Iraq News Highlights and Points to Ponder Tuesday AM 11-26-24

Beggars Are Sweeping The Streets Of Iraq.. Their Numbers Are "Large" And 90% Of Them Receive Welfare Salaries

Reports     Economy News - Follow-up  Since her husband died when she was 25, Umm Ali (53 years old) has spent her daytime hours wandering around the Shorja market next to Rusafa in the capital, Baghdad, extending her hand asking for “the charity of passersby.” In her wide green eyes is a trained look of sadness, often prompting people to reach into their pockets to help her.

She reinforces her appearance, which suggests a walking tragedy, with a sentence she repeats mechanically, the vocabulary of which has not changed, and in a steady tone of voice since she began her path of begging for sympathy: “I have three orphaned children to raise and pay the rent.”

Part of what she says is true. She has rent to pay for her small, run-down house on the outskirts of Baghdad, and she already has three sons, the youngest of whom is 24. They have all left her one by one for years, and she now lives alone.

She admitted this after she had seized a 5,000 dinar banknote, which was enough to raise the ceiling of her confidence in the investigator. She admitted, but with the same tone of voice that resembled crying, that she was facing great difficulties as she walked on foot, begging people: “I have to wander around looking for my livelihood in the heat, cold and dust despite my illness,” according to the “Nirij Network for Investigative Reports.”

She added: “The police sometimes harass me. Once they asked me to pledge not to beg again, and they asked me to register with social welfare in order to receive a salary.”

She paused for a moment as if trying to choose the right words, and continued: “The care salary will not be enough for transportation costs, and I am a single, poor woman. Why do they pursue me and leave the criminal gangs, pickpockets, and drug addicts in the street, some of whom are foreigners?”

Umm Ali is referring to the begging gangs that share control over several areas in the capital, Baghdad, and use innovative methods to defraud people, despite the official authorities launching campaigns to combat them, as well as the phenomenon of begging in general.

He also noted that begging is not limited to Iraqis, but there are also foreigners who enter the country in various ways, including under the pretext of religious visits, tourism and work, and organized crime gangs invest in their networks to pose a threat to Iraqi society as a whole, according to officials and researchers familiar with the begging file in the country.

Half A Million Beggars

Counselor Saeed Al-Naaman, a member of the Legal Committee of the Iraqi Forum for Elites and Competencies, defines begging as: “an individual’s request for money from others using various fraudulent means to influence their emotions and compassion.”

He considers it a “bad and frightening social phenomenon that poses a danger that reaches the point of destroying the foundations of society. It is a contagious disease, and is highly contagious. It begins with the individual, then the family that hosts him, and expands to include large groups,” according to the “Nirij Network for Investigative Reports.”

Groups that encourage unemployment, dependency and lack of production, thus wasting opportunities to develop themselves and exploit their energies, and placing restrictions on the dreams of their owners, so that they remain prisoners of collecting money to secure some of their material needs or their daily sustenance, nothing more.

Al-Naaman says that there is a delay in implementing Article (390) of Penal Code No. 111 of 1969, which considers begging “a misdemeanor punishable by imprisonment for a period not exceeding one year for adults. As for minors, they are placed in shelters and employment centers that do not have the minimum tools for employment.”

He believes that this legal text needs “activation, monitoring and continuous follow-up to provide these tools.” He continues: “Article (391) of the same law includes placing the beggar for a period not exceeding one year in an employment home if he is able to work, or placing him in a shelter, a home for the elderly or a recognized charitable institution if he is disabled and does not have money to be taken from, provided that his joining the appropriate place for him is possible.”

He believes that this article: “talks about tools that do not exist or that do not serve the purpose if they do exist, and there is no capacity to accommodate the large numbers of beggars if they are deposited to implement the rulings issued against them.”

The head of the Strategic Center for Human Rights in Iraq, Fadhel Al-Gharawi, estimates the number of beggars in the country at more than 500,000, most of whom are minors and women. He says that 70% of begging is organized crime, 20% is electronic begging, and 10% is traditional begging. He says that the latest forms of begging are: “electronic and health begging, and cover-up to establish humanitarian or social projects.”

He warned against foreign begging in Iraq, noting that it is “the most dangerous form of human trafficking” and that organized crime gangs are behind it, which he says have exploited the legal, security and economic conditions in Iraq to “activate the begging trade there.”

He added: “Organized crime gangs bring foreign beggars into Iraq under several pretexts, including labor, tourist and religious visits, and under the cover of refugee status.” He also indicated that most of the nationalities of foreign beggars are from Asian countries, most of them from Bangladesh, while Syrians come in first place among Arab beggars, he said.

It is noteworthy that the Ministry of Interior had deported more than 10,000 foreign beggars during the years 2023 and 2024 and returned them to their countries, while there are large numbers of them still inside Iraq without there being accurate statistics on their numbers and nationalities.

Causes Of The Phenomenon

In a study prepared by Karar Haider Hassan, entitled (The Phenomenon of Begging and Its Impact on National Security), published on the website of the Nahrain Center for Strategic Studies affiliated with the National Security Advisory in the Prime Minister’s Office on June 27, 2024, several reasons were identified behind the “exacerbation” of what he described as the phenomenon of begging in Iraq, including:

Poor economic conditions, widespread poverty and unemployment. Conflicts and wars, resulting in population displacement and the loss of many of their jobs and properties. Weak and unstable educational system, causing high rates of illiteracy and ignorance. Weak effective social programs to support the most vulnerable groups in society.

The study also pointed out the most common types of begging in the country, such as direct individual begging by asking for money or indirect begging by offering simple goods such as tissues and then begging passersby to buy them. Family begging and seeking sympathy through children, organized begging (begging gangs) and seasonal begging, during holidays and religious occasions.

In his study, Karar pointed out a new type of begging that has emerged in recent years, called “electronic begging,” which is done over the Internet, through some people exploiting social media and websites to request financial assistance by publishing touching stories about the family’s situation, such as one of its members being afflicted with a dangerous disease.

The study pointed out the dangers of begging on society, such as distorting its public image and increasing the feeling of insecurity among the population, and causing a burden on the local economy due to the presence of dependent individuals who depend on others instead of working, as it also contributes to increasing crime rates and the use of children in illegal work.

Accordingly, the phenomenon of begging affects national security, according to the study, because it is linked to the high crime rates in cities, especially if it is reinforced by the phenomena of unemployment and poverty as “two main drivers,” and that “shoplifting and pickpocketing are among the most prominent crimes associated with begging.”

Also, children are exploited in begging, which may lead to children entering the “world of organized crime or drug trafficking.” Moreover, beggars live in poor health conditions, which increases the possibility of the spread of diseases and epidemics. Begging affects the opportunities for developing tourism, as it affects the country’s image in front of foreign visitors.

A Crime That Leads To Other Crimes

Judge Jassim Mohammed Al-Moussawi describes in an article the phenomenon of begging as dangerous, and its causes are social or economic, and most of them are inherited professions, and they may be “individual violations committed by individuals or within groups or organized categories, and they may be within organizations that may extend beyond borders.”

He believes that it is an introduction to committing many crimes such as: “violating the sanctity of homes and thefts, all the way to drug trafficking and abuse.”

He says that the Iraqi legislator addressed the crime of begging in Penal Code No. 111 of 1969, as amended, in Chapter Eight under Social Crimes / Section Eight in Articles (390-392) and allocated penalties for it specific to “the adult beggar, the juvenile, and whoever tempts a person to beg.”

He also points out that the Anti-Human Trafficking Law No. 28 of 2012 identified eight forms of human exploitation, including begging, as the law considered the perpetrator’s exploitation of the victim and pushing him to beg as “a crime of human trafficking, as well as the forced kidnapping of children and adults and their introduction into organized crime gangs and forcing them to practice begging.”

Sondos Nouri Hassan, who holds a master’s degree in criminal law, warns that the phenomenon of begging has begun to take “more criminal and professional forms and is now being committed by organized international criminal groups,” saying that they lure children to go outside their parents’ control and then exploit them in begging.

The issue may reach the point of kidnapping the juvenile, deliberately causing physical disabilities to the person and then exploiting him in begging to elicit emotions, and that there are “organized gangs behind begging and preferring homeless women and children and hiding behind them more dangerous phenomena such as organ trafficking, drugs and prostitution.”

Because of its seriousness, Sondos says, national criminal legislation has played its role in combating it, by criminalizing and punishing it, and has followed a criminal policy in line with the degree of seriousness of this crime and its negative impact on society.

Including Article (390) of the Iraqi Penal Code No. 111 of 1969, as amended, which punishes the perpetrator of the act of begging with imprisonment, with mention of some aggravating circumstances: “However, it did not stipulate the crime of begging gangs, nor did it make the commission of begging by gangs an aggravating circumstance.”

Anti-Begging Campaigns

On March 20, 2023, the President of the Supreme Judicial Council, Dr. Faiq Zidane, issued Circular No. 379 to the Presidency of the Public Prosecution and all presidencies of the Courts of Appeal, setting March 22 and 23, 2023 as the date for launching an integrated campaign to combat human trafficking in Iraq with the aim of ending the phenomenon of begging “because of the threat it poses to security.”

It seems that this campaign or other campaigns that followed it, organized and participated in by various parties, did not achieve success, as the phenomenon of begging continued and worsened, which prompted the National Security Council in early 2024 to draft a (National Policy to Combat Begging) in cooperation with the Ministry of Labor and a number of other ministries.

It is a policy that is in the process of being approved and ratified before being presented to the Prime Minister’s Office for launch and generalization. According to a source in the Ministry of Labor and Social Affairs, the policy “includes the tasks of performance, leadership, follow-up, evaluation, identifying points and areas of strength and weakness, and support,” and that its main goal is “to provide a decent life for citizens who are unable to work.”

It is noteworthy that the Department of Citizens’ Affairs in the General Secretariat of the Council of Ministers had commissioned the Ministry of Labor in 2015 to form a department specialized in combating begging, and committees emanating from it were formed in the Iraqi governorates, headed by deputy governors and including representatives from a number of ministries and institutions.

Member of the Security and Defense Committee in the Iraqi Parliament, Ali Nima, stated that the Ministry of Interior, through its various formations, is continuing a broad campaign to combat begging in the governorates, listing the reasons for this campaign: “The first is to address a negative phenomenon, in addition to avoiding greater risks, as some beggars are tools for crime and many thefts have been recorded, in addition to the security dimension included in the campaign,” adding, “Beggars can be exploited in several dimensions.”

He points out that there are beggars of Arab and Asian nationalities who are already present in Iraq and that “their numbers are large and they enter the country annually through smuggling or through a limited-term travel visa, then they try to disappear from sight and later resort to begging, especially since some of them come from poor countries.”

He pointed out that the security services have monitored crimes of theft and armed robbery involving some foreign nationals who do not have entry visas. He said that foreign beggars are present in large numbers in the holy cities.

These people prefer begging to working, because begging provides, without any effort, several times what the wages of an inexperienced foreign worker, which range between $300 and $500, provide. Ali Hussein, the owner of a building materials store in Baghdad, says, “A beggar only needs to stand for four or six hours a day in a crowded street or in front of a mosque to get more than $30.”

The Ministry of Labor and Social Affairs, in cooperation with the Ministry of Interior, participated in the campaign that was launched on September 9, 2024, in order to carry out its duties in caring for those who deserve it. According to the Director of the Media, Arab and International Relations Department at the Ministry, Kazem Al-Atwani, it is collecting data on beggars who are arrested by the Ministry of Interior and conducting field research to verify their conditions. “The procedures for those who deserve it are being completed to include them in the social protection allowance.”

But the social welfare salary does not convince the majority of eligible beggars to stop begging, as it averages $200.

The Ministry of Labor is currently limited to dealing with beggars who are arrested and placed in the Ministry of Interior centers, and no one else. Al-Atwani points out that “a written pledge is taken from the beggar that he or any of his family members will not return to the profession of begging, and legal measures will be taken against anyone who returns to it.”

He stressed that the recent campaign comes as a continuation of the Ministry of Labor and Social Affairs’ work in “eliminating poverty after covering more than 7,000 individuals with social protection benefits.”

Social Welfare Salaries

 Member of the Iraqi Council of Representatives, Haifa Al-Jaberi, addressed, in letter No. 1153 on May 13, 2024, the Ministry of Labor and Social Affairs, to include beggars in social welfare salaries “after obtaining pledges from them not to beg.”

They have already been included, according to the Director of the Homelessness and Begging Department at the Ministry of Labor, Haitham Aboud, who confirmed that beggars between the ages of 15 and 45 are now included in the salaries of the social welfare network, a measure taken by the ministry as part of plans to combat the phenomenon of begging in 2024, he said.

He stated that beggars will also receive soft loans, while “the files of minors and the elderly will be referred to the social protection system and housed in designated homes.”

The Ministry of Labor has set the welfare salaries as follows: A married citizen who supports a family of four people is paid a salary of 420 thousand dinars per month, while a married citizen who supports a family of three people is paid a salary of 315 thousand dinars, while the one who supports only one person, the salary for the two people is 210 thousand dinars, so he is paid only 105 thousand dinars.

Although the Ministry of Labor does not provide figures for the number of beggars who have benefited from the social welfare stipend program, Haitham Aboud expressed disappointment at the general lack of response from beggars to his ministry’s program. “Many of them return to the streets after a short period,” he said. He believes the reason for this is the organized crime gangs that control them.

He implicitly held citizens responsible for this by calling on them not to give money to beggars, “but rather to donate to well-known charitable organizations through the boxes located in the streets.”

He stressed the ministry's intention to collect accurate information about beggars and enter it into specialized databases to classify them according to different categories, pointing out the adoption of plans to include them in training courses and workshops "which will give them the opportunity to obtain soft loans that will help them start small projects."

As for beggars who are unable to work, such as minors, the elderly, and people with special needs, Aboud says that they “will benefit from social protection systems and will be housed in orphanages and nursing homes.”

But the effectiveness of this step is questioned by some officials. The head of the Social Authority at the Ministry of Labor, Ahmed Khalaf, stated in press statements that 90% of beggars have social welfare salaries, and they are among seven million Iraqis who receive it. This is an implicit indication of the futility of the matter, as the welfare salary does not prevent the continuation of begging.

Near a medical clinic complex on Karrada Street in the capital, Baghdad, a woman sat on the sidewalk with her two young children, wrapped in a tattered black abaya, and hiding her face with the edge of her black headscarf. She refused to give her name to a young man who was about to throw a thousand dinars into her son’s lap. She glanced reproachfully out of the corner of her eye, doubting the motives behind the question.

She said she was not committing a crime by asking others for charity to help her raise her five children. She pointed to the two little ones sitting on the floor next to her: “I have three older ones.”

The woman, who said she was over 40, spoke of the great difficulties she had been facing for about two years, when her husband went to prison on a drug-related charge, and she had to find money to cover the cost of living, and she raised her hands in prayer for someone who would allow her and her children to live in an unfinished building outside the capital, Baghdad.

She says that she knows about the social welfare salary given to people like her: “It is not enough.. I have no choice but to go out on the street.. I do not have a certificate to find work, and charitable relatives cannot help you permanently.”

Partial Solutions

Chairwoman of the Women, Family and Childhood Committee in the House of Representatives, Dunya Al-Shammari, confirmed the addition of the “begging” paragraph to the draft of the Child Protection Law, which she said would be enacted in the next phase after years of postponement. She stated that “the draft law is sensitive and must be given great attention because it differs from other laws in terms of scrutinizing every paragraph and word in it, so that it is not misunderstood or becomes a loophole that can be used to commit violations by any party.”

She added: “Iraq needs a law that protects the weakest group in society, which is children, from everything they are exposed to,” and she acknowledges that the laws enacted after 2003 regarding the family and children “were not sufficiently sound to protect the child from all types of oppression or deprivation, whether electronic blackmail, begging, or domestic violence.”

Al-Shammari points out that the phenomenon of begging is increasing day after day despite the enactment of prohibitive laws and the holding of seminars and workshops that warn of its danger. “However, we see the exploitation of children in this phenomenon, which falls under the name of human trafficking, through the presence of groups that traffic them and force them to do so.”

Statements by members of the Parliamentary Committee on Children, as well as government officials, including those working in the Ministry of Labor and Social Affairs, confirm that addressing the phenomenon and its repercussions is very difficult, and that the solutions presented and proposed so far are not sufficient.

Dr. Abed Hashem, a social specialist, stipulates that economic conditions must be improved before embarking on any campaign to combat begging. “Not everyone is employed, and job opportunities are not available to everyone, so the government must work to reduce unemployment and poverty rates and create job opportunities by launching new productive projects and employing those who have been unemployed for decades, and they number in the thousands throughout the country.”

He added to this the implementation of effective social programmes that meet the needs of those who have lost their breadwinners, to rescue poor families and pave the way for their members to complete their studies, or teach them professions that enable them to earn appropriate sums of money, and direct specialised educational programmes to those who need them in cooperation with civil society organisations.

He says that the anti-begging campaign that was launched in the last part of 2024 was preceded by a campaign implemented in 2005 by five ministries: the Interior, Labor, Social Affairs, Human Rights, Justice, and National Security. It required placing elderly beggars in nursing homes, providing care for orphans in special state homes, and taking pledges from some of them not to beg again.

He continued: “Launching a new campaign means that the old campaign has failed, so there must be permanent measures, not temporary ones. A phenomenon of this size cannot be solved through campaigns, and the matter requires realistic plans to limit it at least.”

He also called for activating Article 93 of the Iraqi Penal Code 111 of 1969, by imprisoning adult beggars whose health condition does not prevent them from working, and for traffic police to contribute to informing the relevant authorities about beggars at street intersections and other places, and to crown all of this with intensive media support directed at citizens to discourage beggars by helping them, and to limit assistance to “those who deserve it, who are not professional beggars.”

(W, L) is in his early twenties, from the Rusafa side of the capital, Baghdad. He suffers from a complete inability to use his left leg as a result of a traffic accident he sustained in his childhood. He sits in front of his stall, which he says he uses as a front to protect himself from police pursuits as well as begging gangs, which he says are widespread in special areas that he controls.

He says he comes from a poor family and couldn’t complete his studies. He receives a social welfare salary, but it’s not enough to support his family, which consists of three sisters, his disabled father, and his sick mother. So he has to ask people for help, in addition to “selling these simple things of mine, why not?” He says, pointing to his stall, which contains two packs of gum, small tissues, and irons.

He warns that in addition to the begging gangs, there are drug gangs, and that some have offered to distribute or sell drugs to him, “but I refused,” he thinks as he looks at the passersby before continuing: “I get 10 or 15 thousand dinars a day sitting here, while they offer a lot of money. Honestly, I hesitate even to sell cigarettes to avoid problems, but I don’t know what will happen tomorrow. For the sake of my family and my future, I may be forced to do things that I don’t want to do now.”

https://economy-news.net/content.php?id=50246

News, Rumors and Opinions Tuesday AM 11-26-2024

RV Excerpts from the Restored Republic via a GCR: Update as of Tues. 26 Nov. 2024

Compiled Tues. 26 Nov. 2024 12:01 am EST by Judy Byington

Global Currency Reset:

Sat. 23 Nov. 2024: A very credible source said that the RV would occur prior to or around Thanksgiving.

Sat. 23 Nov. 2024 Wolverine: “We are definitely going to have a good Christmas. Just letting you know that I’m now under NDA. I cannot talk right now so I cannot hurt the process. Please respect my NDA guys. We are now definitely close.”

Read full post here:  https://dinarchronicles.com/2024/11/26/restored-republic-via-a-gcr-update-as-of-november-26-2024/

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DID YOU KNOW?

Nov 24th Post 2024 (End of Fractional Banking)

If the GCR was to happen now or in the near future, it can be assumed that, in some fashion, we would have to utilize the current banking system. So I looked at how much banks make and how they make it. Looking at Wells Fargo, Bank of America (BofA) and J.P. Morgan Chase.

In 2023 Chase had $134.4 Billion in revenue with a net of $48.3 Billion. Wells Fargo had $89.4 B in revenue with a net of $19.1 B. B of A had $96.5 B in revenue with a $26.5 B net. In 2019(prior to the pandemic) Chase had $36.4 B net, BofA $27.4 B net and Wells Fargo $19.6 B net.

Banks primarily generate money through several activities:Interest Income: Banks lend out customer deposits in the form of loans, charging interest. They earn by maintaining a gap between the interest paid on deposits and the interest charged on loans.Fees: Banks charge fees for services like account maintenance, overdrafts, wire transfers, and credit card usage. Investments: They invest in financial instruments such as bonds, equities, or real estate. Trading & Advisory: Larger banks earn from trading securities and offering financial advisory services.

What I didn’t know was in March 2020, the Federal Reserve eliminated reserve requirements for banks. (Don’t know how this conflicts with Basel 3.5) This effectively ended the traditional practice of maintaining a minimum reserve percentage or Fractional Reserve Banking. With Fractional Reserve Banking , banks were required to reserve a portion of deposits for every dollar they loaned .With a $100 deposit the bank could loan out $90. Now, with no reserve amount required, the banks can loan out all of its deposits. Keep in mind when I say “deposit”, that’s your money they are loaning out.

From March 2022 to July 2023, the Fed increased rates 11 times, raising the federal funds rate from near zero to 5.25–5.50%—the fastest pace of hikes in decades. The question is, how come the banks’ net profit increased substantially during and after the pandemic? Theoretically raising interest rates curbs inflation.

But the banks made more money with the higher rates? It’s called Increased Net Interest Margin (NIM). Banks earn money by lending funds at higher interest rates than they pay on deposits (your money).When the Fed raises rates, the interest banks charge on loans (like mortgages, credit cards, and business loans) typically increases faster than the interest they pay on customer deposits. This widens the NIM, directly boosting profitability. The banks are making a fortune on the suffering of the rest of us. And the Fed is complicit.

All that being said, if the GCR was to happen now, the massive funds deposited into the banks would follow this scenario. The banks would basically have unlimited discretion what they can do with your money. It all points to the need for a new, completely different, financial system for the GCR to engage. Until we see that, we won’t see a GCR.

We all want to go skating but you can’t go ice-skating when the lake isn’t frozen.

DJ

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

Mnt Goat   ...we are still seeing lots of news from Iraq on educating the citizens in many areas. One biggie is the census... This level of census has NEVER been conducted since the 2003 invasion. Lots has changed since. This census is also part of the Article 140 and the process of determining the shares of the excess oil revenue streams to be divided up to the citizens as part of the Hydrogen Carbon Law (HCL) this is also better know as the Oil and Gas Law.  Yes, the GOI does plan to administer oil profit shares to the citizens much like they do in the Saudi and Kuwait.   [Post 1 of 2]

Mnt Goat  However...you can see that they first must rebuild their economy and infrastructure. Today there is not much remaining of oil revenues after they pay all their bills. The surplus will come once they diversify their economy and these other sources of revenue come pouring in, as we are seeing now to begin...I would not gamble on this HCL triggering the RV, as many...seem to think will happen when they finally pass the Oil and Gas Law.   [Post 2 of 2]

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Elites And Bank CEO’s In PANIC As Economic Collapse Is Imminent!

Atlantis Report:  11-26-2024

The global economy is standing on the brink, and the warning signs are impossible to ignore. Bank CEOs and economic elites are scrambling to respond as fears of a 2024 and 2025 recession grow louder.

Inflation continues to erode purchasing power, debt is reaching unsustainable levels, and even the job market is showing cracks.

 Reports suggest the European Central Bank may implement three rate cuts this year, signaling instability across the eurozone. Meanwhile, in the U.S., declining wage growth and rising unemployment are painting a grim picture for workers.

With first-quarter figures providing only temporary relief, the question remains: Are we prepared for what’s coming?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NZ64mVpuOfw

MilitiaMan & Crew Iraq News-Central Bank Iraq-Monetary Stability Excellent-Budget Law 2023, 2024, 2025-Article 13

MilitiaMan & Crew Iraq News-Central Bank Iraq-Monetary Stability Excellent-Budget Law 2023, 2024, 2025-Article 13

11-25-2024

The Crew:  Samson, PompeyPeter, Petra, Daytrader, Sunkissed, GIGI and Militia Man

Be sure to listen to full video for all the news……..

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c82txJIGCxE

Seeds of Wisdom RV and Economic Updates Monday Evening 11-25-24

Good Evening Dinar Recaps,

BRICS: NEWS INDIA EXTENDS CBDC PAYMENTS TO NEW COUNTRIES

BRICS member India is strengthening its CBDC mobile payment ties with many more countries for cross-border transactions. Bloomberg reported that India is partnering with multiple countries in South Asia to process mobile payment systems. 

The countries include the Philippines, Sri Lanka, and its BRICS counterpart the United Arab Emirates (UAE). T Rabi Sankar, Deputy Governor of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) confirmed the development at the conference in Cebu, Philippines.

In addition, BRICS member India has already maintained the CBDC payment agreement with Bhutan and Nepal. The RBI is collaborating with ASEAN countries to integrate the platform for all like-minded nations. For the uninitiated, India is among the first countries in the world to successfully launch the pilot batch of the CBDC testing.

BRICS country India is assessing the possibilities of launching the CBDC digital currency for government, retail, and institutional usage.

It is also studying the impact a CBDC currency could have on the overall economy, banking systems, and monetary policies. When asked about when the CBDC digital currency could be launched, Sankar said that India is not in a hurry. “We are in no hurry to roll it out immediately. Once we have some visibility of what the outcome or impact will be, we’ll roll it out. We don’t keep a specific timeline for that.”

@ Newshounds News™

Source: Watcher Guru

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WHY XLM: IS STELLAR THE MOST UNDERRATED CRYPTO?

▪️Stellar has seen a significant price surge, sparking renewed interest in its potential.

▪️Stellar's co-founder, Jed McCaleb, emphasizes its real-world utility, advanced features, and potential to revolutionize global finance.

▪️Stellar's high transaction volume, native stablecoins, decentralized exchange, and secure smart contracts ensure it as a strong player.

The Stellar market has soared by an astounding 478.057% since November 5, making waves across the crypto community. This unexpected price surge has left many asking: Could Stellar be one of the most underrated projects in crypto?

Co-founder Jeb McCaleb recently shared insights that reveal the true power behind Stellar—insights that most people have overlooked until now. What makes this project so special? Let’s dive deeper and uncover why Stellar might just be more than meets the eye.

Steller’s Growing Popularity
Stellar’s popularity has grown significantly in recent years, with the sharp rise in XLM’s price this month showing the growing interest in the project. While McCaleb acknowledged this increased attention, he pointed out that many people still don’t fully understand the potential of Stellar.

Despite the buzz, he believes the project remains underrated.

Stellar vs. Ethereum
One of McCaleb’s key points was about the scale of Stellar’s daily transactions. He noted that Stellar handles at least ten times more transactions daily than Ethereum, and a large portion of these transactions involve real-world payments.

This impressive transaction volume, combined with its practical use cases, is a major reason for the recent rise in XLM’s price.

Stellar’s Powerful Features
Stellar offers several unique features that have contributed to its popularity and price surge:

▪️Native Stablecoins: Stellar supports its own stablecoins, which makes it perfect for cross-border payments.
▪️Built-in Decentralized Exchange (DEX): Stellar’s integrated DEX allows easy token swaps without the need for third-party exchanges.
▪️On-Chain Governance: The project includes built-in governance features, ensuring more transparency and security.
▪️Safer Smart Contracts: Stellar’s platform allows secure smart contracts, making transactions safer.
▪️Passkey and Multi-Signature Support: The network enhances security with passkey support and native multi-signature features.

McCaleb also emphasized Stellar’s efficiency, noting that the platform supports fast transactions with near-zero fees. This cost-effectiveness and speed make it a top performer in the crypto space, and a big reason why Stellar is gaining more attention.

The Future of Stellar
McCaleb described Stellar as a powerful payment system that fits perfectly with the true purpose of cryptocurrency. He hopes that both businesses and individuals will soon recognize the value of using Stellar for financial transactions. He also predicts that Stellar will play a major role in the global financial system in the near future.

FAQs
What makes Stellar XLM unique?
Stellar’s unique features include native stablecoins, a built-in DEX, on-chain governance, safe smart contracts, and a scalable, secure platform ideal for financial transactions.

Is Stellar XLM underrated?
Despite its strong fundamentals and growing popularity, Stellar is often considered underrated due to a lack of widespread understanding about its real-world impact and capabilities.

What’s clear is that Stellar’s journey has only just begun, and its impact will soon be seen in the crypto industry.

@ Newshounds News™

Source:  CoinPedia

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AUSTRALIA BEGINS CONSULTATION ON OECD CRYPTO REPORTING FRAMEWORK

Australia’s Treasury seeks input on implementing the crypto-asset reporting framework within its domestic tax laws.

Australia’s Treasury Department released a consultation paper seeking feedback on applying an international reporting standard for cryptocurrency transactions. The initiative is part of a broader effort to enhance tax transparency and combat global tax evasion.

The consultation, launched on Nov. 21, focuses on implementing the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development’s (OECD) Crypto-Asset Reporting Framework (CARF).

The OECD framework sets standardized rules for collecting tax data on crypto-asset transactions and sharing that information among tax authorities.

The paper presents two options for implementing CARF: adopting the framework into Australian tax law or taking a more tailored approach that would target the needs of the Australian Taxation Office.

Adopting an international standard on crypto reporting
In 2022, the OECD — an intergovernmental organization creating international standards — developed and released CARF to combat global tax evasion using crypto assets.

The OECD developed CARF in 2022 to combat global tax evasion through crypto assets. In 2023, 47 countries, including Australia, committed to adopting the framework. The initiative is expected to enhance visibility into crypto transactions and bolster international information exchange.

Australia is now moving toward integrating CARF into its tax law by consulting with stakeholders.

OECD’s CARF will mandate crypto exchanges and wallet providers to report specific crypto transactions to the relevant tax authorities. The information collected would include digital asset purchases.

According to the consultation paper, CARF reporting requirements may start in 2026. The Treasury stated:

“Subject to a final decision of Government, it is envisaged that CARF reporting requirements would commence from 2026, to ensure the first exchanges between the ATO and other tax authorities could take place by 2027. This timeframe would also be subject to future legislative priorities.”

The Treasury also said this timeframe will provide enough lead time for reporting crypto providers to update their systems.

Other countries implementing CARF into tax laws
Other jurisdictions have also started integrating CARF into their domestic laws. On April 18, Canada announced it would apply the framework by 2026.

 On May 18, Switzerland issued a public consultation for applying the standards to its local tax laws. The country also intends to implement the framework to enhance tax transparency for crypto assets.

Meanwhile, New Zealand introduced the framework in a new tax bill. On Aug. 27, the New Zealand Minister of Revenue submitted a proposal to implement the framework into its laws. Crypto providers are expected to collect information starting on April 1, 2026, and submit them by June 30, 2027.

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WISDOMTREE FILES FOR XRP ETF VIA DELAWARE TRUST, JOINS BITWISE, CANARY CAPITAL IN THE RACE

Moving beyond Bitcoin, asset managers are now eyeing towards XRP as the next big player in the ETF space. In a latest develoment, the Global ETF provider WisdomTree has filed to launch an XRP ETF in the U.S. notably, this is the third filing to establish a spot XRP ETF in the country. Moreover, the XRP price soared over 10% after the announcement.

Eleanor Terrett Confirms The Legitimacy
The trust filing represents a preliminary step in the ETF launch process, preceding a formal application to the SEC.

The update was shared by Fox journalist Eleanor Terrett. Terrett also confirmed the legitimacy of the filing with WisdomTree, which manages over $100 billion in assets.

 Also, just recently, the organization introduced its physical Ripple ETP in Europe. The latest Delaware filing shows the firm’s growing interest in Ripple’s native token.

Additionally, two other firms have filed for an XRP ETF. In October, Bitwise and Canary Capital filed for spot XRP ETFs with the U.S. SEC.

XRP Surges 10%
The news has driven a notable price surge for XRP, with its value rising over 10% in intraday trading. Many market experts anticipate that if XRP breaks out above $1.50, its price could rally to over $2 in the short term.

Renowned analyst Armando Pantoja in a bullish outlook has suggested that XRP could surge to $8-$30. This optimism stems from expectations that Ripple’s long-standing legal battle with the U.S. SEC may resolve favorably in early 2025 in line with Trump’s return and Gensler’s exit.

With SEC Chair Gary Gensler set to resign, speculation is mounting around the future of XRP ETFs, particularly due to the Ripple SEC case. Experts believe that Gensler’s departure could lead to a relaxation in regulations potentially easing the path for XRP ETFs under new leadership.

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The ‘Hermit’ Savings Rules: 8 Frugal Tips for Today’s Economy

The ‘Hermit’ Savings Rules: 8 Frugal Tips for Today’s Economy

Cindy Lamothe  Mon, November 25, 2024   GOBankingRates

When your personal finances combine with your personal space, your spending habits and savings account might be working a bit more harmoniously too. Consumer practices across the world have been altered significantly over the past few years — for obvious reasons and otherwise — in what economists have dubbed “the age of the hermit consumer.”

“For ‘hermit’ consumers, it can be really easy to make impulse purchases and overspend because of how easy and convenient shopping online is,” said Carter Seuthe, CEO of Credit Summit Consolidation. “Something that can be helpful to maintain a more frugal budget is just to define your expectations and priorities when it comes to the amenities you have.”

Whether it’s how you approach your visit to the grocery store or price-matching your favorite online retailers, the how, when and where you swipe your credit card has simply changed. If you embrace the hermit lifestyle and prefer your saving and spending to be done in a vacuum, below are some expert frugal living tips to thrive in today’s economy.

Embrace a DIY Mentality

“DIY is my new favorite hobby,” said Andrei Vasilescu, co-founder and CEO of DontPayFull. “It’s cost-effective, and YouTube is a great teacher. About 50% more people are getting into DIY now.”

Syed Lateef, business coach and CEO of SyedBNB, agrees. “We can all see it,” Lateef said. “The focus has shifted towards a more home-oriented lifestyle, and I can personally say that more people are embracing do-it-yourself (DIY) activities.”

He said this is a good thing because mastering basic skills for home and car repairs can lead to considerable savings. Simply put, it’s better to invest your time than a third of your paycheck every time you need some general maintenance or repairs done.

“Nowadays, the hundreds of online tutorials and resources makes it easier than ever to learn and perform these tasks ourselves,” he said, “reducing the need to hire professionals.”

Save Money by Cooking at Home

“The driving force behind the hermit economy isn’t entirely clear,” Lateef said. He said it could be due to the lingering hesitation for close-contact services, the increase in remote work or a shift in social values. Instead of dinner and a movie out, you can now meal-plan and binge on your favorite streaming service.

“What’s obvious, though,” he said, “is that consumers are now more inclined to spend on home-centric activities.”

As a result, he said, many followers of the FIRE (financial independence, retire early) movement have come to realize that frequent dining out can be quite costly. So, frugal individuals are embracing the art of cooking at home, experimenting with budget-friendly and nutritious meals.

He added, “Hermit consumers save money but also encourage healthier eating habits.”

Focus on Secondhand Finds

Repurposing secondhand or vintage items such as clothing or home decor is both economically and environmentally friendly. In the current economic climate, looking at secondhand alternatives before buying new is a wise strategy, Lateef suggested.

“I believe that the ‘hermit’ consumers are now placing more emphasis on sustainability because of the pandemic, so shops like thrift stores and online marketplaces are trending because of the treasure troves of affordable, yet quality items.”

In terms of frugality, he said, this not only helps save money but also aligns with sustainable practices by repurposing and recycling items.

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FRANK26……11-25-24……IN 2 WEEKS

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Monday Night Conference Call

FRANK26……11-25-24……IN 2 WEEKS

This video is in Frank’s and his team’s opinion only

Frank has stated he will no longer do public videos on the Iraqi dinar UNLESS it is Important, Prudent or Necessary.  

Frank’s team is Walkingstick, Eddie in Iraq and guests

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What Frank’s suit color’s mean…. FRANKS SUIT COLORS FOR CC'S..... WHITE = NEW INFO…. SILVER = INTEL FROZEN…. RED= HIGH ALERT… PURPLE=GUEST WITH US…. BLUE = AIR FORCE…. BLACK = GROUND/FF’S…. GREEN= MR OR FAB 4 ... GOLD = CHANGE

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Monday Evening News With MarkZ 11-25-2024

Monday Evening News With MarkZ

MarkZ  Update- Some highlights by PDK-Not verbatim

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

Member: GE all, Mark and mods. Bring us some good news please.

MZ: I have a number of bond contacts that reached out today to let me know that they are expecting  timing and procedures updates tomorrow to let them know how they are handling the first 1%...times are ranging from mid- afternoon to evening tomorrow. So I should have an update tomorrow night what bond folks are hearing and expecting.

MZ: “Al Mashandi directs the lifting of the stalled laws to the Presidency of the House of representatives”   Those laws are coming off “stuck” . One of those stalled laws is the HCL.

MZ: “In preparation for the resumption of exports, Parliament will raise the cost of purchasing oil in the 2025 budget” Now the Kurdish region can actually make money on the production of oil. This is one of the biggest sticking points between Baghdad and Erbil for the HCL.

MZ: “Relationship on the closing of the platform . There is no sudden transition but rather a gradual transition that will be completed within two weeks” Here are your banking changes. Alak announced today that their banking system is at its best. The process began in 2024 and there is 5% left to be completed within the next 2 weeks. Before Victory Day on Dec 10th I hope and pray it is done by then.

MZ: There are a whole lot of folks that say all these things coming together means a rate change. I believe them to be accurate.

MZ: If we are still sitting here after Dec 10th I am really gonna start to wonder.

MZ: “Officially Elena Romanowski’s assignment in Iraq ends”  I would like to point out that a number of revaluations in the middle east while she was with the state department or an Ambassador…she was famous for that …maybe Iraq will be her “swan song” on her way out of the door.

MZ:  We do not yet know who Trump will be putting in as the Ambassador to Iraq…..but you can bet it’s someone who is pro revaluation.

Member: thanks to all….and have a blessed night.

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Why Tokenized Gold Is the Key to Currency Revaluation Success

Why Tokenized Gold Is the Key to Currency Revaluation Success

Awake-In-3D  November 24, 2024

Explore how tokenized gold addresses the logistical and financial challenges of traditional assets while aligning global currencies with tangible value during the Global Currency Reset.

In a world undergoing a Global Currency Reset, tokenized gold is emerging as a groundbreaking solution to modern financial challenges. By combining the timeless stability of gold with the efficiency of blockchain technology, tokenized gold simplifies asset management while aligning global currencies with tangible value. This innovative approach not only ensures economic stability but also creates new opportunities for equitable participation in a revalued economy.

Integrating Traditional Assets with Tokenized Gold Technology

For centuries, gold has served as the cornerstone of financial systems. Even after the gold standard was abandoned in many countries, its intrinsic value has remained a benchmark for economic stability. During a currency revaluation (RV), where authorities adjust currencies to reflect their true market value, tokenized gold often acts as a stabilizing force. It provides tangible backing to currencies, instilling confidence among investors and governments alike.

However, physical gold has limitations—it is cumbersome, expensive to store, and often inaccessible to smaller investors. This is where tokenized gold, the process of creating digital tokens backed by physical gold, steps in to modernize gold’s role in the financial ecosystem.

A Modern Solution for Currency Revaluation

Gold tokenization involves issuing blockchain-based tokens that represent ownership of physical gold. Each token is securely linked to a specific quantity of gold, stored in professional vaults and audited regularly. The blockchain provides an immutable ledger, ensuring transparency and preventing fraud.

In the context of the RV, tokenized gold offers several advantages:

Liquidity: Unlike physical gold, tokenized gold trades instantly on digital platforms, enabling faster transactions and greater market participation.

Fractional Ownership: Investors can hold small fractions of gold, making it accessible to individuals and institutions with varying investment capacities.

Borderless Trading: Blockchain technology allows tokenized gold to be traded globally without the restrictions of traditional financial systems.

These features make tokenized gold an attractive asset during the RV, where rapid adjustments in currency values require assets that are both stable and flexible.

The Role of Tokenized Gold in Currency Revaluation

One of the primary goals of the RV is to align currency values with tangible assets, creating a more stable and transparent financial system. Tokenized gold integrates effectively into this framework, providing a digital standard for currency valuation.

Stability: Gold’s historical stability ensures that tokenized gold provides a reliable benchmark during volatile periods of revaluation.

Transparency: Blockchain technology guarantees traceability and accountability for tokenized gold, fostering trust among governments, institutions, and investors.

Accessibility: Tokenized gold democratizes access to gold reserves, enabling smaller economies to use tangible assets as collateral.

Economic Impact of Tokenized Gold

The introduction of tokenized gold into the global financial system will significantly impact currency valuation and economic behavior during the RV:

Strengthening Currency Reserves
Governments and institutions can use tokenized gold to enhance currency reserves without the logistical challenges of storing physical gold. This approach establishes a more efficient and secure backing for global currencies.

Facilitating International Trade
Tokenized gold serves as a universal medium of exchange, reducing reliance on traditional fiat currencies. This aligns with the GCR’s objective of creating a balanced and equitable global trade system.

Encouraging Investment and Stability
Tokenized gold’s liquidity and accessibility attract a broader range of investors. Increased participation strengthens overall trust in the financial system and contributes to long-term stability.

Challenges and Considerations

While tokenized gold holds immense potential, several challenges must be addressed to achieve widespread adoption:

Regulatory Hurdles: Global harmonization of rules regarding digital assets and gold reserves will be essential.
Technological Risks: Robust cybersecurity measures must protect tokenized gold from vulnerabilities such as hacking and fraud.
Market Volatility: Gold’s value can still fluctuate, requiring mechanisms to manage these fluctuations effectively during the RV process.

The Bottom Line: Tokenized Gold in a Revalued Economy

In a world poised for a Global Currency Reset, tokenized gold represents a transformative asset. By integrating the stability of gold with the innovation of blockchain technology, it offers stability, transparency, and accessibility in an era of rapid economic transformation. Governments, institutions, and investors must collaborate to address regulatory, technological, and economic challenges, ensuring that tokenized gold fulfills its potential as a cornerstone of a revalued global economy.

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Iraq Economic News and Points to Ponder Monday Afternoon 11-25-24

Al-Alaq: The Monetary Situation In Iraq Is Excellent And Our Reserves Support The Stability Of The Exchange Rate

Time: 2024/11/25  Read: 1,911 times  {Economic: Al Furat News} The Governor of the Central Bank, Ali Al-Alaq, confirmed today, Monday, that the monetary situation in Iraq is very excellent, noting that “the increase in the volume of reserves enables us to support the exchange rate and achieve monetary stability.”

Al-Alaq added in a press statement that the Central Bank is distinguished by its ability to "respond to providing the country's needs for currency," indicating that "foreign transfers for trade purposes are proceeding smoothly after the implementation of the new system."

Al-Alaq revealed that "the Central Bank will launch a new mechanism for travel or treatment transfers next year," stressing that "there are agreements with four companies to launch a new mechanism for travel or treatment transfers."   LINK

US Ambassador: Our Partnership With Iraq Continues And We Are Committed To Supporting These Sectors

Monday 25 Nov 2024 | Economic Number of readings: 112   Baghdad / NINA / The US Ambassador confirmed the continuation of the US government's partnership with the Iraqi government and working hand in hand with various sectors, and providing sustainable energy to ensure a better future for future generations.

“Launching this program will help us secure Iraq’s future,” said US Ambassador Alina Romanowski during the launch of the Universal Access Program to Improve Water and Sanitation Services in Iraq today, Monday, in the capital Baghdad. “Launching this program will help us secure Iraq’s future. Last September, the US government, through the US Agency for International Development and UNDP, helped Iraq with existing strategies to protect the environment and diversity from climate change.” She added

“Launching the Universal Access Program to Water and Sanitation Services and Achieving Food Security for the Most Vulnerable People is an important strategic step. We believe that the importance of access to clean water in Iraq may pose a challenge to some citizens in the countryside or the city. We also see that there are many challenges that we can clearly see.”

She explained, “Climate change, unsustainable irrigation systems, and water pollution are emerging challenges to the environment and also affect people’s lives. Therefore, we are working today to invest in water and sanitation, and we can help build the basic infrastructure for this issue.”

She added, “The US government, through the US Agency for International Development, is cooperating today with UNICEF to launch this program, which will help provide financial grants to launch The comprehensive access to water and sanitation services program and the management of the water file in its entirety, will also help in the integration of various parties, including the international community, the public sector and the private sector, hand in hand to work with each other,”

indicating that “this partnership is to enhance water and sanitation services that help people to access safe drinking water, and there are 5.9 million people who may not be able to access this clean safe water.”

The US Ambassador stressed the need for community leaders, the public and private sectors, and all citizens to cooperate to rationalize water use, and the importance of this water for everyone.

She continued, "Since 2017, USAID has contributed to various programs and played an important role in helping 12 million citizens access safe water, and has also helped various water projects. For the period 2020-2023, USAID has also contributed to the reconstruction of 10 desalination plants in Basra, as well as helping five million people in Basra access healthy water."

She added, "This long-standing partnership with the Iraqi government, and cooperation with UNICEF since the beginning of this year, has helped the US Agency secure 18 million people to enhance access to water as well as various water initiatives, how to ensure the availability of water and its optimal use, and better manage water resources."

She pointed out that $15 million was provided last June to help food programs, enhance Iraqi community preparedness, and reduce the impact of climate on water projects, in addition to other initiatives in which women and youth contributed, indicating that “access to water is an important goal in the sustainable development agenda, and represents a commitment between our two countries to protect cultural and knowledge exchange.”

She added that “the importance of the sustainable support strategy for water management falls within the framework of an important environmental need that may help today in addressing water scarcity, addressing the problem of food and water security, and confronting climate change,” stressing that “the support that we are all committed to today will help us in various fields through various partnerships, projects, and assistance.” /End5   https://ninanews.com/Website/News/Details?key=1171022

The Monetary Position Is Very Excellent".. Central Bank: We Will Launch A New Mechanism For Travel Or Medical Transfers

Economy  | 11/25/2024  Mawazine News – Baghdad  The Governor of the Central Bank, Ali Al-Alaq, announced today, Monday, that the monetary situation in Iraq is very excellent, and while he indicated that external transfers for trade purposes are proceeding smoothly after the implementation of the new system, he confirmed the existence of agreements with 4 companies to launch a new mechanism for travel or medical transfers.

Al-Alaq said, on the sidelines of his participation in the opening of the activities of the Arab Sustainable Development Week Forum in its fifth edition, held in the Egyptian capital, Cairo, and followed by "Mawazine News", that "there are trends within the government aimed at diversifying and strengthening the national economy, as the banking sector does not flourish except when there is a diverse production base,"

indicating that "Iraq suffers from heavy dependence on economic activity related to the oil sector, which contributes mainly to the transfer of oil resources to the trade sector, and this constitutes a major imbalance in the structure of the economy."

He continued, "In other words, oil revenues are transferred to building the economies of other countries through the large volume of imports, and this requires the necessity of activating the banking sector to provide the necessary financing to establish real projects in the basic economic sectors, especially in the industrial and agricultural sectors, in addition to other sectors."

Al-Alaq added: "I believe that this approach will contribute to reducing dependence on oil resources, in addition to providing job opportunities and real economic growth."

He stressed that "the monetary situation in Iraq is currently very excellent," noting that "the high volume of foreign reserves enables the Central Bank to support and defend the exchange rate and achieve monetary stability, despite the difficult circumstances surrounding the countries of the region."

He explained that "the Central Bank is working to find ways and means to meet all the needs of the country, citizens and the business sector for foreign currency."

He continued by saying: "Whenever the necessary conditions and factors are available for transfer operations or demand for foreign currency, the Central Bank is ready to deal with this request without any fears or concerns, which contributes to maintaining stability."

He stressed that "the Central Bank is currently distinguished from the rest of the countries in the region by its ability to respond to providing the country's needs for foreign currency, whether for the public or private sectors or even the civil sector, to meet various types of requests for foreign currency."

He pointed out that "there is a historical shift taking place in the framework of foreign transfers and meeting demands for the US dollar, as there were many observations that necessitated changing the procedures and policies related to dealing with and providing foreign currency."

He added, "The Central Bank has implemented a new system for foreign transfers to ensure their fluidity and transparency. Despite the challenges and difficulties that faced the implementation of these procedures at the beginning, we have overcome these obstacles,

and today the process of foreign transfers for commercial purposes is proceeding smoothly, which explains the general control over prices and inflation, as the Central Bank continues to provide dollars for trade at the official price."

He continued, "New channels have also been opened for transfers using other currencies, such as Turkey, India and China, in addition to European countries. This will make the process of foreign transfers more flexible and streamlined, while ensuring transparency and oversight that enhances trust and credibility in the operations we carry out."

Regarding providing remittances for citizens for various purposes, such as travel, treatment, or any legitimate transfers abroad, Al-Alaq confirmed, "Next year, we will launch a new method to expand and enhance these operations, just as we did for commercial transfers."

He pointed out that "there are also current agreements 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.”

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Find Out The US Dollar Exchange Rates In The Iraqi Markets With The Closing Of The Stock Exchange

Economy  | 11/25/2024  Mawazine News – Baghdad  The US dollar exchange rates stabilized on Monday in the markets of the capital Baghdad and Erbil, the capital of the Kurdistan Region, with the closure of the country's main stock exchange.

The dollar prices stabilized with the closing of the Al-Kifah and Al-Harithiya stock exchanges, recording 150,250 dinars per 100 dollars, the same prices recorded this morning.

As for the selling prices in exchange shops in the local markets in Baghdad, they stabilized, as the selling price reached 151,250 dinars per 100 dollars, while the purchase price reached 149,250 dinars per 100 dollars.

In Erbil, the dollar also stabilized, as the selling price in exchange shops reached 150,200 dinars per 100 dollars, while the purchase price reached 150,100 dinars per 100 dollars.

https://www.mawazin.net/Details.aspx?jimare=256913

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NEW OIL-RICH MIDDLE EASTERN COUNTRY EXTENDS SUPPORT TO BRICS

The BRICS alliance is gaining the support of oil-rich Middle Eastern countries in its aggressive global push towards de-dollarization. The bloc inducted oil exporting nations like the UAE, Egypt, and Ethiopia during the 15th summit in South Africa. It also invited Saudi Arabia to join the group but the Kingdom is yet to officially decline the offer.

As of 2024, the BRICS alliance controls nearly 30% of all the global oil supply. BRICS received a boost in the arms after it inducted oil-exporting countries into the alliance. It is now looking to take control of the oil and gas sector and push local currencies for cross-border transactions.

BRICS: Oil-Rich Bahrain Extends Support to the Alliance
Oil-rich Middle Eastern country Bahrain has extended full support for the BRICS alliance. 

Despite not receiving an invitation to be a part of the bloc, Bahrain has always attended the summits and programs held by the group. Bahrain did not receive an invitation to be a part of the ‘Partner Countries’ either which was sent during the 16th summit.

“We (Bahrain) take part in the BRICS Plus group’s activities. We always participate in all BRICS Plus meetings,” said the Middle Eastern nation’s Ambassador to Russia Ahmed Al Saati. 

The oil-rich nation is keen on supporting BRICS without being a part of the alliance. “This is an international association. An invitation should come from the organization itself. However, we have always been participating; we attended the Nizhny Novgorod event,” the Ambassador explained to Russian news outlet Tass.

The development indicates that emerging economies, including oil-rich nations, are keen on supporting BRICS. They find it to be an alternative to the Western-dominated global financial sector. This puts the Western hegemony at risk as developing countries are seeking alternative options to the US dollar.

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RIPPLE NEWS: $3.8B TOKENIZED FUND LAUNCHES ON XRPL

Ripple and Archax just made a big move that could change how institutional finance works. Together, they’ve launched the first ever tokenized money market fund on the XRP Ledger (XRPL). It’s based on abrdn’s $3.8 billion US Dollar Liquidity Fund, and it’s a huge deal for anyone watching the rise of tokenized assets.

A Major Step by Ripple
This isn’t your everyday blockchain project. Ripple has invested $5 million into abrdn’s Lux fund tokens, signaling its serious commitment to real-world asset (RWA) tokenization. ]

Archax, being a UK-regulated exchange, adds the compliance and trust needed for institutional adoption. Ripple’s XRPL technology brings in efficiency, aiming to make financial transactions smoother and cheaper.

The best part? This is the first tokenized fund on XRPL. That means the fund gets all the benefits of blockchain, like fast settlements and less reliance on middlemen. It’s not just innovation—it’s problem-solving.

Why Tokenized Assets Are a Big Deal
Tokenized funds are growing fast. They already manage over $1 billion in assets, and experts believe this could skyrocket to $16 trillion by 2030. Ripple, abrdn, and Archax are getting ahead of the curve, setting the stage for how tokenized assets could work in the future.

And there’s more. Duncan Moir from abrdn says this isn’t just about technology—it’s about saving time and money. Moving funds on-chain means faster processes and fewer delays. Ripple’s Markus Infanger agrees, calling XRPL a leader in helping institutions scale their operations.

What to Expect Next
This partnership is just the start. As tokenized assets grow, more institutions will likely jump on board. Ripple and Archax are leading the way, showing how blockchain can reshape finance.

For Ripple, this isn’t just a win. It’s a statement. They’re proving blockchain isn’t just about crypto—it’s about transforming the way money moves globally.

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Everything You’ve Been Taught About MONEY Is WRONG

Everything You’ve Been Taught About MONEY Is WRONG

Taylor Kenny:  11-24-2024

Discover the truth about money, currency, and debt in this eye-opening video.

Learn how fiat currency erodes your wealth, why inflation benefits governments but punishes savers, and why true money, like gold, remains the ultimate store of value.

If you're concerned about protecting your financial future, this is a must-watch!

CHAPTERS:

00:00 - Introduction: Is everything you know about money a lie?

00:26 - Currency vs. Money: The critical difference

01:21 - How fiat currency is tied to debt

02:36 - Financial wealth vs. real wealth

 04:10 - Why fiat currency loses value

05:45 - Inflation: Who benefits and who suffers?

07:30 - Protecting yourself with gold

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Why a Global Currency Reset, Gold and Blockchain Alliance Are Unstoppable Forces in the New Financial System

Why a Global Currency Reset, Gold and Blockchain Alliance Are Unstoppable Forces in the New Financial System

Awake-In-3D   November 24, 2024

As currencies revalue and gold returns to prominence, blockchain emerges as the foundation of a new monetary system.

The financial world is at a turning point, and I want to share why this moment is so significant for all of us. For decades, fiat currencies have dominated the global economy, but their instability has created challenges we can no longer ignore. Now, a powerful shift is underway—a Global Currency Reset and Blockchain movement that merges gold’s timeless value with the efficiency of blockchain technology. This alliance has the potential to reshape the financial system entirely, and I’m here to walk you through why it matters and what it could mean for our future.

We now find ourselves witnessing a profound financial system transformation, one that parallels the United States’ departure from the gold standard in 1971. This time, the shift is marked not by the abandonment of gold but by its resurgence alongside the adoption of blockchain technology and cryptocurrencies. A growing alliance between traditional banking institutions, blockchain platforms, and the reintegration of gold as a foundational asset signals a significant leap toward a tokenized financial future—one widely viewed as a precursor to a Global Currency Reset and Blockchain transformation.

According to a recent McKinsey & Company report, ‘Tokenised financial assets: Moving from pilot to scale’, tokenisation has reached a tipping point, setting the stage for at-scale implementations that promise enhanced liquidity, operational efficiencies and new avenues for revenue generation.

This new monetary framework intertwines cutting-edge digital innovation with the timeless stability of precious metals. While this “New Alliance” promises unprecedented opportunities for financial growth and reform, it also raises critical questions about economic sovereignty and the balance of power in a rapidly digitizing world.

The Departure From Gold: A Historical Parallel

The decision to decouple the U.S. dollar from gold in 1971 fundamentally altered the global financial system. By transitioning to a fiat-based economy, the U.S. and its allies gained greater flexibility to manage monetary policy, albeit at the cost of stability tied to a tangible asset. Critics argue that this move opened the door to inflation, debt expansion, and the erosion of purchasing power.

Today, a similar crossroads looms, but with a critical distinction: gold is expected to regain prominence as a central pillar of the new financial order. Traditional banks, which have historically relied on centralized, fiat-based systems, are now embracing blockchain technology—a decentralized ledger system that underpins cryptocurrencies. However, this digital revolution does not mean abandoning gold; instead, gold will play a crucial role in stabilizing a future tokenized system, paving the way for the Global Currency Reset and Blockchain adoption.

Just as fiat currencies replaced gold-backed money, blockchain is positioned to replace fiat as the primary infrastructure of the global economy. Yet, unlike the 1971 shift, this transition seeks to reintroduce gold as a stabilizing force in conjunction with blockchain and cryptocurrencies.

The Alliance of Banks, Blockchain, and Gold in a Global Currency Reset

A central component of this transformation is the merging of three powerful forces: highly regulated banking systems, the relatively unregulated and decentralized crypto industry, and the enduring value of gold. Together, these components form the foundation of a new monetary system designed to address the shortcomings of fiat currency and support the goals of a Global Currency Reset and Blockchain-based framework.

To facilitate this alliance, significant steps are enabling banks and cryptocurrencies to operate under more flexible regulations. Deregulation allows financial institutions to explore blockchain’s potential while also creating pathways for cryptocurrencies to enter the mainstream. Simultaneously, central banks continue amassing gold reserves in preparation for its anticipated role in the Global Currency Reset and Blockchain-driven economy.

Gold’s intrinsic value, combined with blockchain’s efficiency and transparency, provides a unique opportunity to create a hybrid system. By tokenizing gold—representing it as digital assets on blockchain networks—banks and governments integrate physical and digital financial systems, ensuring a level of stability that fiat currencies alone cannot offer.

Gold’s Role in the Global Currency Reset and RV Framework

In the context of the GCR, gold represents both a historical relic and a cornerstone of the future. Proponents of the Global Currency Reset and Blockchain system argue that the current fiat-based system is unsustainable due to widespread manipulation, trade imbalances, and uncontrolled monetary expansion. A return to gold-backed currencies, facilitated by blockchain technology, will restore trust and equity in global trade.

Revaluation (RV) is another key component of this vision. Many national currencies will likely be recalibrated to reflect their true economic value, with gold playing a pivotal role in determining these valuations. For decades, the disparity between fiat currency values and real-world assets, including gold, continues to fuel economic instability. By anchoring currencies to gold and other tangible assets, the RV eliminates this imbalance, creating a more transparent and equitable system.

Blockchain technology accelerates this process by enabling the tokenization of gold and other commodities. This innovation facilitates efficient, cross-border transactions while ensuring that every token is backed by a verifiable physical asset. Together, gold and blockchain form a symbiotic relationship, providing both stability and efficiency to the emerging financial paradigm.

The U.S. Leads the Charge

The United States is spearheading this transition, capitalizing on its leading position in both the financial and tech sectors. Reports indicate that cryptocurrencies are likely to be included in the U.S. Strategic Reserves, further legitimizing digital assets. However, gold’s role in this new framework remains equally significant. As one of the largest holders of gold reserves, the U.S. is uniquely positioned to integrate gold into its blockchain-based financial systems.

By combining gold with blockchain, the U.S. establishes a dual-layered system that merges the stability of tangible assets with the innovation of digital technology. This move solidifies the U.S.’s position as a leader in the tokenization movement while ensuring its dominance in a revalued, gold-backed global economy.

Moreover, the U.S. government’s strategic moves align with broader global trends. Countries like China and Russia are actively increasing their gold reserves, preparing for a post-fiat monetary system. In this context, the U.S. embraces the alliance between banks, blockchain, and gold to maintain its economic leadership.

The Benefits and Risks of the New Alliance

The integration of gold, blockchain, and banking offers undeniable advantages. For the banking sector, blockchain technology delivers efficiency, transparency, and cost savings. For the crypto industry, collaboration with banks provides legitimacy and access to a vast customer base. For gold, its tokenization ensures that its value integrates efficiently into the digital economy. Together, these forces drive unprecedented levels of investment and innovation, reshaping global financial markets.

However, this alliance carries risks. Critics warn that mainstreaming cryptocurrencies could undermine their foundational goal of decentralization, concentrating power in the hands of a few large institutions. Similarly, deregulating banks raises concerns about unchecked financial speculation.

Most troubling is the potential for a fully tokenized, gold-backed economy to become a tool for centralized control. While gold and blockchain are often touted as forces of stability and transparency, their adoption by banks and governments may result in a system tracking every transaction, raising concerns about individual privacy and economic freedom.

The Bottom Line: A Balanced Future

The alliance between banks, blockchain, and gold represents a turning point in the evolution of the global financial system. Just as the move away from the gold standard reshaped economies in the 20th century, the reintegration of gold into a blockchain-based system sets the stage for a new era of monetary reform. This transition promises innovation, stability, and equity but also poses risks to economic sovereignty and individual freedom.

As we approach a Global Currency Reset and Blockchain adoption, the inclusion of gold as a fundamental component ensures a measure of stability in an otherwise uncertain future. The principles guiding this transition will determine whether it serves the people or entrenched powers. The future of money may be digital, but its foundation will remain grounded in the enduring value of gold.

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News, Rumors and Opinions Monday 11-25-2024

Note: All intel should be considered as "Rumors" until we receive official announcements ...and “Rates and Dates” could change anytime until we get to the banks/redemption centers.

RV Excerpts from the Restored Republic via a GCR: Update as of Mon. 25 Nov. 2024

Compiled Mon. 25 Nov. 2024 12:01 am EST by Judy Byington

Restored Republic:

Sun. 24 Nov. 2024 Ezrah Cohen: We are in the midst of the most significant military operation in history, and it’s about to reach a critical point. https://t.me/Official_EzraCohen

Are you ready for the Great Comeback? The global media is prepping for Disclosure Day, where GESARA’s principles, the largest wealth transfer in human history, and the new global economic system will be revealed.

Get ready for 10 days of communication darkness. Shutdowns will occur, but only in certain areas. Banks will close, ATMs and credit cards will stop working, and you’ll need at least three weeks of food and water. If you’re unprepared, don’t worry—the military has your back and will supply what you need. Nonstop education will be broadcast, teaching everyone about the true principles of freedom and justice.

The Quantum Financial System will release NESARA/GESARA funds, erasing debts and restoring our economy to the prosperity of the 1950s.

Mark your calendars—Fri. 29 Nov. 2024—Disclosure Day is coming, and with it, the dawn of a new era of freedom and justice. The world will finally know the truth, and we will witness the greatest comeback in history. 

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Global Currency Reset:

TNT TONY SUMMARY:

Ray was very excited. Tony said that Ray was trying to reveal the good things.

Tony said that he had a special weekend of ups and downs.

Two updates during the weekend of ups and downs.

The trailer was supposed to be presented during the weekend, but it was not.

All three charter agencies reported that the celebration planned for Saturday has been rescheduled for TODAY IN ZURICH.

They said that the trailer is complete and we will see it today.

Some banks received memos today that the RV is happening and we could see that at any time today.

The VND Exchange rate is currently 0.39 US dollars

We will make a lot of changes after the RV on our end, as it becomes a new world for us.

All the three letter agencies said the RV WILL HAPPEN TODAY.

Ray is very excited. When asked between 1 and 10.. with 10 being the highest… Ray said he is at 12 !

Tony was asked the same question and Tony said, 9.

Some people will have accounts in multiple currencies. Tony said he would not accept any.

They said it is already done and released. The process is already underway.

The banks and the Federal Reserve are waiting for the email right now.

Tony said he’s also been waiting for the email from the banks.

1The RV has been COMPLETED AND RELEASED and the process is underway right now. 

Sun. 24 Nov. 2024: Massive Leaks: QFS Saving Nations, Activated Worldwide by White Hats, Erasing Trillions in Debt, Destroying the D********e’s CBDC Rollout, and Ending Central Banks’ Debt S*****y! – Gazetteller

Sun. 24 Nov. 2024: Mastering QFS: A Complete Guide to Fund Transfers, Account Setup, and Understanding RV & Redemption Funds – amg-news.com – American Media Group

Sat. 23 Nov. 2024: BQQQM!!! Quantum GESARA aka TRUMPSARA: G.E.S.A.R.A, Farmers Plan & More – Power Back to the People! – amg-news.com – American Media Group

Sat. 23 Nov. 2024: QFS Information Center: Quantum Financial System and the Tier 4B Internet Group! The World of Currency Revaluation, Redemption Centres, and NESARA GESARA Payments! – amg-news.com – American Media Group

Read full post here:  https://dinarchronicles.com/2024/11/25/restored-republic-via-a-gcr-update-as-of-november-25-2024/

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

Militia Man  The 2024 budget, we haven't seen that yet.  Why haven't we see it?  We haven't seen it yet because they're hiding that until the last minute.  Remember this going from 1310 or 1320 exchange rate and changing it to a massive degree needs secrecy to some large degree all the way through the process.  But they still have to educate their citizens, they still have to indicate what are they doing and how are they going to do it and why...2024 budget exposure is what to me is the key.  It's that Rosetta Stone..

Frank26   [Iraq boots-on-the-ground report]  FIREFLY:
Economist on television is explaining about how a revaluation works.  They're giving us examples of other countries and after that how the currency is linked or pegged to a basket of other currencies.  Wow...It's being told to us constantly now every day.  The planning of the revaluation they say is done and now apparently this currency is going to be linked or pegged to a basket of other currencies.  FRANK:  If they tell you it's going to be pegged to a basket of other currencies,...it means we have a new exchange rate because that's the only reason the other currencies in the basket will play along with it...They also want to fluctuate (bounce up and down) with the value of your currency that is about to go insane!

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BRICS announces UAE as the Gold Hub.

 Emerging World order:  11-24-2024

In this video, we dive into how the United Arab Emirates is setting the stage to become the heart of the BRICS Gold Economic Corridor.

With a massive $129 billion in annual gold trade and Dubai’s strategic initiatives through the Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC), the UAE is positioned to transform global trade dynamics.

This move aligns with BRICS nations' push for financial independence by leveraging gold to bypass the U.S. dollar and foster a stronger economic alliance.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cis78ndDoZI