Seeds of Wisdom RV and Economics Updates Tuesday Afternoon 10-28-25

Good Afternoon Dinar Recaps,

North Korea and Russia Forge Strategic Alliance: A New Axis in East Asia

Military diplomacy between Moscow and Pyongyang signals deeper realignments in global trade and security.

North Korea’s top diplomat’s visit to Moscow marks one of the most overt declarations of partnership between Pyongyang and the Kremlin since the Cold War. The talks, centered on defense, logistics, and labor cooperation, confirm a pivot toward mutual reinforcement against Western sanctions. 

• Military–Industrial Linkages: Analysts note that North Korea could provide munitions and low-cost labor to sustain Russia’s prolonged conflict in Ukraine. In exchange, Pyongyang may receive technology, fuel, and hard currency — effectively creating a closed economic loop outside Western control.

• Financial Sanctions Loopholes: This alignment tests the durability of the global sanctions regime. If barter systems or digital trade intermediaries are used, it could bypass SWIFT mechanisms and accelerate the search for alternative financial corridors within the Eurasian bloc.

• Strategic Ripple Effects: Japan and South Korea may strengthen defense pacts with the U.S. and NATO. China, while cautious, benefits from seeing Western bandwidth divided between Europe and East Asia.

Implications for Global Finance:
A Russia–North Korea trade corridor could become a small but symbolically powerful node in a larger de-dollarization framework. By linking resource exchange, crypto payments, and parallel shipping networks, it foreshadows a fragmented global trade map — divided between Western-led systems and Eurasian “sovereign finance zones.”

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

Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News™ Exclusive

Sources:

• Associated Press: “North Korea’s top diplomat meets with Putin on a visit to Russia” — Associated Press

• Reuters: “Putin and North Korea’s foreign minister discuss strengthening ties, KCNA says” — Reuters

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South Korea’s High-Stakes Diplomacy at APEC: The Balancing Act Between Giants

As APEC 2025 approaches, Seoul’s role may determine the next phase of global economic integration.

South Korea faces a delicate diplomatic equation at the upcoming APEC summit in Gyeongju. Hosting both U.S. President Trump and China’s Xi Jinping, President Yoon Suk Yeol’s administration stands at the crossroads of competing visions for Asia’s economic future.

• Mediator or Battleground: Seoul’s challenge is to present itself as a mediator rather than a subordinate ally. Success could enhance its leverage over semiconductor trade, digital currencies, and shipping corridors — making it a neutral hub between Western markets and the Asian mainland.

• Supply Chain Strategy: By coordinating semiconductor alliances (notably “Chip 4” with the U.S., Taiwan, and Japan) while maintaining export ties with China, Korea may set a precedent for multi-polar trade diplomacy.

• Digital Currency Diplomacy: Korea’s participation in cross-border CBDC pilots — including BIS and BRICS-linked projects — positions it as a test site for new payment interoperability that could redefine trade settlements in Asia.

Implications for Global Markets:
APEC 2025 could quietly shape the rules of digital trade, AI governance, and blockchain interoperability, effectively rewriting how capital and goods move across Asia. Should Korea succeed, it becomes a model for middle powers balancing great-power rivalries with market-driven neutrality.

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

Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News™ Exclusive

Sources: 

• Associated Press: “South Korea’s president faces high-stakes diplomacy at APEC summit” — Associated Press

• Korea on Point: “APEC 2025: A Stage for Middle-Power Diplomacy Amid US-China Rivalry” — Korea on Point

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Californians Keep Finding Leftover Loot From The Gold Rush

Californians Keep Finding Leftover Loot From The Gold Rush — 1 man even bought a home with his spoils. How to cash in

Jing Pan  Sat, October 25, 2025

It’s been more than 170 years since California’s Gold Rush — but locals are once again finding gold dust, flakes and even nuggets glittering in the state’s rivers.

“Gold’s all around,” said Manny Goza, a prospector sifting through the Bear River, in an interview with FOX40 News. (1) The low water levels during the fall make it easier to reach stretches of the river that are usually inaccessible.

For Goza, a builder by trade, panning for gold has paid off.

“I did it every day. I've been here since 2005, bought a house in 2010 because I could pay my bills off the gold,” he said. “When I’m not contracting, I’m here digging gold.”

With gold prices up more than 50% over the past 12 months, the precious metal is drawing renewed attention from locals looking for opportunity in their own backyard.

Goza said an “amateur” prospector can expect to make around $50 a day, while a more serious one might bring in “anywhere from $100 to $15,000.”

Just like the original gold rush nearly two centuries ago, striking it big often comes down to luck. One prospector recalled a moment when a golden nugget “just rolled out — it was completely round like a baseball and it was half gold.”

Still, the work can be grueling. As another prospector put it, gold “doesn’t jump into the pan.”

And payday is never a sure thing.

“It’s emotional, some days you find $15,000, some days you don’t find anything,” Goza said.

TO READ MORE:  https://finance.yahoo.com/news/californians-keep-finding-leftover-loot-123300020.html

Harry Dent: Prepare for the Biggest Crash of ALL TIME

Harry Dent: Prepare for the Biggest Crash of ALL TIME

VRIC Media:  10-27-2025

Economist and bestselling author Harry Dent joins Darrell Thomas to break down why he believes we’re living through the first 100% artificial asset bubble in history and why the next crash could be far deeper than investors expect.

Dent explains his demographic models, the dangers of prolonged stimulus, why even gold won’t escape the downturn, and how everyday investors can protect their wealth and be positioned to capitalize when markets reset around 2028.

00:00 – Intro

01:14 – Demographics & The Artificial Post-2008 Expansion

 06:05 – Why Recessions Are Healthy (and Skipping Them Isn’t)

 08:44 – Why Diversification Won’t Save You This Time

10:39 – When Does the Crash Arrive?

11:27 – Detoxing the Economy: How Long Will It Take?

14:31 – India Will Lead the Next Global Boom

18:04 – Strategy: Cash, Treasuries & Why Shorts Work First

19:20 – Main Street vs Wall Street: Who Gets Hurt Most?

22:51 – Can the Fed Print Its Way Out Again?

 28:18 – Inflation: Was That It? What Comes Next?

 32:00 – Gold vs Stocks: What Holds Up Better?

 37:28 – Will Mining Benefit from Resource Nationalism?

39:28 – Oil Outlook Through a Recessionary Lens

41:12 – The Great Reset = A Massive Opportunity

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4SJ16xixOuY

Tuesday Coffee with MarkZ. 10/28/2025

Tuesday Coffee with MarkZ. 10/28/2025

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: Happy Terrific Tuesday……Good Morning to everyone

Member: Let’s go RVing…

Member: This week in history -Stock market crashed

Member: Hoping Mark has heard something great today.

MZ: On the bond side my last check-in was late in their day yesterday…before their banks closed. Their accounts were still showing “pending”. They told me that their attorney had told them not to be worried…..and with transfers of that amount- it is not unusual for them to make sure everything is ok at all levels-before releasing…..  

MZ: That was my last update…and then they disappeared. I do not have an answer yet.  

Member: Maybe “no answer” means they got paid.

MZ: I’m hoping it means they are busy….

Member: IMO-bonds got paid cause they are busily quiet

Member: In reference to your bond contact. Whenever I have a significant amount of money being moved into my account -I have “pending” for at least 3 days.

MZ: And imagine a deposit for billions…….I am not to worried because transfers under our existing system do take longer. But I am impatient right now.

Member: Is there a checklist of things you were told to expect before the RV occurs?

MZ: I do not have a written checklist….and many things we were told needed to be done have already been completed.

Member: Per Frank26 hearing from Parliament contact they are scheduled to vote on HCL next week and they have the rate. Which I think next week means this week.

MZ: I think there is a good chance. Especially with all the chatter and Barzani saying “looks like they have to pay HCL within days of the election” to me they are trying to throw off timing and mean to do it before.

Member: So tired of all the HCL bs….. HCL is like a carrot on a stick for the last few years.

Member: Enough talk….we need some action on the HCL

MZ: There is a massive push to get the HCL done right now. And we are hearing they could actually vote on the HCL this week.

Member: Iraq just signed the floating gas platform and has entered the global natural gas market

MZ: “ Iraqi banks need comprehensive reforms to free themselves from the restrictions of working with dollars” They have already made many reforms and are tweeking the last few to get all banks free from restrictions.

MZ: Their stated goal is to return the dinar to its former glory…..

MZ: “Central Bank: Electronic trading rises to $60 Billion” They want us to know they are embracing these reforms and updating their banking system

Member: I find it curious Trump is in Asia where the elders may possibly be (cough cough) this week

MZ: And Trump is meeting Xi Jing Ping on Thursday.

Member: Trump/Xi meeting and October 30 seems to be big for the reset.

Member: The 3 largest credit unions in Mo are merging together. The new system is going in on the 31st. New system new sign on’s and new apps. Something is going on.

Member: My Credit Union said Bigger Banks will do the Currency Exchanges not them

Member: Navy Federal Credit Union has changed over to new system as their new mobile app doesn't work on my old phone.

MZ: Bank story….I am editing to not give away any names. “ A friend in Florida went to a Chase bank. They asked if there was any updates on the dinar and dong. The teller said “That is a scam” and my friend replied…”Oh really, guess I will call my attorney. Because I bought my currency here.” Within minutes the manager and his 2 bosses came out and ushered my friend into an office. My friend explained the situation and they all rushed to assure her that is was not a scam.”

MZ: Bank story cont: “This same friend also visited a wealth manager at a Wells Fargo Branch . She was visiting several banks to find a financial planner she was comfortable with. She had a good conversation with a financial planner at WF regarding currency and exchanging. The gal went as far as identifying which branch location will be handling the exchange for their bank in that city. She also indicated to my friend that we are very close. “

MZ: I think the Fed meeting tomorrow with an interest rate decision is going to be interesting. I think we will see a cut in interest rates. This should help the housing market.

MZ: After that decision we have Powell’s press conference.

Member: All good things come to those who have patience, but sometimes it is the most difficult to wait...

Member: I believe this Weekend Is In Play . . .

Member: My bags are packed….We are sitting on the tarmac…. Someone hit the ignite button!

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“Tidbits From TNT” Tuesday 10-28-2025

TNT:

Tishwash:  A US delegation hosted by the Minister of Oil to discuss energy cooperation.

Today, Monday, Oil Minister Hayan Abdul-Ghani discussed with US Under Secretary of Energy James Danley and Chargé d'Affaires Joshua Harris joint cooperation between the two countries in the oil, gas, and energy sectors.

Today, Monday, Deputy Prime Minister for Energy Affairs and Minister of Oil, Eng. Hayan Abdul-Ghani Al-Sawad, received the US Under Secretary of Energy, Mr. James P. Danly, and the Chargé d'Affaires of the US Embassy, ​​Mr. Josh Harris.

During the meeting, prospects for joint cooperation between the two countries in the fields of oil, gas, and energy were discussed.

The meeting was attended by the Undersecretary of the Ministry for Gas Affairs, Mr. Ezzat Saber Ismail, and the Director General of the Technical Department, Mr. Hassanein Abdel Latif.  link

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Tishwash:  Al-Karawi: WTO membership will grant Iraq broad economic and trade privileges.

The Director General of the General Company for Grain Trade at the Ministry of Trade, Haider Nouri Al-Karawi, confirmed on Sunday that Iraq has completed the vast majority of its World Trade Organization accession files and is close to completing the remaining files after nearly twenty years of efforts.

 He pointed out that membership will grant the country extensive economic and trade privileges, contribute to reducing customs duties, and attract international companies to invest in the Iraqi market.

 Al-Karawi told Al-Iraqiya News, as reported by the Iraqi News Agency (INA), that “the process of joining the World Trade Organization requires a long period of time, and Iraq began working on this file in 2003 under the direct supervision of the Department of Foreign Economic Relations and the Minister of Trade.”

He added, "Iraq has completed the vast majority of the required files and is currently completing the final stages in preparation for formal membership in the organization," noting that "some countries have taken more than twenty years to complete this process, so the period of time required by Iraq is no exception."

Al-Karawi explained that "Iraq's accession to the organization will grant it significant economic and trade privileges, most notably the protection of the rights of domestic and imported products, and the provision of joint mechanisms to facilitate trade, tax, and customs exchange with member states, which will positively impact the reduction of customs duties and the facilitation of import and export operations."

He pointed out that "membership will help attract international companies by ensuring the protection of their products from counterfeiting and encouraging them to invest in the Iraqi market. It will also have a positive impact on lowering prices for consumers by strengthening legitimate competition and regulating markets."

Al-Karawi explained that "Iraq is committed to implementing more than fifteen technical and legislative files as part of the accession requirements, including the file on product protection and global trademarks, which ensures that no party will imitate or market products similar to those of international companies."

He added, "Completing these commitments gives foreign companies confidence in entering the Iraqi market  link

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Tishwash:  The oil and gas law returns to the forefront, and Parliament faces a test of political will.

As the fifth legislative session draws to a close and the country enters the electoral phase, the federal oil and gas law returns to the forefront of the political scene in Iraq as one of the most sensitive pieces of legislation postponed since 2007, amid warnings that its continued obstruction will deepen the economic crisis and keep the country hostage to political disputes.

 The oil and gas law is one of the most contentious issues between the federal government, the Kurdistan Regional Government, and the oil-producing provinces, as it stands at a crucial crossroads that determines the future of oil wealth management, which constitutes more than 90 percent of state revenues.

Amid repeated calls from the presidency and parliament to pass it before the end of the current session, fears are growing that its continued obstruction will disrupt the investment environment and weaken the unity of oil decision-making.

Energy expert Mohammed Hawrami believes that the continued absence of the law represents an economic and legislative failure that has had direct repercussions on oil wealth management and the general budget, as well as declining attractiveness for foreign investment in the energy sector.

Hawrami explained that postponing the approval of the law during this session means postponing the decision to a new session, along with the accompanying new tensions over powers and revenue sharing, making any further disruption costly to the national economy.

He added that the absence of a legal framework has created a state of administrative and financial chaos between the central government, the region, and the producing provinces, and has deprived Iraq of the ability to formulate a unified production and investment policy. This has negatively impacted the confidence of foreign companies awaiting stable legislation that guarantees the sustainability of their operations.

He pointed out that Iraq needs annual investments exceeding $15 billion to develop the oil and energy sector and improve refining and export capacities. However, the absence of legal regulation of contracts and financial distribution makes the investment environment risky and limits the entry of major companies into the market.

Emphasized that the current parliament's window of opportunity is almost running out, requiring urgent action to adopt the law before the end of the session, as continued disruption means postponing any real economic transformation towards diversification and sustainable development.

For his part, Bassem Nughmish, a member of the Parliamentary Oil and Gas Committee, emphasized that the continued suspension of the law keeps the Iraqi economy mired in a cycle of rents and limits its ability to achieve balanced development

Naghamish explained that the absence of the law means the absence of a regulatory framework for managing national wealth, which confuses financial planning, leads to disparities in the distribution of revenues between the center and producing provinces, and limits the state's ability

to implement a stable fiscal policy.

He pointed out that political disputes over powers and revenue-sharing mechanisms hinder the implementation of vital projects in the oil and energy sector and create an unstable environment for foreign investors seeking clear and stable legislation.

Naghamish added that delaying the enactment of the law deprives Iraq of billions of dollars in investment opportunities annually and weakens the state's ability to transfer oil revenues into productive and development projects in the provinces. He stressed the need for the law to include clear mechanisms for financial governance, management of joint fields, and the establishment of a national fund for the  development of producing provinces.

Naghamish concluded by saying that the next phase requires a comprehensive political and economic settlement that removes the oil issue from tensions and ensures a unified law that balances the powers of the central government and the rights of the regions, transforming oil wealth from a source of contention into a lever for development and stability.  link

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Mot: Seeeeee - They Even Season!!!! 

Seeds of Wisdom RV and Economics Updates Tuesday Morning 10-28-25

Good Morning Dinar Recaps,

Dollar Softens Ahead of Global Central Bank Decisions

Markets brace for dovish signals as investors rotate toward risk assets.

The U.S. dollar weakened today as traders positioned ahead of a wave of major central bank meetings and a potential Trump–Xi summit that could reshape trade and monetary expectations. The U.S. Dollar Index (DXY) slipped modestly, reflecting a softening stance across markets anticipating looser policy conditions.

The move underscores a cautious but notable rotation into risk assets, with equities and commodities both strengthening as the dollar retreats. This trend comes amid growing consensus that global policymakers may adopt synchronized easing measures before year-end.

Central Banks in Focus

Investors are now watching closely for guidance from the Federal Reserve, European Central Bank, and Bank of Japan, each facing the same challenge: how to sustain slowing economies without reigniting inflation.

• The Fed is expected to lean dovish, with futures pricing in nearly a 70% probability of another rate cut by December.

• The ECB may emphasize continued liquidity support, while Japan could signal readiness to adjust yield-curve control settings.

The dollar’s decline reflects not just policy expectations, but also a broader shift in global capital flow — one favoring risk assets, emerging markets, and commodities.

Market Implications

• Gold and oil prices typically strengthen when the dollar weakens, as investors hedge against currency dilution.

• Emerging-market currencies are likely to benefit, drawing short-term inflows as yield differentials narrow.

• Equities could see additional upside if dovish signals are confirmed — though the risk of overshoot grows with each rally.

For now, the market appears confident that monetary policy will remain accommodative. Yet the dollar’s softness also signals something deeper — a recognition that global growth is uneven and liquidity remains the main stabilizing force.

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

Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News™ Exclusive

Sources:

• Reuters — Dollar soft as traders brace for Trump–Xi, central bank meetings

• FXStreet — EUR/USD picks up on risk appetite with central bank decisions looming

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Volatility Beneath the Calm Surface

Record equity highs hide $100 billion daily swings as liquidity thins.

While U.S. equities continue to print new records, analysts warn that the calm appearance of the market may be deceptive. Beneath the surface, extreme volatility in major technology stocks and subtle liquidity cracks are emerging — conditions reminiscent of late-cycle instability.

According to The Financial Times, several mega-cap stocks have experienced single-day market-cap swings exceeding $100 billion — despite the major indices showing minimal net movement. The pattern suggests concentrated risk and heightened sensitivity to small shifts in sentiment or liquidity.

Hidden Fragility in a Bullish Market

Market indices mask the degree of turbulence occurring beneath them.

• Tech giants dominate capitalization weightings, magnifying their impact on perceived stability.

• Volatility metrics such as the VIX remain subdued, indicating complacency even as intraday price ranges expand.

• Liquidity depth is thinner than in prior cycles, making sharp revaluations more likely when institutional flows reverse.

This divergence between visible calm and underlying instability is becoming a defining feature of the current bull market. Analysts describe it as “calm on the surface, chaotic underneath.”

What It Means for Investors

• Portfolio diversification becomes essential when volatility hides beneath headline strength.

• Options and volatility instruments may be underpriced relative to actual market risk.

• Institutional hedging is quietly increasing, even as public sentiment remains bullish.

Such conditions often precede regime shifts — either toward sharper corrections or renewed monetary stimulus to maintain balance. The outcome will depend on central bank signaling and the sustainability of liquidity-driven rallies.

Broader Takeaway

Today’s markets operate on confidence and credit — not fundamentals alone. The surface calm of record highs belies the real state of global finance: one where volatility and liquidity risk have become the invisible twin pillars supporting valuations.

If left unchecked, even a minor policy misstep could expose just how thin that support has become.

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

Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News™ Exclusive

Sources:

• Financial Times — $100bn stock swings expose fragility beneath Wall Street rally

• MarketWatch — Stock-market bulls set up markets for a big move

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Iraq Economic News and Points To Ponder Tuesday Morning 10-28-25

Learn About Iraq's Ranking Among The Richest Countries In The Arab World And Globally

2025-10-26  Iraq ranked eighth in the Arab world and 116th globally among the richest countries in 2026, according to forecasts by the American magazine CEOWorld.

The magazine said in a report that the International Monetary Fund believes that prosperity today depends on structure, not size. Countries that prioritize policy consistency, intellectual capital, and long-term investment will continue to dominate the wealth landscape, and per capita GDP is often considered the best measure of average living standards.

She added that Iraq is expected to rank eighth among the Arab countries and 116th out of 197 richest countries in 2026 in terms of per capita GDP, with a GDP of 5,873.

According to the magazine, Qatar is expected to rank first with a per capita GDP of $76,534, followed by the UAE in second place with $53,842, Saudi Arabia in third place with $35,839, Kuwait in fourth place with $31,242, and Bahrain in fifth place with $29,778.

He added that Libya came in sixth place with $6,972, followed by Algeria in seventh place with $5,956, Iraq in eighth place, Lebanon in ninth place with $5,285, and Morocco in tenth place with $5,154.

Globally, Monaco tops the global wealth pyramid, with a projected per capita GDP of $256,667 in 2026. Liechtenstein is second with $201,162, Luxembourg with $154,115, Ireland with $135,247, and Switzerland with $118,173.  LINK

Al-Sudani: Our Plan Will Save Nearly $10 Billion By Halting The Import Of Gasoline And Petroleum Products

2025-10-26 by sotaliraq  Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani announced that his government has developed a plan to free up nearly $10 billion for the state treasury by halting the import of gasoline and petroleum products after achieving self-sufficiency in their production within Iraq.

This came in a speech he delivered during the inauguration of the strategic FCC/Factor Catalyst Cracking Unit project at the Shuaiba refinery in Basra Governorate, with a capacity of 107,000 barrels per day.

In his speech, Al-Sudani said that the project, upon its entry into service, represents a pivotal event in the history of the Iraqi oil industry, and everyone has every right to be proud of its accomplishment.

He added that the government's program has allocated significant space to expanding Iraq's capacity to refine crude oil and produce and export petroleum derivatives.

Al-Sudani also affirmed that "we have set a stated goal of converting 40% of the oil quantities exported by Iraq into high-value products by 2030. We have achieved 35% of the goal."

He continued, saying, "Our plan will save $4 billion, which was allocated for gas imports, and 6 trillion dinars, which was spent on importing petroleum derivatives." He pointed out that for two decades, successive governments have failed to pay attention to or plan scientifically and responsibly to advance the petroleum refining sector.

Al-Sudani noted that the project is the result of Iraqi cooperation with Hyundai and the Japanese International Cooperation Agency (JICA), and that the 300,000 barrel-per-day Al-Faw investment refinery will be operational very soon.

The Prime Minister pointed out that this project was implemented according to the latest environmentally friendly technology and Euro 5 specifications.  LINK

The Oil Ministry Announces The Final Statistics On Oil Exports And Revenues For Last September.

Sunday, October 26, 2025, 10:47 AM | Economics Number of reads: 380  Baghdad / NINA / The Ministry of Oil announced the final statistics of oil exports and revenues achieved for last September.

The ministry said in a statement: "According to the final statistics issued by the State Oil Marketing Organization (SOMO), the quantity of crude oil exports, including condensates, amounted to (102) million, (150) thousand, and (362) barrels (one hundred and two million, one hundred and fifty thousand, three hundred and sixty-two barrels),

 ( 102,150,362, ) with revenues amounting to more than (6) billion, (962) million, and (124) thousand dollars (six billion, nine hundred and sixty-two million, one hundred and twenty-four thousand dollars). ( 6,962,124,000 )

The statistics indicated that the total quantities of crude oil exported for last September from the oil fields in central and southern Iraq amounted to (102) million, (150) thousand, and (362) barrels. /End `
https://ninanews.com/Website/News/Details?key=1258802

Iraq Bans Imports Of 40 Agricultural Products To Achieve Self-Sufficiency.
 
October 26, 2025   Baghdad/Iraq Observer  The Ministry of Agriculture announced on Sunday a  ban on the import of more than 40 agricultural products to achieve self-sufficiency.   The ministry confirmed that it is monitoring agricultural commodity prices daily and will import them immediately if they rise.  
 
It also indicated that dates will be exported to Asian and European countries.
 
The Ministry's Undersecretary, Mahdi Sahar Al-Jubouri, said,  "The Ministry of Agriculture, through the Veterinary Department,  is monitoring the outbreak of avian influenza or any infections affecting animals, especially poultry, through the World Organization for Animal Health's website."

He noted that  "the World Organization for Animal Health is constantly updating lists of countries where avian influenza cases have been detected, or where the ban has been lifted," according to the official agency.

 He explained that  "the Ministry, in cooperation with security and official authorities,  prohibits the import of   meat and   all poultry products from any country where this infection has been detected.
 
When the World Organization for Animal Health confirms that a country is free of the disease, the ban will be lifted, to protect human health and livestock."  

He pointed out that  "there are precautionary measures in Iraq of a preventative nature, as the  Veterinary Department and veterinary hospitals and clinics spread throughout the governorates are monitoring cases to limit the spread of any bird flu infection, and implementing the department's instructions in areas where epidemics may appear, to limit their spread to nearby areas."
 
Regarding the Ministry of Agriculture’s measures to support the agricultural sector, the spokesman confirmed that 
“the Ministry is continuing to prevent the import of more than (40) agricultural products currently, with the aim of achieving self-sufficiency in Iraq, including   tomato and   potato crops and   others.” 

 He explained that  “Iraq is working to export dates to countries such as India, China, Turkey, Jordan, and the Gulf states,  while packaged and packed dates are exported directly   from Iraq to European Union countries,     to gain a share of global markets.

” He added that “most countries in the world rely on marketing dates packaged using modern methods, instead of exporting raw dates, which are cheaper than packaged dates.”
 
In a separate context, the spokesman confirmed that  "the ministry is continuously monitoring the prices of agricultural commodities  in local markets, in cooperation with security agencies, to limit price increases."

He continued:  "If the prices of any commodity or agricultural product rise,  the door is opened to importing those products.
 
This achieves the primary goal of supporting agricultural producers on the one hand,  and stabilizing prices in local markets on the other,  ensuring they reach consumers at reasonable prices."      
https://observeriraq.net/العراق-يمنع-استيراد-40-منتجاً-زراعياً-لت/   

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MilitiaMan and Crew: IQD News Update-Iraq's Yellow Brick Road-CBI Paved It

MilitiaMan and Crew: IQD News Update-Iraq's Yellow Brick Road-CBI Paved It

10-27-2025

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FRANK26….10-27-25…..HOT COOKIE LEAGUE

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FRANK26….10-27-25…..HOT COOKIE LEAGUE

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Seeds of Wisdom RV and Economics Updates Monday Evening 10-27-25

Good Evening Dinar Recaps,

Gyeongju APEC Summit: South Korea Bridges East and West

Diplomacy meets economics as Seoul positions itself between Washington, Beijing, and ASEAN

As the APEC Summit convenes this week in Gyeongju, South Korea, the host nation is advancing a policy of “bridge diplomacy” — a balancing act between the United States, China, Japan, and ASEAN nations. President Lee Jae-myung’s administration aims to transform South Korea into a neutral mediator linking advanced economies with the developing Asia-Pacific bloc.

The Core Themes

• Economic coordination: APEC’s agenda includes digital trade frameworks, clean-energy transition, and investment in resilient supply chains.

• Security meets commerce: Behind the scenes, the summit is expected to feature quiet talks between U.S. and Chinese delegates — a prelude to more formal trade normalization efforts.

• ASEAN alignment: The APEC initiative directly supports ASEAN 2025, aimed at integrating Southeast Asia’s supply chains with broader Pacific trade systems.

Why It Matters

• Diplomatic repositioning: Seoul’s bridge role reflects a shift toward multipolar diplomacy, reducing binary East-West confrontation.

• Financial ripple effect: Integration across APEC and ASEAN could redirect capital flows from Western debt markets into infrastructure, logistics, and digital finance projects spanning Asia and Oceania.

The Strategic Link to the Financial Reset

• As APEC and ASEAN deepen coordination, a new financial framework is emerging — one that may complement BRICS initiatives while offering an alternate venue for global investment.

• South Korea’s diplomatic balancing act could lay the groundwork for a dual-system world, where the Western-led monetary order coexists with a new Asia-centric trade-finance nexus.

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

Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News™ Exclusive

Sources:

• East Asia Forum – South Korea’s bridge diplomacy faces its APEC test

• The Korea Times – Korea’s 5-dimensional diplomacy at APEC summit

• Reuters – Asia-Pacific economies coordinate trade and clean-energy frameworks ahead of APEC

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BRICS Grain Power Move: Russia’s Pilot Exchange Challenges U.S. Commodity Dominance

How a 2026 pilot could rewrite global food pricing and accelerate financial realignment.

Overview

Russia is preparing a pilot launch for the BRICS Grain Exchange by 2026 — a bold initiative aimed at breaking the Chicago Mercantile Exchange’s (CME) monopoly over global grain pricing. The project, endorsed at the 2024 BRICS Summit in Kazan, has broad support from member states including India, Brazil, and China, with full implementation targeted for 2027.

The move aligns with BRICS’ broader strategy to create independent market infrastructure — reducing reliance on Western financial systems and aligning food security with de-dollarization.

Key Developments

• Putin’s Endorsement: At the Kazan summit, President Vladimir Putin emphasized that BRICS nations produce nearly half of global grain and should therefore determine their own benchmark prices.

“The exchange will contribute to fair and predictable price indicators… and protect national markets from artificial shortages,” said Putin.

• Strategic Scale:

• The expanded BRICS bloc now accounts for roughly 44% of global grain production and consumption.

• The exchange’s projected trading volume could exceed $1 trillion, according to Eduard Zernin, head of the Russian Union of Grain Exporters.

• Technical Framework:

• The platform will use a digital marketplace model rather than a traditional exchange format.

• Discussions are underway to finalize settlement mechanisms — possibly using a BRICS digital currency or a gold-linked unit of account.

• India’s Role:
  India supports the initiative as part of its drive toward food sovereignty and reduced dependence on Western commodity benchmarks. It also views the exchange as a regional export and pricing hub for farmers.

Why It Matters

• Eroding Western Pricing Control:
  The CME and Euronext currently set nearly all global grain benchmarks — even for commodities they produce little of. This system gives the U.S. and EU indirect control over food security and inflation trends worldwide.

• Financial Realignment:
  The BRICS Grain Exchange would represent one of the first non-Western commodity markets of scale, potentially denominated outside the dollar system.
  🌱 If successful, it could set a precedent for similar energy, metals, and digital-asset exchanges — forming the backbone of a new “BRICS Financial Architecture.”

• De-dollarization through Commodities:
  Food and energy are the pillars of global trade. Pricing either outside the U.S. dollar would undermine the petrodollar structure and strengthen multipolar trade settlements.

• Strategic Leverage:
  Controlling agricultural benchmarks gives BRICS new leverage in negotiating sanctions, tariffs, and trade routes — shifting power from financial centers like Chicago and London to new hubs in Kazan, Mumbai, and São Paulo.

Geopolitical Context

• The timing coincides with U.S. tariff hikes and rising food insecurity in developing nations — both accelerating the BRICS rollout.

• The exchange is part of a broader sovereign resilience strategy, mirroring the BRICS Pay system, New Development Bank, and the Cross-Border Settlement Platform.

• Analysts note that this may tighten South-South trade corridors and integrate agricultural policy into the same multipolar structure reshaping global finance.

Implications for the Global Financial Reset

• A functioning BRICS Grain Exchange could reshape commodity-derived currency reserves, as nations peg their reserves to a new grain-based or gold-linked benchmark.

• This could catalyze the next phase of the financial reset — where value is defined by production and real assets, not speculative capital flows.

• It signals a systemic decoupling of East-South trade from the dollar system — the cornerstone of post-WWII financial order.

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

Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News™ Exclusive

Sources

• Watcher Guru – Historic BRICS Grain Exchange Pilot by Russia Targets US CME Monopoly

• Council on Foreign Relations --“Why Expanded BRICS Is Backing a Russia-Initiated Grain Exchange”

• Reuters -- “Russia’s proposed grain exchange for BRICS countries may take years to launch”  

• All About Feed -- “BRICS grain exchange plan is almost ready” 

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Catfish Scams — How To Spot Red Flags

Catfish Scams — How To Spot Red Flags

Will Kenton  Sun, October 26, 2025   Moneywise

Missouri woman's late-in-life love story turns into a Ramsey Show warning about catfish scams — how to spot red flags

Nicky from Missouri called into the The Ramsey Show with a late-in-life love tale. (1) She, a 68-year-old widow, has met a man, an 81-year-old widower, who wants to marry her. At first it seems like a heart-warming story, but when co-hosts hosts Jade Warshaw and Ken Coleman started asking questions, things went sideways fast.

Nicky started asking if she should mix her finances with her new suitor. She indicated her savings were much larger than his. The co-hosts asked how they met, and she told them that they had met on Facebook in a group for widows and widowers. They bonded when he told her about a woman he had been seeing. He was giving her money, and even though he supposedly has a pension that pays over $100,000 per year, Nicky felt she was taking advantage of him. The relationship apparently ended soon afterward, and Nicky ended up as his new lady.

She then admitted she’d never seen him face to face. In fact, he lives six hours away. Wedding bells turned to alarm bells as Jade and Ken pulled more suspicious details out of her.

When they expressed dismay at the idea that she’d even think about marrying a man sight-unseen, she said “he is too open and honest!”

Coleman laid it all on the table: “Nicky, you have a hook in both sides of your mouth right now, and this needs to stop.”

Without proof to the contrary, he suggested she might be the victim of a catfish or romance scam.

Scams Preying On The Elderly Are Common

Romance scams are a big slice of the fraud problem for older adults. The FBI’s 2024 Internet Crime Report shows people 60 and over filed 147,127 complaints with reported losses of about $4.8 billion. Confidence and romance fraud alone accounted for 7,632 of those complaints and $389 million in losses.

TO READ MORE:  https://finance.yahoo.com/news/missouri-womans-life-love-story-100000867.html

Expect Run To Gold, Not Dollars, In Coming Crisis | Matthew Piepenberg

Expect Run To Gold, Not Dollars, In Coming Crisis | Matthew Piepenberg

Liberty and Finance:  10-25-2025

Matthew Piepenburg of Von Greyerz joins Elijah K. Johnson to explain why the world is preparing for a very different kind of crisis than 2008.

Piepenburg argues that the next “uh-oh moment” in markets won’t trigger a flight to U.S. Treasuries or the dollar—but rather to gold. He contrasts views from analysts like Brent Johnson, explaining why even with a stronger DXY, gold could still rise.

 Piepenburg also warns against waiting for the perfect entry point, saying long-term investors should focus on wealth preservation, not short-term price moves.

The ground beneath our global economy is shifting. Whispers of a looming market correction or even a full-blown credit crisis are growing louder, prompting investors to re-evaluate their traditional safe havens.

In a recent insightful discussion hosted by Elijah K. Johnson of Liberty and Finance, Matthew Piepenberg of Von Greer’s Gold offered a compelling perspective on the future of precious metals, particularly gold and silver, in this evolving landscape.

Piepenberg’s core message is clear: we are witnessing a secular bull market in gold, a long-term trend that remains firmly intact despite any short-term price volatility. He urges investors to shift their mindset, viewing gold not as a speculative commodity to be traded on daily swings, but as a strategic store of value, an asset to be held for decades, akin to a generational inheritance of wealth.

The macroeconomic forces at play are undeniable and paint a picture that strongly favors precious metals. Soaring US debt levels, the relentless debasement of fiat currencies, and a world increasingly navigating geopolitical complexities are collectively fueling a historic pivot towards gold. The traditional safe havens – the US dollar and treasury bonds – are facing unprecedented scrutiny.

A central theme of the discussion is the erosion of the US dollar’s purchasing power. Piepenberg highlights a growing global sentiment for a move away from the dollar and towards gold. This isn’t just theoretical; it’s evidenced by the significant accumulation of gold reserves by central banks worldwide. Furthermore, the very idea of gold-backed US treasury securities is now being openly discussed, a stark indicator of the shifting monetary paradigms.

The conversation even delved into the possibility of a gold revaluation by the US Treasury. Such a move, which would significantly increase the official price of gold, could be a strategy to grapple with the nation’s mounting debt. While speculative, it underlines the growing recognition of gold’s intrinsic monetary value.

The “exorbitant privilege” the US dollar has enjoyed as the world’s reserve currency is now under a microscope. Piepenberg points out its paradoxical effects, contributing to chronic trade deficits and the offshoring of manufacturing. As this privilege wanes, a multipolar global currency system is emerging, and gold is poised to play a pivotal role within it.

This raises a critical question for investors: will the US dollar and treasuries truly remain safe havens in the face of future crises? Piepenberg argues that while they may have served this purpose in the past, gold is increasingly becoming the preferred refuge for those seeking genuine security.

For those looking to navigate these turbulent economic waters, Piepenberg offers practical advice: focus on the long-term preservation of wealth. This means prioritizing physical precious metals and measuring your financial success not in the fluctuating units of fiat currency, but in the tangible ounces and grams of gold and silver.

He encourages investors to educate themselves about the historical cycles of currency debasement and to understand the unique, time-tested attributes of gold as a monetary asset. In an era of unprecedented economic uncertainty, understanding the power and potential of precious metals is not just prudent, it’s essential for safeguarding your financial future.

INTERVIEW TIMELINE:

 0:00 Intro

1:30 Gold update

 18:29 Reindustrialization

 24:00 Gold is now #1 safe haven

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rIbpVRTZLq0

News, Rumors and Opinions Monday 10-27-2025

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. 27 Oct. 2025

Compiled Mon. 27 Oct. 2025 12:01 am EST by Judy Byington

Wed. 22 Oct. 2025 GCR INTEL DOSSIER | OPERATION SANDMAN IGNITED: Collapse of the US Dollar

100+ nations have (allegedly) activated a coordinated strike to collapse the dollar and trigger the Global Currency Reset. “Project Sandman” is real — a silent alliance(allegedly)  prepared to dump the U.S. dollar simultaneously, ending its reign as the world’s reserve currency overnight. Not gradually. Instant detonation.

For 50 years, the U.S. ruled through fiat counterfeiting, oil-backed deception, and military coercion. That system is(allegedly)  dying. Every sign points to the imminent trigger. When it fires, the dollar — and all assets tied to it — plunge to near-zero. Treasury markets freeze. Bonds disintegrate. The Fed loses control. This is economic warfare, not speculation.

The Operation: Over a hundred nations — from BRICS, OPEC+, ASEAN, Africa, and South America — have agreed to abandon the dollar and redirect trade into gold, local currencies, or new quantum frameworks. Their weapon is abandonment. No bombs. No armies. Just withdrawal — and the empire burns from within.

The Petrodollar Collapse: The U.S. dollar’s fake power came from oil trade deals forcing nations to buy crude in USD. That’s over. When oil producers stop demanding dollars, global demand dies instantly. Sandman’s precision strike floods markets with abandoned dollars, unleashing uncontrollable inflation and panic.

Within hours of activation: Retirement funds – gone. Stock markets – wiped. Real estate bubbles – burst. Middle class savings – destroyed.

It’s not a crash. It’s a collapse. A final act of justice after decades of dollar colonialism.

Trump’s Counterstrike: President Donald J. Trump foresaw this storm. He’s preparing the only response capable of saving America: – Reinstating a gold-backed U.S. currency – Launching a sovereign digital dollar – Cutting ties with the IMF, BIS, and WEF – Declaring economic martial law if needed

The objective: destroy the central bank cartel and restore constitutional money. This isn’t about markets — it’s about national survival.

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Wed. 23 Oct. 2025 RV/GCR IGNITES: Tier 4B Shock – October 20 Breaks the Financial Dam

Tier 4B (allegedly) confirmed active. Dinar RV (allegedly) live. The Global Currency Reset has (allegedly) detonated — Sun. 20 Oct. 2025 marks the day the system(allegedly)  flipped. Trump’s financial counterstrike is no longer theory. It’s execution.

THE IRAQI GAZETTE DETONATION Today the Iraqi Gazette (allegedly) printed the Tier 4B redemption sequence — official, irreversible, world-shaking. The Central Bank of Iraq(allegedly)  released protocols for exchange centers, investor scheduling, and redemption flow. This is not rumor. This is the public green light — the one patriots waited years to see. Tier 4B means the people, not the elites. The system door has (allegedly) opened.

THE DINAR GOES LIVE The Iraqi Dinar is now (allegedly) visible on Bloomberg terminals and live trading screens worldwide — real bid/ask pricing. Mocked investors are now vindicated. The IQD has (allegedly) crossed from speculation to integration, a fully recognized financial asset watched by institutions and governments alike. This is the (allegedly) foundation stone of the GCR — the signal that the old order is collapsing.

MARKET SHOCKWAVES Major banks are (allegedly) rewriting models, compliance divisions are scrambling, and regulators are activating dormant RV protocols. Overnight, the Deep State(allegedly)  lost control of the financial board. Chaos isn’t failure — it’s the reset mechanism. The people finally have leverage, and the cabal can’t hide it.

CONTROLLED VOLATILITY Early trades are unstable — spreads wide, liquidity partial. That’s intentional. Volatility hides the hand of institutional accumulation. This chaos is the firewall protecting elite entry while scaring retail holders away. But patriots understand: disorder precedes revelation.

THE RESET BEGINS IQD activation signals a full-scale global shift. Central banks are (allegedly) realigning, USD dependency is (allegedly) crumbling, and the fiat empire is(allegedly)  bleeding. Every trade in IQD cracks the foundation of globalist control. Soros’s crowd is watching in panic — the dollar wall is fracturing.

TRUMP’S COUNTERMOVE  Trump’s alliance built the architecture behind the scenes. Starlink, Quantum channels, and sovereign clearing systems are now (allegedly) interlinked. The reset isn’t coming — it’s operational.

This is not about money — it’s about power. For the first time in modern history, that power is shifting back to the people. The lock is broken. The storm is financial. And Trump is (allegedly) holding the switch.

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Fri. 24 Oct. 2025 THE DIGITAL RESET – THE GOOD KIND THE FUTURE OF WEALTH IS HERE

The U.S. National Debt Clock was designed to shame the system — now it’s becoming the people’s weapon. What once measured corruption now exposes the collapse of fake fiat and the birth of blockchain-backed wealth. The old system is crumbling. The new one is coded, collateralized, and (allegedly) controlled by patriots — not bankers.

THE PEOPLE’S DIGITAL REVOLUTION The Clock is transforming from a symbol of failure into the blueprint for a sovereign economy. Tokenized assets. Transparent ledgers. Real ownership. The fake elites who thrived on debt and inflation are watching their empire burn while a new economy rises — one built by the people, for the people.

TOKENIZATION – THE END OF CENTRAL CONTROL Imagine dividing a house, a farm, or a gold vault into millions of digital tokens. Each token represents real ownership. No middlemen. No corruption. This is fractional freedom — turning real assets into digital power. Every American could hold a stake in the very ground of the nation.

BLOCKCHAIN – THE TRUST MACHINE Blockchain locks every transaction into an incorruptible public record. No hidden books. No erased debts. Every movement is verified across thousands of eyes. The system they used to enslave us becomes the system that sets us free.

THE SOVEREIGN WEALTH RESERVE This is the masterstroke — a citizen-owned digital reserve backed by real U.S. assets: land, gold, real estate, infrastructure. The new currency grows 3% annually, fueled by tangible value, not printed lies. Inflation dies when money is backed by reality.

COLLATERALIZED AMERICA A Variable Asset Leveling Index tracks every physical and digital asset of the United States. Tokenized. Audited. Transparent. Every dollar becomes proof of something real. Gold-backed, land-backed, people-backed — not Fed-backed.

THE REVOLUTION FROM DEBT TO OWNERSHIP The Federal Reserve’s empire was built on illusion. This is its end. The Debt Clock now counts down not to collapse — but to liberation. The time when every citizen holds a verifiable share of their nation. No more hidden hands. No more rigged markets. No more secret owners.

Read full post here:  https://dinarchronicles.com/2025/10/27/restored-republic-via-a-gcr-update-as-of-october-27-2025/

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

Militia Man  Iraq is quietly moving into the modern financial world.  I think we all know that...We believe it's loud in our faces, but globally it really isn't.  Investment wise you can see the powerhouse data...Three things are happening at the same time.  Iraq wants to join the Bank of International Settlements, which is the club of central banks...Iraq is planning to drop three zeros from the dinar, the currency redesign...Iraq is launching a digital dinar...

Mnt Goat  I assure you of what my CBI contact told me is now all coming out in the news. It is undeniable now. So, let all the nay-sayers say what they want but this does not change the fact that we may be at the end of this RV saga and only just over a couple months to go.

Frank26   It turns out they're teaching the Iraqi citizens there is a new denomination, a new form of  currency that is coming to them to represent the new exchange rate...They're showing them the lower notes but in a very unique manner...What you're seeing is the reveal of the monetary reform lower notes but it's being done like a snail walking across the  table very slowly.  This part has to go very slowly.

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IMF Revises Economic Report on Iraq- Good News

Edu Matrix:  10-26-2025

Good News: IMF Revises Economic Report on Iraq -Iraq's Economy in better shape than reported.

IMF Veriified Changes. IMF report on iraq, Iraq's GDP, Iraq's economy, Basa Airlines, Iraq tourism U.S State Department, Tourism in Iraq, usd iqd exchange rate, usd vnd exchange rate, iraqi dinar, Iraq's economy

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Po4UKM-pF8A