Judy Shelton’s Proposal for a Gold-Convertible Treasury Bond or Gold Standard

Judy Shelton’s Proposal for a Gold-Convertible Treasury Bond or Gold Standard

Nov. 29, 2024

Reviving the Gold Standard: Judy Shelton’s Proposal for a Gold-Convertible Treasury Bond

25 November 2024

Gold prices are significantly down on Monday morning. As the U.S. enters a shortened trading week due to the Thanksgiving holiday, the general market sentiment appears more optimistic, which is unfavorable for precious metals typically seen as safe-haven assets.

This improved risk appetite can be partially attributed to President-elect Trump’s selection of hedge fund manager Scott Bessent for the position of Treasury Secretary.

 The appointment of a financial industry insider to this key economic role has seemingly boosted investor confidence in the incoming administration’s economic policies. The price of gold is trading at $2642.39, down $73.80. The price of silver is trading at $30.39, down 95 cents.

Judy Shelton, a long-time advocate for sound money, has proposed an innovative approach to reintroduce a gold standard for the US dollar.

Her plan involves issuing a 50-year Treasury bond that would be convertible into gold, potentially to be initiated by President Trump on July 4, 2026. This proposal aims to address the current monetary system’s shortcomings and restore stability to the dollar by tying it back to a tangible asset.

The concept of a gold-convertible Treasury bond serves multiple purposes. Firstly, it provides a mechanism for discovering the appropriate price for gold convertibility without the need to abolish the Federal Reserve or make drastic changes to the current monetary system. Secondly, it would effectively utilize the United States’ substantial gold reserves, which are currently undervalued on government ledgers.

By offering gold redeemability, the government could potentially issue extremely long-dated debt at lower interest rates, as the risk of future dollar devaluation would be mitigated. This approach aligns with Shelton’s view that currency should be a standardized measure for public use rather than a policy instrument for managing the economy.

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Iraq Economic News and Points to Ponder Saturday Morning 11-30-24

Gold Heads For Biggest Monthly Drop In Over A Year

Economy  | 04:45 - 11/29/2024  Mawazine News – Baghdad  Gold prices rose on Friday, supported by a weaker dollar and geopolitical tensions, but were set to post their biggest monthly decline since September 2023 due to the US currency’s rise this month following Donald Trump’s victory in the US presidential election.

Spot gold was up 0.7% at $2,659.49 per ounce by 1201 GMT, but was on track for a weekly decline of about 2% after heavy selling earlier in the week.

US gold futures were up 0.85% at $2,659.20.

Gold prices have fallen 3% so far in November, their worst monthly performance since September 2023, amid expectations that the Trump administration’s potential for higher tariffs will keep interest rates higher for longer.

The dollar index fell to its lowest since November 12, but was still on track to post a 2% gain for the month.

Gold has been on a strong rise this year and is falling sharply this month due to heavy profit-taking after Trump’s election win and a stronger dollar following his victory, said Jigar Trivedi, senior analyst at Reliance Securities, according to Reuters.

“Middle East concerns have eased a bit due to the ceasefire talks, but otherwise concerns about Russia and Ukraine are still dominating the market,” said Ajay Kedia, director of Kedia Commodities in Mumbai.

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Oil Prices Rise, Exceed $73

economy |  11/29/2024  Mawazine News – Baghdad  Oil prices rose to more than $73 on Friday evening.  The price of a barrel of Brent crude reached $73.11 per barrel, while yesterday it recorded an increase that reached $72.78.

The price of a barrel of American crude reached $69.40 per barrel, while it had closed yesterday at $68.72.  https://www.mawazin.net/Details.aspx?jimare=257024

Iraq Prepares For An Electronic Revolution In Electronic Payment As 2025 Approaches

Economy  |  11/29/2024  Mawazine News – Baghdad  The head of the electronic payment team in Iraq, Nabil Al-Najjar, confirmed today, Friday, that Iraq will witness a major transformation in the field of electronic payment next year.

Al-Najjar explained in a statement to the official agency, followed by "Mawazine News", that "the number of electronic payment cards in Iraq has exceeded the barrier of 18 million cards, which means that a third of the population uses this method." He added that "there is a government trend that supports electronic payment through a series of decisions that will contribute to this major transformation in the Iraqi economy."

Al-Najjar pointed out that "Iraq is heading towards huge digital campaigns in line with the economic decisions adopted by the government of Prime Minister Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani, and it is expected that the year 2025 will witness a qualitative shift in electronic transactions."

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Electronic Payment.. 18 Million Cards Used In Iraq

Local  Economy News – Baghdad  Head of the electronic payment team in Iraq, Nabil Al-Najjar, confirmed today, Friday, that Iraq will witness a major electronic transformation next year.

Al-Najjar said, "The number of cards for electronic payment users has exceeded the 18 million mark, which means that a third of the Iraqi people use electronic payment cards," noting that "there is a government trend in favor of electronic payment through some decisions, and this indicates a major shift in the Iraqi economy."

He added, "The Iraqi market is heading towards major digital campaigns in accordance with the economic decisions issued by the government of Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani, and it is expected that the year 2025 will witness a major shift in dealing with electronic payment."

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The President Of The Republic And The First Deputy Speaker Of Parliament Affirm Their Support For The Government Program Tracks

Political | 08:30 - 11/29/2024   Mawazine News – Baghdad   President of the Republic Abdul Latif Jamal Rashid and First Deputy Speaker of Parliament Mohsen Al-Mandalawi affirmed their support for the government program tracks to serve citizens.

A statement issued by the Presidency of the Republic received by "Mawazine News" said that "the President of the Republic received the First Deputy Speaker of Parliament, and the meeting reviewed the situation on the local scene, and ways of coordination between the legislative and executive authorities, to enhance the legislative and oversight role of the House of Representatives, and support the tracks of the government program to serve the citizen and meet his aspirations."

The meeting also discussed regional developments according to the statement, and the need to take the necessary measures to enhance the state of security and stability witnessed by Iraq was emphasized.

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Al-Sudani: We Carried Out Comprehensive Reforms That Attracted Foreign Investments

Political |  11/29/2024  Mawazine News – Baghdad   Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani stressed that comprehensive reforms were a reason for attracting foreign investments to Iraq.

A statement from his office received by "Mawazine News" stated that "Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani received in the capital Madrid, today, Friday, a group of members of the Iraqi community in Spain."

Al-Sudani confirmed in his speech to the community members that "the visit included a high-level delegation, and Iraq and Spain have put the basic steps together to move towards a comprehensive strategic partnership in various fields, and the foreign ministries of the two countries have been directed to jointly prepare for this relationship." He

explained that "Iraq moved based on the strategic partnership agreement with the European Union, and the partnership with France, Germany, and Italy," indicating that "Spain has priority, based on the close political positions and the noble position on the Palestinian issue, the distinguished historical relationship, and its role in the international coalition against ISIS."

The Prime Minister pointed out that "the solid Spanish companies known for their experience are invited to contribute to the general development witnessed by Iraq, the reconstruction movement and the construction of infrastructure. The relationship has developed since the visit of the Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez to Iraq last year."

He stressed that "the government has worked to build trust and work to provide services, and that its responsibility is to serve all Iraqis with all their spectrums and diversity.

According to the figures, all sectors have witnessed important achievements that have put the country on the right path, and in every region of the country there is a service or development project."

Regarding financial, economic and banking reform, Al-Sudani explained that "the government has begun to develop the private sector and reform the banking system according to international compliance standards. Electronic sales numbers have increased, as part of a package of reforms in the field of tax and customs laws and company registration to facilitate the work of the local and foreign private sector,"

indicating that "the comprehensive reforms were a reason for attracting foreign investments that were initiated, and exceeded 62 billion dollars in two years, in the oil and gas, housing, industry, agriculture and hotels sectors, and indicators of international organizations and institutions indicate an increase in the growth rate during this period."   https://www.mawazin.net/Details.aspx?jimare=257028

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XRP NEWS: RIPPLE’S RLUSD STABLECOIN SET TO LAUNCH IN 4 DAYS – WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW

Ripple's stablecoin, RLUSD, is set to launch soon, pending NYDFS approval.

RLUSD aims to stabilize Ripple's offerings and capture a larger share of the cross-border payment market.

Positive regulatory shifts and market optimism are driving XRP's price surge.

Ripple always seems to be in the spotlight, doesn’t it?

The company behind XRP is preparing to launch its highly anticipated stablecoin, RLUSD, with approval from the New York Department of Financial Services (NYDFS) expected on December 4.

Why is RLUSD so important and how will it change the game for Ripple AND crypto payments? Let’s find out.

RLUSD: Ripple’s Answer to Legal Problems?

The launch of RLUSD is more than just a product release—it’s Ripple’s strategy to address the ongoing legal uncertainty around XRP. Unlike XRP, which is known for its price swings, RLUSD will offer the stability that investors and institutions seek.

Ripple’s acquisition of Standard Custody & Trust Company earlier this year was a crucial step. It enabled Ripple to meet NYDFS’s strict regulatory standards, setting the stage for RLUSD’s launch and enhancing its credibility in the stablecoin space.

Can Ripple Compete With the Others?

With RLUSD, Ripple is entering a market dominated by heavyweights like Circle’s USDC and Paxos’ USDP. By partnering with platforms such as MoonPay and Uphold, Ripple aims to make RLUSD available globally.

The stablecoin’s primary use case?

Transforming cross-border payments. RLUSD could make these transactions faster and more cost-effective, further boosting the adoption of Ripple’s RippleNet, which already competes with traditional systems like SWIFT.

XRP Price Analysis

XRP has been trading within a tight range of $0.39 to $0.75 since March 2023. However, recent developments—such as the upcoming U.S. election and Ripple’s push for regulatory clarity—have renewed investor optimism.

The anticipated launch of RLUSD is seen as a catalyst that could push XRP beyond its current limits. Some market analysts predict XRP could climb above $2 by year-end, driven by increased confidence in Ripple’s ecosystem.

What’s Boosting Ripple Today?

Ripple’s position is further strengthened by global regulatory changes. The MiCA framework in Europe and a pro-crypto stance from the Trump administration in the U.S. are creating a more supportive environment for compliant blockchain projects like Ripple.

If the NYDFS grants approval as expected, RLUSD could launch on December 4. This would add stability to Ripple’s offerings, enhancing its appeal in the fast-growing stablecoin market.

The stablecoin race is heating up, and Ripple’s RLUSD could be the wildcard that changes the game. Stay tuned to Coinpedia to know just how far it will go.

FAQs
Why is XRP going up?
Optimism around regulatory clarity and Ripple’s stablecoin news is fueling the price surge.

How high can XRP go?
While predictions vary, some experts believe XRP could cross $2 by year end.

What is stablecoin?
A stablecoin is a cryptocurrency pegged to a stable asset like the U.S. dollar, reducing volatility.

Is XRP a good investment?
XRP has huge potential, but market volatility and regulatory factors should be considered.

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BRAZIL’S BITCOIN RESERVE BILL: HOW IT COULD CHANGE CRYPTO FOREVER

Brazil Bitcoin takes a bold step forward.

Congressman Eros Biondini has proposed a BTC reserve bill to make Bitcoin part of the national treasury. His plan, called the ‘Bitcoin Sovereign Strategic Reserve (RESBit)’, wants to put 5% of Brazil’s reserves into Bitcoin. This marks a major change in how countries handle cryptocurrency.

Understanding Brazil’s BTC Reserve Bill and Its Impact on Crypto Regulations

Key Components of RESBit

Brazil’s Central Bank will keep the Bitcoin in cold storage. They plan to buy it step by step. The BTC reserve bill aims to spread out financial risks and make Brazil a tech leader. Such Brazil Bitcoin initiatives could show other countries how to use cryptocurrency in their banking systems.

Global Implications and Market Response

More countries want to use cryptocurrency now. Argentina, Morocco, and Romania are interested, too. US President-elect Donald Trump supports creating a Bitcoin reserve, making the BTC reserve bill more important worldwide.

Implementation and Security Measures

RESBit has strong rules for keeping Bitcoin safe. The Central Bank will use new technology to watch over and protect the funds. This helps make sure national digital money stays secure. Brazil’s innovative Bitcoin security measures could set a global standard.

Economic Strategy and Innovation

The plan helps the economy now and builds for the future. Brazil Bitcoin’s move with RESBit creates a blueprint that other countries might follow. This could change how the world handles money.

Future Outlook

Biondini’s plan could make cryptocurrency more common. If it passes, Brazil Bitcoin legislation would make it one of the first big countries to keep Bitcoin as a national reserve. This might encourage other nations to do the same.

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Tishwash:  Minister of Commerce sets date for opening shopping malls

Minister of Commerce, Athir Dawood Al-Ghariri, announced on Thursday the opening date of hypermarkets at the beginning of next year, while indicating that the prices of goods and food items will be competitive and 20 to 30 percent lower than the market.

Al-Ghariri said in a statement reported by the official news agency, and reviewed by "Al-Eqtisad News", that "there will be major measures during the next two months to create real competition, as the shopping complexes have revived the central markets previously through (hypermarkets) by selling food and all goods at competitive cooperative prices that are 20 to 30 percent lower than the market."

 He said, "The shopping malls will be opened on 1/1 of next year, as we will enter a new year of great achievements."

Al-Ghariri added, "The citizen can go to the existing shopping malls, as they are cheaper than the market at the official price," noting that "the supervisory and security agencies will hold accountable violators and weak-willed people who manipulate the prices of goods and food items."  link

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Tishwash:  Prime Minister: Iraq is ready to cooperate with major companies to develop its military and security system

Prime Minister Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani confirmed today, Friday, that Iraq is ready to cooperate with major companies to develop its military and security system.

The Prime Minister's Media Office said in a statement received by the Iraqi News Agency (INA): "Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani received at his residence in the capital Madrid today, representatives of three major Spanish companies specialized in the military and security field, namely (rheilmetall expal), (Indra) and (Airbus), each separately."

Al-Sudani stressed that "Iraq is today ready to cooperate with major companies to develop its military and security system, stressing the existence of many opportunities for joint work between companies and the Military Industrialization Authority."

The Prime Minister stressed Iraq's need to diversify sources of armament, which the government has worked on as part of a comprehensive plan to raise the efficiency and readiness of the security forces, and enhance the country's ability to face internal and external challenges.   link

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Tishwash:  After the decision to cancel the platform.. Will we witness a crazy rise in dollar prices in Iraq?
In a move that has attracted the attention of economic and financial circles, the Governor of the Central Bank, Ali Al-Alaq, announced the bank’s intention to cancel the electronic platform for financial transfers early next year.

This decision comes as part of a series of reforms aimed at facilitating financial procedures and stimulating the economy, but at the same time it raises questions about its potential impact on the stability of the dinar exchange rate.IraqibeforeDollarAmerican.

The concept of the electronic platform and its role in currency stability

The electronic money transfer platform is a mechanism adopted to ensure the regulation of foreign money transfers and to limit manipulation of exchange rates.

The platform documents commercial transactions and money transfers by banks and financial companies, ensuring more effective control over hard currency flows in and out of the country.

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1. Increased demand forDollarinThe marketBlack, with the absence of an electronic platform, the demand for it may increase.DollarinThe marketBlack money is the result of the absence of control mechanisms, which leads to higher exchange rates outside official channels.

2. Weak confidence in the dinar, as cancelling the platform may weaken confidence in the Iraqi dinar, especially if effective alternatives are not put in place to ensure stability.The marketLack of confidence means that citizens and investors are likely to withdraw their money in dinars and transfer it toDollarAs a safe haven.

3. The impact of smuggling and money laundering, as cancelling the platform could cancel strict control over smuggling operations.DollarSmuggling and money laundering practices may expand, increasing demand forDollarSignificantly and affects the central bank's reserves.

4. AccreditationThe marketOn supply and demand, with the platform being cancelled, the currency market may become more affected by direct supply and demand. This may lead to extreme fluctuations in the exchange rate, especially in unstable economic and political conditions.

Chances of facing a riseDollar

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The government and the central bank can rely on other supervisory tools such as strengthening the role of local banks and imposing strict restrictions on foreign transfers.

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The decision to cancel the electronic platform for money transfers represents a major challenge to the Iraqi economy, and may have direct effects on the exchange rate.DollarIn front of the dinar. To achieve economic stability in the next phase, it will be necessary to take proactive measures to compensate for the absence of the platform and ensure the continuity of supervision overThe marketFinancial.

The balance between facilitating economic procedures and protecting the national currency will be the decisive factor in determining the success of this decision and its effects on citizens and investors.

The Governor of the Central Bank, Ali Al-Alaq, confirmed in a statement to the official agency, which was followed by:Sumerian“Next year, we will launch a new approach to expand and enhance citizens’ remittances for various purposes, such as travel, treatment, or any legitimate remittances abroad, just as we did for commercial remittances,” he said, noting that “there are also agreements currently in place with relevant companies such as Visa, Mastercard, MoneyGram, Western Union, to establish a new framework for implementing these operations, which will constitute another shift in controlling these operations.”

Al-Alaq added, "Next year or the beginning of next year 2025 will witness the completion of the current procedures, and we seek to provide reassurance, especially with some people's questions about the fate of transfers after the completion of the electronic platform at the end of this year 2024."

“There is no sudden transition, but rather a gradual transition that began in 2024, where the banks’ relationship was transferred directly to correspondent banks without passing through other links, and the process has been completed with continued success,” he continued, stressing that “more than 95% of this goal has been achieved, and this process will be completed successfully within the next two weeks,” noting that “there is international anticipation to celebrate this occasion.”  link

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BRICS NEWS:  BRICS DETERMINED TO TRADE IN LOCAL CURRENCIES, NOT US DOLLAR

The BRICS alliance is determined to trade in local currencies and not the US dollar for cross-border transactions. The US dollar is seen as an adversary that hinders their growth in the global financial sector. Local currencies are seen as an alternative option that can bring the hegemony of the USD down.

BRICS: Local Currencies First & Not the US Dollar

Similar to the phrase ‘America First‘, the BRICS bloc is now emerging to make ‘local currencies first’. The bloc is pulling every trick up its sleeve to sideline the US dollar for cross-border payments. From oil deals to copper trade and infrastructural loans, the alliance is aiming to push local currencies for settlements.

Many other developing countries are keen on joining the bandwagon and could soon jump on the de-dollarization train. Several nations in Africa are on the sidelines and could seek the help of BRICS to put their local currencies to use.

The move will strengthen their native economies and make businesses thrive. It will also provide a way for their local currencies to make a mark in the currency markets.

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BRICS NEWS: 2 COUNTRIES OFFICIALLY ABANDON THE US DOLLAR FOR TRADE

BRICS members Russia and Iran announced that they have officially abandoned the US dollar for trade between the two nations. Russia reported that 96% of all cross-border transactions between Iran have been settled in local currencies, the ruble and rial. In 2024, the usage of local currencies between Russia and Iran is up by 12.4%, making 96% of all settlements.

“We (BRICS members Iran and Russia) have entered into a currency agreement with Russia and fully removed the US dollar. Now we only trade in rubles and rials,” said the Governor of the Central Bank of the Islamic Republic, Mohammad Reza Farzin. However, both nations face sanctions as the White House has made it difficult to accept the US dollar.

In July this year, both the BRICS countries agreed to a currency swap policy signed by the Russian and Iranian central banks. They also completed the integration of Russia’s Mir payment as a replacement for the SWIFT messaging system and the US dollar. Russia also allowed Iranian citizens to withdraw the rial in ATMs across the country.

BRICS: Russia & Iran Sidelines the US Dollar, Trades in Local Currencies

While the US pressed sanctions on BRICS member Russia to weaken its economy, the Kremlin is bypassing the sanctions by convincing other countries to ditch the US dollar and begin using local currencies. The de-dollarization initiative is growing and many developing countries are now eager to join the bandwagon.

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TAIWAN ENFORCES AML REGISTRATION MANDATE FOR CRYPTO PROVIDERS

Taiwan accelerates its crypto AML mandate, imposing stricter registration rules and penalties for noncompliance.

Taiwan advanced the introduction of its new Anti-Money Laundering (AML) regulations for cryptocurrency businesses after authorities fined two crypto exchanges for violations.

On Nov. 27, the Financial Supervisory Commission (FSC) announced that the upcoming money laundering prevention registration mandate for crypto exchanges was shifted to Nov. 30 from the previous Jan. 1, 2025 deadline.

Per the previous notice, virtual asset service providers (VASPs) failing to register with the government could be subject to a two-year prison sentence or fines of as much as 5 million New Taiwan dollars ($155,900).

The new mandate includes previously registered crypto businesses

According to Taiwan FSC records, 26 crypto providers are currently approved to continue to offer their services. All crypto entities, whether previously registered or not, must register in accordance with the new AML mandate. The authority said:

“No business operators have completed the Money Laundering Prevention Registration under the VASP Registration Measures.”

The authority provided a checklist of items crypto exchanges can use to track suspicious transactions or activities. When identifying suspicious customers, crypto service providers must look for names and bank account details, location via IP addresses, multiple trading accounts and frequent information changes, among other things.

Crypto exchanges in Taiwan were also asked to track unusual transaction activities, including but not limited to splitting funds, utilizing multiple accounts with the same IP address and switching assets.

Cracking down on crypto exchanges violating AML laws
According to a Regulation Asia report, the FSC fined crypto exchanges MaiCoin and BitoPro on Nov. 28 for AML violations in relation to customer due diligence (CDD), transaction monitoring, record-keeping and suspicious transaction reporting.

To register with Taiwan’s AML regulation, crypto service providers are required to submit a one-page form detailing the nature of their businesses.

The form states that any changes to the business or the information provided should be provided to the Securities Over-the-counter (OTC) Trading Center within five business days.

Crypto businesses will also be required to establish a quality management system for accounting and auditing their finances.

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RETAILERS PUSH FOR A DELAY IN ROLLOUT OF RUSSIA’S CBDC

In October the Bank of Russia revealed a time frame for the roll out of the digital ruble, which forms part of a Bill that has been submitted to the State Duma. The mass rollout date is 1 July 2025. By that time the largest banks and retailers must support the central bank digital currency (CBDC). Now the Ministry of Industry and Trade has asked for a longer timescale of up to two years, similar to that provided to smaller retailers, the Izvestia newspaper reported.

The 1 July deadline applies to retailers with a turnover of more than 30 million rubles ($274,000). Those with incomes between 20 to 30 million rubles have one extra year, and smaller firms have two years.

The Ministry complained that there are still no rules for the operation and functioning of the digital ruble, so it doesn’t allow sufficient time for retailers to prepare and for adapting their point of sale software.

Trade bodies agree. “We believe it is necessary to refrain from legislatively establishing specific deadlines for launching systems at the trade level and to provide for a transition period of at least two years, during which companies will carry out the necessary work,” a letter from the Retail Companies Association (ACORT) states.

Another industry body, the Association of Internet Trade Companies (AITC), has similar views. It said, “The absence of such important provisions does not give businesses the opportunity to assess the costs of implementation time, the necessary human resources, expenses for the company, and also to understand to what extent companies are ready to implement such payments.”

The main benefit of a CBDC for retail outlets is reduced acquiring fees, so retailers will pay less for processing payments.

What’s the rush?
Stepping back, one of the big motivators for a CBDC is for cross border payments in order to circumvent sanctions. If a CBDC isn’t rolled out domestically, then a cross border CBDC would need direct integration with the domestic payment system.

With the cross border payment platform mBridge, the only member that currently has a domestic CBDC is China, and even that is in pilot mode. Hence, it’s not completely clear why there’s such a rush in Russia. Especially given the central bank has a few other issues to deal with given the war with Ukraine.

On the other hand, Russia is known for its software prowess, and is trying to lead the BRICS Bridge cross border payment project. Hence, having an operational domestic CBDC gives it more credibility.

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BRICS+ Nations Determined to Trade in their Own Currencies

BRICS+ Nations Determined to Trade in their Own Currencies

Geopolitical Analyst:   11-29-2024

The global economic landscape is undergoing a significant transformation as the BRICS+ nations — Brazil, China, Egypt, Ethiopia, India, Iran, the Russian Federation, South Africa, and the United Arab Emirates — intensify their efforts to trade using local currencies.

This development, emphasized during their 16th summit in October 2024, highlights a collective determination to reduce reliance on the US dollar and euro, two currencies that have long dominated international trade.

An economic and political imperative drives these countries to promote trading in their currencies. The reliance on major currencies often leads to increased transaction costs and vulnerabilities tied to the fluctuations and availability of these currencies.

For many nations, particularly those in the Global South, trading in currencies like the US dollar is fraught with challenges. Countries such as Ethiopia, whose currency (the birr) is not widely accepted internationally, face significant barriers when trying to engage in trade or to repay debts typically denominated in foreign currencies.

One principal advantage of using local currencies is lowering transaction costs. By trading in their own currencies, BRICS+ countries can streamline the process, making it easier and more efficient to conduct cross-border transactions. This financial autonomy not only enhances trade fluidity but also allows these nations to avoid the pitfalls of relying on currencies that are often tied to political agendas and economic sanctions.

Historically, certain currencies have garnered trust and value because they are backed by nations with robust economies and stable political systems. The US dollar, the euro, the British pound, and the Japanese yen have served as the currencies of choice for international trade, providing a sense of safety for traders and investors alike.

However, the need to transact in these dominant currencies can create economic bottlenecks for developing countries. For instance, if a country cannot earn enough of these major currencies through exports, it struggles to fulfill its import needs or pay off debts, which can hinder economic growth and overall development.

In the unique case of Russia, the country faces extensive sanctions due to its aggressive foreign policies, particularly its conflict with Ukraine. Here, diversifying currency options may offer a pathway to navigate these sanctions, allowing Russia to engage in international trade with alternatives to the dollar or euro.

The political motivations behind this shift are equally compelling. The imposition of sanctions, particularly through the SWIFT (Society for Worldwide Interbank Financial Telecommunication) system, has increasingly been used as a tool to exert pressure on nations. Established in 1973, SWIFT has become the backbone of international payments, facilitating secure communication between financial institutions globally. It has been used to impose financial sanctions on various countries, including Iran, Russia, and North Korea, effectively restricting their access to international financial markets.

By moving towards local currency trading, BRICS+ nations can potentially insulate themselves from future sanctions that utilize the current financial infrastructure which they cannot control. In doing so, they seek to reclaim their financial sovereignty and create a more balanced global trading environment.

While the move towards trading in local currencies is promising, it is fraught with challenges. The success of such a shift will depend on the willingness of these countries to establish robust financial systems capable of facilitating international trade without relying on the major currencies. Moreover, trust in local currencies must be cultivated among member nations and their trading partners for these currencies to gain acceptance on the global stage.

In conclusion, as BRICS+ nations embark on this journey towards de-dollarization, they navigate a complex landscape dominated by longstanding economic practices and geopolitical intricacies.

While the ambition to trade in local currencies holds the potential to reshape international trade dynamics and enhance economic resilience, its realization will require concerted efforts, cooperation, and trust among member states. The outcome of this initiative could largely determine the future of international trade and finance as a whole.

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Judiciary Warns Of The Danger Of Currency Smuggling

November 28, 2024  Baghdad/Al-Masala: The Supreme Judicial Council warned, on Thursday, of the danger of currency smuggling and its harm to the national economy and development, while revealing the latest methods of currency smuggling and how to pursue it.

The judge of the Integrity and Money Laundering Investigation Court, Iyad Mohsen Damd, said in a statement to Al-Qada newspaper, “Currency smuggling is one of the crimes that has economic and social impacts, most notably harming the national economy by taking hard currency out of the country and pushing it into circulation in the economic market of other countries.”

In light of the technical and technological developments that the world is witnessing, as Damd points out, “currency smugglers have developed their means and methods of smuggling money, and one of the most recent methods that we have been presented with in practical reality is smuggling currency through prepaid electronic payment cards,

where the accused agrees with ordinary citizens to issue payment cards in their names in exchange for small amounts that he gives them, then he fills the cards, carries them and takes them out of the country through airports, and then withdraws the amounts in cash through ATMs in the countries to which he travels.”

Among the methods of smuggling money, Damd stated that “some criminals resort to the currency sales window at the Central Bank of Iraq to buy dollars, and then transfer the money to foreign bank accounts under the pretext of importing goods without there being a real import operation.”

Regarding the legal procedures, he pointed out that “the courts currently consider currency smuggling crimes in accordance with the provisions of Resolution 58 of 1982, the penalty for which is life imprisonment, and sometimes it is adapted according to Article 43 of the Anti-Money Laundering and Terrorism Financing Law No. 39 of 2015, which is a misdemeanor, and the decisive factor in determining the penalty is the circumstances and facts of the case.”

The judge in charge of combating money laundering stated that “there are legal procedures represented by the enactment of laws that require combating currency smuggling and impose deterrent penalties on perpetrators, and there are institutional procedures represented by the formation of security and intelligence agencies concerned with combating this crime, arresting its perpetrators, and presenting cases before investigating judges.”

Regarding the obstacles facing the pursuit of currency smugglers, he stated that “the obstacles are represented by the difficulty of tracking and uncovering some of the smugglers’ methods, especially when they use modern methods and advanced technologies. Another obstacle is the fact that the crime is organized and is committed by transnational gangs. It is known that transnational crimes are complex and difficult to track and trace in terms of inspection, arrest and prosecution procedures.”

Regarding technological progress and its impact on increasing or reducing these crimes, the judge described technological development as “a double-edged sword, as criminals can exploit it to develop methods of currency smuggling, speed it up, and complicate the procedures for tracking it.

On the other hand, the competent authorities can benefit from it by combating the crime of currency smuggling by developing inspection and inspection devices at airports, as well as by developing systems to combat money laundering and currency smuggling, and by using technology to activate the due diligence procedures that must be followed to reduce the danger and extent of currency smuggling.”

For his part, the judge of the Third Karkh Investigation Court, Muhammad Khalid Jiyad, revealed “other modern methods used in currency smuggling and money laundering operations, which are represented by importing goods from neighboring countries through fictitious deals or attaching forged invoices in which prices are inflated to high levels or through (K-Card) cards.”

Jihad explained that “currency smugglers collect a large number of Key Cards and Visa Cards after filling them with national currencies and traveling with them outside Iraq and withdrawing the amounts deposited in them in dollars or by purchasing electronic game cards from the Internet in dollars, as well as through drug and weapons trade and oil smuggling.”

He explained that “traders and importers evade legal accountability by importing under fictitious names, as most of them are not registered for taxes or do not possess an import certificate that originally allows them to conduct commercial exchange.”

He warned of “the danger of currency smuggling, which causes economic inflation by doubling or more the prices of goods,” indicating that “these crimes have led to the instability of the country’s economic situation, the fluctuation of the exchange rate of foreign currencies against the value of the Iraqi dinar, and the spread of poverty, classism, and ignorance in society.”

“The biggest obstacle facing the concerned authorities in pursuing foreign currency smugglers is the fact that the ownership of the dollar is restricted to a certain group or parties that control the devaluation or increase of the local currency against the dollar, which has created a kind of dominance and monopoly supported by an umbrella and official decisions,”

Jiyad continued, noting that “the financial policy has failed to achieve stability in the exchange rate of the dinar against the dollar, in addition to the difficulty of uncovering people who launder money and smuggle hard currencies, as this type of crime is covered by a commercial nature.”

He pointed out that “one of the reasons for not controlling smuggling is the border crossings that are not controlled by the General Authority of Customs, as well as the presence of some smugglers outside Iraq and of different nationalities, which makes it difficult to reach them and hand them over to the Iraqi state due to international law, as the handing over of smugglers is according to the principle of reciprocity and extradition agreements between countries.”

Regarding the measures taken to confront currency smugglers, he stated that “the Central Bank of Iraq plays an important role through its policies, so a special policy must be set for the bank and translated according to instructions and controls and applied to all banks and financial institutions strictly, in addition to the special oversight that is represented by practicing auditing procedures related to oversight of financial institutions.”

Regarding the judicial efforts in this field, Jihad stressed that “the Iraqi judiciary has an important role in confronting this crime through the judicial rulings it issued against currency smugglers, where the provisions of Article (456) of the Penal Code were applied, in accordance with Article (57) of the Iraqi Banking Law No. 94 of 2004, which states that (any person who practices banking activities and works without a banking license issued by the Central Bank of Iraq is considered guilty and subject to prosecution, and the fraud penalty stipulated in the Penal Code shall be applied against him).”

He added that “Article (456) of the Penal Code punishes anyone who obtains or transfers possession of movable property owned by another to himself or to a person by using fraudulent methods or by adopting a false name or incorrect description or by reporting a false matter about a specific incident, whenever this is likely to deceive the victim and induce him to surrender.”

The judge explained that “actions are taken against natural and legal persons who practice banking activities such as financial transfers abroad without having a license to do so according to their certificate of establishment, and the provisions of the dissolved Revolutionary Command Council Resolution No. 58 of 1982 are also applied, which states (first):

Anyone proven to have smuggled money outside Iraq for the purpose of investment shall be punished with life imprisonment, and his movable and immovable assets located in Iraq shall be confiscated and registered in the name of the Ministry of Finance.”

He pointed out that “Article (38) of the Anti-Money Laundering and Terrorism Financing Law 39 of 2015 stipulated (First: The funds involved in the crime must be confiscated…), and the decision of the dissolved Revolutionary Command Council No. 58 of 1982 included the confiscation of movable and immovable funds located in Iraq for anyone proven to have smuggled funds and specified the entity in whose name these confiscated funds are registered (the Ministry of Finance).”

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"Innovative" Methods For Smuggling Dollars In Iraq... And The Perpetrators Are "Safe

Reports   Economy News – Baghdad  Two judges specializing in integrity, money laundering and smuggling cases revealed the latest methods used in money laundering and smuggling crimes in Iraq, which are represented by the use of electronic cards or fictitious imports, while they indicated that the biggest obstacles facing the pursuit of money laundering is the monopoly of the dollar for certain categories covered by legal decisions.

The judge of the Integrity and Money Laundering Investigation Court, Iyad Mohsen Damd, told Al-Qada newspaper that “currency smuggling is one of the crimes that has economic and social impacts, most notably harming the national economy by taking hard currency out of the country and pushing it into circulation in the economic market of other countries.”

He explained that “currency smugglers have developed their means and methods of smuggling money, and one of the most recent methods that have been presented to us in practical reality is smuggling currency through prepaid electronic payment cards, where the accused agrees with ordinary citizens to issue payment cards in their names in exchange for small amounts that he gives them, then he fills the cards, carries them and takes them out of the country through airports, and then withdraws the amounts in cash through ATMs in the countries to which he travels.”

He pointed out that "some criminals resort to the currency sales window at the Central Bank of Iraq to buy dollars, and then transfer the money to foreign bank accounts under the pretext of importing goods without there being a real import operation."

For his part, Judge of the Third Karkh Investigation Court, Muhammad Khalid Jiyad, reveals other modern methods used in currency smuggling and money laundering operations, which are represented by “importing goods from neighboring countries through fictitious deals or attaching forged invoices in which prices are inflated to high levels or through (K-Card) cards.”

He explains that “currency smugglers collect a large number of Key Cards and Visa Cards after filling them with national currencies and traveling with them outside Iraq and withdrawing the amounts deposited in them in dollars or by purchasing electronic game cards from the Internet in dollars, as well as through drug and weapons trade and oil smuggling.”

He stressed that "traders and importers evade legal accountability by importing under fictitious names, as most of them are not registered for taxes or do not possess an import certificate that originally allows them to conduct commercial exchange."

“The biggest obstacle facing the concerned authorities in pursuing foreign currency smugglers is the fact that the ownership of the dollar is restricted to a certain group or parties that control the devaluation or increase of the local currency against the dollar, which has created a kind of dominance and monopoly supported by an umbrella and official decisions,”

he said, noting that “the financial policy has failed to achieve stability in the exchange rate of the dinar against the dollar, in addition to the difficulty of uncovering people who launder money and smuggle hard currencies, as this type of crime is covered by a commercial nature.”

He also attributes the reasons for the lack of control over smuggling to “the border crossings that are not controlled by the General Authority of Customs, as well as the presence of some smugglers outside Iraq and of different nationalities, which makes it difficult to reach them and hand them over to the Iraqi state due to international law, as the handing over of smugglers is according to the principle of reciprocity and extradition agreements between countries.”

https://economy-news.net/content.php?id=50322

Is It A New Deal Of The Century In Diyala? Where Are The 40 Billion That Disappeared From Sight?

2024-11-29 | 1,717 views  SumerianNews – Local  The major embezzlement case that took place inDiyalaWhich was known as the theft of the century, kept secret withoutAdvertisementAbout the results of the investigations into it.

The case included the seizure of billions of dinars of compensation funds allocated to victims of terrorism.

 Reports indicate that the stolen amount amounts to 9 billion dinars, amid accusations against employees in the governorate’s office.

An informed source said, "The funds were gradually withdrawn over several months, using forged checks."

 He added that "the ongoing investigations revealed the involvement of no less than five employees, including accounting officers, two of whom were arrested and large sums of money were seized, while the search for the rest is still ongoing," explaining that "the investigations included cooperation from Integrity And the security authorities to track down those involved and prevent them from traveling.

 However, the representative of the province Diyala Ahmed Al-Moussawi recently revealed that the value of the “theft of the century” has increased in The province To 40 billion dinars.

 Al-Moussawi said: “We are waiting for the competent authorities to investigate and reveal the theft of approximately forty billion dinars, according to the information that reached us,” explaining that “the judiciary and the Integrity in Diyala We are facing a major test to clarify the details of this theft and those involved in it.

 He called for "following up on the issue and supervising the investigation directly, returning these funds as soon as possible, holding the thieves accountable and imposing the most severe penalties on them."

 Last April, media outlets reported that nearly 9 billion dinars had disappeared from the Diyala Governorate office, similar to the “theft of the century.”

 She explained that "the amount that disappeared is compensation amounts and is estimated at 8-9 billion dinars, and those involved in stealing it are 3 employees who fled to an unknown location," noting that "the theft was carried out through checks that were gradually cashed over the past months." LINK

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DE-DOLLARIZATION: 2 COUNTRIES OFFICIALLY ABANDON THE US DOLLAR

While Trump is bolstering efforts to reinstate US dollar dominance, the de-dollarization agenda is still a heavy narrative that is spreading like wildfire on a global domain. The Trump regime is focusing on imposing taxes on countries moving away from the dollar, while on the other side, these two nations have stopped using the dollar for bilateral trade. Is de-dollarization an agenda that can truly end sometime soon?

These 2 Nations Have Moved Away From The Dollar

Iran and Russia, the two leading nations, have decided to move away from the US dollar. Iran’s central bank governor, Mohammad Reza Farzin, officially announced plans on how Iran has lately been conducting trade with Russia without using the US dollar. 

Farzin outlined how both nations have established agreements to conduct trade in local currencies, giving the multipolar currency narrative a new boost.

“We have entered into a currency agreement with Russia and fully removed the dollar. Now we only trade in rubles and rials,” Farzin later shared.

The Governor of the Central Bank of Iran later clarified how the financial authorities of both nations have agreed on the exchange rate to be used while conducting active transactions.

The recent data uploaded by the Kremlin also reflected the rising multipolar currency narrative. The fresh Kremlin data emphasize how Iran and Russia have conducted nearly 96% of their trade transactions in local currencies.

“The Kremlin reported on October 21 that the use of national currencies in mutual settlements between Iran and Russia was up 12.4% in 2024, making up 96% of all transactions.” Tass Media reported

The rising de-dollarization wave is hard to maneuver as the majority of the nations, under BRICS and ASEAN, are all proposing local currencies, urging nations to pivot away from the dollar

Trump Tightens His Tax Agenda

Trump, in his recent spree of announcements, has shared how Canada, Mexico, and China will encounter higher tax restrictions. The president-elect has decided to impose a 10% tax on Canada and Mexico to address and restrict illegal immigration and drug smuggling.

At the same time, Trump has imposed a 25% tax on China, touting it as a measure to curb excessive fentanyl imports.

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CRYPTO EXCHANGE OKX ROLLS OUT SERVICES IN BELGIUM TO STRENGTHEN EUROPEAN PRESENCE

OKX expands its European footprint with a launch in Belgium, featuring free Euro deposits through a partnership with local payment provider Bancontact.

Seychelles-headquartered crypto exchange OKX has launched its services in Belgium, offering spot trading, conversion, and a range of crypto services through its exchange and wallet.

Belgian customers now have access to over 200 cryptocurrencies, including more than 60 crypto-euro trading pairs, along with Euro deposits and withdrawals, the company said in a Nov. 28 press release.

The exchange says the expansion in Belgium leverages Bancontact, Belgium’s online payment system, allowing customers to deposit funds instantly and free of charge. SEPA withdrawals and deposits are also available without fees.

OKX Europe general manager Erald Ghoos says the launch in Belgium marks a “key step in our regional expansion, supported by a local team and tailored services that meet the unique needs of Belgian customers.”

The Belgian launch is part of OKX’s broader strategy to increase its presence across Europe. 

Earlier in 2024, the exchange debuted in the Netherlands and announced plans to establish OKX expands its European footprint with a launch in Belgium, featuring free Euro deposits through a partnership with local payment provider Bancontact.

Seychelles-headquartered crypto exchange OKX has launched its services in Belgium, offering spot trading, conversion, and a range of crypto services through its exchange and wallet.

Belgian customers now have access to over 200 cryptocurrencies, including more than 60 crypto-euro trading pairs, along with Euro deposits and withdrawals, the company said in a Nov. 28 press release.

The exchange says the expansion in Belgium leverages Bancontact, Belgium’s online payment system, allowing customers to deposit funds instantly and free of charge. SEPA withdrawals and deposits are also available without fees.

OKX Europe general manager Erald Ghoos says the launch in Belgium marks a “key step in our regional expansion, supported by a local team and tailored services that meet the unique needs of Belgian customers.”

The Belgian launch is part of OKX’s broader strategy to increase its presence across Europe. Earlier in 2024, the exchange debuted in the Netherlands and announced plans to establish a regulatory hub in Malta, where it secured a Class 4 Virtual Financial Assets license in 2021. The exchange said it plans to list additional tokens for Belgian users as part of its ongoing product expansion, though details on this initiative are yet to be disclosed.

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COINBASE ENDS USDC REWARDS IN EUROPE AS MICA DEADLINE LOOMS

The crypto exchange will end its USDC yield program for EEA customers on December 1, citing the EU’s upcoming stablecoin regulations.

Crypto exchange Coinbase will discontinue its USDC Rewards program for customers in the European Economic Area (EEA) starting December 1, 2024, as part of its compliance with the European Union’s Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulations.

Coinbase users reported receiving an email Thursday in which the exchange announced the termination of its yield program, which allowed users to earn rewards on their holdings of the USDC stablecoin.

The change comes as MiCA, introduced in June 2023, imposes stricter rules on stablecoins, classifying them as electronic money tokens (EMTs).

These rules ban interest-earning features and require issuers to maintain sufficient reserves and obtain e-money authorization in at least one EU member state.

Impacted customers will receive their final payments within the first ten business days of December. Until then, they can continue earning rewards on balances through November 30.

Many customers have expressed dissatisfaction with the changes. Paul Berg, co-founder of Sablier, sarcastically remarked on Twitter that he feels “very grateful to the EU” for shielding him from earning rewards on his USDC.

Ripple’s CTO David Schwartz weighed in, describing the situation as an example of regulations preventing companies from offering “pro-consumer” services.

Coinbase had hinted at the coming change October, announcing plans to delist or adjust non-compliant tokens ahead of MiCA’s full enforcement on December 30.

At the time, the crypto exchange told Decrypt it would provide a detailed transition plan in November to help European customers switch to compliant stablecoins, such as USDC and EURC.

On Wednesday, stablecoin issuer Tether also announced it will stop minting euro-backed tokens, citing regulatory hurdles in Europe.

Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino said the focus will now shift to expanding Hadron, its asset tokenization platform.

Coinbase did not immediately respond to Decrypt’s request for comment.

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World's Largest Gold Deposit Found, Worth Over Us$80 Billion

World's Largest Gold Deposit Found, Worth Over Us$80 Billion

Mike McRae  Thu, November 28, 2024

A deposit of high-quality gold ore containing around 1,000 metric tons (1,100 US tons) of the precious metal has been discovered in central China, according to Chinese state media.

Valued at approximately 600 billion yuan or US$83 billion, the discovery could be considered the largest and most lucrative reservoir of gold ever uncovered, surpassing the 900 metric tons estimated to lie within the mother of all gold reserves, South Deep mine in South Africa.

The Geological Bureau of Hunan Province announced the detection of 40 gold veins within a depth of 2 kilometers (1.2 miles) in the northeast Hunan county of Pingjiang.

These alone were thought to contain 300 metric tons of gold, with 3D modeling suggesting additional reserves may be found to a depth of 3 kilometers.

"Many drilled rock cores showed visible gold," says bureau prospector Chen Rulin.

Core samples suggest every metric ton of ore could contain as much as 138 grams (nearly 5 ounces) of gold – an extraordinary level of quality considering ore excavated from underground mines is considered high grade if it contains more than 8 grams.

China already dominates the world's gold market with reserves considered to be in excess of 2,000 tons earlier in 2024, its mining industry contributing around 10 percent of the global output.

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Tishwash:  they do this every year this is not a sign the RV is happening although it would be a great time for it

Rafidain Bank announces suspension of credit activity in the middle of next month

  For annual application purposes

Rafidain Bank announced today, Friday, the suspension of credit activity as of December 15th for the purposes of annual implementation.

Rafidain Bank announces the suspension of credit activity as of December 15th for annual implementation purposes.

The bank confirms that due to the approaching end of the fiscal year and for the purposes of the annual application and to make room for the liquidation of the suspended assets, preparing the annual statistics and inventory, and organizing the budgets, all types of credit activity will be suspended on 12/15/2024, and loan applications and other banking services will not be promoted.

The bank directed its branches in Baghdad and the governorates to complete all completed transaction requests that have advanced procedures before the above date. The bank added that work on promoting loans will resume early next year.  link 

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Tishwash:  How does the United Nations view the steps of the Sudanese government in the economic file?

The United Nations praised the exceptional steps achieved by the government of Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani in the areas of diversifying sources of income and the economy, and achieving food security, pledging to continue its support (the Iraqi government) in its efforts to achieve development and economic sustainability for Iraq.

The confirmations of the highest international organization in the world came from the Assistant Secretary-General of the United Nations and Regional Director for Arab States, Abdullah Al-Dardari, who said in an interview with the official newspaper, “The Iraqi government has begun to take rapid steps to diversify sources of income, especially since the government realizes that reliance on oil can not only end within a certain period, but that advanced technology is what must create valuable job opportunities for Iraqi youth who yearn for initiative, creativity and invention. Therefore, the Iraqi government has allocated funding resources in this direction, such as the Central Bank’s funding plan of (700) million dollars for activities related to environmental efficiency, renewable energy and energy efficiency.”

He pointed out that “the United Nations is ready to provide technical support to ensure the best for this credit line,” noting that “the United Nations helped prepare a local strategy for Iraqi medium and small companies and financing mechanisms for these companies and their right to access all available sources of financing, and to develop banking work so that it becomes focused on financing productive projects, and there is a great effort that we are making with the Iraqi government in this direction.”

The UN official confirmed that “Iraq has achieved a major accomplishment in the non-oil sector, after achieving an abundant wheat crop exceeding (6) million tons. This accomplishment was achieved under difficult climatic conditions and with a large government investment of about (500) million dollars through the use of drip irrigation mechanisms, providing support to farmers, purchasing at a price higher than the market price, and granting soft loans,” indicating that “this is evidence that government policies and government funding can encourage the private sector to produce, increase food security in Iraq, and reduce dependence on imports, which saves about (4) billion dollars from wheat imports annually, which is a very large amount,” considering “this a major accomplishment for the Iraqi government.”

He added, "The United Nations is ready to cooperate with Iraq to develop food security and agricultural production systems."  link

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Tishwash:  Details of the Kurdistan delegation's meeting with the Ministry of Oil.. Agreement on 3 points

Member of the Parliamentary Oil and Gas Committee, Sabah Subhi Haider, revealed details of the meeting that brought together the Undersecretary of the Iraqi Ministry of Oil, Ali Maaraj, with the representative of the Kurdistan Region in Baghdad, Faris Issa, and a number of members of parliament.

Today, Thursday, the Undersecretary of the Ministry of Oil for Distribution Affairs, Ali Maaraj, received the Head of the Kurdistan Region Representation Office, Faris Issa, and a number of members of the Council of Representatives attended the meeting.
Member of the Parliamentary Oil and Gas Committee, Sabah Subhi Haider, who was one of those present, said: “We visited the Ministry of Oil with Faris Issa, Minister of the Kurdistan Region Representation Office, and the Directors General of the Ministry of Natural Resources, and three main topics were discussed in the meeting.”

According to the MP, the attendees discussed the issue of “distributing kerosene to the Kurdistan Region, allocating a quantity of regular gasoline to the region, and calculating the standard liter volume of oil shipped to the region.”

Haidar confirmed that "the following results were reached during the meeting: 1- Immediately launching the region's share of kerosene, which is 50 million liters, 2- Anticipating the improvement of gasoline quantities in the central and southern governorates in order to determine a share for the region, 3- Reviewing the issue of the standard liter and the normal volume of oil sent to the region in the ministry until the problem is resolved."

According to the parliamentarian, the meeting this time focused on the issue of sending fuel to the region, and did not address the issue of resuming oil exports from Kurdistan, which is scheduled to begin early next year according to official statements.   link

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Iraq Economic News and Points to Ponder Thursday Afternoon 11-28-24

Al-Sudani: We Have Contact With Trump's Team And They Want To Develop Relations With Us

Thursday 28 November 2024 11:08 | PoliticsNumber of readings: 358

Baghdad / NINA / Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani stressed: "Iraq's relations with the United States are institutional according to the strategic framework agreement."

Al-Sudani said in an interview with the Spanish newspaper El Mundo: "We have communication with Trump's team and they want to develop relations with us."

Regarding Iraq's relations with Spain, he explained: "We are facing a distinguished stage in relations with Spain and there is a mutual desire to develop and advance them in all fields," adding: "Spain is part of the international coalition that helped us eliminate the terrorist ISIS, and based on our request, the mission of the international coalition will end within two years due to the lack of justification for its existence."

He said: "There are Spanish companies in Iraq, especially in the railway and transportation sector, and we are keen to have more companies for their efficiency and experience in implementing projects. We will sign several memoranda of understanding with Spain and there is a financial ceiling of 200 million euros to one billion euros to cover projects implemented by the Iraqi and Spanish private sectors."

He pointed out that a railway project worth 250 million dollars was referred to a Spanish company, and negotiations are underway with another Spanish company on a high-speed train project between the governorates of Najaf and Karbala.

Regarding the situation in Iraq, Al-Sudani said: "The capabilities of our security services have reached an advanced stage and there is political stability that has been reflected in the general situation of the country."

Regarding the ceasefire in Lebanon, the Prime Minister described the agreement as an important event, expressing his hope that it will include the Gaza Strip to reflect on the stability of the region.

He continued: "Our laws stipulate non-recognition of the Zionist entity, and the Palestinians are the owners of the land and the cause, and they are the ones who decide the formula for the solution to their cause." / End 2   https://ninanews.com/Website/News/Details?Key=1171569

Gold Falls On Dollar Strength

Thursday 28 November 2024 08:49 | Economic  Number of readings: 214

Baghdad / NINA / Gold prices fell on Thursday, pressured by the rise of the dollar, amid anticipation of economic data indicating that the Federal Reserve (the US central bank) may follow a more cautious approach to interest rate cuts.

Spot gold fell 0.3 percent to $ 2627.60 per ounce, and US gold futures fell 0.5 percent to $ 2627.00.

The dollar index rose 0.1 percent, reducing the attractiveness of gold for holders of other currencies.

As for other precious metals, silver fell about one percent to $ 29.78 per ounce, platinum 0.1 percent to $ 928.05, while palladium stabilized at $ 972.75. https://ninanews.com/Website/News/Details?key=1171543

Oil Falls After US Gasoline Stocks Rise

Energy   Economy News – Baghdad  Oil prices fell slightly in Asian trading on Thursday after a surprise jump in U.S. gasoline stocks ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday raised concerns about demand in the world's biggest fuel consumer.

Brent crude futures were down 4 cents, or 0.1 percent, at $72.79 a barrel by 02:20 GMT, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude futures were down 1 cent at $68.71 a barrel.

Trading is expected to be light due to a holiday in the United States.

The U.S. Energy Information Administration said Wednesday that gasoline stocks in the country rose by 3.3 million barrels in the week ending Nov. 22, contrary to expectations for a slight draw in fuel stocks ahead of the holiday season.

Oil analysts had expected U.S. gasoline stocks to fall by 46,000 barrels last week, according to a Reuters poll ahead of the EIA report.

OPEC+ members are discussing a further delay to a planned oil output increase that was due to start in January, two sources from the producer group told Reuters on Tuesday. The group is due to meet on Sunday to decide policy for the first months of 2025.  https://economy-news.net/content.php?id=50314

Government Communication: All Institutions Are Required To Introduce Electronic Payment By July 2025

Electronic payment device at gas stations  Money and business  Economy News – Baghdad    The Government Communication Team confirmed on Thursday that the number of institutions using electronic payment has increased to 780 and the number of payment cards has increased to 20 million, noting that the government’s plan stresses the obligation of all institutions to introduce electronic payment by July 2025.

The head of the government communication team, Ammar Munim, said in a statement reported by the official news agency, and seen by "Al-Eqtisad News", that "there are about 780 institutions that have been converted to electronic payment, and the number of electronic cards has increased from 14 million cards to 20 million cards, in addition to the amounts that were traded during the campaign reaching one and a half trillion dinars."

He added, "We have a set of measures that have allowed for an increase in the number of electronic cards and the number of ATMs, and the conversion of institutions to electronic payment. The culture among citizens has been strengthened to use cards to transfer their money inside and outside Iraq electronically without any difficulty."

He added, "The national campaign to support the electronic payment process encouraged citizens through simplified procedures from the government, and it is an educational campaign."

He stressed that "the government has taken important measures through which it has directed all institutions to develop a plan to move to electronic payment by the end of this year and for all institutions to enter the electronic payment process by the beginning of July of next year 2025." 58 views  Added 11/28/2024 - 5:53 PM  https://economy-news.net/content.php?id=50346

Central Bank Sales Rise To More Than $288 Million In Currency Auction Today

Thursday 28 November 2024 14:54 | Economic Number of readings: 104

Baghdad / NINA / The Central Bank of Iraq's dollar sales increased to more than $ 288 million in the currency auction, compared to yesterday, Wednesday.

The bank sold $ 288 million, 258 thousand and 12 in its auction today, covering it at a basic exchange rate of 1310 dinars per dollar for documentary credits and international settlements for electronic cards, and at a rate of 1310 dinars per dollar for foreign transfers, and at a rate of 1305 dinars per dollar in cash.

Most of the dollar sales went to strengthen balances abroad in the form of transfers and credits, which amounted to $ 275 million, 158 thousand and 12, up 95% from cash sales of $ 13 million and 100 thousand.

The number of banks that purchased cash dollars was one bank, while the number of banks that met requests to enhance balances abroad was 11 banks, and the total number of exchange companies participating in the auction was 15 companies.  https://ninanews.com/Website/News/Details?key=1171609

Sudanese Advisor: The Government Has Taken Decisions That Grant Privileges To Investors

Political | 03:51 - 11/28/2024  Mawazine News - Baghdad -  The Prime Minister's Advisor for Industry and Private Sector Development, Hamoudi Al-Lami, announced that the government has taken decisions to grant privileges to investors, while indicating that the facilities include granting tax exemptions.

Al-Lami said in a speech at the Greek-Arab Economic Forum in Athens, that "Iraq, after the formation of the current government two years ago headed by Prime Minister Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani, had one of its priorities to support the industrial sector, and the government has begun to implement this promise it made," noting that "the government has taken decisions, including activating Investment Law No. 13 of 2006, and additional amendments were made to it to grant more privileges to investors."

He explained that "the government has taken decisions, including forming committees to grant incentives and privileges to investors and guarantees for investment," noting that "foreign investors have the right to lease industrial lands for a period of 50 years, renewable."

Al-Lami explained that "Iraq has great opportunities for investment, especially after the security stability, and the Arab brothers played a major role in activating various sectors in Iraq and they are now spread across all Iraqi governorates," stressing that "Iraq is now witnessing a renaissance in activating sectors, and there are investment opportunities that were presented two months ago and will be followed by other opportunities that will be announced soon."

He continued: "Iraq has a great wealth of minerals that exceeds its importance, oil, as oil is now suffering from some disturbances due to the political situation, the issue of the environment and carbon emissions," explaining that "Iraq has begun to invest in the great wealth of minerals as it has 10 billion tons of phosphate rocks that are used in the phosphate and phosphate fertilizer industry, which has become a great need due to the increasing demand for food that requires agriculture, which in turn needs fertilizers."

He added that "any production of the phosphate industry is accompanied by uranium production, and the investor can use the uranium to produce energy or sell it to power plants," noting that "the National Investment Law started with simple and specific investments in the construction sector and has now shifted to investing in the industrial sectors (chemical and petrochemical)."

Al-Lami stated that "the investor obtains full tax exemptions for importing production line equipment and raw materials."   https://www.mawazin.net/Details.aspx?jimare=256998

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“Tidbits From TNT” Thursday 11-28-2024

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Tishwash:  Trade Bank of Iraq launches first experimental Visa card

The Trade Bank of Iraq announced, on Wednesday, the launch of the first experimental Visa card.

The bank's media advisor, Aqil Al-Shuwaili, said in a statement, which was reviewed by "Al-Eqtisad News", that "the Iraqi Trade Bank has begun launching the first experimental Visa card."

He pointed out that "this visa included features for use in the online shopping process as well as for use in purchases  link

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Tishwash:  International Development Bank signs a memorandum of understanding with the Arab Tourism Organization

The International Development Bank announced, on Wednesday, the signing of a memorandum of understanding with the Arab Tourism Organization under the patronage of Prime Minister Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani.

The bank said in a statement, seen by Al-Eqtisad News, that "it continues its leadership in supporting sustainable development by signing a memorandum of understanding with the Arab Tourism Organization."

It added, "The memorandum was signed between Chairman of the Board of Directors Ziad Khalaf Abdul and Chairman of the Arab Tourism Organization Bandar bin Fahd Al-Fahid in the presence of the Iraqi Minister of Culture and Tourism and a number of officials, under the patronage of Prime Minister Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani." 

The statement continued, "The cooperation includes supporting tourism investments in Iraq through an insurance policy, and qualifying tourism facilities to obtain the highest quality marks with the launch of the "Arab Tourist Card" project in partnership with the international company "Visa."

It continued, "The Arab Tourist Card will provide competitive advantages to Arab tourists, such as health insurance, while ensuring that they benefit from the advantages granted by the international company Visa for this type of card, such as special discounts at hotels, restaurants and other tourism establishments, and many competitive advantages."

He added, "This step represents a new start to enhance joint Arab action, support inter-Arab tourism, and attract investments to support the promising tourism sector by integrating the efforts of the Iraqi private sector with the plans the Iraqi government has to develop the tourism reality, making Iraq, which is rich in tourism, religious, archaeological, and natural components, a tourism destination for all the world's poles." link

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Tishwash:  Lebanese Economy Minister: Our government is counting on Iraq for reconstruction

Lebanese Minister of Economy Amin Salam said that the Lebanese government is counting on Iraq's support in reconstruction. 

According to Salam's statement, which was followed by "Ultra Iraq", "we are counting on Iraq's support and the Iraqi Prime Minister's initiative in reconstruction." 

He said, "Iraq has not abandoned Lebanon, and we appreciate the Prime Minister's initiative in reconstruction, and we thank the Iraqi government and people for their efforts and continuous support for Lebanon." 

Salam pointed out that "serious work has begun towards the second phase of saving Lebanon," indicating that "the American side is serious about a ceasefire to reach the stage of peace."   link

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Academics: Strengthening Relations With International Institutions Contributes To Supporting The Iraqi

 Economy      Economical 11/28/2024 Baghdad: the mainstay of the emirate   Academics praised the steps of the government of Prime Minister Muhammad Shia al-Sudani to achieve financial reform, indicating that strengthening relations with international institutions contributes to supporting the Iraqi economy.

 Iraq has recently   succeeded in strengthening its relationship with international economic institutions and organizations, and has   projected a positive image to the world with its ability to fulfill its international financial obligations, including the International Monetary Fund, and has been   able to begin reform.

Last May, the Prime Minister's Advisor for Financial Affairs, Mazhar Muhammad Salih, announced that Iraq had repaid all of the loans it obtained from the Fund, the total of which did not exceed 8 billion dollars.   https://alsabaah.iq/106428-.html     

Al-Alaq: Growth In Iraq Is In Line With The Global Trend Of Increasing Population

Local | - 11/27/2024  Mawazine News – Baghdad  The United Nations Population Fund Advisor, Mahdi Al-Alaq, confirmed today, Wednesday, that the growth in Iraq is in line with the global trend of increasing population.

Al-Alaq explained in a statement to the official agency, followed by "Mawazine News", that "the initial results of the census reflect an annual population growth rate of 2.3%, a rate that classifies Iraq among countries with medium to high population growth."

He added, "These numbers are in line with the global trend of increasing population," noting that "the population of Iraq increased from 31 million people 15 years ago to 45 million people annually."

He pointed out that "the population census is in its final stages, as field teams are working to complete the collection of basic data in some areas, with a focus on addressing deficiencies and ensuring accuracy."

He also explained that "the work will continue until December 10, and that all detailed data will be collected within the next two weeks, as it includes accurate information on the demographic, social and economic characteristics of the population."

Al-Alaq stressed the importance of "this data in supporting sustainable development plans in Iraq, as it will help guide policies related to education, health, housing, and job opportunities, in line with the needs of the growing population."   https://www.mawazin.net/Details.aspx?jimare=256971

Withdrawal Of The License Of The Oman Brokerage Company To Buy And Sell Foreign Currencies

 November 27, 2024   diamonds: The Central Bank of Iraq decided to withdraw the license of the Amman Company to mediate in the buying and selling of foreign currencies.  For more , click here    https://cbi.iq/static/uploads/up/file-173269795553645.pdf

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 DATE: 2024/11/26    (Your counterpart in creation)

Ministry of Commerce / Companies Registration Department

 M / Withdrawal of leave

 Based on the decision of the Board of Directors of this bank No. (257) of 2024 taken in its session No. (1661) six hundred and sixty-one after one thousand held on 2024/11/19, we would like to inform you of the following:

 It has been decided to withdraw the license of the Oman Company for brokerage in buying and selling foreign currencies and cancel the certificate of incorporation granted to it from the above-mentioned controls regulating the work of exchange companies and brokerage in buying and selling foreign currencies No. (1) of 2022 as amended.  With appreciation.   https://cbi.iq/news/view/2721    

The Success Of The Economy Saves The Drowning Of Politics

Mahmoud Dagher:   At a time when some governments of the rentier system insist on expanding analyzes and political approaches and various elements of ideology, there is a decline in interest in the economics and management of depleted oil resources towards diversification in other governments, to the point where the interests of the economy and the well-being of the population take precedence over others, and the criterion for success becomes clamor.

Industry, agriculture, technology, and the accompanying development of human resources, versus whispers of politics and ideology.

 Such a conclusion is prompted by what Moody’s credit rating agency published regarding the new credit rating of the Saudi economy, which reached Aa3 with a stable outlook after eight years ago for this agency, it was A1 with a positive outlook for the future.

 It means an improvement in the state’s credit capacity, including its entry into the bond markets and the acceptance of its proposals. Financing and with lower interest.

 Rather, more importantly, Saudi banks and other financial institutions enjoy the advantage of the new classification after they could not market their financing except with the old classification because financial institutions cannot exceed the classification. State.

 Iraq, for example, is classified as B-, and therefore the highest at which its banks can be classified is the same classification or lower.

 It was noted a few months ago that the classification of the largest Iraqi bank, TBI, was downgraded.

 The macroeconomic credit rating and its changes depend on numerous economic and financial criteria reflected in the levels of financial and economic performance, including the

      level of public debt,

     growth rates, and

     improved private sector performance, as well as

     non-oil revenues and the

     performance of non-oil output.

 The sum of these criteria leads to an improvement in the level of economic diversification of the rentier state under the classification.

 Which is the most important conclusion from the new classification of Saudi Arabia compared to other economies.

 The growth rates of non-oil production sectors have increased, expectedly, to 4-5%, in addition to the non-oil revenues reaching about 40% in total public revenues. In fact, Saudi Arabia’s non-oil exports grew by 22% for the month of September 2024, and such results lead to an increase in the share of The output of the private sector in Saudi GDP, which is expected for the latter to grow up to 4.7%.

The high rating of the Saudi economy is attributed to a long-term economic path of diversification transformation that is considered the mainstay of long-term growth, as well as the tangible approach to independence from the oil crises.

Providing economic interests towards higher prosperity is what leads to the easing of political and ideological tension, despite its presence in our region that floats on oil and the problems associated with it. 

 Yes, improving the performance of the economy is a way to save yourself from the drowning of politics.

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