Iraq Economic News and Points To Ponder Late Thursday Evening 10-15-26
The Central Bank Of Iraq Announces A New Mechanism For Granting Dollars To Travelers
2026-10-15 The Central Bank of Iraq announced on Thursday the implementation of a new regulatory mechanism to grant travelers the amount allocated to them, which is (2000) US dollars every two months, and at a maximum of (6) times per year.
The bank confirmed in a statement received by Shafaq News Agency that the implementation of this decision will officially begin on Sunday, October 18, 2026, noting that the step aims to regulate the process of obtaining foreign currency and ensure that it reaches those entitled to it in accordance with the announced regulations.
https://www.shafaq.com/ar/اقتصـاد/المركزي-العراقي-يعلن-عن-لية-جديدة-لمنح-الدولار-للمسافرين
CF Hails Completion Of Iraq's Government
2026-10-15 / 14:30 Shafaq News- Baghdad The Coordination Framework (CF), an alliance of predominantly Shiite political parties, welcomed the completion of Iraq's cabinet on Thursday.
In a statement, the CF said the completed cabinet represents an important step toward strengthening political stability, improving the functioning of state institutions, and implementing the government's program.
On October 15, Prime Minister Ali Al-Zaidi said the appointment of three deputy prime ministers and approval of 11 cabinet nominees would strengthen his government's ability to address economic and security challenges and fulfill its commitments.
The parliamentary vote took place during a session chaired by Speaker Haibet Al-Halbousi and attended by 261 lawmakers.
https://www.shafaq.com/en/Iraq/CF-hails-completion-of-Iraq-s-government
"Five Months After The Formation Of The Government... The Cabinet Is Complete And The Implementation Phase Begins." Al-Zidi Pledges To Accelerate The Implementation Of The Government Program, Combat Corruption, Strengthen Sovereignty, And Translate.
Baghdad - One News - 10/15/2026 Prime Minister Ali Faleh al-Zaidi announced the completion of the cabinet formation, filling the remaining vacant portfolios and appointing deputy prime ministers, five months after the government was formed, stressing the transition to a new phase of accelerated government work to implement the priorities and commitments outlined in the ministerial program.
In a statement marking the completion of the government formation, Al-Zaydi said that his government is now beginning rapid steps of diligent work, pledging to proceed with the implementation of the government program and respond to the aspirations of Iraqis, and to turn plans and decisions into tangible results that are reflected in the daily lives of citizens.
He explained that the government has been working during the past months under extremely complex internal and external circumstances, noting that the war in the region has imposed and continues to impose exceptional economic challenges on Iraq, in addition to security challenges that require the highest levels of responsibility and vigilance.
Al-Zaydi stressed that his government continued to implement its ministerial program despite those circumstances, and worked to address complex issues and confront corruption, as well as taking what he described as historic steps to strengthen Iraq’s sovereignty and independence of decision, leading to the end of the international coalition’s military presence in the country.
He pointed out that the completion of the cabinet formation and the appointment of deputies to the Prime Minister represent support for the government’s ability to manage national issues, and give executive work additional momentum to coordinate efforts and accelerate the implementation of government programs and commitments.
The Prime Minister stressed that the next stage requires redoubling efforts to address the large and complex issues, emphasizing that the aspirations of Iraqis require the government to move from the stage of setting plans and making decisions to achieving actual results that the citizen can feel the impact of.
Al-Zaydi expressed his gratitude to the House of Representatives and the political forces for their contribution to completing the formation of the government, calling on the Deputy Prime Ministers and the ministers who gained the confidence of Parliament to bear their responsibilities with the highest degrees of commitment, efficiency and integrity.
Al-Zaydi concluded his statement by emphasizing the need to harness government resources to serve citizens and to work as a unified team to implement priorities and achieve national goals, thereby enhancing Iraq's security, stability, and prosperity.
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Statement Of The Secretary-General Loyalists After The Cabinet Was Completed: We Want A Government That Is Courageous In Its Decision-Making And Puts Iraq First
2026-10-15 Baghdad - 964 Media The Secretary-General of the Loyal Ansar Allah Movement, Haider Al-Gharawi, affirmed today, Thursday (October 15, 2026), that completing the cabinet represents an opportunity to correct the course, indicating that he looks forward to a courageous and strong government in making decisions in which Iraq comes first, in every position and action.
Al-Gharawi stated in a post, which was followed by Network 964 : https://964media.com/725936/
The Minister Of Finance, In His Remarks Before The IMF And World Bank Group Meetings:
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Translated from Arabic
The Minister of Finance, in his remarks before the IMF and World Bank Group meetings: We are working to modernize the banking system, strengthen governance and controls for combating money laundering and terrorist financing, expand electronic payments, and support the return of our banks to the international banking correspondent network.
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Iraqi Talks With The IMF On Financial Reforms
Finance Minister Faleh Sari continues his series of meetings in the Thai capital, Bangkok, on the sidelines of the annual meetings of the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank Group, to strengthen the partnership with international financial institutions in support of the reform process in Iraq.
In this context, the Minister held a meeting today, Wednesday, with the Director of the Middle East and Central Asia Department at the International Monetary Fund, Mr. Jihad Azour, in the presence of the Governor of the Central Bank of Iraq, to discuss the most prominent financial and monetary policy paths in the country.
The Minister reviewed the financial pressures facing Iraq, stressing the importance of strengthening cooperation with the IMF and benefiting from its expertise in dealing with economic changes.
For his part, Mr. Jihad Azour expressed the Fund’s readiness to support Iraq in facing its financial crisis resulting from tensions in the Middle East, stressing the importance of adopting solutions that are commensurate with the size of the challenges facing the country.
Ministry of Finance Government Media and Communication October 14, 2026
https://www.mof.gov.iq/pageN0015
translation of graphic: Ministry of Finance
The Minister of Finance, in his address to the meetings of the IMF and the World Bank Group
We are working to modernize the banking system, strengthen governance and anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing controls, expand electronic payments, and support the return of our banks to the international correspondent banking network www.mof.gov.iq