

noting that “from the history of the important assistance provided by the Treasury, it has played an important role in replacing the local, fast-forgery edition of the dinar that was issued during the nineties siege in the largest campaign that Iraq witnessed between late 2003 and early 2004 with the international edition of the dinar, according to the highest international technical specifications.”

He stressed that “since the signing of the Strategic Framework Agreement in 2008 until today, there have been continuous consultations between representatives of the financial and monetary authorities in our country and the treasury to cooperate in combating money laundering and the proceeds of crime and terrorism in a manner that achieves governance and compliance for our financial and banking system as well as its optimal integration into the global financial and economic climate.”  LINK

Indomie And Dollar Smuggling: Has Fast Food Become A Cover For Currency Smuggling From Iraq?

Posted on 2024-11-11 by sotaliraq  Economic expert, Nabil Al-Marsoumi, raised questions about the significant increase in Iraq’s imports of Indomie, and its possible connection to the smuggling of dollars abroad.

According to data from the General Authority of Customs, Iraq imported about 64,185 tons of Indomie during 2023 from all border crossings, except for the Kurdistan Region, at a cost of $17.7 million, or the equivalent of 23.6 billion dinars, recording an increase of 18% over 2022.

Al-Marsoumi points out, in a blog post, that the value of Indomie imports may exceed $50 million annually, given that two-thirds of imports pass through Kurdistan ports and unofficial ports, without being registered with the General Authority of Customs.

It is believed that the import bills for Indomie carry huge amounts that may be much higher than the announced figures.

This discrepancy surprised the US Federal Reserve, which in turn wondered whether these imports reflect a real demand from Iraqis for Indomie, or whether they are an indirect means of smuggling dollars abroad.   LINK

Is The Grand Faw Port Iraq's Gateway To Global Trade?

Posted on 2024-11-12 by sotaliraq    In a move that represents a qualitative leap for the Iraqi economy, the government has opened five new docks within the Faw Grand Port project, raising questions about the possibility of transforming the port into a new starting point for global trade.

This project, which comes within the framework of the “Development Road” initiative, is one of the largest logistics projects in Iraq and the region, as it aims to link the Arabian Gulf with Europe through an integrated transportation network.

Economic experts confirm that the Faw Port will contribute to correcting the course of the Iraqi economy, by providing a giant infrastructure that supports all sectors, increases job opportunities, and enhances Iraq's competitiveness in the international economic arena.

With the completion of the remaining phases of the project by 2028, its capacity is expected to reach 91 million tons annually, making it one of the largest ports in the region and enhancing Iraq’s position as a major hub for global trade.

The economic expert, Maitham Al-Bolani, said, “The starting point of the development path is the port of Faw, which has become a reality in economic life and the first real infrastructure for developing the national economy and has a positive impact on the global economy, especially since the development path is being implemented in an Iraqi-Turkish-Emirati-Qatari partnership, and the Turkish side, in its first steps, concluded a quadripartite agreement with Hungary, Serbia and Bulgaria with the aim of delivering goods to the farthest parts of the world.”

He stressed that “the port of Faw represents an important starting point for global trade in various directions, and thus this port has great economic feasibility, especially with the existence of the development road, as the port and the road complement each other, noting that Iraq will be a fertile and mature investment destination for manufacturing industries at the present time at the very least and strategically in the future.”

It is noteworthy that the member of the Parliamentary Finance Committee, Mustafa Al-Karawi, said that “the opening of the five docks and the completion of the investment in the Faw Port will contribute to supporting the development path, in addition to the fact that it will be part of the Silk Road, indicating that Iraq is located in a geographical area that makes it a link between the major countries, China and Europe.”

For his part, development consultant Amer Al-Jawahri said, “The Grand Faw Port is the first real step that will facilitate global trade and link the West of the world to its East by the shortest and least time-consuming routes.

It will also enhance the volume of Iraq’s international trade with East Asian countries, where there is a large volume of trade and achieves fluidity in this regard.”

He pointed out that “the completion of all stages of the Grand Faw Port, and its being a starting point for the development path, will enhance the reality of the Iraqi economy, and Iraq will be a real attraction point with great and sustainable benefit for Iraq.”

He pointed out that "Iraq, through this port, will be of new benefit to European countries as well and the West in general, and they will develop tendencies to invest in Iraq and its regions close to this project."

Al-Jawahiri recommended “establishing the executive body for the development road project, of which the Faw Port is an important part, complementary to the new road and railway projects and other projects in more than one economic joint, which is considered a necessity for this project.”

He pointed out the "importance of concluding agreements with several countries that have a direct impact on the process of managing the integrated project, starting with the port and the development path with all its institutions."

He stressed the “necessity of forming the Faw Economic Zone Authority, which will handle the issues of economic and industrial cities and the technological city, all the way to the tourist city, which is an important part of the region and of great benefit. Here, we stress the necessity of forming institutions and the authority with legislation, so that it will transcend the successive governments that have managed the country.”  LINK

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PETER SCHIFF SLAMS DONALD TRUMP’S STRATEGIC BITCOIN RESERVE PROPOSAL

With the incoming Donald Trump administratation, crypto might play a key role, but Peter Schiff thinks Bitcoin Reserve proposal is a bad idea

▪️  Peter Schiff has watered down the hyped Bitcoin reserve proposal

▪️  He believes the move might crash the US Dollar in the long term

▪️  Many differ from Schiff with Bhutan also keeping a BTC Reserve

Peter Schiff, the core BTC critic has slammed the strategic BTC Reserve proposal that might come into effect with the re-election of former President Donald Trump. While many industry leaders and some lawmakers are celebrating this proposal, Peter Schiff has detailed why this move, if achieved, can destroy the United States.

Peter Schiff and the Deadly Bitcoin Reserve Cycle
As an economist, Schiff has always decried the massive focus on BTC as an investment asset. While the industry has continued to move forward despite his warnings, the banter has not ceased. Peter Schiff said if the US Government establishes a Bitcoin reserve and acquires 1 million BTC, it might buy more.

Based on his analysis, this initial purchase will push the price of the coin to a new high, turning many early buyers into millionaires and billionaires. 

This push mights see these investors sell their coins to cash out the profits accrued over the years. As the Bitcoin critic noted, this will make the BTC holding of the US government fall drastically.

To save face, the government might print dollars to buy more BTC to keep the price afloat. As Schiff noted, this is unsustainable as Bitcoin in this instance cannot stand as a proper hedge for the dollar. His believes this reality might greatly devalue the US Dollar. However, he noted that Bitcoin price will also tank in the long term.

The plans for a Bitcoin reserve has gained traction in Congress with Senator Cynthia Lummis publishing a Bill in that regard. President-elect Donald Trump has reiterated his plans for Bitcoin with many having high hopes on what comes next.

The Other Side of the Coin
While Peter Schiff has a negative view about a BTC reserve, other industry leaders have a different view. Advocates of the move believes the premier cryptocurrency have the right technology to tag as a store of value.

The growing demand for the coin, sparked in part by MicroStrategy’s bullish accumulation, has helped fuel its steady growth over time. Peter Schiff is an advocate of Gold, as he believes the precious metal is substantial and has stood the test of time. Even if Donald Trump establishes the reserve as promised, he said it can never be as high as proponents like RFK Jr projects.

However, countries like Bhutan has seen its Bitcoin reserve soar above $1 billion per the soaring price of the coin. As of writing, the price of Bitcoin has scored a new All-Time High (ATH) above $85,495.18, up 5.73% in 24 hours.

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Source:  CoinGape

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EU MANDATES DIGITAL PRODUCT PASSPORT BY 2027—VECHAIN TOOLCHAIN LEADS THE CHARGE IN SUPPLY CHAIN TRANSPARENCY

▪️VeTonsberg, VeChain’s partner in London, is preparing companies for future compliance, using blockchain solutions to enable end-to-end traceability.

▪️The DPP initiative aligns with global trends toward stricter traceability, as seen in U.S. regulations.

The European Union (EU) is moving towards enhanced sustainability and transparency requirements for products sold within its markets. Here, VeChain’s technology will play a significant role. 

The recently introduced Digital Product Passport (DPP) aims to strengthen traceability across sectors including electronics, textiles, and automotive, reported CNF.

EU’s Digital Product Passport (DPP) Initiative Promotes Sustainability and Transparency
VeTonsberg, a London-based partner of VeChain Technology Group, has announced its readiness to support companies in meeting these compliance standards with blockchain solutions.

However, currently, the implementation of DDP isn’t mandatory but industry participants expect it to be obligatory by 2027.

The DPP is set to provide detailed, accessible information about each product. It will include the product’s origins, environmental impact, and disposal guidance. This aligns with surging global demands for product transparency owing to heightened consumer awareness and investor expectations for sustainability.

“Supply chain transparency is no longer optional,” stated VeTonsberg on X. They emphasized that “the EU Council Digital Product Passport (DPP) is setting the stage for global traceability and sustainability.”

For further context, the concept of a DPP operates similarly to a traditional passport but for products. It serves as a digital record that documents critical lifecycle details, i.e., from materials and origin to environmental impact and disposal instructions.

According to EU regulations, each product will be equipped with a unique QR code or NFC tag to allow easy data access. This centralized digital platform ensures stakeholders can verify product authenticity, origins, and compliance at every stage.

DPP requirements are a component of the EU’s Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR), which aims to address the environmental footprint of consumer goods.

With preliminary implementation in 2024, the ESPR mandates DPPs for products with significant environmental impact potential.

VeChain and VeTonsberg Ready to Support Compliance in Emerging Product Traceability Requirements
Moreover, the EU aims to make DPPs compulsory for high-impact goods as transparency in product lifecycles is key to advancing sustainability. As an industry partner, VeTonsberg is set to play a significant role in facilitating these compliance standards.

The company, established in 2022, offers blockchain, NFC, and RFID solutions specifically designed to align with VeChain’s Toolchain platform. This suite of tools allows end-to-end product traceability, data reporting, and integration into existing systems.

According to VeTonsberg, “We can help you implement VeChain Toolchain to meet these requirements by offering end-to-end traceability, monitoring and data reporting for compliance, and integration with existing systems for seamless data flow.”

The DPP initiative follows a similar global trend. VeChain partner VeTonsberg highlighted that other countries are tightening regulations on traceability.

They also cited the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s Food Safety Modernization Act and Drug Supply Chain Security Act as examples of recent transparency measures in food and pharmaceuticals, reported CNF.

VeTonsberg’s offerings align with these regulatory shifts by helping industries adapt to new compliance demands. The company has also underscored the urgency for businesses to prepare. In the post, they noted, “The deadline is fast approaching… Ensure your supply chain is compliant by starting today.” Meanwhile, it’s worth noting that VeChain has launched the My Story DDP tool with DNV for a similar cause.

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Source:  Crypto News Flash

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Iraq Economic News and Points To Ponder Monday Afternoon 11-11-24

Researcher: Mismanagement And Politics Negatively Affected The Value Of The Iraqi Dinar Against The Dollar
 
    November 10 Information / Baghdad..  Iraqi affairs researcher Qasim Balshan confirmed today, Sunday, that  mismanagement and policy have negatively affected the value of the Iraqi dinar against the dollar.
 
Balshan said in an interview with the Maalouma Agency that "the current political mismanagement has negatively affected the value of the Iraqi dinar against the dollar, making prices fluctuating and unstable in Iraq." He stated, "Until this moment, no person specialized in the field of currencies and banking has been chosen to manage the Central Bank of Iraq well," pointing out that all those who are chosen follow certain political blocs.

He added, "When the Central Bank of Iraq puts the dollar up for sale, we notice that citizens are far from the issue and the sale is limited to some companies and banks." He pointed out that
 
"the Iraqi money that comes from selling oil does not go to the Iraqi government directly, but rather to the US Federal Bank, which is the one who deals with these matters." He continued,
 
"The   political disputes and crises, the   lack of good distribution of wealth, and the
     lack of real investment are what led to the deterioration of the Iraqi dinar against the dollar." 

https://almaalomah.me/news/82149/economy/باحث:-سوء-الإدارة-والسياسة-اثرت-سلبا-على-قيمة-الدينار-العراق   

Iraq Needs To Address Financing Problems

 Economical 11/12/2024  Baghdad: Al-Sabah   Economic circles explained that the reason for the decline in the expansion of projects inside Iraq lies in the financing for these projects, which represent the cornerstone for the development of the service and production economic sectors in the country, and indicated that  the paths to revitalizing financing require that we have elements that attract foreign capital to Iraq, which is an important labor market for many.

Of international companies, especially after the development path began to appear on the horizon, and its first steps began from the port of Al-Faw.

Member of the Businessmen Union Dr. Murtada Al-Khafaji told "Al-Sabah":

 Iraq needs capital that can be employed in Iraq and achieve a major benefit for Iraq and for the global partner who brings its capital and the advanced technology it possesses.

 Al-Khafaji added that the  lack of funding represents an obstacle to developing economic performance, pointing out that   Iraq’s need requires more than 200 billion to begin serious work on building development projects in all regions of Iraq and creating a work cell of great benefit to Iraq and the global market, especially since the reality of Iraq matters to many people.

 Specialized international companies with capital and advanced technology are aware of Iraq's weight on the global economy.

In turn, member of the Baghdad Economic Forum, Jassem Al-Aradi, pointed out the  inevitability of activating the real economic sectors that represent the focus of addressing the chronic economic problems in Iraq, and which contribute to achieving a real multiplicity of financial revenues.

He said:  The economic reality in Iraq requires serious work to attract specialized investments to the Iraqi field of work, which requires the presence of solid companies capable of bringing technology and production lines that move the Iraqi economy to a new stage.

He stressed that  financing problems in Iraq are addressed through the local and international private sector, which has the executive capabilities, and here we must work carefully and carefully to communicate with the targeted companies that can within the promising Iraqi market.

It is noteworthy that  economic experts have stressed on more than one occasion to overcome these limitations by providing funding sources, and the

 importance of providing a specialized economic vision that is compatible with investment, which demands the availability of an investment environment that guarantees its rights, pointing out the

 necessity of benefiting from global openness towards Iraq and the presence of international delegations at their various governmental and informal levels. Especially those who expressed a desire to work inside Iraq https://alsabaah.iq/105780-.html

Parliamentary Finance Reveals A Move To Question The Governor Of The Central Bank Of Iraq: We Are Working To Change It
 
Politics  2024-11-10 04:53  Shafaq News/ Member of the Parliamentary Finance Committee, Muhammad Nouri, revealed on Sunday a move within the committee and the House of Representatives to question the Governor of the Central Bank of Iraq, Ali Al-Alaq, due to the lack of control over the stability of the dollar price, and the dominance of private banks over the currency selling window. Nouri told Shafaq News Agency,
 
 “There is a move within the Parliamentary Finance Committee and the House of Representatives to interrogate the Governor of the Central Bank, Ali Al-Alaq, because there are many files, most notably the bank’s lack of control over the stability of the dollar exchange rate in the market.” He pointed out that
 "the other reason that is considered one of the reasons for questioning the Central Bank Governor is the dominance of some private banks owned by foreign nationalities over the window for buying and selling currency and foreign transfers."

Nouri stated,   “There are other works that we are doing through letters and official correspondence to change the governor of the Central Bank because he is over the legal age and continues in the position while he must be referred for retirement.”
 
On Monday, August 19, a member of the Parliamentary Finance Committee, Mustafa Al-Karawi, revealed that a request had been submitted to the Presidency of the House of Representatives to set a date for questioning the Governor of the Central Bank of Iraq regarding several files, most notably the exchange rate of the dollar against the local currency.

Al-Karaawi told Shafaq News Agency,
 
“Members of the Parliamentary Finance Committee had previously submitted a request to the Speaker of the House of Representatives to interrogate the Governor of the Central Bank, Ali Al-Alaq.”

He added,  "The interrogation concerns several files, the most important of which are the dollar exchange rate and its sale to travelers, the currency buying and selling window, financial transfers abroad, monetary financing, American sanctions, and negotiations with the American Federal Bank."
 
It is noteworthy that, on August 19, the Supreme Judicial Council of Iraq supported the findings of the State Council regarding referring the Governor of the Central Bank, Ali Al-Alaq, to ​​retirement after reaching the legal age.
 
The Supreme Judicial Council said in an official document received by Shafaq News Agency, that the same subject was studied by the study committee at the presidency of the Judicial Supervision Authority, and the same opinion was reached by the State Council in the two aforementioned decisions.
 
The House of Representatives had sent a letter to the Supreme Judicial Council inquiring about the judiciary’s opinion regarding the permissibility of the bank governor continuing to serve after reaching the legal age for retirement.
 
The State Council decided the official position on whether or not the Governor of the Central Bank, Ali Al-Alaq, should continue in his position, stressing that he has exceeded the legal age for retirement.
 
It was stated in correspondence between the State Council and Parliament, that in response to the House of Representatives’ clarification of the opinion from the State Council regarding the permissibility of the Governor of the Central Bank continuing to serve after reaching the legal age for retirement. He pointed out that
 
the legislator has explicitly stipulated that referral to retirement upon reaching the legal age is an inevitable referral by law unless excluded by a special text, and  since there is no special text that excludes the Governor of the Central Bank from the provisions of the inevitable referral to retirement upon reaching the legal age.
 
The State Council confirmed that the legal principle stipulates: “Heads of independent bodies are subject to the legal age for retirement.”    https://shafaq.com/ar/سیاسة/المالية-النيابية-تكشف-عن-تحرك-لاستجواب-محافظ-البنك-المركزي-العراقي-نعمل-لتغييره   

The Association Of Banks Is Considering Granting Privileges To Electronic Card Users
 
    Time: 11/09/2024 20:46:04 Read: 4,043 times  {Economic: Al-Furat News} The advisor to the Association of Private Banks, Abdul Rahman Al-Sheikhli, revealed intentions to  grant some privileges such as gifts or competitions and a reduction in payment fees {currencies} to encourage the acquisition of an electronic card.  

Al-Sheikhli said {to Al-Furat News} that:   “The government program emphasized the necessity of economic and financial reform in the country, and the measures taken in this regard are continuing,” stressing “the necessity of   expanding banking awareness campaigns and  making citizens aware of the importance of working with banks and  circulating money through banking channels to ensure that it does not go abroad.”". 

He added,  "The country is witnessing a revolution in the field of banking technologies and electronic payment, and  all citizens are supposed to have a bank account that can be dealt with through a mobile phone or any other means." 

Al-Sheikhli explained,  "Some citizens still prefer to deal with direct cash,  but there are intentions to grant some privileges such as gifts or competitions and a reduction in payment fees (currencies) to encourage the acquisition of an electronic card."   
 
https://alforatnews.iq/news/رابطة-المصارف-تدرس-منح-امتيازات-لمستخدمي-البطاقة-الالكترونية   

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Clare:  Planning: We will start the census next Thursday.. and the Ministry of Interior announces the start date of the curfew and those exempted from it

11/11/2024

The Ministry of Planning announced that it will begin conducting and implementing the population census starting next Thursday.

 The head of the Central Bureau of Statistics at the Ministry of Planning, Diaa Awad Kazim, said in a joint press conference with the Ministry of Interior: “The population census will continue until December 10, and the 20th and 21st of this month will be for the census of family members,” indicating that “the enumerators will visit families more than once, and the curfew will gradually be lifted from the areas where the census is being conducted.”

He pointed out that "the practical procedures for the population census will begin next Thursday," stressing that "there is no postponement of the population census and it includes all regions of Iraq and no region or governorate is exempted from it."

For his part, the spokesman for the Ministry of Planning, Abdul Zahra Al-Hindawi, said: “820 thousand counters are participating in the population census. We will draw a new map of data in Iraq.”

He stressed, "We completed the requirements of the population census within a year and a few months, which is something that advanced countries are unable to do," noting that "the curfew is not for security reasons, but rather to implement the census accurately."

The spokesman for the Ministry of Interior, Muqdad Miri, said, "The curfew for the population census begins at midnight on the 20th of this month and continues from the night of the 21st of the same month at 12 o'clock throughout Iraq."

He stressed that "the curfew includes the Kurdistan Region and any region where the census is being conducted will be lifted," stressing that "all Iraqi cities are fully secured to implement the population census."

He explained that "air traffic will be open to everyone, flight reservations will not be affected during the census ban, and trade exchange will continue."  LINK

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Clare:  The curfew begins at 12 midnight and will include Kurdistan.. New details regarding the population census

11/11/2024  Baghdad

Today, Monday, the Ministry of Interior set the date for the start of the curfew in  Iraq  for the purpose of conducting the population census, which falls on the 20th and 21st of this month, while revealing the entities exempted from the curfew.

The spokesman for the Ministry of Interior, Brigadier General Muqdad Miri, said during the joint press conference between the Ministry of Interior and the Ministry of Planning regarding the population census, "According to a royal order, the Supreme Security Committee for the Census was formed. It took several steps in all governorates and the region and provided protection for the cadres and devices used in the census and provided protection for the tablet centers."

 He pointed out that "the census will be on the 20th and 21st of this month, and there will be instructions for a curfew. First, the curfew timing will begin at midnight on November 19th on the 20th at 12 midnight."

 He added, "The movement of citizens, vehicles and trains between governorates, districts and sub-districts and between district centres is prohibited except in humanitarian cases and extreme circumstances."

He pointed out that "those authorized by the security authorities, the statistics directorates, the store manager, and the employees of the Ministry of Planning are allowed to move to work on the census, as well as authorized journalists who carry official badges."

It is clear that "another exception is for all those charged with duties and diggers from the health and service cadres," noting that "the exception is for the movement of immediate ambulances, traffic and rescue vehicles, and workers in embassies and United Nations organizations."

 For his part, the spokesman for the Ministry of Planning, Abdul Zahra Al-Hindawi, said: “It was a big challenge to have the census electronically through tablets, communications devices and other equipment,” indicating that “more than 120,000 enumerators will participate in the census process.”

 He revealed, "The absence of a census created a large data gap, so this darkness that enveloped the scene will be illuminated through the census," adding, "We will draw a new map of the scene in Iraq that will be like a cat in the flesh to diagnose the problems existing there."

 Al-Hindawi said, "All our work takes a year and a few months, while there are censuses that take five years to prepare for," noting, "We have completed all preparations and are waiting for the 20th and 21st to start the census and impose a curfew throughout Iraq."

 He added: "Not providing data through families will produce an unclear picture, and we ask citizens to provide the correct information and prepare the required documents," noting that "our message to the citizen is not a security warning, but rather to have a stable picture to implement the census properly, and this is the history of Iraq."   LINK

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Clare:  The Minister of Trade discusses with the Mayor of Baghdad the development of joint cooperation and the exchange of views on the opening of hypermarket projects in the capital, Baghdad

11/10/2024

Minister of Trade Athir Dawood Al-Ghariri, accompanied by the Undersecretary of the Ministry for Economic Affairs Ghassan Farhan Hamid, visited the headquarters of the Baghdad Municipality today, Sunday, and met with its Secretary, Eng. Ammar Musa Kazim.

A statement by the Ministry's media office stated that "the meeting discussed developing joint cooperation and exchanging views on the hypermarket projects that the ministry will open soon in the capital, Baghdad, as well as the rehabilitation of the facades of its buildings that qualified them to add aesthetic features to Baghdad in addition to."

The statement indicated that "the meeting touched on the possibility of cooperation in allocating land to build a residential complex for employees of the Ministry of Trade."

The statement stressed that "the visit aimed to enhance coordination between the two parties in areas that contribute to improving the services provided to citizens, supporting the infrastructure and developing the business environment in Baghdad."  LINK

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Clare:  Private banks' capital in Iraq increased by 7.3%

11/11/2024

The Central Bank of Iraq announced, on Monday, that the capital of private banks increased by 7.3%.

The bank said in a report seen by Shafaq News Agency that it recorded an increase in the total capital of private banks operating in Iraq during the first quarter of this year, by 7.3% to reach 19.2 trillion dinars, compared to 19.7 trillion dinars for the same period last year.

He pointed out that the capital of private banks operating in Iraq increased by 6%, while the capital of government banks increased by 11.1%.

He added that the contribution of private banks' capital amounted to 73.2%, while the contribution of government banks' capital amounted to 26.2%.

The bank explained that deposits in the first quarter of the current year increased by 1.2% to reach 123.7 trillion dinars compared to 122.2 trillion for the same period of the previous year, with current deposits increasing by 3.1% as a result of the increase in current expenditures from wages and salaries of employees in the public sector, while savings deposits decreased by 3%, and fixed deposits decreased by 10%.  LINK

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Clare:  Efforts to amend the {Accreditation Authority} law

11/11/2024  Baghdad: Shaima Rashid

The Parliamentary Planning Committee revealed efforts to amend the Iraqi Accreditation Commission Law (Law No. 78 of 2017) with the aim of granting the commission greater independence and linking it directly to the Council of Ministers.

Member of the Parliamentary Planning Committee, Mohammed Al-Baldawi, stated that “the Iraqi Accreditation Authority is one of the vital bodies that aims to enhance quality and accreditation standards in Iraq,” noting that “the authority is currently linked to the Ministry of Planning according to the current law, but the committee seeks to amend the law so that the authority becomes directly under the supervision of the Council of Ministers, which supports its independence.”

Al-Baldawi added, in his interview with Al-Sabah, that “the Iraqi Accreditation Authority plays an important role in granting accreditation certificates to various institutions, companies and projects, which helps to raise their capabilities and achieve international accreditation standards, which leads to qualifying Iraqi companies to access global markets,” noting that “this amendment will give additional strength to companies and their products to be able to compete in international markets with the support of accredited certificates.”

The MP stressed that "amending the law will enhance Iraq's position in the global quality market, and support Iraqi institutions in opening new horizons for cooperation and trade exchange with countries of the world, which will positively reflect on the national economy."  LINK

Iraq News Highlights and Points To Ponder Monday 11-11-24

Economist Identifies Main Reason Behind Dollar's Rise

Today 11:46   Information / Baghdad.. Financial and banking researcher Mustafa Hantoush confirmed today, Monday, that the demand in the parallel market is the reason behind the rise in the dollar exchange rate. Hantoush said, in an interview with Al-Maalouma Agency, that "the main reason for the rise in the exchange rate of the dollar against the Iraqi dinar is the demand in the parallel market."

He added that "the huge trade with neighboring countries and the number of travelers estimated at millions caused an increase in demand in the parallel market," noting that "some small traders do not have licenses or companies to import."

He explained that "fears of wars in the region push traders, markets and citizens to exaggerate the quantities imported and purchased, and also push some to save dollars."

He continued: "There are no problems in the Iraqi supply chains from (Turkey, Canada, Australia, China and India) and there are no concerns about the liquidity of the dollar in Iraq." LINK    LINK

Among Them Is Iraq.. The Country That Bought The Most Gold In 10 Yea

Money and business     Economy News - Follow-up    Governments store thousands of tons of gold bullion in their vaults, as the precious metal is considered a safe haven. Iraq has become one of the most popular countries in the world in buying gold and boosting its reserves of the yellow metal.

The economic website "RBK" published a report, based on data from central banks around the world, the International Monetary Fund, the World Bank, and the World Gold Council, highlighting countries' purchases of the yellow metal from 2013 to 2023.

According to the report, central bank purchases in the world at the end of 2023 amounted to about 1,037 tons of gold, which is the second largest volume ever purchased on an annual basis.

The report showed that Russia, China and Turkey were at the forefront of gold buying countries during the mentioned period, as the three countries’ purchases amounted to 2,903 tons of the resonant yellow metal.      https://economy-news.net/content.php?id=49703

Experts: Faw Port Is Iraq's Gateway To A Global Economic Future

Economic  2024/11/11  Economic circles agreed on the importance of opening five berths within the Grand Faw Port project, and considered it the first step towards correcting the paths of the Iraqi economy, as the project represents the first step in an ambitious policy to create major infrastructure in the country, serving all sectors without exception, and is an acceptable approach to diversifying the Iraqi economy and providing opportunities for a wide segment. It is hoped that the project will be completed in its three phases in 2028 with a total capacity of 91 million tons annually.

Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani, who sponsored the ceremony of receiving the five berths of the Faw Port from the Korean implementing company, described it as “the people’s project,” and that it “gains great importance due to its connection to the development road project, which will link, starting from the Grand Faw Port, the economies of most countries in the region, and will be an outlet for achieving economic integration,” noting that Iraq remains a fundamental pillar in the global economy, and a historical part and passageway of the most important international exchange routes.

The Five Platforms

Al-Sudani pointed out the importance of the five docks in the Grand Faw Port, as they represent the backbone of the port project in its first phase, which will be completed next year according to the previous timetables. Huge commercial ships with large drafts have already docked on the port docks.

Real Transformation

Chairman of the Federation of Chambers of Commerce, Abdul Razzaq Al-Zuhairi, described the opening of the five berths in the Grand Faw Port as a real transformation in the paths of national and global trade.

He said: Today we are facing a launch to serve the national economy, as we have actually begun to revive the Iraqi infrastructure in the ports sector, as this step represents an advancement to the global level of services provided to the national economy.

The Biggest Project

Al-Zuhairi added that the port’s capacity for all its phases exceeds 90 million tons annually, a number that reflects the extent of the work required in this project in particular. When the larger project, the development road and its facilities and the Grand Faw Port, are completed, there will be a need for millions of specialists, and here everyone can imagine the reality of the performance required in such locations.

He pointed out that the country is facing a new phase and new institutions, which are being created with the development of work in this site, which has become global, as it has become the focus of attention of the world's major economies in the East and West of the world.

Starting Point

Economic expert Mitham Al-Bolani confirmed that the starting point of the development path is the port of Faw, which has become a reality in economic life and the first real infrastructure for developing the national economy and has a positive impact on the global economy, especially since the development path is being implemented in an Iraqi-Turkish-Emirati-Qatari partnership, and that the Turkish side, in its first steps, concluded a quadripartite agreement with Hungary, Serbia and Bulgaria with the aim of delivering goods to the farthest parts of the world.

He stressed that the port of Faw represents an important starting point for global trade in various directions, and thus this port has great economic feasibility, especially with the existence of the development road, as the port and the road complement each other, pointing out that Iraq will be a fertile and mature investment destination for manufacturing industries at the present time at the very least and strategically in the future.

Geographical Area

It is noteworthy that the member of the Parliamentary Finance Committee, Mustafa Al-Karawi, said in a statement to the Iraqi News Agency (INA): The opening of the five docks and the completion of the investment in the Faw Port will contribute to supporting the development path, in addition to the fact that it will be part of the Silk Road, indicating that Iraq is located in a geographical area that makes it a link between the major countries, China and Europe.

Global Trade

Development Consultant Amer Al-Jawahri said: The Grand Faw Port is the first real step that facilitates the reality of global trade and connects the West of the world to its East by the shortest and least time-consuming routes. It will also enhance the volume of international trade for Iraq with the countries of East Asia, where there is a large volume of trade and achieves fluidity in this aspect.

He pointed out that completing all stages of the Grand Faw Port, as a starting point for the development path, will enhance the reality of the Iraqi economy, and Iraq will be a real attraction point with great and sustainable benefit for Iraq.

Executive Body

He pointed out that Iraq, through this port, will be of new benefit to European countries and the West in general, and they will develop tendencies to invest in Iraq and its regions close to this project.

Al-Jawahiri recommended establishing the executive body for the development road project, of which the Faw Port is an important part, complementary to the new road and railway projects and other projects in more than one economic joint, which is considered a necessity for this project.

Make Agreements

He pointed out the importance of concluding agreements with several countries that have a direct impact on the process of managing the integrated project, starting with the port and the development path with all its institutions.

 He stressed the necessity of forming the Faw Economic Zone Authority, which will handle the issues of economic and industrial cities and the technological city, all the way to the tourist city, which is an important part of the region and of great benefit. Here, we stress the necessity of forming institutions and the authority with legislation, so that it will transcend the successive governments that have managed the country.

Starting Point

Economic expert Dr. Salwan Al-Nouri said: Iraq is distinguished by its geographical location, and this is something known to everyone without exception. We are at the point closest to the West and East of the world, and the country could be a starting point towards the two global poles, and this will happen sooner or later, and we have to work and start from this fact, and here we must know how to work and what is required during the next stage and we have entered the circle of real international interest, and we now have a port that concerns the economies of the world.

Re-Export

Al-Nouri stressed the need to move towards legislating the re-export law in a manner that is consistent with the importance of Iraq in the arena of international trade and the international economy, as this law allows Iraq to be a real starting point for developing the national economy, noting that this law allows companies to bring imports to Iraq and work on exporting them to various countries of the world again after dealing with them or dividing them, and in this matter there is a great benefit for the country.   https://alsabaah.iq/105691-.html

“Indomie” In Iraq: A Popular Dish Or A Dollar Smuggling?

11/10/2024  Iraqi economic expert Nabil Al-Marsoumi raised an interesting question about the relationship between importing “Indomie” and dollar smuggling, based on data from the General Authority of Customs.

Al-Marsoumi said in a statement, “Is there a relationship between Indomie and dollar smuggling?” indicating that “Iraq imported about 64,185 thousand tons of Indomie in 2023 through all border crossings except the Kurdistan Region, at a value of 17.7 million dollars, or the equivalent of 23.6 billion dinars.”

He explained that "this number represents an increase of 18% compared to 2022."

Al-Marsoumi added that this number is likely to rise to more than $50 million annually, especially since two-thirds of Iraq’s imports are not registered with the General Authority of Customs, but rather pass through Kurdistan’s ports and illegal ports.”

Al-Marsoumi cited the US Federal Reserve’s surprise at the import bills for Indomie, which he described as very large and much larger than the announced figures.

He raised a question about whether these imports actually reflect the Iraqis' love for this food item or whether they represent a means of smuggling dollars abroad.  LINK

Dollar Needs to Be Gold-Backed Again, This Is How It’s Possible & Why Fed Needs Reform Now | Shelton

Dollar Needs to Be Gold-Backed Again, This Is How It’s Possible & Why Fed Needs Reform Now | Shelton

Kitco News:  11-11-2024

Money should be as trustworthy as gold itself, says Dr. Judy Shelton, Senior Fellow at the Independent Institute, former economic advisor to President Donald Trump, and author of Good as Gold.

Shelton explains why the dollar needs to be backed by gold again and how this can be achieved in today’s monetary environment.

 She also argues that the Federal Reserve needs reform to save the U.S. dollar, examining the central bank’s mandates and misguided inflation targets.

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BRICS DIGITAL ASSET PLATFORM PROPOSAL POISED TO RESHAPE GLOBAL INVESTMENT

A proposed BRICS digital asset platform could ignite unprecedented investment in South Asia, Africa, and Latin America, driving growth in emerging markets.

Digital Assets at the Core of BRICS’ Ambitious New Investment Platform
Russian President Vladimir Putin discussed the proposed creation of a BRICS investment platform to support developing markets at the Valdai Discussion Club’s plenary session in Sochi on Friday. He was quoted by Tass as saying:

We suggest creating a new investment platform of [BRICS countries], using electronic assets, developing them.

“The point is to create such a platform of electronic payments, with the use of which it will be possible to invest in developing markets, and these are primary markets of South Asia, Africa, and Latin America in part,” the Russian leader added. The proposed system would facilitate investments from BRICS nations into high-growth areas by utilizing a digital framework, enabling streamlined investment in these regions.

The BRICS economic bloc expanded on Jan. 1 to include Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, and the United Arab Emirates (UAE), joining Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa. This expansion aimed to boost the group’s global economic and political influence. At a recent summit in Russia, BRICS also extended partnership invitations to 13 additional countries, further widening its international presence.

Putin highlighted that the regions targeted by this initiative exhibit strong demographic and economic potential, factors that make them attractive for BRICS investment. He opined:

We think so because very strong demographic processes are taking place there: population growth, capital accumulation, the urbanization level is in sufficient there and it will definitely grow.

At the 16th BRICS Summit, held from Oct. 22-24 in Kazan, Russia, members discussed expanding the bloc’s global influence, including developing alternatives to Western-dominated payment systems to boost financial independence. 

Putin has also clarified Russia’s stance on the U.S. dollar, stating that while Russia faces restrictions on its use, it does not intend to abandon the currency. He criticized U.S. policies that limit dollar use, arguing they undermine American financial authority, though he affirmed the dollar’s importance to Russia’s economy.

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RIPPLE V. SEC LAWSUIT: RUMORS SUGGEST NEXT POTENTIAL CHAIRMAN OF THE REGULATOR WILL BE PRO-CRYPTO

Firing Gensler seems like one of Trump’s most important crypto-related promises.

▪️Trump’s pledge to replace SEC Chair Gensler with a pro-crypto leader has sparked excitement across the community.

▪️Legal experts believe such changes could lead to a faster resolution of the Ripple v. SEC case.

Gensler’s Possible Successor
Donald Trump’s victory in the US presidential elections triggered a massive bull run for the cryptocurrency sector due to his shift from a previously skeptical view to a supportive stance on the asset class. During his campaign, the Republican pledged to make America “the crypto capital of the planet” and proposed creating a strategic BTC reserve.

He also expressed the intention to fire the SEC’s Chairman Gary Gensler on day 1, a promise which triggered huge enthusiasm among the XRP Army. To the uninitiated ones, the Commission and its head have been at war with numerous crypto companies, including Ripple.

Crypto X has been speculating whether the newly-elected president will stick to his promise and wondering who might replace Gensler at the helm of the securities regulator. 

Eleanor Terrett (a popular journalist at Fox Business) recently claimed she discussed the matter with “a person close to the Trump transition team,” who assured her that the successor “will be someone pro-crypto.”

NEW: I asked a person close to the Trump transition team about some of the names being floated for @SECGov chair and whether views on #crypto would factor into the decision.

The response: “I promise you it will be someone pro-crypto.”

— Eleanor Terrett (@EleanorTerrett) November 8, 2024

A new SEC Chairman who is more open to innovation and less inclined to hamper the crypto industry’s advancement by constant legal battles is considered good news not only for those invested in XRP but the entire digital asset market.

The Potential Effect on the Case
Last week, Fred Rispoli (a US attorney who has been following the updates surrounding the Ripple v. SEC lawsuit) argued that the election of Trump could lead to “extreme changes” at the watchdog.

He claimed that the $125 million penalty, which Federal Judge Torres ordered Ripple to pay for violating certain securities laws, is the biggest win the agency can gain. Rispoli also thinks that the SEC’s new potential leadership will “recognize this whole case was idiotic and settle at that point.”

“This might include a reduction in the fine and an agreement that current sales of XRP by Ripple are sufficiently structured to not be investment contracts,“ he added.

The American lawyer Jeremy Hogan chipped in, too. He went even further, forecasting that the new leader of the SEC may dismiss all non-fraud crypto lawsuits filed over the years. Similar to Rispoli, Hogan believes the case could be officially settled for the amount of $125 million:

“It would be…awkward to settle for less than what was already awarded by a Court! The Coinbase and other cases in litigation will simply be dismissed. This will take some time. Not January, but perhaps before summer. That’s my call, and I’m sticking to it.”

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Tishwash:  Al-Sudani in Saudi Arabia tomorrow: A speech at the Riyadh Summit and an attempt to limit the “expansion of the conflict”

An informed political source reported that Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani will head to the Saudi capital, Riyadh, tomorrow, Monday, November 11, to participate in the Arab-Islamic summit. 

The source told Shafaq News Agency, "The participation of the Iraqi delegation in the extraordinary joint Arab-Islamic summit, in Riyadh, will be headed by Al-Sudani and will include Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein, and Al-Sudani will deliver a speech at the meeting." 

He pointed out that "any developments will take place after the meeting, such as side meetings with the leaders of the countries participating in the meeting."  

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Fuad Hussein arrived in the Saudi capital, Riyadh, on Saturday evening to participate in the ministerial meeting of the extraordinary joint Arab-Islamic summit.

A statement by the Foreign Ministry said that Minister Hussein began his visit by meeting with the Palestinian Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Mohammed Mustafa, where they discussed ways to enhance bilateral cooperation between the two countries.

Leaders of Arab and Islamic countries have begun arriving in Saudi Arabia in preparation for a summit to be held tomorrow, Monday (November 11), to discuss the war in Gaza and Lebanon and developments in the region, according to the Saudi Press Agency.

In late October, the Saudi Foreign Ministry announced the summit during the first meeting of an international coalition established to advance a two-state solution to end the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

The summit is being held to "discuss the continued Israeli aggression on the Palestinian territories and Lebanon and developments in the region," according to what the Saudi Press Agency reported on Sunday.

It comes as an "extension of the joint Arab-Islamic summit held in Riyadh on November 11, 2023" at the initiative of the Arab League (Cairo) and the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (Jeddah).

Saudi Al-Ekhbariya TV broadcast footage of the arrival of Nigerian President Bola Tinubu and Lebanese Prime Minister Najib Mikati. link

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Tishwash:  Sabah Sobhi: The first reading of the draft oil export law will take place next week

A member of the Iraqi parliament's oil and gas committee confirmed that the first and second readings of the oil export bill are scheduled to take place in the Iraqi parliament next week, adding that there is agreement with the Shiite parties on certain conditions for passing the oil export bill.

“The main obstacle to oil exports was Article 12 of Budget Law No. 13 of 2023, as the second paragraph of that article, paragraph “c,” stipulated that the issue of production and transportation equals the cost of production and transportation in the federal Ministry of Oil. This means that all oil production and transportation depends on the federal Ministry of Oil’s estimates for all Iraqi oil fields.

 According to the federal Ministry of Oil, the cost of extracting oil in Iraq is about 9,000 to 9,000 dinars, while the cost of transportation is 1.2 cents, and oil companies are dealt with on this basis,” Sabah Subhi, a member of the Oil and Gas Committee in the Iraqi parliament, told Kurdistan 24.

He added, "Oil production in Kurdistan has been ongoing since 2007 and was the first stage of the export process, so an agreement was reached with the companies based on the government's and companies' share of the revenues, but since 2014 there have been attempts to stop the export of Kurdistan's oil."

Sabah Sobhi pointed out that "international security developments show that the Arabian Gulf is in danger due to tensions in the region, and the danger to Iraq in this case lies in the closure of the road to oil exports," adding that "Iraq only has one port for oil exports, which is the port of Basra, and 95% of Iraq's economy depends on oil."

He continued, "Iraq exports about 3.5 million barrels of oil per day. If we consider the price of a barrel at $70, the total amount of sales will be an imaginary amount. Therefore, if Iraq is unable to export its oil, a disaster will occur, since Iraq's economy depends on oil by 95%."

He added, "Iraq is looking for another port to export its oil, and it has the Haditha crossing, through which Iraq has been trying to build an oil pipeline for years, and the cost of the project is estimated at two billion dollars."

Sabah Sobhi stressed that "there is great pressure on the federal government to solve the oil problem before the arrival of winter in Europe, because there are many countries suffering from an energy crisis."

He explained that "the first and second readings of the oil export project will take place on Sunday and Monday of next week."

A member of the parliamentary oil and gas committee said, “The State Administration Coalition held a meeting on the issue of oil exports and everyone agreed to amend the project.”

He added, “I believe that the Shiite parties will agree to the project on condition that some of the project’s articles related to providing the governorates’ budgets and the issue of oil revenues are amended, in addition to some strategic projects for some of the central and southern governorates.”  link

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Tishwash:  This is from Iraqi News

Financial assets hit new record highs ahead of 2024

 The year 2024 witnessed a large number of financial assets recording new record levels that they had never seen before, especially with the shifts in global monetary policy and developments in the political and geopolitical situation across different regions of the world.

This year, gold, Bitcoin, the US stock market, European indices, and technology stocks, especially the chip and semiconductor giant Nvidia, have all reached record levels never seen before. 

These increases provided distinct investment opportunities for all investors and small speculators who benefited from the possibility of trading these assets through the best licensed trading companies in Iraq 2024 .

Geopolitical concerns and political developments

Despite the different factors that pushed these assets to record levels, there are one or two factors that are common in pushing them to record these increases. For example, geopolitical developments in the Middle East and fears of an escalation of the war between Israel and Iran supported the rise of gold. On the other hand, the boom in artificial intelligence was one of the most important factors that supported the shares of the technology giant Nvidia, which in turn boosted the US stock market.

Monetary policy shift of central banks

At the same time, there are stable factors that support all of these assets, the most important of which are developments in monetary policy and the shift of global central banks from financial tightening based on raising interest rates from the beginning of 2022 until the middle of this year.

The central bank of Australia, Canada, the European Central Bank, the Bank of England, and the Federal Reserve have all begun to cut interest rates as global inflation rates decline. In this regard, the Federal Reserve cut interest rates in November for the second time this year by 25 basis points after cutting interest rates for the first time last September by 50 basis points amid expectations of a third cut in December by another 25 basis points, bringing the total expected interest rate cuts in 2024 to about 1 percent.

The Bank of England cut interest rates twice this year by 25 basis points each time, while the European Central Bank preceded all banks after approving three interest rate cuts amid expectations of an additional cut in the last months of the year. Cutting interest rates supports financial assets by withdrawing savings from banks with the decline in the interest they generate, as they are pumped into other assets such as the stock market with the aim of targeting a higher return, or gold, which is a store of value and does not bring interest, but it is a safe asset that investors resort to in times of uncertainty and for the purpose of hedging.

Is the beginning of the year marathon over?

There are currently some questions about whether what can be called the market bull marathon is over, especially for those who missed the start of the big rise. Gold has been accelerating since August of last year, while US indices have accelerated at the beginning of this year in what is known in the financial markets as the "Santa Rally". In this context, it can be answered that the markets, despite the possibility of recording some downward corrections, the factors for continuing the rise already seem to be present, especially with Donald Trump clinching the presidency, amid expectations of adopting financial policies that may maintain the momentum of the index market's rise.

At the same time, central banks have not finished their stimulus policy, which supports the rise of most financial assets, especially the stock market and some assets that enhance the value of the risk spirit.

NVIDIA is the world's largest company by market value

The upside potential in the stock market looks promising, especially with some companies hitting record highs that seem unlikely to stop in the medium term. For example, Nvidia shares have seen exceptional growth this year, a growth that is expected to maintain its accelerating momentum amid estimates of the company’s ability to maintain an accelerated growth rate in graphics processing units. Its market value has tripled to briefly surpass Apple as the most valuable company in the world, with a market value of about $3.53 trillion, ahead of the technology giant Apple. Its net income rose from about $2.3 billion in the first half of 2022 to about $31.5 billion for the same period in 2024.

Microsoft ranked third with a market value estimated at about $3.19 trillion, followed by Alphabet with a market value of about $2.04 trillion. Meanwhile, Apple’s stock was affected by downward pressure after Warren Buffett-led Berkshire Hathaway announced a major sale of part of its stake in the company. link   

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Iraq Economic News and Points To Ponder Sunday Afternoon 11-10-24

Iyad Allawi And Salim Al-Jabouri Stress The Importance Of Supporting Al-Sudani's Government In Implementing The Required Reforms

Sunday 10 November 2024 | PoliticsNumber of readings: 47  Baghdad / NINA / "The leader of the National Coalition, Dr. Iyad Allawi, received in his office in Baghdad today, Sunday, Dr. Salim al-Jabouri, where an extensive discussion took place during the meeting on the current situation and the challenges facing Iraq at the current stage, especially in terms of enhancing security and stability.

According to a statement by Allawi's office, the meeting witnessed an exchange of views on preparations for the upcoming elections, and the emphasis on the need for them to be held in a fair and transparent atmosphere that ensures true representation of the will of the citizens and contributes to bringing about tangible positive change in the political and administrative reality of the country.

The two sides also agreed on the importance of supporting the government of Muhammad Shia al-Sudani in implementing the required reforms, as it is an essential step to address the political and administrative situation and correct paths in a way that enhances and achieves the aspirations of the Iraqi people. / End9   https://ninanews.com/Website/News/Details?key=1167309

Labor And The World Bank Discuss Developing And Updating The Electronic Systems Of The Social Protection Authority

Sunday 10 November 2024 | Economic Number of readings: 411

Baghdad / NINA / The head of the Social Protection Authority at the Ministry of Labor, Ahmed Al-Moussawi, discussed with the World Bank delegation the executive procedures for the bank's grant program to provide electronic devices to the authority.

Al-Moussawi explained: "The meeting included discussing the plan to distribute electronic devices among the computer divisions in the social protection departments in Baghdad and the governorates, noting that this step comes within the framework of the authority's interest in developing and modernizing systems and special equipment to contribute to developing performance and integrating work with its departments.

He added:" The grant includes supporting social researchers and providing them with tablet devices to ensure speed in conducting field surveys and updating data. / End 3 https://ninanews.com/Website/News/Details?key=1167215  

Al-Sudani's Office Reveals Details Of A Meeting Regarding The Restructuring Of Public Companies

10/11/2024  Mawazine News – Baghdad   Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani held a regular meeting of the Supreme Committee for the Restructuring of State-Owned Public Companies today, Sunday.

A statement from his office received by Mawazine News stated that "Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani chaired today, Sunday, the regular meeting of the Supreme Committee for the Restructuring of State-Owned Public Companies, in the presence of the Ministers of Oil, Electricity, Transport, Trade, Construction, Housing and Public Municipalities, Agriculture, Water Resources, and Communications."

The statement continued, "The meeting discussed the procedures and steps taken by the concerned authorities in light of previous decisions, as well as discussing the file of public companies offered for liquidation and their liquidation mechanisms, and the decisions supporting this process, and deliberating on the re-merger of a number of companies of the Ministry of Trade, in addition to discussing the reclassification of a number of companies of the Ministry of Water Resources.

" He added, "During the meeting, the progress made in restructuring the companies (Hammurabi, Ashur, Al-Faw, and Al-Farouq) affiliated to the Ministry of Construction, Housing, Municipalities and Public Works were reviewed."

The statement added, "The meeting witnessed the approval of the minutes and recommendations of the second meeting of the subcommittee concerned with (supervising the process of classifying companies according to the categories stipulated in Decision No. 1 of 2024 of the State-Owned Public Companies Restructuring Committee."   https://www.mawazin.net/Details.aspx?jimare=256514

Expanding Banking Services And A Call To Protect Beneficiaries From Falling Into The Trap Of Usury

November 10, 2024  Baghdad - Qusay Munther  Economic experts called on the government to intervene and set controls to ensure that excessive interest rates that affect the neediest groups are reduced, and to provide flexible banking alternatives that comply with Sharia conditions.

The experts told Al-Zaman yesterday that “the government is required, in light of the reforms it is carrying out in the banking sector, to urge these parties to reconsider the high interest on granting loans, as it constitutes an additional burden on those with limited income, in addition to the fact that despite the pressures that force them to apply for it, it pushes them to fall into Sharia warnings.”

They added that “religious scholars stress the need to take into account Islamic Sharia in financial transactions, which rejects patterns of usurious interest that are characterized by excessive increase in loans.”

Previous invitation

Al-Zaman had previously called on the government regarding the high usurious interest rates imposed by banks, calling for the need to take measures to ease the financial burdens on citizens and ensure that these rates are consistent with Islamic teachings, which contributes to protecting different social classes from falling into the trap of usury. Prime Minister Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani directed the expansion of banking services in the governorates.

A statement received by Al-Zaman yesterday said that (Al-Sudani directed a set of steps within the framework of efforts to reform the financial and banking system, as one of the priorities of the government program, and in light of the important steps achieved during the past two years, and in light of the challenges that the financial and banking system is witnessing, especially in the governorates,

and since confronting them requires greater attention and radical improvements to ensure enhancing confidence in the financial and banking sectors, facilitating the process of economic development, increasing financial inclusion and raising its indicators throughout the country),

 and he stressed (increasing the number of bank branches in the governorates to meet the needs of the local population, and in a way that contributes to expanding the scope of financial services, while paying attention to buildings and their modernity and providing their basic requirements),

calling for (the necessity for all banks in the governorates to adopt modern technologies such as online banking services and mobile applications, which facilitates citizens’ access to their banking services easily),

reiterating (the importance of banks developing their financial services in a manner that suits the needs of individuals and small companies, such as soft loans and savings accounts,

in addition to enhancing financial inclusion in the governorates by providing banking services to different segments of society, including (districts and sub-districts in villages and rural areas), and pointed out that (the Ministry of Finance, the Central Bank of Iraq,

and the Iraqi Private and Islamic Banks Associations will undertake coordination operations with the governors’ offices to accomplish the above tasks according to their jurisdiction and responsibility, and submit quarterly reports every three months to the Prime Minister’s Office regarding the progress of work regarding the steps mentioned above).

For its part, Rafidain Bank announced the expansion of the comprehensive banking system to include 48 branches.

Infrastructure

The bank explained in a statement received by (Al-Zaman) yesterday that (as part of its continuous efforts to enhance the digital infrastructure and provide distinguished banking services, we announce the operation of 48 branches within the comprehensive banking system,

which reflects its commitment to updating its services according to the highest international standards), and continued that (this development comes as part of the bank’s strategy to improve the customer experience across all its branches, and facilitate access to integrated, fast and secure banking services),

noting that (the comprehensive banking system is a qualitative shift in the bank’s path, as it supports digital transformation and enhances the bank’s ability to efficiently meet the needs of wide segments of customers), and the statement went on to say that (this continuous expansion will include more branches in the future, as part of a well-thought-out plan aimed at providing a modern banking experience that contributes to supporting the national economy, and meeting the needs of society with distinguished and comprehensive banking services).    LINK

Gold Prices Stabilize In Baghdad And Erbil

Sunday 10 November 2024 11:38 | Economic Number of readings: 166  Baghdad / NINA / Gold prices stabilized today, Sunday, in the local markets of the capital, Baghdad, and Erbil.

The price of gold in the wholesale markets on Al-Naher Street in the capital, Baghdad, this morning, reached 566 thousand dinars per mithqal of 21 karat Gulf, Turkish and European gold, and 562 thousand dinars for purchase, while the selling price of one mithqal of 21 karat Iraqi gold reached 536 thousand dinars, and the purchase price was 532 thousand.

As for gold prices in goldsmiths' shops, the selling price of a mithqal of 21 karat Gulf gold ranged between 570 thousand dinars and 580 thousand, while the selling price of a mithqal of Iraqi gold ranged between 540 thousand and 555 thousand dinars.

As for gold prices in Erbil, the selling price of 24 karat gold reached 662 thousand dinars, 21 karat 580 thousand dinars, and 18 karat 497 thousand dinars. / End 11 https://ninanews.com/Website/News/Details?key=1167203

Dollar Prices Rise Slightly As Markets Close In Baghdad And Erbil

Economy  | 10/11/2024  Mawazine News – Baghdad  The US dollar rose slightly against the Iraqi dinar on Sunday in the markets of Baghdad and Erbil, the capital of the Kurdistan Region, with the closing of the stock exchange.

The dollar rose with the closing of the two main stock exchanges in Baghdad, Al-Kifah and Al-Harithiya, to record 150,600 dinars per 100 dollars, while this morning it recorded 150,500 dinars per 100 dollars.

The selling prices stabilized in exchange shops in the local markets in Baghdad, where the selling price reached 151,500 dinars per 100 dollars, while the purchase price reached 150,500 dinars per 100 dollars.

In Erbil, the dollar also rose, where the selling price reached 150,600 dinars per 100 dollars, and the purchase price reached 150,500 dinars per 100 dollars.  https://www.mawazin.net/Details.aspx?jimare=256517

Planning Sets Date For Announcing Preliminary And Final Census Results

Local | 10/11/2024  Mawazine News – Baghdad  The Ministry of Planning announced today, Sunday, that it will support the population census with 100 special scientific blogs. While indicating that the census is not political, but rather developmental to determine the poverty line in Iraq, it confirmed that the final results of the census will be announced within 6 weeks.

The Administrative Undersecretary of the Ministry of Planning, Hanaa Al-Asadi, said during the press conference, "Mawazine News", that "the census is for Iraq and not for planning and has not seen the light for a long time due to major challenges, but Prime Minister Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani and the Minister of Planning insisted on completing the process."

She added: "We started the process of enumeration and numbering and there were challenges, but with the efforts of the members of the Statistics Authority and their keenness, the process was completed successfully through communication with the governors," noting that "we are waiting for the 20th and 21st of this month, which is the biggest challenge."

She explained that "the population census, due to what it entails, is a database for developing correct plans and visions," indicating that "the plan is to include projects according to the needs of each governorate."

She pointed out that "the issue of fear of giving correct information to mobile teams is incorrect because through them the requirements of each region and the economic classes of society will be measured and known, meaning inferring the citizens living below the poverty line and the residents of slums, to develop correct plans to include projects that serve their interests even if they are implemented after 15 years."

She noted that "the census is not political and that the candidates for election are determined based on the census to serve the citizens and the data will be analyzed by specialists within the statisticians and sorted according to the paragraphs and then go to the Department of Economic Policies within the Ministry of Planning,

which in turn will develop an appropriate plan in line with the population census through data on the number of the poor and disabled, the number of displaced persons, the number of hospitals, schools and educational centers,

in addition to people with special needs, for the purpose of including projects that are consistent with the needs of the population, while linking the private sector to the census as a partner with the state and including investors and contractors."

Regarding the devices used in the census process, Al-Asadi confirmed that, "according to the directives of the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Planning and within the general controls, which are instructions for implementing contracts, several companies have applied in addition to the consulting company that evaluates the best companies and contracts have been signed.

So far, there has been no hesitation on the part of those companies, and they have been a great help despite the fact that they are in exchange for a financial return, in addition to the Housing Bank, which provided a special consultant within the Statistics Authority."

Regarding social care, Al-Asadi noted that, "Our goal is not to cut salaries for anyone, but we want to know the level of poverty in Iraq and the number of graduates and unemployed."

For his part, the Executive Director General of the Census, Ali Adnan Saleh, said in a statement to the official agency, followed by NRT Arabic, that "the first phase of the census has been completed, and the most important is the stage of packaging, enumeration and numbering,"

adding that "the required documents are in partnership with the national card, as they have been completed for 94% of the population, and those who do not have an official document, there is a field in which there are those who do not have documents, so the information of the people is relied upon, and after that this information is transferred to the Unified Card Department to match the information,

 and the initial results of the census will be announced during the first days, and after 6 weeks the final announcement will be made officially."   https://www.mawazin.net/Details.aspx?jimare=256507

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‘WE WON THAT CASE LAST SUMMER’: RIPPLE CEO OPENS UP ABOUT TRUMP, GENSLER AND XRP LAWSUIT

In recent days, Ripple’s XRP has been making headlines. However, its progress is being hindered by an ongoing legal battle with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).

CEO Brad Garlinghouse discussed Donald Trump’s support for cryptocurrency, where Trump has positioned himself as a “crypto advocate” during his campaign. Trump has even stated that one of his first actions if elected president would be to remove Gary Gensler, the SEC chairman, who has taken a tough stance against crypto.

Global Crypto Regulations vs. U.S. Approach
In an interview with BBC, Brad points out that many countries like the UK, Switzerland, and Singapore have embraced crypto by creating clear regulatory frameworks.

This has allowed the crypto industry to grow, attracting entrepreneurs and capital. In contrast, the U.S. government, particularly under the Biden administration, has been more hostile toward crypto, creating challenges for the industry..

What a Win Would Mean for Crypto?
Brad talked about the ongoing legal battle between Ripple and the U.S. SEC. Ripple has been fighting the SEC over whether XRP should be classified as a security. Last summer, a judge ruled that XRP is not a security, but the SEC is appealing the decision, though they are not challenging the ruling on XRP itself.

Brad stressed the need for clearer regulations in the U.S. While Bitcoin and XRP have some regulatory clarity, many other cryptocurrencies, like Ethereum and Solana, remain in a “gray area.” 

This lack of clarity makes it difficult for the industry to move forward. Brad advocates for clear, well-defined regulations—similar to those in the UK or Japan—so that the crypto industry can follow the rules without fear of uncertainty.

SEC’s Role in Crypto Regulation
He criticized the SEC under Gary Gensler for trying to regulate crypto through enforcement actions rather than creating formal, clear rules. He argues that cryptocurrencies, unlike traditional securities, do not provide ownership rights or governance rights, so they should not be classified as securities.

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CHARLES HOSKINSON BREAKS SILENCE WITH FOUNDATIONAL MODEL OF CARDANO BLOCKCHAIN

Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson recently returned to social media with a compelling message that outlines his vision for Cardano and its potential. In his first major tweet since a brief hiatus, Hoskinson described Cardano as "a decentralized ecosystem of blockchain technology, smart contracts, and community governance committed to improving economic, political, and social systems for everyone, everywhere."

Hoskinson went on to outline Cardano's role as a foundational infrastructure designed to empower individuals and communities to "manage their identity, value, and governance," and foster the emergence of decentralized applications, businesses and network states.

This marks one of Hoskinson's first posts on X since Nov. 3, when he announced that he would be taking a week-long social media break to celebrate his birthday and enjoy time "off-grid." His return brings a renewed sense of purpose and focus on Cardano’s mission, reflected in his first tweets.

The Cardano community has reacted positively to Hoskinson’s statement, seeing it as a reaffirmation of the project's goals and values. What happened? Hoskinson previously lamented growing criticisms toward him and the Cardano ecosystem.

Amid this and with one user implying that Hoskinson might be Cardano's cancer, the founder decided to poll the community.

In the survey, Hoskinson asked if he was a "cancer" for Cardano. The poll received 50,501 votes at press time, with 51.6% agreeing that Hoskinson was Cardano's "cancer" and 48.4% saying the Cardano founder was not to blame for the ecosystem's challenges.

Apparently dismayed by the results of the poll, Hoskinson decided to take a break from X throughout the week, stating he wanted to disconnect and meditate. In a Nov. 3 post, Hoskinson made known his decision saying "It's going to be a lot of fun disconnecting and meditating.

On the other side, I'm going to have a different approach to social media and how I communicate to the Cardano ecosystem. I suspect I'll use X a lot less and will emphasize more productive and curated mediums. I will miss the daily interactions and spontaneity of things, but it's honestly become too toxic."

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Gold And Silver Are Sound Money: Why It Scares The Fed | JP Cortez

Lynette Zang: 11-10-2024

n Today's Video we are talking with Jp Cortez who is the Executive Director of the Sound Money Defense League, a nationally renowned policy group known for its fervent commitment to advocating for a stable and constitutional monetary system.

So very excited to have JP on

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eOL4teoXClg

Unexploded Bombs In Banking System | Rick Rule

Liberty and finance:  11-9-2024

Legendary investor Rick Rule provides a stark outlook on the financial system, warning of the dangers posed by government debt, inflation, and the unsustainable promises made by social programs like Social Security.

He explains how institutions such as banks are facing severe financial strain due to mismatches in their portfolios—long-dated fixed-rate obligations funded by short-term deposits—exposing them to the risks of rising interest rates.

Rule also highlights the precarious future facing retirees, especially those relying on Social Security, as inflation erodes the value of nominal benefits.

 With the U.S. government’s rising debt and unfunded liabilities, he cautions that the real value of future benefits will diminish, leaving many retirees unprepared. Ultimately, he stresses the importance of individuals taking control of their financial futures, acknowledging the challenges while emphasizing resilience and proactive planning.

INTERVIEW TIMELINE:

0:00 Intro

2:03 Government mismanagement

 17:07 Currency devaluation

24:40 Election & US dollar

34:35 Metals vs miners

40:00 Banking system

48:00 Battle Bank

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZKAqE7gBVqk

"You MUST PREPARE Now..." - Adam Taggart

LifeWorthLiving:  119-2024

Adam Taggart, host of thoughtful money, discusses the current uncertainties in financial markets and the importance of shifting from passive to active investment strategies. Taggart emphasizes that high volatility, shifting inflation trends, and evolving bond markets signal that traditional passive strategies may no longer be effective.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tGaHM7YshsQ