Iraq Economic News and Points To Ponder Thursday Evening 7-3-25

The End Of Dollar Dependence Or The Beginning Of Censorship? The National Payments Project Raises The Question Of "Financial Sovereignty" - Urgent
 
Baghdad Today – Baghdad  In a pivotal step toward internal monetary independence, the Central Bank of Iraq (CBI) issued an official circular to all banks and electronic payment service providers 
announcing the commencement of the implementation of the National Card Scheme project.
 
This is a local payment system  managed through the national switchboard, completely separate from international platforms such as MasterCard and Visa.

The decision comes at a particularly sensitive time, following the Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF) salary crisis and sanctions imposed on several banks, amid indications that Iraq is shifting to a relatively closed monetary environment in the face of external pressures.
 
A national system that excludes international companies
 
According to a circular obtained by Baghdad Today, the Central Bank has ordered the launch of a local system for settling bank card payments within Iraq, without going through any international entity.
 
The circular outlined the need to adopt national codes such as BIN and AID to  identify payment cards and link them to the national switchboard, implicitly  eliminating any reliance on global payment networks such as Visa and MasterCard for local transactions.
 
The circular emphasized that this project  is "exclusively local" and will be completed by the end of this year,  paving the way for its official adoption starting early next year.
 
Motives for the decision: from sanctions to mobilization
 
Banking expert and former Central Bank official Mahmoud Dagher told Baghdad Today that  "the decision is partly linked to  international sanctions and  pressure on Iraqi banks, so an alternative internal system is being considered.

" He added,  "Iraq faces no legal or technical obstacles to establishing this type of system, and many countries have preceded us in this," but he explained that  "local systems remain limited and cannot be used outside the country's borders.

" It's worth noting that  the decision came after the Popular Mobilization Forces' salaries were frozen at some banks linked to international payment systems, opening a new door for the Central Bank to restructure its payments infrastructure away from international political influence.
 
Monetary shift or financial isolation?
 
The new approach coincides with escalating tensions between Baghdad and Washington,
and with the ongoing pressure on major Iraqi banks accused of financing entities sanctioned by the US. In this context, it appears that the Central Bank has decided to proceed with a project that protects  the domestic market from any "potential political freeze."

However, this option, despite its importance in terms of sovereignty, raises questions:
 
Can global payment systems really be dispensed with?
 
Is Iraq structurally prepared to operate a closed system capable of meeting domestic demand?
 
Most importantly: Does this project pave the way for a gradual financial decoupling from the dollar?
 
The National Card Scheme project is not merely a technical decision regarding banking infrastructure;
it is a step with political, economic, and security dimensions.
 
If completed by the end of the year as planned, Iraq will have taken its first steps toward "internal monetary independence."
 
However, this remains conditional on the state's ability to ensure efficiency, prevent collapse, and build confidence in a system that has yet to be tested in a fragile economic reality. 
Source: Baghdad Today + Agencies      https://baghdadtoday.news/277819-.html

The Central Bank Of Iraq Participated In The Arab Conference On Savings And Financial Culture 2025, Held In The Tunisian Capital, Tunis,

July 2 to 3, 2025.Representatives from regulatory bodies, central banks, insurance companies, and investment companies from various Arab countries participated.
 
This participation serves as a boost to the implementation of the National Strategy for Financial Inclusion in Iraq for the years 2025-2029, recently launched by the Central Bank, and as part of its efforts to enhance regional cooperation and exchange expertise in the areas of  
financial literacy,  financial consumer protection, sustainable financing, and  household savings.
 
The conference featured a number of important sessions that addressed topics
directly related to the axes of national financial inclusion strategies in Arab countries, including: 

    Financial literacy strategies and funding sources.
    The role of digital finance in promoting financial inclusion. 
    Financial services consumer protection.
    Microfinance and the role of social banks. 
    Using artificial intelligence to spread financial literacy.
 
The Central Bank of Iraq delegation also held a series of coordination meetings with its counterparts from Arab countries and regional and international organizations to discuss opportunities for technical cooperation and the exchange of institutional expertise.

In its contributions to the conference sessions, the Central Bank delegation emphasized the importance of developing financial literacy in Iraq as a fundamental pillar for enhancing financial inclusion and    achieving economic stability.
 
This participation comes within the framework of the Central Bank of Iraq's commitment to implementing regional and international best practices, 
its ongoing  efforts to develop the institutional and digital infrastructure of the financial system, and  enable individuals and communities to access financial services in a safe and comprehensive manner.      https://cbi.iq/news/view/2926 

Government Advisor: Iraq's Renaissance Depends On Transforming Oil Assets Into Productive Investments
 
Time: 2025/07/03 12:03:38 PM Read: 180 Times  {Economic: Al Furat News} The Prime Minister's Financial Advisor, Mazhar Mohammed Salih, emphasized that the  country's renaissance lies in maximizing investment activity with strong impetus toward accelerated sustainable development.  

He pointed out that this is a strategic issue that can only be resolved through the country's economic resources in general, and specifically by transforming extracted oil assets into productive investment capital assets in vital economic sectors.
 
In a statement to Al Furat News, Salih emphasized that  the government is engaged in   implementing its productive activities,   extending horizontally and vertically, through the implementation of strategic and service-oriented investment projects.
 
Challenges of Financing the Investment Budget and Opportunities for Improvement
 
The financial advisor explained that the operating budget imposes a spending restriction even in difficult circumstances, when the country's oil revenues are severely reduced. He emphasized that financing the investment budget is the most affected in such circumstances.

He added that  the opportunity for improvement in oil revenues means that the investment accelerator will operate at a high and accelerated pace to maximize GDP growth.
 
This is in light of the strict adherence to the government program, which has undertaken to implement the principle and vision of a "service government."

"Service government": Embodying the government's role in reconstruction
 
Saleh considered the principle of a "service government" to be an embodiment of the key role currently being played by the government across the country,
 
starting with the implementation of the One Million Housing Unit Project and the  establishment of new cities, and ending with the  school buildings project (one thousand schools), and the  construction of hospitals and various health facilities, in a manner unprecedented in the reconstruction process in Iraq. 

He also pointed to the development of infrastructure in the country's cities by advancing electricity, water, sanitation, and road projects without interruption and in an integrated manner. Saleh pointed out that the
 
Oil Investment Strategy and Its Role in Development
 
oil, gas, and other natural resource investment strategy is constantly evolving to feed and supplement the financial resources needed for the investment budget, which aims to develop investment activity linked to sustainable development and economic prosperity.
 
Reconstruction Driven by Oil Revenues
 
The financial advisor concluded his statement by emphasizing that reconstruction is now financed by oil revenues before being financed by external borrowing. He explained that the goal of oil revenues, when they rise, will be to develop productive assets in sectors that contribute to diversifying the national economy.

 He stated that as oil prices rise and higher financial returns are achieved, they will be more aligned with the strength of the implementation of development projects outlined in the country's government program and plans, which drive most new projects, especially those anticipated years ago.
 
This comes in line with a careful and precise program that builds a development renaissance based on a strong investment push, through a development movement unprecedented in the country's history.
 
This momentum  will continue unabated in the coming months,  with a robust and expansive urban development map,  supported by the high level of stability the country is witnessing in all economic, political, and security fields.  
  
https://alforatnews.iq/news/مستشار-حكومي-نهضة-العراق-مرهونة-بتحويل-الأصول-النفطية-إلى-استثمارات-منتجة  

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An Expert Warns Of The US Federal Reserve's Restrictions On Iraq's Financial Sovereignty.
 
 July 2, 16:23  Information/Special..  Economist Diaa Mohsen confirmed on Wednesday that Iraq still lacks independent economic decision-making due to the restrictions imposed by the US Federal Reserve on its funds, warning of the repercussions of the continuation of this situation on the country's financial sovereignty. 

Mohsen told Al-Maalouma News Agency, "After Iraq was released from Chapter 7 in 2011, theUnited States deposited its funds in the US Federal Reserve under the pretext of protecting them."

He pointed out that  "the returns generated by these deposits are much less than what could have been achieved if the funds had been invested  directly by the Iraqi government or  through partnerships with various countries." 

He stated that "Iraq's continued existence under these restrictions  is unacceptable and  deprives it of significant economic opportunities," emphasizing that"liberating Iraq from the authority of the US Federal Reserve would  revitalize the national economy and  open up broader horizons for financial development." 

He added that  "Iraq's continued dependence on the US decision makes it vulnerable to financial sanctions in the event of any political dispute with Washington, as the latter could simply seize Iraq's funds or prevent their use." End 25 Sh       
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Source: Iraqi Banks Rebel Against The Central Bank And Pay Salaries Despite Sanctions!
 
July 3, 2025 Last updated: July 3, 2025  Al-Mustaqillah - In a dangerous development that could herald a domestic financial crisis, an informed source revealed to Al-Mustaqillah on Thursday that the Central Bank of Iraq has issued strict directives to a number of Iraqi banks, including  halting the payment of salaries to some government institutions in the coming period.
 
This is due to US sanctions imposed on some Iraqi financial institutions and the expiration of the deadline Washington had granted Iraqi banks to rectify their situation. 

According to the source, the Central Bank warned of the repercussions of ignoring these sanctions,
especially after the end of the grace period granted by the US Treasury Department to Iraqi banks to     settle their transactions and  avoid potential sanctions.

However, the source noted that some banks—both private and government—  did not comply with the Central Bank's directives and insisted on disbursing salaries to specific government institutions,
 
a move described as a "direct and stubborn challenge" to the directives of the country's supreme monetary authority.

This escalation between the Central Bank and some banks raises serious questions about Iraq's compliance with international sanctions and the ability of its financial institutions to maintain monetary stability amid mounting political and economic pressures.
 
This situation also raises employees' concerns about   delayed salaries and the  potential for the crisis to expand  in the event of escalating sanctions or new US measures that could affect other accounts and banks.
 
While the Central Bank remains silent on these leaks, observers believe that Iraq is entering a critical phase in its engagement with the international financial system, particularly with the increasing reports of money being smuggled to banned entities and the involvement of some banks in suspicious financial transactions.
 
Will we soon witness an open confrontation between the Central Bank and the "rebellious" banks?
Will salaries be paid?
Or will US sanctions turn the tables on everyone?    https://mustaqila.com/مصدر-مصارف-عراقية-تتمرد-على-المركزي/   

Government Advisor: Iraq's Renaissance Depends On Transforming Oil Assets Into Productive Investments
 
Time: 2025/07/03 12:03:38 PM Read: 180 Times  {Economic: Al Furat News} The Prime Minister's Financial Advisor, Mazhar Mohammed Salih, emphasized that the country's renaissance lies in maximizing investment activity with strong impetus toward accelerated sustainable development.

He pointed out that  this is a strategic issue that can only be resolved through the country's economic resources in general, and specifically by transforming extracted oil assets into productive investment capital assets in vital economic sectors.
 
In a statement to Al Furat News, Salih emphasized that the government is engaged in  implementing its productive activities,  extending horizontally and vertically, through the implementation of strategic and service-oriented investment projects.
 
Challenges of Financing the Investment Budget and Opportunities for Improvement
 
The financial advisor explained that the operating budget imposes a spending restriction even in difficult circumstances,  when the country's oil revenues are severely reduced.

He emphasized that  financing the investment budget is the most affected in such circumstances. He added that the opportunity for improvement in oil revenues means that  the investment accelerator will operate at a high and accelerated pace to maximize GDP growth.

This is in light of the strict adherence to the government program, which has undertaken to implement the principle and vision of a "service government."
 
"Service government": Embodying the government's role in reconstruction
 
Saleh considered the principle of a "service government" to be an embodiment of the key role currently being played by the government across the country,  starting with the  implementation of the One Million Housing Unit Project and the  establishment of new cities, and ending with the school buildings project (one thousand schools), and the   construction of hospitals and various health facilities,
in a manner unprecedented in the reconstruction process in Iraq. 

He also pointed to the  development of infrastructure in the country's cities by advancing electricity, water, sanitation, and road projects without interruption and in an integrated manner. Saleh pointed out that the
 
Oil Investment Strategy and Its Role in Development
 
oil, gas, and other natural resource investment strategy is constantly evolving to feed and supplement the financial resources needed for the investment budget,   which aims to develop investment activity linked to sustainable development and economic prosperity.
 
Reconstruction Driven by Oil Revenues
 
The financial advisor concluded his statement by emphasizing that reconstruction is now financed by oil revenues before being financed by external borrowing. He explained that the goal of oil revenues, when they rise, will be to develop productive assets in sectors that contribute to diversifying the national economy.

He stated that as oil prices rise and higher financial returns are achieved, they will be more aligned with the strength of the implementation of development projects outlined in the country's government program and plans, which drive most new projects, especially those anticipated years ago.
 
This comes in line with a careful and precise program that builds a development renaissance based on a strong investment push, through a development movement unprecedented in the country's history.
 
This momentum   will continue unabated in the coming months,  with a robust and expansive urban evelopment map,     supported by the high level of stability  the country is witnessing in all economic, political, and security fields.  
  
https://alforatnews.iq/news/مستشار-حكومي-نهضة-العراق-مرهونة-بتحويل-الأصول-النفطية-إلى-استثمارات-منتجة 

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India Explains the Main Agenda for BRICS 2025 Summit

India becomes the first BRICS nation to publicly outline the summit's goals—signaling a coordinated push toward a multipolar world order and Global South leadership.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is on a five-nation diplomatic tour ahead of the 17th BRICS Summit, set to take place in Rio de Janeiro on July 6–7, 2025. His final destination: Brazil, where leaders from the BRICS alliance will gather to discuss a new financial and geopolitical future.

For the first time, one of the founding BRICS nations has offered a public glimpse into the summit’s agenda, revealing a bold push toward a balanced multipolar world order—a system designed to reduce dependence on U.S. and Western financial structures.

“As a founding member, India is committed to BRICS as a vital platform for cooperation among emerging economies. Together, we strive for a more peaceful, equitable, just, democratic, and balanced multipolar world order,” said Modi in an official statement.

BRICS 2025: India’s Roadmap for a New Financial Era

India confirmed that key topics on the summit agenda will include:

• Reducing reliance on Western financial systems

• Increasing cooperation among developing economies

• Establishing a more democratic, accountable world order

• Strengthening the voice and financial power of the Global South

The announcement comes at a time when BRICS nations are expanding their roles in global finance, exploring non-dollar trade settlements, and advocating for institutional reform at the IMF, World Bank, and UN.

“The visit will provide an opportunity to strengthen our close partnership with Brazil, and work with my friend, President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, on advancing the priorities of the Global South,” Modi added.

A Multipolar Vision Gains Momentum

While India emphasized that BRICS is not inherently anti-U.S., the bloc seeks to build an alternative financial system that amplifies the sovereignty of member states. The alliance has made clear that it views financial diversification and mutual development as the cornerstone of global stability.

India’s rare move to disclose the summit’s main agenda underscores its leadership ambitions within BRICS and reflects the bloc’s growing desire for transparency and direction.

The summit in Rio is expected to draw global attention as BRICS continues to challenge the unipolar dominance of the West with its expanding influence, economic cooperation, and commitment to reshaping global governance.

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How Trump & Bessent Are 'Re-monetizing Assets On US Balance Sheet'

How Trump & Bessent Are 'Re-monetizing Assets On US Balance Sheet'

Arcadia Economics: Tom Luongo:  7-2-2025

Back in February, Donald Trump and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent hosted a meeting, where Bessent said that over the next 12 months, they would be monetizing the assets on the US balance sheet for the good of the Anmerican people.

Well that was 5 months ago, and we've seen a lot of activity since then. So what did he mean, and what are they actually doing behind the scenes right now.

The world of economics and finance is often a realm of complex terminology and behind-the-scenes maneuvers. Every so often, a statement emerges that captures attention, hinting at a potential paradigm shift. One such declaration came earlier this year, setting the stage for an intriguing discussion now being unpacked by financial commentators.

According to an interview featuring Tom Luongo on Arcadia Economics with Chris Marcus, a significant meeting took place back in February involving former President Donald Trump and Scott Bessent, a name frequently mentioned as a potential future US Secretary of the Treasury in a new administration.

It was during this meeting that Bessent reportedly stated a bold intention: over the next 12 months, they would be “monetizing the assets on the US balance sheet for the good of the American people.”

Five months have passed since that pronouncement, and indeed, many observers point to a flurry of activity and evolving dynamics in the financial landscape. This raises crucial questions: What exactly did Bessent mean by “monetizing assets”? And what, if anything, are we seeing or can we infer about these potential actions behind the scenes?

At its core, “monetizing assets” means converting non-cash assets into cash, or otherwise making them available for current use.

For a national balance sheet, this could imply a range of strategies, from selling off government-owned properties or enterprises, to securitizing future revenue streams, or even leveraging less conventional financial tools against strategic national holdings. The phrase “re-monetizing” suggests a return to a prior state or a new approach to unlocking value from existing national wealth.

The critical distinction here is the stated purpose: “for the good of the American people.” This implies that any such monetization efforts would not merely be about debt reduction (though that could be a benefit), but potentially about funding new infrastructure, reducing taxes, stabilizing inflation, or generating new economic opportunities.

The notion that a future administration would actively seek to “re-monetize” the US balance sheet suggests a potential departure from traditional fiscal policy, where the focus is often on taxation, spending, and debt issuance. It points instead to a more active management of the nation’s underlying wealth.

This concept, as discussed by Luongo and Marcus, suggests a bold and potentially transformative financial strategy. Should such a plan come to fruition under a new Trump administrationn, it could have profound implications for the US economy, the value of the dollar, and the global financial system.

 It would signal an aggressive attempt to unlock latent value, potentially injecting liquidity and resources directly into the economy without solely relying on borrowing or taxation.

For a deeper dive into what this “re-monetization” might entail, what assets could be in play, and the potential implications, the full interview with Tom Luongo on Arcadia Economics provides further insights and context for those seeking to understand this potentially game-changing financial strategy.

The financial world, it seems, is bracing for an unconventional approach to managing the nation’s wealth.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4qS_5q1xMSc

Iraq Economic News and Points To Ponder Thursday Morning 7-3-25

Government Media: All Official Institutions Adopt Electronic Payment.

Money and Business  Economy News – Baghdad   The Government Media Team announced on Tuesday that all official institutions are now using electronic means to collect and process payments. It also indicated that executive authorities are monitoring the adoption of electronic systems in government agencies.

Government media spokesman Haider Majeed said, "Numerous Cabinet decisions and Prime Ministerial directives have been issued to all government institutions, in coordination with the Ministry of Finance and the Central Bank of Iraq, to ​​adopt the electronic payment system in all government departments and institutions.

" He explained that "this matter is among the priorities of the government program and ministerial approach, and the government's efforts to enhance transparency and simplify procedures provided to citizens."

He added, "The adoption of this system is based on the government's vision to develop the financial transactions environment and reduce reliance on paper money.

This will contribute to combating corruption and reducing the chances of financial manipulation, as well as facilitating the collection of funds from citizens and other companies and institutions."

He pointed out that "the electronic payment process offers many advantages, most notably simplifying procedures and accelerating transaction completion by reducing the time required to complete payments, enabling payments anytime, anywhere, and enhancing financial transparency and accountability through the presence and organization of an electronic database and record for each payment transaction."

He explained that "this helps limit the manipulation of funds entering the state treasury, reduces the risks of dealing in cash, and reduces the need to carry and circulate paper money, which can lead to damage, loss, or theft."

He emphasized that "electronic payment supports financial inclusion by encouraging citizens to open bank accounts, strengthening their bank accounts, using modern banking tools, enhancing the efficiency of government collection, increasing collection rates, reducing waste or financial leakage, and controlling the tax collection process."

He pointed out that "the General Secretariat of the Council of Ministers, as the executive body of the government and the executive arm of the Council of Ministers, is closely monitoring the implementation of this approach with all ministries, institutions, and governorates, as well as the implementation of decisions issued by the government, in cooperation with relevant authorities, to ensure the success of the implementation and the achievement of the desired objectives, which will positively impact the level of services provided to citizens."

He continued, "The government directives include all official institutions, all of which are currently working electronically to collect and collect money from citizens.

" He pointed out that "the government directive was also directed to all private sector entities, including public clinics, doctors' clinics, pharmacies, markets, stores, fuel stations, and all other entities that operate in direct contact with citizens through sales operations."

He pointed out that "there has been widespread acceptance by citizens in the final stages, which has encouraged all private sector entities to use electronic points of sale." 757 views   https://economy-news.net/content.php?id=56863

Ashura Closes The Iraqi Stock Exchange On Sunday.

Banks   The Iraq Stock Exchange announced on Wednesday that it would suspend its activities for one day next Sunday, coinciding with the tenth day of Muharram.

The market stated in a statement that, "Based on the Cabinet's decision to declare an official one-day holiday on the occasion of the tenth of Muharram, market activities and trading sessions will be suspended for one day."

He added, "The holiday will start on Sunday, July 6, and trading sessions will resume on Monday."

It's worth noting that the Iraq Stock Exchange holds five trading sessions per week, from Sunday to Thursday, and lists 103 Iraqi joint-stock companies representing the banking, telecommunications, industry, agriculture, insurance, financial investment, tourism, hotels, and services sectors. 309 views   https://economy-news.net/content.php?id=56906

Iraq Is Ranked Fifth Among The Cheapest Arab Countries To Live In.

Economy | 02/07/2025  Mawazine News - Follow-up  Iraq ranked fifth among the cheapest countries to live in for the year 2025 according to the Numbeo website, which is concerned with the standard of living of countries around the world.

The website stated in a statistic reviewed by Mawazine News, that "Iraq came in fifth among the cheapest Arab countries in terms of the standard of living in terms of groceries, restaurants, rent, and local purchasing power."

It continued that "Libya came in first among the cheapest Arab countries to live in, followed by Egypt in second place, Syria in third place, Algeria in fourth place, Iraq in fifth place, Tunisia in sixth place, Morocco in seventh place, and Jordan in eighth place."

It indicated that "the most expensive Arab countries to live in for the year 2025 were the UAE, followed by Yemen, then Qatar and Bahrain."   https://www.mawazin.net/Details.aspx?jimare=263363

Oil Stabilizes Ahead Of OPEC+ Meeting To Decide August Production

Economy |  02/07/2025   Mawazine News - Follow-up:   Oil prices stabilized on Wednesday as markets awaited an upcoming OPEC+ meeting this week, which will set production levels for August.

Brent crude rose slightly by one cent to $67.12 a barrel at 01:24 GMT, while US West Texas Intermediate crude fell by five cents to $65.40 a barrel.

The market is already seeing a clear impact from previous increases, with Saudi Arabia, the world's largest oil exporter, increasing its exports in June by 450,000 barrels per day compared to May, according to data from Kpler, recording the highest level in more than a year.

In the United States, crude oil inventories rose by 680,000 barrels last week, according to sources citing data from the American Petroleum Institute, while official figures from the Energy Information Administration are expected later today.   https://www.mawazin.net/Details.aspx?jimare=263352

Three Airports To Open Soon In Iraq

Local  The Ministry of Transport confirmed, on Wednesday, that it is heading to open three main airports during the current year, while indicating that the development process of Baghdad International Airport includes 26 projects.

The spokesman for the Ministry of Transport, Maitham Al-Safi, told the official agency, followed by Al-Eqtisad News, that "the services government has developed important strategic plans to develop the civil aviation sector, and there were many plans that contribute to the development of this sector, including the construction of airports."

He added, "The current year will witness the opening of three main airports: Mosul, which will open soon, as well as Karbala and Nasiriyah international airports."

He continued, "The process of constructing the new airports coincided with the implementation of rehabilitation work at Baghdad International Airport through 26 projects, which achieved significant development in its infrastructure."  143 views   https://economy-news.net/content.php?id=56919

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US and EU Talks Signal Acceleration Toward Global Crypto Policy Alignment

BRUSSELS – July 1, 2025 – In a major signal of growing transatlantic alignment, U.S. and European Union financial regulators have intensified coordination on digital asset policies, including stablecoins, crypto oversight, and central bank digital currencies (CBDCs). The announcement follows high-level discussions at the EU-U.S. Joint Financial Regulatory Forum, held June 24–25 in Brussels.

The talks, co-chaired by the U.S. Department of the Treasury and the European Commission, reflect a shared urgency to harmonize crypto regulation across jurisdictions amid the accelerating global adoption of digital finance.

Regulatory Convergence Gains Momentum

The U.S. Treasury noted that the meeting placed digital finance at the forefront, with regulators exchanging updates on key crypto priorities:

• The EU shared progress on the rollout of its Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) Regulation.

• Updates were provided on the development of the Digital Euro.

• The Financial Stability Board’s work on crypto risks and stablecoin oversight was also discussed.

• U.S. officials gave an update on SEC enforcement, crypto asset policy, and cybersecurity initiatives.

“Participants continued their exchange of views on digital finance matters,” the Treasury stated, highlighting a shared recognition of the need for coordinated oversight of the crypto sector.

Global Push for Secure Cross-Border Payment Systems

The Forum also emphasized the G20 Roadmap for Enhancing Cross-Border Payments, a key international effort to improve speed, cost, transparency, and accessibility of global financial transfers. EU regulators shared updates on the Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA), while U.S. officials focused on infrastructure security and digital resilience.

The two sides appear to be converging on a cohesive framework that could guide the future of crypto regulation globally.

Balancing Innovation and Systemic Risk

Despite persistent skepticism over crypto volatility and regulatory loopholes, regulators from both continents acknowledged that greater policy coordination could enhance stability while avoiding regulatory arbitrage. Industry advocates continue to call for clear, interoperable rules that support innovation without undermining financial safeguards.

“This is a defining moment,” said a senior digital finance analyst. “We’re watching the foundations of a global crypto framework being laid brick by brick.”

As regulatory talks between the U.S. and EU deepen, the path toward mainstream crypto integration becomes clearer, signaling a potential standardization of global digital asset rules in the years ahead.

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Ripple Boosts RLUSD Adoption With Embedded Finance and Payment Features

LONDON – July 2, 2025 – In a bold push to expand the real-world adoption of its enterprise-grade stablecoin, Ripple has partnered with financial infrastructure provider Openpayd to enable embedded finance and seamless fiat-to-stablecoin transactions through a unified global platform.

The move enhances Ripple USD (RLUSD) as a powerful bridge between blockchain-native payments and traditional fiat banking—paving the way for broader enterprise usage in cross-border payments and treasury management.

Ripple and Openpayd Launch Unified Fiat + Stablecoin Solution

Under the new partnership, Openpayd will embed its fiat infrastructure—including multi-currency accounts, virtual IBANs, and real-time payment rails—directly into Ripple Payments, Ripple’s flagship cross-border payment network spanning over 90 payout markets globally.

"Businesses will be able to seamlessly convert between fiat and RLUSD," Openpayd confirmed, "accessing embedded accounts, trading, and payment features through a single API."

One of the most important additions: direct minting and burning capabilities for RLUSD, allowing enterprises to scale their stablecoin use while remaining compliant and efficient.

Stablecoin Liquidity Meets Enterprise Needs

The integration makes it significantly easier for businesses to:

• Embed stablecoin functionality within their financial operations

• Send and receive EUR and GBP through Ripple’s global payment rails

• Streamline access to U.S. dollar liquidity using RLUSD

This builds on RLUSD’s core positioning as a trusted, compliant, USD-pegged stablecoin designed for high-volume enterprise use cases.

Jack McDonald, Ripple’s SVP of Stablecoins, emphasized the importance of cross-network utility:
“The future of global finance depends on seamless interoperability between traditional infrastructure and digital assets.”

Toward Scalable, Real-World Adoption

The collaboration comes at a time of mounting demand for real-time, stable, and globally interoperable financial infrastructure—especially as enterprises seek to modernize their treasury systems and cut the cost and friction of legacy banking networks.

“This is how we accelerate real-world adoption of stablecoins at scale,” said McDonald, highlighting Ripple’s long-term vision for RLUSD.

As Ripple continues to embed digital assets into traditional payment systems, this partnership offers a compelling blueprint for stablecoin-enabled embedded finance across both crypto and fiat worlds.

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“Tidbits From TNT” Thursday Morning 7-3-2025

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Tishwash:  The Iraq Stock Exchange is closed on Sunday, coinciding with the tenth of Muharram.

The Iraq Stock Exchange announced on Wednesday that it would suspend its activities for one day next Sunday, coinciding with the tenth day of Muharram.

The market stated in a statement received by Shafaq News Agency, "Based on the Cabinet's decision to declare an official holiday for one day on the occasion of the tenth of Muharram, market activities and trading sessions will be suspended for one day."

He added, "The holiday will start on Sunday, July 6, and trading sessions will resume on Monday."

It's worth noting that the Iraq Stock Exchange holds five trading sessions per week, from Sunday to Thursday, and lists 103 Iraqi joint-stock companies representing the banking, telecommunications, industry, agriculture, insurance, financial investment, tourism, hotels, and services sectors.

Sunday, July 6, 2025, is an official holiday for all ministries and government institutions, coinciding with the tenth day of Muharram, the anniversary of the killing of Imam Hussein ibn Ali, the grandson of the Prophet Muhammad and his daughter Fatima al-Zahra, according to the Iraqi official holiday calendar.

The Cabinet Affairs and Committees Department at the General Secretariat of the Cabinet clarified in a statement yesterday, Tuesday, that the holiday came based on the provisions of Article (1/First/C) of the Official Holidays Law (12 of 2024).

Shia Muslims commemorate the martyrdom of Imam Hussein, his family, and his companions in the Battle of Karbala at the hands of the army of the Umayyad Caliph Yazid ibn Muawiyah in the year 61 AH (680 AD). The commemoration continues until the Arbaeen pilgrimage, forty days after the Day of Ashura.   link

Tishwash:  The Central Bank of Iraq announces a decrease in domestic debt.

 The Central Bank of Iraq announced today, Thursday, a slight decrease in domestic public debt by the end of April 2025.

The bank stated in an official statistic that "Iraq's domestic public debt fell at the end of April of this year to 85 trillion and 503 billion Iraqi dinars, down from 85 trillion and 536 billion dinars in March."

The bank added that "the decline was a result of repayments of loans to financial institutions, which reached $19 trillion and 119 billion, down from $19 trillion and 152 billion."

He pointed out that "the remaining debts are owed by the Ministry of Finance, amounting to 756 billion dinars, and treasury transfer debts at the Central Bank and commercial banks, amounting to 51 trillion and 30 billion dinars, in addition to treasury transfers on behalf of the Ministry of Finance amounting to 2 trillion and 30 billion dinars, and national term debts due to farmers amounting to 12 trillion and 568 billion dollars."  link

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Tishwash:  The financial inclusion rate in Iraq exceeded 46%.

The Iraqi Private Banks Association noted the success of the basic requirements for implementing advanced standards in combating money laundering, based on the principle of knowing the customer and the sources of their funds.

In a press interview, Wadih Al-Handhal, head of the association, said, "The Central Bank of Iraq is moving forward in implementing compliance standards and enhancing financial inclusion in the banking sector. The Association of Banks also supports ongoing awareness-raising efforts on financial inclusion."

He added, "The Middle East and North Africa Financial Action Task Force (MENAFATF) has transformed Iraq from a grey zone to a monitoring zone, which is true evidence that Iraq has made significant progress in enhancing financial inclusion and combating money laundering and terrorist financing."

He explained, "The need for legal legislation still exists, and we must move forward in the field of human cadres training to keep pace with the rapid digital and technological transformation in the world."

Regarding the financial inclusion rates achieved by Iraq, Al-Handhal pointed out that, “according to international standards, the current financial inclusion rate in Iraq has exceeded 46% compared to previous years, which is a very significant progress with which we seek to achieve a rate of 90-95% in cooperation with the Central Bank in the near future.

The Arab Monetary Fund is also very satisfied with this rate and is monitoring the growth of the banking sector. It considers that Iraq is implementing financial inclusion through a sound mechanism that has contributed to Iraq’s progress in ranking ahead of other countries.”  link

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Tishwash:  A phone call to refresh pockets: Al-Sudani calls Barzani, and an agreement is reached to release May salaries tomorrow.

 An informed source revealed, on Tuesday evening (July 1, 2025), that Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani will hold a phone call with the Prime Minister of the Kurdistan Regional Government, Masrour Barzani, within the next few hours, with the aim of putting the final touches on a financial agreement concerning the region's employees.

According to the source who told Baghdad Today, "The anticipated contact will culminate in an official understanding stipulating the release of May salaries for the region's employees, with the payments to be made tomorrow, after the Sudanese Prime Minister signs the decision directly."

He expected that "the financing will be done in the form of advances and financial transfers," based on Article (77) of the budget tables for the years 2023-2025.

This agreement is expected to help calm the tensions between Baghdad and Erbil and restore some confidence to the region's employees, who have long been awaiting payment.  link

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Iraq Economic News and Points To Ponder Wednesday Afternoon 7-2-25

Iraqis Await The US Federal Reserve's Interest Rate Decision.

2025/07/02 Reading: 90 times  {Economic: Al Furat News} Iraq is closely monitoring the US Federal Reserve's upcoming interest rate decision amid expectations it will have a direct impact on the currency market and local investments.

In this context, economic expert Salah Nouri told Furat News, "The dollar's decline as a result of inflation or interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve usually prompts investors and central banks to seek safe havens such as gold."

He added, "The Central Bank of Iraq is in a good position in terms of its investments in gold," noting that "the bank's balanced policy is to diversify investments between gold and the dollar."

Nouri explained that "this investment diversification aims to protect the Iraqi economy from global market fluctuations," adding that "Iraq is carefully awaiting the Federal Reserve's decision, given its repercussions for its financial stability."   LINK

Al-Nusairi: The Central Bank Is Making Fruitful Efforts In The First Half Of 2025 To Achieve The Comprehensive Banking Reform Project.

Banks   Economy News – Baghdad   Economic and banking advisor Samir Al-Nusairi affirmed on Wednesday that the Central Bank's measures and efforts during the first half of 2025 were fruitful in implementing the objectives of the comprehensive banking reform project, in cooperation with the government and international consulting and auditing firms, particularly Oliver & Wyman, and the goals and initiatives of its third strategy for 2024-2026.

Al-Nusairi spoke about the challenges facing the Iraqi economy and the opportunities for reforming the banking sector within the government's framework, as well as the prospects of the Central Bank's future vision for the role of the banking sector in sustainable development.

 He also spoke about the efforts currently being made to activate and revolutionize productive economic sectors other than oil, to diversify sources of national income and achieve financial sustainability, and the role of the Central Bank in regulating foreign trade financing.

Completing infrastructure projects to achieve comprehensive digital transformation and expanding the use of electronic payment tools to achieve financial inclusion.

Al-Nusairi explained that opportunities for reforming and developing the banking sector in 2025 are based on the following objectives:
First: Developing the Iraqi banking system and its compliance with international banking and accounting standards.

Second: Enhancing citizens' confidence in the banking sector locally, and internationally recognizing its transparency, progress, and strict commitment to international standards, and gaining the trust of reputable correspondent banks to deal with it.

Third: Transforming banks to their primary function, which is financing and bank lending for development. Strengthening financial inclusion and increasing its current rate as planned.
Fourth: Banks that do not provide loans and banking facilities that contribute to development, as they are the lever of sustainable development, lose their meaning as banks, which requires a specific position from the Central Bank in 2025.

Fifth: Strengthening procedures and decisions to transition from a cash economy to a digital economy and withdrawing funds outside the banking cycle and bringing them into the banking system.

He pointed out that all the above objectives, although the period specified for their implementation according to the banking reform project and the Central Bank strategy ranges between (1-4 years), what was achieved in 2023 and 2024 until 6/30/2025 constitutes ambitious percentages as announced, which led to the evaluation and classification of banks based on their achievement of the planned objectives.

There are banks moving towards the required development and banks that still need an additional period of time to achieve the objectives, and there are troubled banks that are now making exceptional efforts from the Central Bank and the administrations of these banks to rehabilitate them. 881 views    https://economy-news.net/content.php?id=56859

The Association Of Private Banks To Nina: Iraq Has Made Significant Progress In Promoting Financial Inclusion...And These Are The Requirements For The Success Of International Standards.

Wednesday, July 2, 2025, | Economic Number of reads: 109  Baghdad / NINA / The Iraqi Private Banks Association confirmed: "Iraq has achieved significant progress in financial inclusion thanks to the Central Bank's commitment to implementing international standards."

The head of the association, Wadih Al-Handhal, said in a statement to the National Iraqi News Agency ( NINA ), that "the Central Bank of Iraq is moving forward in implementing compliance standards and enhancing financial inclusion in the banking sector, and the Banks Association also supports raising awareness of financial inclusion."

He explained that "the success of the basic requirements for implementing these standards and achieving advanced levels in combating money laundering depend on training specialized and qualified staff to use information and databases, based on the principle of knowing the customer and the sources of his funds."

He added: "The Middle East and North Africa Financial Action Task Force (MENAFATF) has transformed Iraq from a gray zone to a monitoring area, and this is true evidence that Iraq has achieved significant progress in enhancing financial inclusion and combating money laundering and terrorist financing," noting that "the need for legal legislation still exists, and we must move forward in training human cadres to keep pace with the rapid digital and technological transformation in the world."

Regarding the financial inclusion rates achieved by Iraq, Al-Handhal explained that, “according to international standards, the current financial inclusion rate in Iraq has exceeded 46% compared to previous years, which is a very significant progress with which we seek to achieve a rate of 90-95% in cooperation with the Central Bank in the near future.

The Arab Monetary Fund is also very satisfied with this rate and is following the growth of the banking sector. It considers Iraq to be implementing financial inclusion through a sound mechanism that has contributed to Iraq’s progress in ranking ahead of other countries.”/End   https://ninanews.com/Website/News/Details?key=1238746

Net Foreign Investment In Iraq Declines In 2024 And The First Quarter Of 2025.

Money and Business  Economy News – Baghdad  Data released by the Central Bank of Iraq showed that net foreign investment in Iraq recorded a deficit of $8 billion in 2024, due to net foreign investment outflows of $7.6 billion, in addition to Iraqi investments abroad amounting to $400 million.

For the first quarter of 2025, data indicates a continued negative trend, with net outward foreign investment from Iraq exceeding $1.1 billion. This figure is broken down into:

- Net outward foreign investment of $1 billion.
- Iraqi outward investments of $133 million, registering a 21% increase compared to the last quarter of 2024.

Despite a 36% decline in net outward foreign investment, the index remains in negative territory, according to Al-Abidi. This means that investments continue to leave Iraq rather than flow into it, reflecting the ongoing challenges facing the local investment environment.

Foreign direct investment—both inward and outward—plays a vital role in Iraq's balance of payments. Along with oil sales, it represents one of the primary sources of foreign currency. The higher the investment flows, the less pressure there will be on the local market's demand for dollars and other foreign currencies.

It's worth noting that the Iraqi government had previously announced attracting $63 billion in foreign investment over the past two years, but these figures were not actually reflected in the balance of payments data.

This is likely because these projects have not yet been completed or have not entered into actual financial implementation, meaning their monetary impact on the banking and financial system has been absent.  441 views  https://economy-news.net/content.php?id=56899

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Historical Crashes and Resets by Miles Harris

The Crash that Crafted Modern Finance

Miles Harris:  6-18-2025

Of course, the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, also known as Florence Cathedral or the Duomo, was constructed between 1296 and 1436.

Completed after the setting of this video and during Medici financed "renaissance." The imagery was important in setting the subject location in the thumbnail!

Regarding the loans to Edward III: Bell et al. in “Credit Finance in the Middle Ages: Loans to the English Crown 1272–1345” found that: “[Edward] did owe them [Bardi and Peruzzi] huge sums of money. But the true picture is more nuanced. First, when Edward issued a ‘stop’ on assigned payments from the Exchequer in May 1339, he specifically excluded those to the Bardi and Peruzzi.

Second, Edward never formally repudiated his debts and, even after the Bardi and Peruzzi had ceased to make significant advances to him, he continued to assign them sizeable repayments.

Between 1345 and 1348, after the Bardi had been dissolved, Edward paid over £23,000 to their representatives and he and his grandson Richard II continued to make occasional payments until the remaining debt was forgiven in 1391.

Third, the Bardi and Peruzzi had raised large sums of money from depositors in England, and both Edward and Richard protected them from legal proceedings brought by their English creditors.

The English kings seemed to have tried in good faith to repay the Florentine merchants, even at the expense of their own subjects.”

00:00 Intro

00:36 Florence's Financial Empire

 01:27 Sovereign Lending

02:19 Collapse

03:14 Fallout

04:00 Modern Parallels

04:30 Florence Rebuilds

 05:44 Key to Survival

06:04 Tangible Assets

07:04 A Crash that Crafted the Future

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zFhsw6GzBCA

The Great Taking of 1350 & The Black Death

Miles Harris:  June 25, 2025

The Black Death (1347–1351) was a demographic catastrophe—but for Europe’s elites, it was also a windfall.

As half the population perished, immense wealth was left behind—unclaimed, contested, or vulnerable.

Rather than disappearing, this wealth was redirected upward. Across cities like Florence and Venice, mass death became elite opportunity. Merchant families, religious institutions, and even medical authorities seized the chance to rewrite rules, bypass wills, and capture estates.

What followed wasn’t just tragedy—it was consolidation. The plague triggered a great taking.

 00:00 Intro

00:54 Legalized Looting

 02:15 The Cloaked Hand

 03:20 Medicine or Mechanism?

05:13 Echoes Across Europe

 06:16 The Peasantry that Thrived

08:10 From Death to Dynasty

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OWxDlh8rTPo

The Great Reset of 1351: Plague, Profit & the Rise of Oligarchic Capitalism

Miles Harris:  7-2-2024

The Black Death of the mid-14th century was not only a demographic catastrophe but a socio-economic turning point.

While some historians argue it led to better living conditions and a more mobile workforce, a closer examination reveals a darker trajectory: one that laid the groundwork for oligarchic capitalism through land consolidation, coercive labor laws, and expanding bureaucratic power.

This is the third video in a miniseries which chronicles the years from the financial crisis in the 1340s, to the Great Taking, to the Great Reset of 1351.

00:00 Intro

 00:43 Labour Scarcity meets Legal Constraint

 01:54 Land, Credit & Consolidation

02:59 Enclosure & Monetization of Survival

05:52 The Rise of Bureaucratic Power

06:50 Cultural Alignments

07:42 Conclusion

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bE9byqrAuZM&t=30s

Seeds of Wisdom RV and Economic Updates Wednesday Afternoon 7-2-25

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China Increases Quota for Foreign Investments Ahead of BRICS 2025 Summit

BEIJING – July 2025 – In a strategic economic maneuver ahead of the 17th BRICS Summit in Brazil, China has raised its foreign investment quota by $3.1 billion, signaling confidence in its domestic markets and leveraging global economic shifts to strengthen its position within the BRICS alliance.

According to the State Administration of Foreign Exchange (SAFE), the quota for Qualified Domestic Institutional Investors (QDII) has been increased from $167.8 billion to $170.9 billion, effective July 1, 2025. This move comes amid a surge of institutional capital inflows and a significant drop in the U.S. dollar’s strength.

USD Weakness Drives Global Capital Toward China

China’s quota expansion is seen as a response to growing foreign interest in Chinese assets, fueled by the U.S. dollar index (DXY) falling to its lowest level in three years. The dollar has depreciated by 10.5% year-to-date, weakening demand for traditional U.S.-based financial instruments like Treasuries and bonds.

“China is capitalizing on a historic drop in the dollar’s dominance by opening the gates to more global capital,” noted a market analyst. “This quota hike sends a signal that Beijing is prepared to lead economically within BRICS.”

Even Chinese retail investors have pivoted away from U.S. stocks in 2025, favoring regional investments instead. Capital inflows from mainland China into the Hong Kong stock exchange have reached $93 billion so far this year.

Hang Seng Index Sees 23% Surge in 2025

China's increased openness to foreign capital is bolstering the Hang Seng Index, which has already jumped 23% year-to-date. Bullish investor sentiment continues to mount, positioning China’s stock market as one of the most attractive destinations for global investors in 2025.

The quota increase is widely seen as a calculated move to secure leverage at the BRICS 2025 Summit, scheduled for July 6–7 in Rio de Janeiro. As the bloc increasingly explores de-dollarization strategies and alternative trade alliances, China’s robust financial posture could prove pivotal in shaping the summit’s economic agenda.

Strategic Timing for Global Economic Influence

By expanding the QDII quota just a week before the BRICS summit, China is strengthening its influence within the alliance and paving the way for new trade deals and partnerships. The move also enhances China’s image as a resilient, investment-friendly economy, especially amid shifting global monetary dynamics.

“China’s calculated adjustment to foreign investment policy could help it emerge as the key economic force within BRICS,” said an international finance observer.

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Source: Watcher Guru

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SEC Approves First Spot ETF with XRP Exposure

WASHINGTON, D.C. – July 2, 2025 – In a landmark regulatory move, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has officially approved the first spot Exchange-Traded Fund (ETF) with direct exposure to XRP, the native digital asset of the Ripple network.

This decision marks a historic moment for both XRP and the broader crypto industry, opening the doors for institutional and retail investors to gain regulated exposure to XRP through traditional financial markets.

XRP Enters the ETF Era

The ETF approval is the first of its kind to offer direct access to XRP’s market performance via a spot trading product—rather than futures contracts or synthetic exposure. This regulatory greenlight signals growing confidence among U.S. regulators in digital assets as viable components of diversified investment portfolios.

“This is a pivotal step for the institutional adoption of XRP,” noted a digital asset strategist. “It brings credibility and accessibility to an asset that has long battled regulatory uncertainty.”

Mainstream Finance Embraces XRP

The move follows a wave of crypto-related ETF approvals earlier this year for Bitcoin and Ethereum. However, XRP’s inclusion in this regulatory trend is especially significant, given its history of legal battles with the SEC—a lawsuit that was partially resolved in Ripple’s favor in 2023.

Now, with a spot ETF on the table, XRP is positioned to gain broader exposure among wealth managers, hedge funds, and pension portfolios seeking compliant crypto investments.

The market implications could be substantial, as ETF inflows often act as a tailwind for underlying assets by increasing demand and liquidity.

Momentum Toward Crypto Market Maturity

The XRP ETF approval highlights the SEC’s evolving stance on digital assets, suggesting further regulatory clarity and market maturity are on the horizon. As traditional finance increasingly converges with blockchain-based assets, products like the XRP spot ETF help bridge the gap between legacy finance and Web3 innovation.

“We’re witnessing the normalization of crypto within the financial system,” said a fintech policy analyst. “XRP’s ETF listing is not just a win for Ripple—it’s a milestone for the entire asset class.”

The ETF is expected to begin trading in the coming weeks, with more details forthcoming regarding its issuer, custodial arrangements, and ticker symbol.

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Source: KuCoin News

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Monetary Reset is 'Already Here' as GOLD Reserves EXPLODE Globally

Monetary Reset is 'Already Here' as GOLD Reserves EXPLODE Globally

VRIC Media:  7-1-2025

Mario Innecco and Taylor Kenney are seeing signs that a global monetary reset involving gold isn't some distant event on the horizon, but rather is already unfolding, as central banks continue to accumulate the metal at a breakneck speed, and the US dollar plunges into oblivion.

The duo discuss why we might need to see massive pain as the fiat experiment collapses, before we can come out on the other side with renewed hope in the form of a sound money economy.

A significant shift is underway in the global monetary landscape, with central banks around the world accumulating gold reserves at an unprecedented rate.

According to Mario Innecco and Taylor Kenney, who recently joined VRIC Media for a discussion, this trend is not just a sign of a potential future event, but rather a indication that a global monetary reset is already in progress.

The accumulation of gold reserves by central banks is a notable development, as it suggests a growing loss of confidence in fiat currencies, particularly the US dollar. As the value of the dollar continues to decline, central banks are seeking to diversify their reserves and hedge against potential economic instability.

Gold, with its historical reputation as a store of value and a safe-haven asset, is becoming an increasingly attractive option.

Innecco and Kenney argue that the current fiat currency system is unsustainable and that a collapse is inevitable. They believe that the massive accumulation of debt and the unchecked printing of money have created a fragile economic environment that is ripe for a reset.

The question is not if, but when, the system will collapse, and what will replace it.

The duo suggests that the transition to a new monetary system, one that is based on sound money and backed by gold, will not be without pain.

The collapse of the fiat experiment will likely be accompanied by significant economic disruption, including potential hyperinflation, currency devaluation, and widespread financial instability. However, they also believe that this pain is necessary for the global economy to reset and rebuild on a more stable foundation.

The rise of gold reserves is just one sign of the shifting monetary landscape.

Other indicators, such as the growth of alternative currencies and the increasing popularity of gold-backed assets, also point to a growing desire for sound money and a move away from fiat currencies.

As the global economy navigates this transition, it is essential for investors and individuals to be aware of the potential risks and opportunities. Innecco and Kenney’s discussion with VRIC Media provides valuable insights into the current state of the global monetary system and the potential implications of a reset.

By watching the full video discussion, viewers can gain a deeper understanding of the factors driving this shift and how to position themselves for the future.

In conclusion, the explosion of gold reserves globally is a significant sign that a global monetary reset is already underway.

As the fiat currency system continues to show signs of strain, central banks and investors are turning to gold as a safe-haven asset and a store of value. While the transition to a new monetary system will likely be painful, it also presents an opportunity for the global economy to reset and rebuild on a more stable foundation.

By staying informed and adapting to the changing monetary landscape, individuals and investors can navigate this transition and emerge stronger on the other side.

00:00 Introduction

00:42 War in Middle East and Precious Metals

05:49 Weakness in US Dollar

 09:01 Gold and a Monetary Reset

14:19 Increased Central Bank Gold Buying

18:26 When is it Time to Sell Gold?

23:04 Collapse of the Fiat Experiment

27:45 Recent Price Action in Silver

31:11 Silver Buying in the West

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hmHKs3mxRNY