Seeds of Wisdom RV and Economics Updates Thursday Morning 12-04-25

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Global Debt Squeeze Hits 50-Year High — Developing Nations Signal the Coming Reset
Rising outflows expose structural fractures in global finance as emerging economies face historic pressure.

Overview

• Developing nations have recorded the highest external-debt outflows in five decades, marking a new stress point in the global credit system.

• Capital is leaving emerging markets faster than it is arriving, tightening liquidity and increasing sovereign-default risk.

• International agencies warn that high interest burdens and reduced refinancing options are pushing trade, growth, and financial stability toward a breaking point.

Key Developments

• Record Debt Outflows: Developing countries paid more in principal and interest this year than in any period in the last 50 years, signaling severe strain on the global financing structure.

• Trade at Risk: New warnings highlight that global finance conditions are now directly threatening trade flows, with the sharpest impact on lower-income and emerging economies.

• Systemic Vulnerability: Rising external-debt repayments coincide with elevated global interest rates, a strong dollar, and shrinking access to affordable credit — reinforcing longstanding calls for a restructuring of international financial systems.

• Pressure for Alternatives: The widening gap between capital needs and available financing is accelerating discussions about alternative payment rails, new reserve structures, regional financing blocs, and mechanisms like BRICS settlement systems.

Why It Matters

This credit squeeze underscores how legacy global financing frameworks are failing under modern pressures, leaving developing nations exposed. As outflows rise and refinancing windows close, the fault lines in the global system become more visible, strengthening the narrative that a structural reset — in currency mechanics, payments infrastructure, and sovereign-debt architecture — is no longer theoretical but necessary.

Implications for the Global Reset

Pillar 1 — Sovereign Debt Rebalancing
High external-debt outflows heighten default risk and increase global momentum toward renegotiated terms, new lenders, and alternative financing blocs.

Pillar 2 — Trade & Currency Realignment
As trade is threatened and dollar-denominated debt becomes more burdensome, emerging economies increase efforts to diversify settlement currencies and reduce dependency on traditional Western credit channels.

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

Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News™ Exclusive

Sources

• Thailand Business News – “World Bank Highlights Record Debt Outflows from Developing Countries, Marking a 50-Year High”

• UNCTAD – “Finance Can Put Trade at Risk, Leaving the Global Economy on the Brink — Developing Countries Hardest Hit”

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U.S. Threatens Military Strikes Over Drug Flows — A Geopolitical Shift With Global Reset Implications
Escalating rhetoric from Washington signals widening security doctrine and potential fractures in regional alliances.

Overview

• President Donald Trump warned that any country trafficking illegal drugs into the U.S. “could be attacked,” expanding the scope of potential U.S. military action.

• The statement follows months of U.S. missile strikes on alleged drug-trafficking vessels, heightening tensions in the Caribbean and the Pacific.

• Colombia and Venezuela are at the center of the dispute, with Colombian President Gustavo Petro publicly rejecting Washington’s threats as violations of sovereignty.

Key Developments

• Expanded Strike Doctrine: Trump stated during a White House cabinet meeting that the U.S. may attack any country tied to drug trafficking, widening national-security criteria beyond traditional counter-narcotics policy.

• Rising Regional Tensions: U.S. missile strikes on maritime drug-trafficking vessels have already resulted in dozens of deaths, intensifying pressure on Venezuela, which Washington accuses of supporting cocaine flows.

• Colombia Pushes Back: President Petro responded sharply, noting Colombia dismantles a drug lab every 40 minutes “without missiles,” and warned the U.S. not to threaten its sovereignty.

• Diplomatic Fallout Risk: The shift toward unilateral military action could undermine decades of U.S.–Latin America cooperation on drug enforcement and destabilize regional alliances.

• Broader Geopolitical Signal: Analysts warn that turning counter-narcotics into a justification for military intervention could blur lines between law-enforcement, sovereignty, and national-security doctrine.

Why It Matters

The rhetoric reflects a growing departure from multilateral frameworks toward unilateral enforcement, raising the risk of geopolitical fragmentation. As major powers adopt more aggressive postures, regional instability, trade disruptions, and currency volatility become more likely—all of which feed into broader global-reset dynamics, where security fractures increasingly shape financial architecture and international alignments.

Implications for the Global Reset

Pillar 1 — Geopolitical Realignment
Heightened threats of military action weaken regional trust, push Latin American nations to diversify security partners, and accelerate movement toward non-U.S. financial and diplomatic blocs.

Pillar 2 — Trade & Financial Stability
Military escalation risks disrupting key shipping lanes and commodity flows, increasing the financial vulnerability of emerging economies already under pressure from debt burdens and dollar-denominated trade.

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

Seeds of Wisdom Team
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Sources

• Reuters – “Trump Warns Countries Trafficking Drugs Into U.S. ‘Could Be Attacked’”

• Modern Diplomacy – “Trump Threatens Strikes on Drug-Trafficking Nations, Prompting Colombian Pushback”

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MilitiaMan and Crew: IQD News Update-Financial Integration-Exchange Rate-No Zeros

MilitiaMan and Crew: IQD News Update-Financial Integration-Exchange Rate-No Zeros

12-3-2025

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

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Seeds of Wisdom RV and Economics Updates Wednesday Evening 12-03-25

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Trump Signs Taiwan Law, Strengthening U.S.–Taiwan Engagement and Raising Tensions With Beijing

New U.S. legislation mandates regular updates to Taiwan engagement guidelines, reinforcing ties amid Chinese pushback.

Overview

• President Donald Trump signed the Taiwan Assurance Implementation Act, requiring the U.S. State Department to review and update official interaction guidelines with Taiwan at least once every five years.

• The law builds on the 2021 removal of longstanding restrictions on U.S.–Taiwan contacts, originally imposed after Washington shifted diplomatic recognition to Beijing in 1979.

• Taiwan gains renewed political assurance, while China interprets the move as a direct challenge to its sovereignty claims.

Key Developments

• Regularized U.S.–Taiwan engagement: The legislation formalizes a recurring review process, allowing U.S. agencies greater flexibility in their interactions with Taiwanese officials.

• Strategic timing: The law arrives just months after Trump’s meeting with Xi Jinping and ahead of his planned visit to China in April — raising diplomatic stakes.

• China’s response: Beijing has condemned the legislation, warning that Washington is crossing a “red line” by deepening official ties with Taipei.

• Regional implications: East Asian governments and global observers are monitoring the shift as it could affect stability in the Taiwan Strait, U.S.–China relations, and Indo-Pacific alignment.

Why It Matters

This move strengthens Taiwan’s international standing and underscores Washington’s commitment to Taipei at a time of intensifying geopolitical competition. By institutionalizing U.S.–Taiwan engagement, the legislation places additional strain on U.S.–China relations and heightens strategic volatility in the Indo-Pacific — a core region within the broader global realignment underway.

Implications for the Global Reset

Pillar: Diplomacy & Realignment

A more structured U.S.–Taiwan relationship amplifies pressure on China’s regional strategy, potentially influencing supply chains, semiconductor security, and Asian geopolitical blocs.

Pillar: Currency & Monetary Flows

Rising tensions between the U.S. and China could accelerate diversification away from U.S. and Chinese financial exposure, influencing capital flows, trade-financing arrangements, and de-risking strategies in the Indo-Pacific.

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

Seeds of Wisdom Team
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Sources

• Benzinga -- "Trump Signs Taiwan Assurance Implementation Act, Prompting Praise From Taipei, Objection From Beijing"

• Modern Diplomacy – “Trump Signs Taiwan Law, Boosting U.S.–Taiwan Ties, Provoking Beijing”

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BRICS Gold Purchases Surge to 870 Tonnes (2020–2025), Intensifying Pressure on the U.S. Dollar

Record central-bank buying across BRICS accelerates de-dollarization and reshapes global reserve strategy.

Overview

• BRICS central banks accumulated roughly 870 tonnes of gold between 2020 and 2025, marking one of the most aggressive reserve diversification waves in modern history.

• This surge in official-sector gold acquisition reflects a broader shift away from U.S. dollar dependence and toward hard-asset security.

• Global central banks have purchased over 1,000 tonnes annually for three consecutive years, establishing a structural price floor and signaling long-term changes in reserve management philosophy.

Key Developments

• China and India lead the accumulation: China added roughly 370 tonnes over the five-year period, including its largest one-year purchase in half a century in 2023. India added approximately 250 tonnes while expanding its total official reserves to around 880 tonnes.

• Russia and Brazil continue active buying: Russia added an estimated 225 tonnes despite reporting gaps, while Brazil accumulated 20 tonnes, including 15 tonnes in September 2025.

• Dollar share in global reserves continues to shrink: The U.S. dollar’s global reserve share has declined to roughly 58–60%, down from 70% twenty years ago.

• BRICS reduces dollar exposure in trade: Dollar use in BRICS trade fell from 85% in 2015 to about 59% in 2023 as national-currency settlement and gold accumulation accelerated.

• Central banks expect further gold expansion: Survey data shows 76% of central banks anticipate raising gold’s share of their reserves over the next five years, while 73% expect the dollar’s role to diminish further.

• Policy-driven accumulation reshapes markets: Poland’s central bank publicly committed to raising gold to 30% of its reserves and continues to scale purchases based on market conditions.

Why It Matters

Gold buying by BRICS and emerging markets is now structurally influencing the international monetary system. As geopolitical tensions rise and sanctions risk grows, nations are turning to gold to reduce reliance on dollar-denominated assets. The multi-year shift signals a deeper, systemic recalibration of global power centers, where hard assets are re-emerging as a strategic hedge against political and financial volatility.

Implications for the Global Reset

Pillar: Currency & Monetary Flows

Accelerated gold accumulation weakens traditional dollar-based reserve structures and supports the development of parallel financial systems, enabling states to transact and store value outside U.S. influence.

Pillar: Finance & Macro-Economy

Sustained central-bank buying reduces available global liquidity, elevates gold’s strategic importance, and alters inflation-hedging behavior across major markets. These dynamics reinforce a long-term macro shift toward hard-asset security.

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

Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News™ Exclusive

Sources

• Watcher Guru – “BRICS Gold 2020–2025 Purchases Reach 870t, Pressuring US Dollar”

• Watcher Guru -- "BRICS Bank Gets $1B Lift From Indonesia, Fueling De-Dollarization"

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Iraq Economic News and Points To Ponder Wednesday Afternoon 12-2-25

Iraq Embarks On A New Partnership With The United Nations Immediately After The End Of UNAMI's Mission.

December 3, 2025   Washington – Morsi Abu Touq   Iraq is preparing to close one of the most prominent UN files, with the end of the UNAMI mission, opening the door to a new partnership phase with the United Nations based on development cooperation instead of political oversight.

Iraq’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations in New York, Ambassador Luqman Faily, stated in his address to the Security Council yesterday that “UNAMI was not merely a special political mission, but a dynamic, influential, and effective mission that was able to adapt and redirect its course to meet Iraq’s changing needs as it began to recover and transition to a self-reliant state.”

He added that “the mission’s activities have witnessed a remarkable shift in recent years, focusing on supporting government ministries in aligning national development goals with the UN’s 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.”

He emphasized that “cooperation between the two sides contributed to Iraq’s transition from crisis management to long-term development planning.”

He noted that “Baghdad looks with gratitude upon its history of cooperation with UNAMI and is proud of the successful partnership that has united the two parties, and that the end of the mission’s mandate represents the beginning of a new phase in the relationship through joint programs that support the path to sustainable development.”

Faily explained that “these programs are fully consistent with Iraq’s pursuit of expanding the frameworks of balanced international cooperation in line with its national priorities in administrative and economic reform and capacity building.”

He expressed Iraq’s aspiration for a new sectoral cooperation relationship with the United Nations based on a balanced partnership. (and mutual respect). For his part, the Special Representative of the Secretary-General of the United Nations in Iraq,

Mohammed Al-Hassan, during his briefing to the Security Council, suggested that the formation of the new Iraqi government would not be delayed, expressing his hope that the outstanding issues between the governments of Baghdad and Erbil would be resolved before the end of UNAMI’s mandate on December 31.

Al-Hassan confirmed that “this briefing is the last before the mission’s end,” stressing that “UNAMI’s departure does not mean the end of UN cooperation in Iraq, but rather the beginning of a new chapter.”

 He emphasized that “Iraq has triumphed over terrorism thanks to its people and international support, and has succeeded in holding transparent elections with a high voter turnout, and has shown a clear commitment to repatriating its citizens from Al-Hol camp.”

He added that he “expects the formation of the new government to be swift,” noting that “Iraq has overcome difficult circumstances on its path to stability.” He expressed his hope that “the outstanding issues between the central and regional governments will be resolved.”

 Al-Hassan expressed his “concern about attacks on vital facilities and installations, including the recent attack on the gas field in the Kurdistan Region,” calling for “the need to track down those responsible for the incident and bring them to justice.”

Al-Hassan congratulated “Iraq on its election as a member of the UN Human Rights Council,” adding that “this development reflects the international community’s confidence in Iraq’s political and human rights trajectory.”

Meanwhile, caretaker Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani emphasized his commitment, since assuming office, to building friendships that serve the country. In a post on the X platform yesterday, al-Sudani wrote, "Since taking on responsibility, I have been keen to build friendships that serve Iraq."

 He added, "I realized from the beginning that friendships, not enmity, are what guarantee our country's stability, growth, and prosperity." Earlier, US President Donald Trump had stated that since the destruction of Iranian nuclear facilities, Iraq has become a completely different country, and its relations with the United States have improved. LINK

General Authority Of Customs: Our Current Procedures Are Now In Line With International Standards

Baratha News Agency1682025-12-03   The General Authority of Customs confirmed on Wednesday that Iraq is implementing WCO and WTO standards and is moving towards active international membership, while indicating that current procedures have become in line with international specifications.

The director of the Customs Automation and Modernization Project, Muhammad Mazen, told the official agency that "the ASYCUDA program was established by the United Nations, and now we are open to all international organizations," noting that "the most important achievement of the program is that current procedures have become in line with the international specifications set by the World Customs Organization (WCO) and the World Trade Organization (WTO)."

He added that "Iraq is currently implementing all the required standards, and communication with those organizations has become direct," stressing that "work is underway to move towards Iraq becoming an active member of the World Customs Organization in the coming period."

Mazen also explained that "the documents issued by the ASYCUDA system are considered global standard documents, which paves the way for facilitating communication with international organizations and making procedures more streamlined during the next phase."   https://burathanews.com/arabic/economic/468509

US Deputy Secretary Of State To Barzani: Opening The Largest Consulate Means "Our Support For A Strong And Stable Kurdistan"
Baratha News Agency150 2025-12-03   The President of the Kurdistan Democratic Party, Masoud Barzani, met today, Wednesday, in Erbil with Michael Regas, the US Deputy Secretary of State.

A statement from the Democratic Party said that the US Deputy Secretary of State expressed his pleasure at visiting the Kurdistan Region and congratulated Barzani on the success of the parliamentary elections, as well as the victory achieved by the Democratic Party in the electoral process.

According to the statement, the American official also expressed "gratitude for Barzani's role and position in the progress of the Kurdistan Region, in confronting terrorism, and in protecting the stability and security of the region."

The US Deputy Secretary of State affirmed the continuation and expansion of bilateral relations between the United States and the Kurdistan Region in all areas, describing the opening of the largest US consulate in Erbil as an important step, stressing that the opening of the largest consulate in the Kurdistan Region is a clear message that the United States stands with a strong, stable, secure and prosperous Kurdistan Region.

He pointed out that "the security and stability of the region is important for the entire Middle East region, and that the United States supports the region in this regard."

The American official, in his remarks, strongly condemned the attack on the Kormor field, demanding an end to these acts of sabotage.

For his part, Barzani described the opening as "a historic day in relations between the United States and the Kurdistan Region with the opening of the largest American consulate in the region."

In another part of his speech, Barzani highlighted a history of persecution suffered by the people of Kurdistan at the hands of successive regimes in Iraq, explaining that “the opportunities that were made available to the people of Kurdistan during the uprising, and the role played by the United States and the Security Council in establishing a no-fly zone to protect Kurdistan, enabled the region to seize this opportunity and build a democratic process through elections, and the formation of the government, parliament and institutions of the Kurdistan Region.”

Barzani touched on the important role played by the United States in the war against ISIS terrorists, stressing that the Kurdistan Peshmerga forces made great sacrifices and a large number of martyrs in that war, but without the support of the United States, the losses would have been much greater.

Barzani praised the important role of the United States in the region, expressing the thanks and appreciation of the people of Kurdistan to the United States. He emphasized that the people of Kurdistan are a loyal people and feel grateful for the solidarity and support that America has provided them. He also expressed his support for strengthening and consolidating relations between the two sides in various fields.   https://burathanews.com/arabic/news/468516

Dollar Prices Fall As The Iraqi Stock Exchange Closes

Stock Exchange   The exchange rate of the US dollar against the Iraqi dinar fell in Baghdad and Erbil markets on Wednesday evening, coinciding with the close of trading.

In Baghdad, the selling price was 143,000 dinars per 100 US dollars,  while the buying price was 142,000 dinars per 100 US dollars.

In Erbil,  the selling price was 141,650 dinars per 100 US dollars, and  the buying price was 141,550 dinars per 100 US dollars.   https://economy-news.net/content.php?id=63007

Basra Crude Falls Amid Global Decline In Oil Prices

Economy |  03/12/2025   Mawazin News - Baghdad:  Basra crude oil prices, both heavy and medium, fell on Tuesday, mirroring the decline in global oil prices.

Basra Heavy crude dropped 48 cents, or 0.79%, to $60.29, while Basra Medium crude fell 48 cents, or 0.77%, to $62.40.
Oil prices continued their decline in early trading on Wednesday due to weak demand and ample supply, as investors awaited the outcome of US-Russian peace talks aimed at ending the conflict between Ukraine and Russia.
https://www.mawazin.net/Details.aspx?jimare=271096

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Headed for a Derivative Meltdown: Bill Holter

Headed for a Derivative Meltdown

Greg Hunter with Bill Holter: 12:3:2025

Headed for a Derivative Meltdown – Bill Holter

By Greg Hunter’s USAWatchdog.com 

Financial writer and precious metals expert Bill Holter (aka Mr. Gold) said at the beginning of November that there was “more risk in the financial system now than any time ever.” 

There are so many ways the system can break down it’s hard to keep track, but let’s start with exploding silver prices that happened at the end of last week. 

Holter says, “In a 48-hour period of time, silver was up over $5 per ounce.  It’s pretty clear and pretty obvious that something behind the scenes is breaking.  We know that the lease rates have exploded.  We know that the borrow rates on SLV have exploded.  We also know that in the last 5 to 7 years, silver has been in a deficit. . ..

At this point, you are looking at a 400-million-ounce deficit on an annual basis, and global production is 850 million ounces. . .. The rumor is somebody has put in a $20 billion order, which would mean 400 million ounces. 

 If that is the case, that order cannot be met, and that will create shark infested waters. . .. If somebody stands for delivery and it looks like it may be difficult for them to get delivery, then everybody is going to stand for delivery because they know that their contracts are worthless.”

What would happen if there is an actual failure to deliver in the silver market? 

Mr. Gold says, “If that gets confirmed, then that one day you will see a huge spike, but markets won’t open after that.  That will cascade.  What will happen is all the COMEX contracts for both silver and gold will default. 

That will spill over to the rest of the CME (Chicago Mercantile Exchange).  It has contracts on US Treasuries and stocks.  They have contracts on everything.  If the silver contracts blow up and the gold contracts blow up, how much confidence are you going to have on pork bellies or stocks... 

The derivative market is $2 quadrillion.  In the future, you are going to measure your wealth by how many ounces of silver and how many ounces of gold you own. . ..

Once you get a failure to deliver, you will get a Mad Max scenario.  Failure to deliver will melt down all derivatives.  The world runs on credit, and credit runs on faith.  If you break faith, then you have a real problem in the financial markets and the real economy.”

In closing, Holter warns, “The problem is there is very little collateral left.  Everything has been borrowed against already.” 

Holter is not alone in his thinking about huge risk in the system.  It appears billionaire investors Jeff Gundlach and Ray Dalio agree with Holter, and they are warning of liquidity problems.  For the first time in their successful careers, they are both buying physical gold.

On a total system stopping derivative meltdown, Holter says, “Most people think it is not possible, and it can’t happen.  Mathematically, a meltdown in derivatives that melts everything down is coming.  It’s over.  Mathematically, it’s over.”

There is much more in the 41-minute interview.

Join Greg Hunter of USAWatchdog as he goes One-on-One with financial writer and precious metals expert Bill Holter/Mr. Gold as the risk in the financial system increases for 12.2.25. 

https://usawatchdog.com/headed-for-a-derivative-meltdown-bill-holter/

“Vietnam News” Posted by Henig at KTFA 12-3-2025

KTFA:

Henig: IMO: Looks to me like Vietnam is leapfrogging ahead in tech. How might one pay for that? Because this rapid expansion ain't cheap. (Exchange rate change, anybody?).

Data centre in Việt Nam is tranforming to a data-high era

December 03, 2025 - 08:48

HCM CITY — The data centre market in Việt Nam is in the midst of explosive growth, evolving from a mere technical infrastructure to becoming a coveted high-tech real estate asset that attracts global investors, experts said.

One of the primary catalysts driving this growth is the rise of Generative AI (GenAI), which is fueling data centre demand globally, including in Việt Nam. 

Forecasts suggest that approximately 70 per cent of the global data centre processing volume from 2023 to 2030 will be AI-related, encompassing both AI Training and AI Inference. 

The Asia-Pacific region is anticipated to capture a substantial market share, accounting for around 45 to 55 GW of global demand by 2028.

The demand for AI necessitates higher rack density and enhanced cooling capabilities compared to traditional data centres, leading to a shift towards large-scale and hyperscale (over 5 MW) colocation data centre models. These models enable businesses to reduce initial investment costs and maintain stable operating expenses, allowing them to focus on their core operations. 

According to the CBRE Asia-Pacific Investor Intentions Survey 2025, data centres have risen to the second position on the list of most preferred alternative asset classes for investment in the region.

The Việt Nam data centre market is primarily driven by the boom in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the national digital transformation process. 

Việt Nam’s total operating capacity is projected to increase by 5.6 times from 2030 onwards, from the current capacity of 104 MW. 

The country possesses a solid digital foundation, generating stable domestic demand. 

Dương Thuỳ Dung, executive director of CBRE Vietnam, said: “Việt Nam currently boasts a construction cost advantage, with prices of only around US$7.0 million/MW, nearly 50 per cent lower than tier 1 markets like Tokyo or Singapore. This significant disparity, combined with the explosive hyperscale demand from AI, is creating compelling investment opportunities in Southeast Asia.

"Crucially, investors must pursue strategic cooperation through joint venture models or mergers and acquisitions to mitigate risks and navigate power supply and project deployment speed hurdles, thereby fully capitalising on the 5.6-fold growth potential of the Vietnamese DC market over the next decade.”

According to CBRE, as of 2024, Việt Nam has about 80 million internet users, equivalent to 79 per cent of the population, with an exceptional mobile connectivity rate. The growth of the digital economy is reflected in the target for E-commerce Gross Merchandise Value (GMV) to reach $35 billion by 2025. The cloud services market is also forecast for strong growth with a CAGR of 21.65 per cent until 2030.

Notably, with the National Data Centre led by the Ministry of Public Security officially commencing operations from August 19, 2025, demand for Cloud infrastructure for state agencies, high-performance computing systems, and the Open Data Portal will increase significantly. This commitment not only creates a large and stable source of demand but also sets stringent standards for safety, cybersecurity, and operational capabilities, benefiting existing domestic DC providers such as Viettel and VNPT.

The biggest competitive advantage lies in its construction cost, creating superior investment opportunities compared to developed markets. However, investors need to proactively manage structural hurdles relating to complex licensing procedures and the risk of power supply shortages.

As of October 2025, the total operating capacity of the Việt Nam data centre market reached 104 MW. This scale is relatively modest at only about one-tenth of leading regional markets like Shanghai or Singapore. 

The current Việt Nam market is dominated by five large entities, mainly telecommunications carriers and state-owned enterprises, accounting for up to 97 per cent of total operating capacity. Viettel IDC leads with a 41 per cent market share, followed by VNPT with 24 per cent. The proportion of supply indicates a certain barrier to entry for foreign investors looking to penetrate the market.

Việt Nam holds an absolute cost competitive advantage over developed markets in the Asia-Pacific region, according to CBRE. The cost of building a tier III data centre in HCM City and Hà Nội is nearly 50 per cent lower than in Tier 1 markets like Tokyo and Singapore. 

This significant difference in initial capital cost, combined with low land costs, creates attractive investment potential and opportunities for international investors.

The Vietnamese Government has introduced supportive policies for digital infrastructure development, including commitments to deploy at least ten new undersea fibre optic cables by 2030. 

Revised Investment Laws and national digital transformation programmes aim to attract more FDI into the digital infrastructure sector. Additionally, a young and skilled population provides a strong foundation for the long-term growth of the digital economy, with a target of 75 per cent of the workforce having specialised training by 2030. — VNS

https://vietnamnews.vn/economy.....h-era.html

Henig:  IMO: Cross-border payments, you say? Interesting. I like the direction this is going.

Việt Nam launches cross-border QR payment connectivity with China

December 02, 2025 - 15:49

Việt Nam and China have launched a bilateral QR payment link, enabling seamless cross-border transactions for travellers and businesses

HÀ NỘI — Việt Nam officially rolled out bilateral QR code payments with China on Tuesday, marking a major step toward integrating the two countries’ retail payment systems and facilitating seamless and safer cross-border transactions.

The service was launched by the National Payment Corporation of Vietnam (NAPAS), UnionPay International (UPI), the Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (ICBC) and Vietcombank.

The announcement follows a Memorandum of Understanding signed in October 2024 during the official visit of Chinese Premier Li Qiang to Việt Nam, witnessed by the two countries’ prime ministers. A subsequent four-party agreement between UPI, NAPAS, ICBC and Vietcombank set the framework for technical connectivity and settlement.

With the technical phase now completed, Chinese visitors can start making payments in Việt Nam by scanning VIETQR Global at participating merchants, including major retailers, shopping centres, tourist sites, restaurants and travel services.

Early adopters include Central Retail Vietnam’s supermarket system, Highland Coffee and payment points across the Sun World tourism ecosystem.

The reverse payment direction – allowing Vietnamese consumers to scan UnionPay QR codes in China using NAPAS-member e-wallets and banking apps – is expected to go live in early 2026, forming a fully two-way QR ecosystem for travel, commerce and daily spending.

Larry Wang, vice president and CEO of UnionPay International, said Việt Nam was a key tourism and economic partner for China. He noted that the cross-border QR project, which leverages local-currency settlement, would support RMB internationalisation and create smoother payment experiences for travellers and businesses.

UnionPay, he added, would continue working with NAPAS to build a safe and efficient regional payment ecosystem and boost long-term financial connectivity across ASEAN.

NAPAS CEO Nguyễn Quang Minh said the rollout was a result of close cooperation among all parties under the guidance of the State Bank of Vietnam.

“The service aims to enhance financial connectivity, expand the use of local currencies in cross-border transactions, and support trade, tourism and broader economic cooperation between the two countries,” Minh said. — BIZHUB/VNS

https://vietnamnews.vn/economy.....china.html

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Henig:  IMO: International Financial Center created, CHECK. Now, how are we going to add functionality? Team up with Binance, CHECK. This looks like a fine partnership.

HCM City partners with Binance to advance International Financial Center development

26/11/2025

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, municipal leaders, representatives of ministries, and international investment funds attended and witnessed the signing ceremony, which was held on the sidelines of the Autumn Economic Forum 2025.

The Ho Chi Minh City Department of Finance and Binance on November 26 signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) on cooperation to accelerate the development of Vietnam’s International Financial Centre in Ho Chi Minh City (VIFC – HCMC).

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, municipal leaders, representatives of ministries, and international investment funds attended and witnessed the signing ceremony, which was held on the sidelines of the Autumn Economic Forum 2025.

Binance, one of the world’s leading blockchain and digital asset ecosystem groups by trading volume, said it remains committed to a sustainable development strategy for the blockchain–digital asset sector and actively contributes to policy consultation in markets where it operates.

HCM City is one of two designated locations for Vietnam’s international financial centre, forming a key platform for the city’s ambition to become a regional hub for finance, industry and innovation. The Department of Finance has been tasked by the municipal People’s Committee with coordinating and implementing policies related to the centre’s establishment.

Under the MOU, both sides agreed to cooperate across four core areas: facilitating and introducing investors, financial institutions and investment funds to operate at the VIFC–HCMC; sharing practical experience in developing legal frameworks for digital assets, blockchain technologies and payment infrastructure using digital assets; and supporting the development of a controlled testing environment (sandbox) for digital asset projects once an adequate legal corridor is in place and authorised by competent agencies.

The two parties will also work together to support the innovation ecosystem, including SMEs and start-ups applying digital technologies, blockchain and financial technology.

The cooperation covers regulatory compliance, international standards, and best practices, as well as consulting on digital asset infrastructure and the application of artificial intelligence and blockchain technologies.

Capacity-building programmes will be organised for regulatory agencies, including training, workshops, and expert exchanges. The MOU further outlines collaboration on connecting international financial organisations and investors, and the potential co-hosting of promotional events in HCM City and relevant jurisdictions.

A joint working group will be established to formulate action plans, monitor progress and address implementation challenges. The group will meet at least twice a year, either in person or online. Once the operation agency of the IFC-HCMC is set up, the MOU will be transferred to the new body for continued implementation.

The signing is viewed as a significant step that opens a new phase of deeper cooperation between HCM City and Binance. The partnership is expected to strengthen regulatory capacity, expand Vietnam’s connectivity with global capital markets, and attract high-quality investment into finance, technology and innovation.

The event also underscores the city’s determination to build a transparent, dynamic and sustainable international financial centre aligned with Vietnam’s strategic goals to 2030.

Earlier, in mid-October 2025, the HCM City Department of Finance signed an MOU with the Nasdaq Stock Market — the world’s largest electronic stock exchange and home to major corporations such as Apple, Microsoft, Google, Amazon, Meta, Tesla, PayPal and Intel. This collaboration marks one of the few strategic agreements between a Vietnamese locality and a leading global financial institution.

According to the municipal People’s Committee, the city is expediting all preparations to put the IFC into operation in this December, in line with Resolution 222/2025/QH15. The city pledges to create a transparent, favourable and competitive environment to attract investors./.

VNA/VNP

https://vietnam.vnanet.vn/engl.....1.html?utm

Henig: IMO: Creating more ways to trade with the EU means better trade for Vietnam, but also should open up avenues for international trade in general. This is a good development.

Digital platforms to help Vietnamese cooperatives access European market

 December 02, 2025 - 22:07

 The workshop aimed to raise awareness, offer technical knowledge and create a digital connection platform to support cooperatives in their integration journey.

 CÀ MAU — A workshop on promoting trade with the European market and accelerating technology adoption, innovation and digital transformation among Vietnamese cooperatives was jointly held on Tuesday by the Vietnam Cooperative Alliance and the provincial People’s Committee.

Addressing the event, chairwoman of the Vietnam Cooperative Alliance Cao Xuân Thu Vân said the EU–Việt Nam Free Trade Agreement has created historic opportunities for Vietnamese goods to enter one of the world’s strictest markets.

As the collective economic sector supports millions of livelihoods and acts as a key pillar of the economy, equipping cooperatives with the knowledge and skills needed to enhance competitiveness is essential, she noted.

The workshop aimed to raise awareness, offer technical knowledge and create a digital connection platform to support cooperatives in their integration journey. It also sought to promote a systematic shift in how cooperatives approach the European market and expand the application of science, technology and digital transformation.

Experts from Ireland, the Netherlands and Germany, ministry representatives, agencies, Cà Mau authorities and local cooperatives discussed issues including European agricultural and food market trends, export opportunities for Việt Nam, technical standards and food safety rules, the EU’s environmental tax and carbon reduction policies, social responsibility requirements and technical and customs hurdles for agricultural and food imports.

Hoàng Văn Tú, a representative of Sustainable Food Systems Ireland, said cooperative business models have undergone major changes in recent years – from mainly offering services to engaging directly in production, processing and distribution. However, most cooperatives remain small-scale and face capacity and efficiency constraints.

In the current era of deeper global integration, cooperatives need a strong push to pursue “dual transformation” – green transition coupled with digitalisation – to renew themselves and capture new opportunities, he said.

Huỳnh Chí Nguyện, vice chairman of the Cà Mau People’s Committee, said the province now has 609 cooperatives with more than 34,800 members and over 12,200 jobs created. Despite this growth, securing stable export markets, especially in the high-standard EU market, remains a major challenge.

He added that the workshop provided cooperative leaders with in-depth information, practical experience and effective technological and digital solutions that can optimise production, strengthen quality management and enhance competitiveness, supporting the province’s goal of achieving double-digit growth in the coming years. —

VNA/VNS

https://vietnamnews.vn/economy.....arket.html

Seeds of Wisdom RV and Economics Updates Wednesday Afternoon 12-03-25

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Global Markets Rebound as Bitcoin and Equities Stabilize After Volatile Week

Risk sentiment improves, but underlying fragility remains

Overview

• Global equities and futures stabilized after several days of volatility driven by bond-market swings and crypto-sector stress.

• Bitcoin rebounded above key psychological levels, easing concerns of a broader risk-off cascade.

• Bond yields steadied, allowing investors to cautiously re-enter risk assets.

Key Developments

• U.S., European, and Asian equity futures showed broad but modest gains, signaling a pause in the week’s earlier selloff.

• Bitcoin’s climb back above $90,000 helped calm cross-asset sentiment after a sharp pullback that had triggered hedge-fund de-risking.

• Investors digested speculation about central-bank rate positioning, especially in Japan and the U.S., which contributed to earlier market turbulence.

• Analysts noted that while the rebound is positive, market internals remain fragile, with high sensitivity to rates, liquidity, and geopolitical news.

Why It Matters

The rebound illustrates how interconnected global markets have become: crypto volatility now spills directly into equities, and bond-market repricing rapidly shifts investor appetite for risk. The episode highlights the ongoing vulnerability of markets during a period of structural transition.

Implications for the Global Reset

Pillar: Market Repricing & Capital Flows

• The volatility underscores a system revaluation of risk, with capital increasingly rotating between safe havens and high-yield assets.

• Fragile liquidity conditions reflect deeper structural transitions affecting global credit, equity valuations, and investor behavior.

Pillar: Financial Stability Signals

• Persistent sensitivity to bond and crypto movements shows how systemic risk channels have broadened, a key feature of a multipolar financial era.

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

Seeds of Wisdom Team
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Sources

• Reuters – “Stocks steady as slide in bitcoin, global bonds hit pause”

• AP News – “World shares are mixed as steady bond yields, rebound for bitcoin push US stocks higher”

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Pound Strengthens as Diverging Interest-Rate Outlooks Reshape Global Currency Flows

Sterling climbs to a five-week high while the dollar softens on rate-cut expectations

Overview

• The British pound surged to multi-week highs, outperforming both the U.S. dollar and the euro.

• Rate-cut expectations in the United States contrasted with a stronger UK economic outlook, creating a widening policy gap.

• Global currency markets are repricing risk, yield, and reserve allocations as major central banks signal diverging trajectories.

Key Developments

• Sterling rose to its strongest level in five weeks, supported by improving UK data and reduced expectations of early Bank of England rate cuts.

• The U.S. dollar weakened as traders priced in a potential Fed rate cut, a shift that has implications for emerging-market currencies and global capital flows.

• Diverging central-bank directions fueled renewed volatility in currency pairs, with investors rotating into currencies tied to stronger economic outlooks.

• Analysts note that as rates diverge, reserve managers may adjust holdings, particularly in markets where yield and stability are improving.

Why It Matters

Currency markets often react first to structural macro shifts. When major central banks diverge, global liquidity, trade invoicing, and reserve strategies begin to recalibrate — signaling deeper changes in monetary architecture.

Implications for the Global Reset

Pillar: Currency Realignment

• A softer dollar and stronger non-U.S. currencies encourage greater diversification in reserve portfolios, including regional currencies, commodities, and gold.

Pillar: Global Liquidity Transitions

• Diverging interest-rate paths reshape capital movement patterns, influencing trade finance, cross-border lending, and sovereign funding strategies.

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

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Sources

• Reuters – “Sterling rises against the euro, hits 5-week high vs dollar”

• Reuters – “Stocks steady as slide in bitcoin, global bonds hit pause” (USD sentiment section)

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Global AI Boom Triggers New Memory-Chip Supply-Chain Crisis

AI-driven demand for high-performance memory exacerbates shortages — ripple effects reach consumer tech & macro-economy

Overview

• The global memory-chip supply chain is under acute stress, as surging demand from AI data-centres converges with reduced output of conventional DRAM and flash memory.

• Prices for DRAM, NAND flash, and high-bandwidth memory (HBM) have more than doubled since early 2025, squeezing manufacturers of smartphones, PCs and consumer electronics.

• Memory-chip shortages are now spilling into macroeconomic risk, affecting inflation trends, device pricing, and the pace of AI-infrastructure deployment.

Key Developments

• Major chipmakers shifted production capacity toward HBM to meet AI-related demand, reducing supply of conventional DRAM and flash memory.

• Memory-chip prices have sharply increased across categories, with some segments more than doubling since February, according to industry tracking firms.

• Inventory levels at memory suppliers have collapsed from more than 13 weeks to as little as two weeks, signaling deep global shortages.

• Retailers in Japan are rationing supply, Chinese smartphone manufacturers are preparing price hikes, and U.S. component resellers report surging demand for recycled memory.

Why It Matters

The shortage is no longer a sector-specific bottleneck — it is becoming a structural, global economic concern.

• Prolonged supply constraints could delay hundreds of billions of dollars in AI and data-center investment.

• Rising memory prices may add inflationary pressure at a time when economies are already grappling with persistent price instability and new tariff impacts.

• Smaller manufacturers risk being priced out, accelerating consolidation and widening competitive imbalances in both AI and consumer electronics markets.

Implications for the Global Reset

Pillar: Supply-Chain & Industrial Realignment

• Control of memory-chip capacity — especially HBM — becomes a new strategic lever in the global tech realignment.

• Nations and firms capable of securing long-term memory output gain disproportionate influence over AI development paths.

Pillar: Commodity & Asset Re-Pricing / Inflation Dynamics

• Memory chips are behaving like volatile commodities, driving new inflation inputs and reshaping cost structures across industries from consumer hardware to cloud computing.

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

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Sources

• Business Standard – “AI boom sparks global chip shortage, driving prices and supply crisis”

• Investing.com – “The AI boom is creating a global memory-chip crunch”

• Modern Diplomacy – “Global AI Boom Triggers New Memory-Chip Supply Chain Crisis”

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TNT:

Tishwash:  The world's largest US consulate will open in Erbil today

The new US Consulate General in Erbil, the world's largest consulate, will be opened Wednesday, December 3,

The new building will be officially opened by US Deputy Secretary of State for Management and Resources Michael Rigas. 

The project, which was laid on July 6, 2018, cost more than $795 million and covers an area of ​​51 fadans (206,000 square meters).

The consulate complex is not just an administrative building, but is designed as a small town and includes the main office, staff accommodation, security and visitor accommodation, shops and parking, as well as a large area of ​​greenery.

Technically and environmentally, the building is constructed in a modern and environmentally friendly manner. It has an advanced water recycling system and 15% of its electricity needs are supplied by solar energy, with the aim of reducing the impact on the environment.

The new building can accommodate 1,000 people and the opening of the largest US consulate in Erbil is seen as a sign of the US administration's attention to its relations with the Kurdistan Region and Iraq.  link

Tishwash:  US representative: President Trump's policy will continue to strengthen relations with Iraq.

The United States representative to the Security Council, Jeff Bartos, confirmed on Tuesday that the policy of US President Donald Trump will continue to strengthen relations with Iraq.

Bartos told the UN Security Council, as reported by Al-Furat News, that "President Donald Trump's policy will continue to strengthen relations with Iraq based on mutual respect, shared interests, and support for sovereignty and economic independence."

He added that "the end of UNAMI's mission in Iraq is a step forward," emphasizing the need to "continue addressing the issue of missing Kuwaitis and streamline procedures."

The UN Security Council held its special session on the situation in Iraq earlier today. link

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Tishwash:  Trump speaks about the Sudanese man: "He is my friend and he nominated me for the Nobel Prize."

The US President  Donald Trump On Tuesday, he thanked the Prime Minister Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani.  He pointed out that He became closer to the United States.

He said at the conclusion of a lengthy two-hour session of the US administration in White House He was surprised by the decision prime minister Iraqi Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani Who nominated Trump for Nobel Peace Prize.

The US president added that he "did not expect this decision from Iraq . He expressed his gratitude to the Sudanese man warmly.

Regarding the country's situation and the relationship between Baghdad  and Washington, Trump asserted that "Iraq has become closer to the United States because of the American missiles that fell on it.

Trump added, "Iran has been a bully in the Middle East, bullying Iraq in particular, but the American strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities have made Iraq more friendly in its relations with U.S.  link

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Tishwash:  The Central Bank reveals assurances in the banking reform plan.

During a session attended by a select group of experts and specialists, His Excellency the Governor of the Central Bank of Iraq, Mr. Ali Mohsen Al-Alaq, presented a comprehensive overview of the banking reform process and upcoming structural plans, emphasizing that rebuilding the banking sector represents the fundamental pillar of the bank's work at the present stage.

His Excellency explained that the contract with Oliver Wyman (O&W) came after the ban on dollar transactions imposed on a number of Iraqi banks, with the aim of implementing deep and comprehensive reforms to ensure the banking institutions' compliance with international standards.

He revealed that there are assurances regarding the return of these banks to normal operations after the completion of the required reform phases.

The Governor stated that all Iraqi banks have signed the reform document, emphasizing that compliant banks will be granted the ability to deal in other currencies in a phased approach. He also noted that international bodies are closely monitoring the progress of the banking reform process.

Regarding digital transformation, he confirmed that the digital dinar project is underway, but it requires time and integrated infrastructure to ensure its optimal launch.

The Central Bank Governor reiterated his commitment to maintaining overall price stability by keeping inflation low through a stable official exchange rate, which he described as a major success of monetary policy.

He emphasized that devaluing the dinar would have negative repercussions on this stability, harming broad segments of the population with limited incomes and weakening confidence in the national currency.

He stressed the need to avoid using the exchange rate as a tool to address the structural deficit, which requires structural reforms aimed at maximizing domestic revenues by leveraging the vast and currently untapped opportunities, controlling expenditures, diversifying the economy, and supporting the government's efforts in this regard.

Central Bank of Iraq - 
Media Office   link

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Global Fragmentation Pushes Inflation Risk Higher, Fed Warns

Boston Fed signals long-term structural pressures on prices and financial stability

Overview

• Federal Reserve leadership is increasingly concerned that global economic fragmentation is raising long-term inflationary pressure.

• Supply-chain decoupling, geopolitical realignment, and regionalization are now treated as structural forces, not temporary disruptions.

• Higher inflation volatility could complicate central-bank decision-making and reshape global capital flows.

Key Developments

• Boston Fed President Susan Collins stated that breaking apart global trade channels and financial systems could “push up inflation” for years ahead.

• Fragmentation is reducing economic efficiency, increasing production costs, and forcing new redundancies in supply chains.

• Central banks may face a narrower policy window, as they try to balance inflation control with employment stability amid more frequent external shocks.

• Investors are beginning to price in a higher-for-longer inflation baseline, even as some markets still expect rate cuts in 2025.

Why It Matters

A more fragmented global economy raises structural costs — from transportation to manufacturing to credit — making persistent inflation more likely. This drives governments and institutions to re-evaluate reserve strategies, alternative assets, and new financial partnerships.

Implications for the Global Reset

Pillar: Debt & Monetary Architecture

• Fragmentation accelerates the reassessment of sovereign-debt sustainability and long-term interest-rate norms.

• Higher inflation risk pushes nations to diversify reserves, including gold, commodities, or regional currencies.

Pillar: Financial System Rebalancing

• As global integration unwinds, countries build parallel financial channels, reshaping how capital moves across borders.

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

Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News™ Exclusive

Sources

• Reuters – “Fed's Collins warns fragmented global economy could push up inflation”

• MSN -- "Fed's Collins warns fragmented global economy could push up inflation"

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Latin America Accelerates Mineral Processing Shift as Global Supply Chains Rewire

Resource nations push for higher-value production amid geopolitical fragmentation

Overview

• Latin American producers are moving aggressively to shift from raw-material exports to domestic refining and processing.

• Global demand for secure, non-China supply chains is accelerating investment into regional mineral hubs.

• U.S. and Western partners are pressuring for “friendly-shoring,” reshaping commodity routes and industrial policy.

Key Developments

• Governments across Latin America are redirecting policy and investment toward value-added refining of lithium, copper, and rare earths.

• The shift is partly driven by U.S. incentives for regional critical-mineral sourcing, as Washington seeks to reduce reliance on Chinese supply chains.

• Producers are courting new partners — including the EU and Asian buyers — to secure tech transfers and long-term offtake agreements.

• Domestic processing is becoming a strategic priority, with nations aiming to capture more revenue, jobs, and geopolitical leverage.

Why It Matters

The repositioning of mineral supply chains marks a major shift in global manufacturing power. Countries that once exported raw materials are now demanding a seat at the higher-value end of the supply chain — pulling production away from established hubs and contributing to a more multipolar geopolitical structure.

Implications for the Global Reset

Pillar: Trade & Supply-Chain Reconfiguration

• As regions internalize more of the production cycle, global trade routes are redrawn, reducing single-point dependencies.

• Diversified processing hubs weaken traditional chokepoints, contributing to a more distributed economic architecture.

Pillar: Commodity & Resource Realignment

• Nations with strategic minerals gain new relevance, leveraging resources to negotiate better economic terms and new geopolitical alliances.

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

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Sources

• Financial Times – “Latin America accelerates minerals shift as US pushes for regional sourcing”

• Mongabay -- "Critical minerals dropped from final text at COP30"

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Iraq Economic News and Points To Ponder Wednesday Morning 12-3-25

The Central Bank Discusses The Digital Dinar Project: Under Implementation

Baratha News Agency199  2025-12-02   The Central Bank of Iraq revealed on Tuesday assurances regarding the banking reform plan in the country, while confirming that the digital dinar project is underway.

A statement from the bank said, "During a session attended by a select group of experts and specialists, the Governor of the Central Bank of Iraq, Ali Mohsen Al-Alaq, presented a comprehensive overview of the course of banking reforms and upcoming structural plans," stressing that rebuilding the banking sector represents the main pillar of the bank's work at the present stage.

He explained that "the contract with Oliver Wyman (O&W) came after the ban on dealing in dollars imposed on a number of Iraqi banks, with the aim of implementing deep and comprehensive reforms that ensure the banking institutions' compliance with international standards," revealing that "there are assurances regarding the return of those banks to the normal environment after the completion of the required reform stages."

The governor explained that "all Iraqi banks have signed the reform document," stressing that compliant banks will be granted the ability to deal in other currencies in gradual steps, noting that international bodies are closely monitoring the progress of work on the banking reform file.

Regarding digital transformation, he confirmed that the digital dinar project is underway, but it requires time and integrated infrastructure to ensure its optimal launch.

The Central Bank Governor reiterated his commitment to maintaining overall price stability by keeping inflation at low levels through the stability of the official exchange rate, which is a major success for monetary policy. He pointed out that reducing the dinar's exchange rate has negative repercussions on this stability, harms broad segments of citizens with limited income, and weakens confidence in the national currency.

He stressed the need to avoid using the exchange rate as a tool to address the structural deficit, which requires structural reforms aimed at maximizing local revenues with their vast and lost opportunities, controlling expenditures, diversifying the economy, and supporting the government’s directions in this regard, according to the bank’s statement.https://burathanews.com/arabic/economic/468480

The Iraqi Stock Market Traded Shares Worth 8 Billion Dinars In One Week.

Stock Exchange   Economy News – Baghdad  The Iraq Stock Exchange announced on Tuesday that shares worth more than 8 billion dinars were traded during the past week.

The market said in a report seen by Al-Eqtisad News that "the number of companies whose shares were traded during the past week reached 64 joint-stock companies, while the shares of 30 companies were not traded due to the lack of matching purchase orders with sell orders, while 10 companies continue to be suspended for not providing disclosure out of 104 companies listed on the market."

He added that "the number of shares traded amounted to 13 billion, 746 million and 87 thousand shares, a decrease of 54% compared to the previous week, with a financial value of 8 billion, 751 million and 644 thousand dinars, an increase of 0.49% compared to the previous week, through the execution of 4685 transactions," noting that "the ISX60 index of traded prices closed at 952.03 points, recording a decrease of 1.34% compared to its closing in the previous session."

He noted that “the number of shares purchased by non-Iraqi investors last week amounted to 112 million shares with a financial value of 220 million dinars through the execution of 64 transactions, while the number of shares sold by non-Iraqi investors amounted to 76 million shares with a financial value of 161 million dinars through the execution of 89 transactions.”

It is worth noting that the Iraq Stock Exchange holds five trading sessions weekly from Sunday to Thursday, and lists 104 Iraqi joint-stock companies representing the banking, communications, industry, agriculture, insurance, financial investment, tourism, hotels and services sectors.     https://economy-news.net/content.php?id=62979

Basra Crude Oil Prices Rise As Global Oil Prices Climb.

Economy |  02/12/2025   Mawazin News - Baghdad:   Basra crude oil prices, both heavy and medium, rose in line with the increase in global oil prices.

Basra Heavy crude rose 43 cents, or 0.73%, to $60.77, while Basra Medium crude rose 43 cents, or 0.69%, to $62.52.
Oil prices rose in early trading for the second consecutive session as market participants assessed the risks stemming from Ukrainian drone attacks on Russian energy facilities, as well as escalating tensions between the United States and Venezuela.   https://www.mawazin.net/Details.aspx?jimare=271057

Gold Prices Stable In Baghdad

Economy | 02/12/2025   Mawazin News - Baghdad:   Gold prices, both foreign and Iraqi, remained stable in Baghdad's local markets.

In the wholesale markets on Al-Nahr Street, the selling price of one mithqal (approximately 4.5 grams) of 21-karat gold from the Gulf, Turkey, and Europe was 850,000 Iraqi dinars, while the buying price was 846,000 dinars – the same prices as yesterday. The selling price of one mithqal of 21-karat Iraqi gold was 820,000 dinars, and the buying price was 816,000 dinars.

In jewelry shops, the selling price of one mithqal of 21-karat Gulf gold ranged between 850,000 and 860,000 dinars, while the price of one mithqal of Iraqi gold ranged between 820,000 and 830,000 dinars.
https://www.mawazin.net/Details.aspx?jimare=271072

Gold Prices Stable In Baghdad

Economy | 02/12/2025   Mawazin News - Baghdad:   Gold prices, both foreign and Iraqi, remained stable in Baghdad's local markets.   In the wholesale markets on Al-Nahr Street, the selling price of one mithqal (approximately 4.5 grams) of 21-karat gold from the Gulf, Turkey, and Europe was 850,000 Iraqi dinars, while the buying price was 846,000 dinars – the same prices as yesterday.

The selling price of one mithqal of 21-karat Iraqi gold was 820,000 dinars, and the buying price was 816,000 dinars.
In jewelry shops, the selling price of one mithqal of 21-karat Gulf gold ranged between 850,000 and 860,000 dinars, while the price of one mithqal of Iraqi gold ranged between 820,000 and 830,000 dinars.
https://www.mawazin.net/Details.aspx?jimare=271072

  
The United Nations Praises The Honorable End Of Its Mission In Iraq.

December 2, 2025   United Nations (AFP) - Baghdad - Al-Zaman   The head of the United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq (UNAMI), which will leave the country at the end of December after a mission that lasted more than 20 years, praised on Tuesday a "new chapter" for an Iraq that "owns its own destiny."

At Baghdad’s request, the UN Security Council decided in May 2024 to extend the mandate of the mission that has been in the country since 2003, following the US-British military intervention and the fall of Saddam Hussein, for a final period until December 31, 2025.

“The beginning of this new year opens a new chapter in the long and established partnership between Iraq and the United Nations,” said the head of the mission, Mohammed Al-Hassan, at the last Security Council meeting devoted to this issue. “The departure of UNAMI is not the end of this partnership between Iraq and the United Nations, but on the contrary, it represents the beginning of a new chapter based on an Iraq that has its own decision in its hands.”

He added, "Today is a great day for the international community, as it witnesses the honorable and dignified closure of a United Nations mission."

Al-Hassan opened his final briefing to the Council in his current role by reflecting on the mission's beginnings, saying, "Let us recall 2003, when this Council established the United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq (UNAMI) in a country suffering the effects of decades of dictatorship, regional wars, internal conflicts, foreign occupation, and the terrorism of ISIS. The road to peace, security, and stability was long and arduous."

He added, "Nevertheless, thanks to the support of the international community, Iraq emerged victorious, but at a heavy price." He acknowledged all those who "lost their lives since the mission began its work in Iraq.

This includes the 22 United Nations staff members who lost their lives in the 2003 bombing of the Canal Hotel, including the Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Iraq, Sergio Vieira de Mello, and those who survived this terrorist act, but with indelible scars."

He concluded, "The road to peace, security, and stability was long and arduous." But with the support of the international community, Iraq emerged victorious,” he said, congratulating the country on holding legislative elections in November that were “among the freest, most organized and credible ever in Iraq.”

He continued, “With my confidence in Iraq’s ability to build on these solid electoral foundations, I sincerely hope that a new government will be formed without delay,” noting that despite these efforts, the humanitarian needs of the population remain immense.

He called on Iraqi leaders to “strive to build bridges of trust and friendship, promote shared interests with all neighboring countries, and restore the glory of Iraq, the cradle of civilization.”

On Sunday evening, the Iraqi government office issued a statement announcing that Mohammed Shia al-Sudani had received the US envoy to Syria, Tom Barak, and that they had discussed a number of issues. According to the statement, published by the official Iraqi News Agency (INA), al-Sudani "discussed with Barak practical ways in which Iraq can continue to support Syria's stability, security, prosperity, and economic recovery, which would simultaneously enhance Iraq's own stability and prosperity.

" The statement also mentioned "mutual views on preventing any further escalation in the region, supporting the diplomatic track for resolving disputes, and setting the region on a path of cooperation, economic growth, and long-term stability." The statement quoted Barak as affirming "the constructive and essential role that Iraq can play in achieving these shared goals."

A Western diplomat in Washington revealed to an American website details of the meeting between Tom Barrack and Mohammed Shia al-Sudani.

They discussed the situation in Syria and ways to avoid escalation in the region, according to an Iraqi government statement.

Meanwhile, the diplomat in Washington told the website that Barak informed the Iraqi leadership that Israel plans to continue its operations “until Hezbollah is disarmed,” and that if pro-Iranian factions, such as Kataib Hezbollah, participate in the fighting, Israel will strike them without any American intervention.

The diplomat said: “Barak asked Baghdad to control the factions and cut off any support that could help Hezbollah in Lebanon. Neutrality is not a request…it is a condition.”

The diplomat, who met with Iraqi officials in Washington, told Joe Khouli of MBN that Barak told Sudani, “We fear that an Israeli operation against Hezbollah in Lebanon is imminent, and that Iraq will face the consequences if its militias intervene.”

The source said that “Barak is trying to avoid a three-front problem: Lebanon, Gaza, and Iraq.”

Barak’s visit prioritized deterrence over traditional diplomacy. “This wasn’t negotiation,” the diplomat said. “It was a warning.” The message was stark: if Iraqi militias intervene, Iraq itself could become a battleground. He added, “ Israel is sending public signals that it may strike inside Iraqi territory.”  LINK



 For current and reliable Iraqi news please visit:  https://www.bondladyscorner.com

Seeds of Wisdom RV and Economics Updates Tuesday Evening 12-02-25

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Putin’s India Visit Seeks to Reinforce Energy and Defense Ties Under Sanctions Pressure
New Delhi weighs strategic cooperation with Moscow against the risk of U.S. retaliation

Overview

• Russian President Vladimir Putin is visiting India for the first time in four years as Moscow and New Delhi attempt to stabilize their long-standing partnership amid shifting global dynamics.

• Russia remains India’s largest supplier of defense equipment and, since 2022, a major source of discounted crude oil.

• Western sanctions have sharply limited Russia’s market access, while India has increased its purchases of U.S. energy, reducing Russian crude flows to a three-year low.

Key Developments

• Russia is looking to secure new contracts for oil sales, technical equipment, and major defense platforms such as the Su-57 fighter jet and additional S-400 air-defense units.

• India seeks to maintain stable defense supplies and explore the potential restoration of ONGC Videsh’s stake in Sakhalin-1, which has been in dispute since sanctions intensified.

• Washington has doubled tariffs on Indian goods in response to Russian crude imports, raising the stakes for any deepening India–Russia cooperation.

• Key state-owned firms — including Rosneft, Gazprom Neft, Rosoboronexport, and Indian refiners IOC and BPCL — remain central to ongoing negotiations.

• A free-trade agreement between India and the Eurasian Economic Union is also under consideration, potentially broadening economic ties.

Why It Matters
India’s defense ecosystem still relies heavily on Russian equipment, spare parts, and servicing — reliance that cannot be unwound quickly. At the same time, India is trying to avoid triggering additional U.S. penalties that could affect its export markets and technology access. Putin’s visit highlights how global sanctions regimes are reshaping bilateral relationships, supply chains, and geopolitical calculations for emerging powers.

Implications for the Global Reset

• Pillar: Strategic Realignment Under Sanctions — Russia’s turn toward the Global South underscores how sanctions are accelerating alternative partnerships and redirecting energy flows.

• Pillar: Defense and Energy Interdependence — India must balance national security needs with exposure to U.S. trade pressure, illustrating the complex choices mid-sized powers face in a fragmenting global order.

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

Seeds of Wisdom Team
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Sources

• Modern Diplomacy – “Putin Visits India to Push Energy and Defence Deals as Sanctions Bite”

• Reuters – Coverage on India–Russia energy and defense negotiations

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BRICS Bank Boosted by Indonesia’s $1 B Commitment — What It Means for De-Dollarization
Jakarta formalizes Indonesia’s NDB entry; dollar alternatives gain momentum

Overview

• Indonesia has committed US$1 billion to the New Development Bank (NDB) as part of its formal entry into the BRICS framework.

• The move follows Indonesia’s accession to BRICS in January 2025 and reflects Jakarta’s intention to deepen economic ties with Global South partners.

• The contribution strengthens alternative development-finance channels outside Western-dominated institutions and positions Indonesia to tap new capital for major national projects.

Key Developments

• Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs Airlangga Hartarto confirmed the $1 B allocation during a national leadership meeting of the Indonesian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Kadin) on December 1, 2025.

• As a new member of the NDB, Indonesia expects improved access to funding for sustainable development, infrastructure expansion, energy transition, and digital-connectivity projects.

• The NDB holds $100 B in authorized capital, with founding BRICS members controlling the majority of subscribed shares. To date, the bank has financed roughly $39 B across 120 projects focused on transport, clean energy, and sustainability.

• President Dilma Rousseff highlighted Indonesia’s strategic regional role and praised its leadership in biofuels, noting its 40% achievement in biodiesel blending.

• Indonesia’s participation aligns with a broader BRICS strategy to expand local-currency use, develop alternative payment systems, and reduce reliance on the US dollar — though global dollar dominance remains substantial.

Why It Matters
Indonesia’s $1 B investment signals a major pivot toward diversified financial partnerships that reduce reliance on Western-led institutions like the IMF. The NDB provides Indonesia with development capital without policy-conditionality requirements, giving Jakarta more flexibility as it advances national strategic projects. At the same time, expanded NDB membership strengthens the institutional architecture of the Global South, broadening non-dollar financial pathways at a moment of growing geopolitical and monetary realignment.

Implications for the Global Reset

• Pillar: Diversified Financial Infrastructure — Indonesia’s entry reinforces the rise of alternative multilateral banks, reducing concentration of global financial power and increasing options for developing economies.

• Pillar: Momentum for De-Dollarization — While full de-dollarization remains unlikely in the near term, Indonesia’s membership adds weight to efforts promoting local-currency trade and non-Western financing systems.

This is not just politics — it’s global finance restructuring before our eyes.
Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News™ Exclusive

Sources

• Watcher Guru – “BRICS Bank Gets $1B Lift From Indonesia, Fueling De-Dollarization”

• ANTARA – “Indonesia commits US$1 billion as it joins New Development Bank”

• Indonesia Business Post – “Indonesia committed to US$1 B as it fully joins BRICS’ New Development Bank”

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