MilitiaMan and Crew: Iraq Dinar News Update-Mechanism-KRG Oil-CBI & IFC-Reforms

MilitiaMan and Crew:  Iraq Dinar News Update-Mechanism-KRG Oil-CBI & IFC-Reforms

8-15-2025

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

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Clare:  From Basra to Manhattan: The Full Story of Iraq's Money Being Withheld by the Federal Reserve

8/15/2025

At dawn, giant oil tankers dock at the docks of Basra port, loading pipes gleaming under the lights, and pumps pump millions of barrels of crude into the bilges of ships bound for world markets.

A scene that reflects immense wealth, but what is often overlooked is that the bulk of the proceeds from this "black gold" travel a route that does not end in Baghdad, but rather extends across the Atlantic Ocean to the heart of Manhattan in New York, inside the fortified US Federal Reserve building.

There, Iraqi wealth is transformed into numbers in American financial books, subject to strict oversight and procedures that leave no room for maneuver. These arrangements were created in 2003 but remain in place today, even though their original justifications (on paper) have disappeared.

For many Iraqis, this equation amounts to little more than a combination of protection and guardianship, with officials and analysts saying that any attempt to sever this link could mean freezing assets, disrupting employee salaries, or even losing control over the country's finances.

These concerns did not arise out of thin air. Rather, they are an extension of a long process that began with UN resolutions and US executive orders that shaped the management of these funds since 2003. Therefore, the Shafaq News Agency team began investigating the background of this file, opening what some describe as the "black box" of the financial relationship between Baghdad and Washington. How did the arrangement come about, why does it continue to this day, and who benefits from keeping Iraqi funds under external supervision?

From the Security Council to the American umbrella

In May 2003, the Security Council issued Resolution 1483, which required Iraq to transfer all oil and gas revenues to a special account in the name of the Central Bank of Iraq at the US Federal Reserve, under UN supervision, with 5% of the revenues to be set aside for reparations to Kuwait for the 1990 invasion. In parallel, then-US President George W. Bush issued Executive Order 13303, which granted these funds full legal immunity from any seizure or confiscation.

Over nearly two decades, Iraq continued to pay reparations, reaching a total of $52.4 billion, and the Kuwait case was finally closed in 2022.

But despite the original commitment ending and UN protection being lifted in 2011, Washington has continued to renew the executive order year after year, most recently in May 2025.

For American policymakers, the arrangement has transcended its original purpose, becoming a tool for ensuring financial stability in a country experiencing political and economic volatility, while also providing a means of monitoring the dollar's movements and protecting strategic interests.

Between Washington and Baghdad

In Washington, economists do not view this mechanism as merely a technical financial measure. For example, Dr. Frank Musmar, an economist and chairman of the University of Maryland's Advisory Board, describes it as "more than just a financial measure."

He told Shafaq News, "The Federal Reserve provides Iraq with a safe haven for its revenues amid volatility in energy markets, and enhances investor confidence that funds are managed according to transparent standards. Its presence there also allows Iraq easy access to the US financial system, facilitating debt repayment and import financing."

But Mismar warns of the other side of this umbrella: "This is a double-edged sword. The United States can, if it wants, use this money as a political bargaining chip. Iraq is here between financial stability and the loss of some of its economic sovereignty."

On the other side of the river, in Baghdad, Mazhar Mohammed Salih, the prime minister's economic advisor, defends keeping the funds at the Federal Reserve as a "legal safety net" that allows for diversification of reserves and depositing a portion of them in other central banks protected by law.

He told the agency: "The United States does not control oil revenues themselves, but it does control the movement of the dollar, a reality imposed by the US currency's position in the global financial system."

Money under the microscope

According to leaks obtained by Shafaq News Agency from a senior source in the Central Bank, the balances deposited in the Federal Reserve range between $80 and $85 billion. These funds are used to finance foreign trade, pay the state's obligations, control the dinar exchange rate, and curb inflation.

However, after discovering routes for smuggling dollars to Iran and other sanctioned countries, the US Treasury Department tightened controls and imposed sanctions on 35 of Iraq's 72 banks, including the Bank of Baghdad, which holds accounts for US embassy staff.

These restrictions have reduced the flow of dollars into the local market, driving up the exchange rate and increasing the cost of imports, weighing heavily on commercial activity and citizens' livelihoods.

Old debt risks

In international markets, these reserves are viewed as a key guarantee for meeting international payments and a safety valve against oil price fluctuations. Any indication of a change in the deposit mechanism or a relaxation of US oversight could raise Iraq's borrowing costs, impact its credit rating, and potentially put the dinar under additional pressure.

In this vein, economic expert Nabil Al-Tamimi warns that excessive reliance on the US umbrella conceals a greater risk, noting that "there are debts and claims that have not been settled since 2003, making assets vulnerable to seizure if they are removed from the Fed's protection. Negligence in closing debt files has left legal loopholes that can be exploited."

He adds that part of these risks are due to "defects in government performance after 2003 and the lack of serious follow-up on these commitments."

In contrast, Mahmoud Dagher, a former banking official, believes that withdrawing funds from the Federal Reserve would be a "strategic mistake," noting that "the international immunity enjoyed by the Federal Reserve protects Iraq from any claims, given the existence of unresolved international financial cases against the Ministry of Finance."

Iraq relies on oil to finance more than 90% of its budget, making the timely arrival of revenues extremely critical. Any delay, whether for political or technical reasons, could lead to a crisis of confidence locally and internationally, placing the dinar under additional pressure in the markets.

Between the desire to regain full control over the funds and the need for the legal protection provided by the US umbrella, the issue remains open to multiple possibilities, from renegotiating the deposit mechanism to maintaining the status quo out of necessity.

But the deeper question revolves around Iraq's ability to balance its economic sovereignty with protecting its finances. As Mismar warns, "Relying on the US Federal Reserve is like walking a tightrope. It provides Iraq with a financial safety net, but it could at any moment become a pressure tool if political calculations change in Washington." This serves as a reminder that managing national wealth is not just a matter of numbers and calculations, but a daily test of decision-making independence.  LINK

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Mnt Goat   Today I am bringing you amazing news of the Project to Delete the Zeros and that it is now in site...Our entire following of this RV is geared around the efforts of the CBI is making towards the overall plan to get to the reinstatement...under the direction of Ali al-Alaq, the CBI is following the basic steps to get there...it appears once again that the CBI is moving towards an end-of-the-year reinstatement (maybe January 2026) allowing time between August 31st and December  31st to conduct the Project to Delete the Zeros...this was the same timeline of Dr Shabibi in 2012-2013 when he was attempting to do it...Can the RV happen earlier?  Sure it can and no one knows the date...We just have to wait and watch.  Here is what we know...  [Post 1 of 2....stay tuned]

Mnt Goat  1. They just told us the parallel market is now under control. WOW!   2. They told us in the past when this occurs, they can then move towards the Project to Delete the Zeros, the next phase in the currency reform process.  3 ...we find significant evidence that Iraq is now in a situation that they could and are now moving aggressively towards  implementing the redenomination from the three zero notes to the newer lower denominations (the Project To Delete the Zeros)...They need to get these large hoards of cash (80% of the currency) inside the banking system. 4. My CBI contact confirmed ...that the content of the recent article titled “BREAKING: IRAQ’S CENTRAL BANK LAUNCHES DIGITAL SECURITY PLATFORM FOR CASH OPERATIONS!” is a key component of this project...Also remember that in order to redenominate ...the Iraqi redenomination will need a significant change in the rate to be successful.    [Post 2 of 2]

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Bruce’s Big Call Dinar Intel Thursday Night 8-14-25

Bruce’s Big Call Dinar Intel Thursday Night 8-14-25 

Transcribed By WiserNow Emailed To Recaps  (INTEL ONLY)

Welcome everybody to the big call tonight, it is Thursday, August 14th. Wow, can't believe we're halfway through August, August 14, and you're listening to the big call. Thanks for tuning in, everyone all over the globe, wherever you're located.

Thanks to our satellite team that gets the signal out, gets the call out as many as 200 countries. So thank you for that, And let's go ahead and pray the call in and then we'll go to sue for what should be another exciting teaching that will exhort us and encourage us.

All right. Well, thank you, Bob. I appreciate that. Let's go ahead and see what we have in the way of Intel to talk about. All right. Now, Jeannie always reminds me when she brings out her prayer requests or praise report. Usually, it's a little both that Social Security is a question mark for us because we thought there were going to be increases in that starting in the month of August.

Now we did not get an increase in those that were Wednesday yesterday, on the day was that 13th did not get an increase in Social Security. And so we've got our contact at Social Security that did not get back to us in time for the big call tonight. So of course, I'll probably hear about it later tonight, after the call, but it won't do me any good for right now. So I can't speak to that right now.

However, today marks the day on the 14th that is 90 years ago when Social Security was implemented. I believe in the big, bad, beautiful bill, as I call it, there is provision for increases in Social Security, and so we'll see how that manifests, and maybe it comes out this month. Maybe it doesn't. It's the least of our worries, but it'd be nice to have it I know,

As far as restitution and reconciliation, the R & R, as I call it, for those of us exchanging currencies and redeeming Zim it will be at the redemption center for us. Other people, for the most part, will get it by direct deposit.

Some people that don't have a bank account that they know of because they know it. They know it by Social Security number -  But they if you don't have a bank account, or they don't know that you have one, they will deliver a check to you for R&R that you would have to sign for. You'd have to pony up ID, a good yet citizen type ID, to receive that check. So that's something that may or may not be a factor for you.

Those on Social Security that are getting it from age 62 on up, you'll get it as a direct deposit into that account. And those of us who are exchanging currency, two and a half to 3 million people in this country will get it already at the redemption center in our quantum accounts. When we get there, check to see how much it is, make sure it's there when you go to the redemption center to do your exchanges.

All right, let's see. So that takes care of those. Doge, I can't speak to. We had a contact for that. Again, it's in Social Security Department, and we did not get clarity on it, unfortunately for today, so I keep calling it DOGE, but it's really rebate investment tariffs or tariff rebate deposits or tariff rebate checks.  We'll see which it is. All right, that's three of the four issues.

The last one is the revaluation of the currencies themselves and us getting the toll free numbers. So here's, here's the latest that I received, and tuned up a little bit today for what we did not have on Tuesday night,

We have something we are looking forward to which is the Emergency Broadcast System, EBS system information and also Emergency Alert System. Emergency Broadcast System is what we would see on TV, on television, and on the Emergency Alert we get that on our phones. And so here's the plan. They're planning to bring those out.

 Could be as early as Friday, but it's either going to be Friday, which is tomorrow, Friday, Saturday or Sunday are supposed to bring out. So my thought is, could be over the weekend, might be tomorrow.

I personally doubt it. I think we're looking at the weekend, but when those come out there could last for five days. They could last the broadcast itself. EBS could last for up to 10 days. But my understanding is it's not going to be eight hours at a time. 24/7, it's not supposed to be that.

I don't think people can handle it. I think it's going to be little bits of information. It could start out with stuff like arrests that have taken place, could be people that we know are bad, that are going down, could be that, but it should be something where it might be a full video type programming, and then it may go to a crawler across the bottom of the screen.

And it might be you look at your normal programming, and you've got a crawler to bring you up to speed on other stuff that's going on.

Now. Why do I mention EBS, EAS? The theory is that that is our cover for going for our exchanges. That would be cover for us, getting numbers, setting appointments, and then starting exchanges. Let's say EBS kicks in by Friday - Saturday or Sunday.

We're hearing our notifications, our emails from Wells Fargo would come out Sunday or Monday, and exchanges would start Tuesday or Wednesday. So that's sort of the progression of the timeline that we have as of today, and starts with EBS, EIS. If we get that over the weekend, Saturday or even Sunday, we're in. That's our trigger to let the notifications by email come out to us.

So if we get it Saturday or Sunday, and we get notifications Monday or Tuesday, we should be exchanging according to one source, no later than Wednesday, no later than Wednesday.

So that's really where we stand on that we're trying to get confirmation on the so called bank holiday in Iraq between Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday or Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday of this week.

 We haven't confirmed it, but it was supposed to be a three day unannounced holiday in Iraq. That would also be kind of bank closures in Iraq for that. And I know that Iraq has is doing monetary reforms. I believe most of that's done, but we may have a small contingent of people from the United States over there to help them get everything that they need done correctly, at least that's what I've heard.

So let's see how that works. But as far as we know, keep an eye out for the weekend for EBS and then our notifications would follow suit, sort of Monday, Tuesday, and then exchanges to start by Wednesday. So that's what we have so far in the way of that going.

I know that they were not trading the dinar on forex as of Tuesday, and they were trading it on the Iraqi Stock Exchange. The ISS, and it probably needs to trade up to get to the rates we're looking for at the redemption centers. So I don't know that there's anything else that I need to say about that.

Guys, you know, when I bring this information out - this Intel, I do it with fear and trepidation, sometimes not really fear, but you know, guys, I'm only telling you what I'm getting from the best sources that we have. And it may not be, you know, the best in the world, but the two we have, and we like them.

We think they are the best in the world, and they're doing their best to give us good information. So beware of that. Beware that you should be ready by now for everything. If you've been listening to the big call for the last 14 years, you know what the banks do more than the redemption center staff does, and you'll just be super ready to go whenever we get the numbers. You won't be panicking, you'll be chilled, and you'll be able to just make that call and then set up your appointment and go,

Okay, that's what I wanted to say for tonight. All right, thanks, everybody. Let's go ahead and let's go ahead and pray the call, and then we'll take it from there,

And before I go, I want to thank Sue and Bob so much for all their help. TCK, Pastor, Scott Jeannie and Doug for all the help that they're giving us to the big call and thank you satellite team, the set team that gets our call out by Starlink satellite system to as many as 20 some odd million people globe.

Thank you that they broadcast it and are able to translate it three seconds after I say it into hundreds of different languages as it reaches people all over the globe. Appreciate everybody that is listening.

Thank you big call universe for the last 14 of participation with the big call. Thank you all and God bless you all. Let's go ahead and turn off the recording.

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Seeds of Wisdom RV and Economic Updates Friday Afternoon 8-15-25

Good Afternoon  Dinar Recaps,

BRICS Expansion in 2026: African Representation, De-Dollarization, and Global Power Shifts

The BRICS alliance is experiencing an unprecedented wave of growth, with 32 nations actively seeking membership. The BRICS Expansion 2026 initiative has accelerated momentum—especially from African nations—seeking greater representation and influence in global economic governance.

From 5 to 11 Members: A Rapid Growth Trajectory

• BRICS now counts 11 full members, with recent additions including Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, UAE, Indonesia, and Saudi Arabia (formally joining in July 2025).

• This expansion marks a significant step toward challenging Western-dominated institutions and promoting multipolar economic frameworks.

• South African Minister Ronald Lamola has been a driving force for African representation, lobbying for Nigeria and Angola as potential new members.

African Nations & the Push for Economic Sovereignty

• BRICS membership offers infrastructure financing and reduced dependency on the U.S. dollar.

• Egypt’s 2023 entry stands as a model, showcasing how BRICS membership can transform economic capabilities through local currency settlements and development funding.

• Lamola emphasized unity, stating:
  “We can only grow and expand as friends when we work together for the development of our mutual sister nations.”

De-Dollarization as a Strategic Priority

• The New Development Bank (NDB) is central to BRICS’ de-dollarization strategy, with 30% of financing in local currencies to limit dollar exposure.

• Since 2016, the NDB has funded 96 projects worth $32 billion, positioning it as one of the largest alternative financing institutions outside Western control.

• This shift aligns with the bloc’s goal of building a resilient, multipolar financial system.

Future Expansion & Geopolitical Tensions

• 23 nations have submitted official applications, with Bahrain, Malaysia, Turkey, and Vietnam among top candidates.

• Energy-rich countries are drawn to BRICS for oil cooperation and alternative financial structures.

• Internal dynamics could slow expansion:

• China & Russia advocate for rapid enlargement.

• Brazil & India push for a more cautious, criteria-based selection process.

Global Backlash & Shifting Power

• UN Secretary-General António Guterres criticized the Bretton Woods system, noting:
  “This system was created by rich countries to benefit rich countries. Practically no African country was sitting at the table of the Bretton Woods Agreement.”

• President Trump’s tariff threats underscore Western concerns over BRICS’ growing influence.

• Despite opposition, the bloc’s expansion and de-dollarization strategy continues to challenge U.S. dollar dominance in global trade.

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Trump’s Gold Strategy to Revive America. Andy Schectman

Trump’s Gold Strategy to Revive America. Feat. Andy Schectman - LFTV Ep 236

Kinesis Money:  8-15-2025

In this week’s Live from the Vault, Andrew Maguire talks with Andy Schectman about Trump’s move from reserve currency reliance to reshoring US manufacturing, and potential gold-backed Treasuries to reduce debt and boost domestic industry.

Schectman examines BRICS’ gold settlement network, physical gold accumulation, and the erosion of paper market liquidity, highlighting a global shift toward gold-based trade that could reshape international financial flows beyond Western influence.

Timestamps:

 00:00 Start

01:09 Trump tariffs push nations closer to BRICS alliance

07:12 Trump explores strategies to link US Treasuries to gold

13:45 BRICS gold push mirrors Trump’s manufacturing reset strategy

19:12 China expands gold-backed payment network beyond BRICS bloc

25:11 Gold-backed BRICS payment network that can challenge SWIFT

31:03 Gold market manipulation fuels BRICS shift to physical trade

37:11 US secretly repatriating gold ahead of revaluation

43:55 Insiders dump stocks, quietly hoard gold and commodities

49:13 Gold preserves purchasing power across decades, unlike currency

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News, Rumors and Opinions Friday 8-15-2025

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

RV Excerpts from the Restored Republic via a GCR: Update as of Fri. 15 August 2025

Compiled Fri. 15 August 2025 12:01 am EST by Judy Byington

Judy Note: (The below paragraph came from a source called US of Secrets and could not be verified):

On Jan. 1 2026 the US Dollar (allegedly) collapses. The old banking system(allegedly)  dies. A new gold backed system – powered by NESARA GESARA Gold Coin – takes over. When it hits there will (allegedly) be total financial chaos. Banks freeze. Markets crash. Fortunes are wiped out – and new ones are made overnight.” …US of Secrets

The RV process is structured in phases. 

First comes preparation — assembling your documents, proof of address, IDs, project plans, banking info, and clear goals for your first 30, 60, and 90 days. 

Then comes notification, with appointment details sent securely by email or announced through trusted intel sources. 

Once booked, you (allegedly) present yourself at the Redemption Center to sign NDAs, complete post-redemption plan documents, and receive your allocations.

This is not just about money — it is about justice, sovereignty, and restoring what was stolen. The Redemption Centers are (allegedly) where the reset moves from talk to action, where God’s plan for abundance meets the readiness of those who came prepared. The door is opening, and those who are ready will step through first.

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Tues. 12 Aug. 2025: NESARA & QFS REDEMPTION – THE PROCESS BEGINS … on Telegram

The NESARA and QFS Plan is no longer theory — the RV Redemption process has (allegedly) started. This is where the financial reset becomes real, where Redemption Centers replace the role of banks for the general public, and where the protocols of NESARA/GESARA are (allegedly) applied in full.

Redemption Centers are not ordinary banks. Here, higher exchange and redemption rates are (allegedly) offered, along with (allegedly) QPhones, QLaptops, Quantum Access Account Cards, Rainbow Currency, debit cards, and even temporary trusts for those with approved Humanitarian Initiative Trusts.

 Those prepared with the standard template — approved during the Trump Administration — are (allegedly) positioned to benefit immediately.

The 4 R’s define this process. Reclamation restores what the cabal and banking elites stole over generations. 

Restitution and reparation compensate for unconstitutional taxes, interest, and debts used to bind us as chattel through birth certificates, social security numbers, and other bonds. 

Redemption comes in two forms: currency and ZIM bond exchanges at high gold-backed rates, with part allocated to humanitarian projects; and the XRP buyback, with a God-given fair market value of $1,000,000 per token already mirrored into Quantum Accounts.

Read full post here:  https://dinarchronicles.com/2025/08/15/restored-republic-via-a-gcr-update-as-of-august-14-2025-2/

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Frank26    Alaq is no longer looking for security and stability because he has it.  What he's looking for is the only reason why they have not lifted the value yet and that is the dinar mattresses.  That is the reason now and can be solved very quickly...It was exciting for him to tell Iraqi citizens, 'we're going to come out with the rate better than 1980.'  That's why this is a reinstatement.

Militia Man  Article: "The Central Bank launches the security clearance platform."  There is an estimated 80% of currency held outside the banking system. If we use the assumption that the SPP (security clearance platform) is an effort for post re-valuation or redenomination it is bolstered and supported by this action...It may trigger an influx of cash deposits as citizens exchange old notes for new notes. The platform...may be a critical tool in managing the transition, ensuring banks can handle increased volumes...The move by the central bank looks to support the assumption that the platform is part of preparatory measures...It is not surprising to see this type of action from the Central Bank. It would likely be expected. 

Currencies and Crypto Set to Climb

Edu Matrix:  8-15-2025

Get ready for a money market update that’s easy to understand and packed with the latest trends!

In this video, we break down which world currencies are set to gain strength against the U.S. dollar in the coming weeks, including the euro, British pound, Australian dollar, Japanese yen, and more.

 We’ll also take a close look at the Vietnamese dong (VND) and Iraqi dinar (IQD) to see how they might move in the short term.

, Plus, the big news—cryptocurrency is on fire!  Bitcoin has hit record highs over $124,000, and Ethereum is gaining ground fast, with some experts predicting huge jumps before the year ends.

We’ll explain why lower U.S. interest rates and new investment rules are shaking up the markets, and what it could mean for your money.

 Whether you’re into traditional currencies, digital coins, or just curious about what’s next for the dollar, this video gives you the facts in plain language. Perfect for investors, crypto fans, and anyone who wants to stay ahead in today’s fast-moving economy.

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Iraq Economic News and Points To Ponder Late Thursday Evening 8-14-25

Gold Continues To Gain As Expectations Of Interest Rate Cuts Grow And The Dollar Declines.

Time: 2025/08/14 09:45:00 Reading: 360 Times  {Economic: Al Furat News} Gold prices continued their rise for the third consecutive session on Thursday, supported by growing expectations that the US Federal Reserve will cut interest rates in September following weak inflation data, which pressured the dollar.

Spot gold rose 0.2% to $3,359.81 per ounce by 04:10 GMT. US gold futures for December delivery rose 0.3% to $3,408.50.

The dollar held near multi-week lows against major currencies, making gold cheaper for holders of other currencies, while U.S. Treasury yields remained near their lowest levels in a week.

Among other precious metals, silver rose 0.1% to $38.56 an ounce, platinum fell 0.2% to $1,337.12, and palladium rose 1.5% to $1,139.32.  LINK

The Dollar Price Fell In Local Markets Today With The Closing Of The Stock Exchange

Thursday, August 14, 2025, | Economic Number of readings: 120  Baghdad/ NINA / The dollar prices decreased in Baghdad markets today, with the closing of the stock exchange.

The dollar prices witnessed a slight decrease with the closing of Al-Kifah and Al-Harithiya stock exchanges in Baghdad, recording 140,450 dinars for $100, while this morning it recorded 140,500 dinars for $100.

Selling prices in exchange shops in local markets in Baghdad also witnessed stability, as the selling price reached 141,500 dinars for $100, while the purchase price reached 139,500 dinars for $100.

In Erbil, the dollar recorded stability, as the selling price reached 140,450 dinars for every $100, and the purchase price reached 140,350 dinars for $100. https://ninanews.com/Website/News/Details?key=1246368

A UN Report Shows Iraq's Progress In Sustainable Development

Local | 08/14/2025   Mawazine News - Baghdad:  The United Nations Country Team in Iraq has released its 2024 Annual Results Report, highlighting the transformative achievements Iraq has made in partnership with the United Nations, accelerating its progress towards achieving the Sustainable Development Goals and national priorities.

This report, prepared in close collaboration with the Government of Iraq, marks the end of the United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework for 2020-2024.

The report documents the combined impact of the partnerships of 23 UN agencies with national institutions, civil society, the private sector, and international partners.

According to the report, the United Nations and the Government of Iraq have achieved tangible progress in several areas, most notably: social cohesion, where community peacebuilding was strengthened, women and youth were empowered as peacebuilders, and assistance was provided for the safe and dignified return of displaced persons.

Initiatives also contributed to protecting the rights of minorities and supporting the most vulnerable groups. 2024 saw the first national census in over 30 years, supported by the United Nations.

The report added, "There is also economic growth through a focus on policy development, strengthening the education and vocational training sector, and encouraging entrepreneurship.

This cooperation has contributed to creating a more resilient and inclusive economy, particularly by supporting micro, small, and medium enterprises and providing financial and technical assistance to women and the most vulnerable groups.

It continued, "Also in the field of public services, the United Nations provided assistance with legislative reforms, strengthening institutional capacities, and digital governance strategies.

 Achievements included the digitization of the Water Safety Plan and the "Back to Learning" campaign, in addition to supporting customs automation through the Automated System for Customs Data (ASYCUDA), which contributed to enhancing trade. In the field of environment and climate change, a national environmental strategy was developed and biodiversity targets were adopted.

The United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP29) represented an opportunity for Iraq to showcase its efforts towards a green transformation, as an Iraqi youth delegation participated to present innovative ideas and solutions."  https://www.mawazin.net/Details.aspx?jimare=265093

Iraq Ranked 86th Globally And 10th In The Arab World In E-Commerce In 2025

Money and Business   Economy News – Baghdad   Iraq ranked 86th globally and 10th in the Arab world in online shopping by 2025, according to a report published by the American magazine "CEOWORLD."

The report stated that "the ranking was based on several factors, including the time individuals spend online each week, the percentage of online shoppers each month, and the average income spent through online platforms."

He added, "The number of online shoppers worldwide currently stands at 2.64 billion, representing more than 33% of the world's population, while total e-retail sales have reached approximately $6.31 trillion."

According to the report, "The United States topped the list, accounting for 57.54% of total online retail sales, followed by China in second place, Japan in third place, India in fourth place, Hong Kong in fifth place, and Singapore in sixth place."

Iraq ranked 86th globally and 10th in the Arab world, with a spending rate of 30.41% of total online retail sales.

In the Arab world, the UAE topped the list, ranking 13th globally, followed by Saudi Arabia, which came in second place, ranking 26th globally, followed by Qatar, which came in third place, Kuwait, which came in fourth place, Bahrain, which came in fifth place, Morocco, which came in sixth place, the Sultanate of Oman, which came in seventh place, Lebanon, which came in eighth place, Jordan, which came in ninth place, Iraq, which came in tenth place, followed by Yemen, which came in eleventh place, Tunisia, which came in thirteenth place, Algeria, which came in fourteenth place, and Egypt, which came in fifteenth place.    https://economy-news.net/content.php?id=58784

A Slight Decrease In Basra Crude Prices

Thursday, August 14, 2025, | Economic  Number of reads: 257   Baghdad / NINA / Basra Heavy and Medium crude oil prices fell on Thursday by more than one dollar.

Basra Heavy crude prices fell 92 cents, or 1.40%, to reach $64.65, while Medium crude prices fell 92 cents, or 1.34%, to reach $67.90.

Oil prices rose slightly today, regaining strength after a wave of selling in the previous session, with risk premiums rising in the market due to the upcoming meeting between US President Donald Trump and his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin.  Brent crude reached $65.91, while US crude reached $62.89. / End   https://ninanews.com/Website/News/Details?key=1246311

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Stablecoins Poised to Reshape U.S. Monetary Policy by 2030

New report projects $1 trillion annual payment volume and major impact on Treasury markets

A joint report from Keyrock and Bitso forecasts that stablecoins could reach $1 trillion in annual payment volume by 2030, representing 10% of the U.S. money supply and holding 25% of the U.S. Treasury bill market with a $2 trillion supply.

The research suggests stablecoins can process payments up to 13 times cheaper than traditional banks, with instant settlement, creating what it calls a “new financial operating system” that removes intermediaries and accelerates global value exchange.

Market Growth and Macroeconomic Impact

• Stablecoin market surged from $4 billion in 2020 to over $280 billion in 2025.

• Monthly settlements reached $1.39 trillion in the first half of 2025.

• Major issuers now rank 17th globally in U.S. Treasury holdings — ahead of South Korea, Germany, and Saudi Arabia.

• Stablecoin inflows can influence Treasury yields, making issuers active players in bond markets.

Evolving Payment Infrastructure

The report highlights the “stablecoin sandwich” model:

1. Fiat on-ramp

2. On-chain stablecoin transfer

3. Fiat off-ramp

This structure replaces correspondent banks with programmable, instant settlement bridges.
Other innovations include:

• Virtual USD accounts — mimic U.S. bank accounts but run on blockchain.

• Self-custody options reducing reliance on local banking.

• Proprietary stablecoins launched by major fintech firms to control payment networks.

Programmability and New Applications

Programmable stablecoins could enable:

• Trustless escrow

• Automated corporate liquidity management

• Real-time payroll

• IoT micropayments based on sensor data

FX Market Disruption

The $7.5 trillion daily foreign exchange market is a prime target:

• On-chain FX enables instant, risk-free settlement (T+0, 24/7).

• Could eliminate pre-funding inefficiencies that tie up $27 trillion in global bank accounts.

• Stablecoin-powered platforms achieve far higher capital turnover than traditional money transfer operators.

Regulatory Tensions

• U.S. banking associations warn that yield-bearing stablecoins could trigger $6.6 trillion in deposit outflows, destabilizing banks.

• Banks are lobbying for tighter GENIUS Act restrictions.

• Coinbase and PayPal continue to offer rewards programs, claiming they are not issuers.

Cross-Border Adoption

• Stablecoins projected to facilitate 12% of global cross-border flows by 2030.

• Visa partners with Yellow Card Financial for stablecoin payments in 20 African countries.

• Mastercard integrates Chainlink to enable crypto purchases for 3 billion cardholders.

Bottom line: Stablecoins are rapidly evolving from niche digital assets to a core component of global finance, with the potential to reshape U.S. monetary policy, disrupt the FX market, and challenge traditional banking models.

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Source: Cryptonews

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U.S. Treasury Reaffirms Plans for Strategic Bitcoin Reserve

Secretary Bessent walks back earlier remarks that rattled markets

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent clarified Thursday that the department is still exploring budget-neutral ways to purchase Bitcoin for the nation’s Strategic Bitcoin Reserve — reversing comments made earlier in the day that had triggered a $55 billion market sell-off.

“Treasury is committed to exploring budget-neutral pathways to acquire more Bitcoin to expand the reserve, and to execute on the President’s promise to make the United States the ‘Bitcoin superpower of the world,’”
— Scott Bessent, via X

Bessent reiterated that Bitcoin forfeited to the federal government would remain the foundation of the reserve.

Market Impact

• Initial FOX Business interview was interpreted as Treasury abandoning Bitcoin purchases.

• Within 40 minutes, Bitcoin’s price fell from $121,073 to $118,886.

• Clarification later in the day eased concerns, but Bitcoin remained near $118,500.

Ongoing Strategy & Delays

• Strategic Bitcoin Reserve established by Executive Order (March 6), alongside a Digital Asset Stockpile.

• Reserve currently relies on seized crypto assets from criminal cases.

• Additional purchases require budget-neutral funding — meaning no extra taxpayer cost.

• Proposed funding ideas include:

• Reevaluating Treasury’s gold certificates.

• Using tariff revenue.

• Treasury has been in the “exploration” phase for five months, frustrating some industry leaders.

Criticism from the Crypto Sector

• Bitcoin mining firm Braiins CEO Eli Nagar criticized the slow pace:

“At some point, exploration without execution starts to look like avoidance.”

• Concerns persist that other nations could front-run U.S. Bitcoin accumulation.

Congressional Role

• Treasury may need Congressional approval for budget-neutral Bitcoin purchases.

• Sen. Cynthia Lummis urged lawmakers to advance her BITCOIN Act to facilitate the process.

No Plans to Sell

• Bessent confirmed that U.S. will stop selling its Bitcoin holdings.

• Estimated current holdings:

• 198,012 BTC (BitBo data).

• Valued between $15B–$23.5B depending on market price.

Bottom line: Despite market confusion, the Treasury’s Bitcoin strategy remains intact but slow-moving, with political hurdles and funding mechanics still unresolved. The U.S. remains one of the largest national holders of Bitcoin — but the pace of accumulation may determine whether it can meet its goal of becoming the world’s Bitcoin superpower.

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Source: Cointelegraph

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Ripple CTO Says XRP Ledger Ready to Power the Future of Global Financial Infrastructure

Ripple CTO David Schwartz says the XRP Ledger (XRPL) is fully equipped to serve as a cornerstone of global financial systems, noting that Ripple has been building toward this vision for over 13 years.

In a detailed post on X, Schwartz addressed the recent wave of stablecoin and payment companies launching their own blockchains, viewing it as confirmation that blockchain has become essential to financial infrastructure. He stressed that while launching a blockchain is challenging, building a trusted ecosystem with liquidity, real-world adoption, and active developers is even harder — an area where XRPL has a long-standing advantage.

Key Differences and Advantages of XRPL

• Unlike some blockchains that use permissioned validators — placing control in a few hands — XRPL is public and permissionless by default, offering greater resilience and global reach.

• The network also supports optional permissioned features for regulated, compliance-driven use cases.

• Low, predictable transaction fees with no separate gas token; transactions are paid in XRP, which also acts as a bridge asset for cross-border payments.

Influence on Newer Chains
Schwartz noted that newer blockchains are beginning to adopt XRPL-inspired features such as deterministic finality and the Proof-of-Authority (PoA) consensus mechanism, which ensure predictable and reliable settlement — key for institutional financial applications.

Looking Ahead
The Ripple CTO anticipates upcoming XRPL upgrades will enhance programmability, expand liquidity, and add compliance-grade capabilities for institutions. He welcomed new blockchain developers to “the party,” framing the industry’s rapid expansion as a positive sign of mainstream adoption.

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Source: The Crypto Basic

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Tishwash:  Rafidain Bank signs an agreement with an American company in the field of financial consulting and oversight.

Rafidain Bank announced today, Friday, the signing of a professional partnership agreement with an American company in the field of financial consulting and oversight.

Rafidain Bank Director General Ali Karim Hussein Zahir Al-Fatlawi said in a statement published by the Iraqi Embassy in Washington, "In a new strategic step that reflects Iraq's growing financial standing on the international stage, the Iraqi Embassy in Washington witnessed the signing of a professional partnership agreement between Rafidain Bank and K2 Integrity, a global leader in financial and regulatory consulting."

He added that "the agreement includes providing a comprehensive package of services, including combating money laundering and terrorist financing, implementing compliance systems in line with international standards, and strengthening the regulatory infrastructure of Iraqi banks." He noted that "this cooperation is part of the Iraqi government's strategy to build a strong and transparent financial sector capable of keeping pace with global economic transformations and consolidating Iraq's position as a promising financial center in the region."

He explained that "this partnership represents a qualitative leap forward in the path of banking reform," noting that "the agreement will contribute to strengthening confidence in Iraqi banks and opening broader horizons for cooperation with correspondent banks around the world, supporting the government's goals of building a strong, transparent financial sector that is consistent with international best practices."

This signing comes as an extension of the government's approach to launching strategic projects that enhance Iraq's position as a promising financial center in the region, and consolidate its image as a country capable of keeping pace with global economic transformations with confidence and competence.  link

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Tishwash:  Development Plan 2024–2028: Iraq moves towards a productive economy with revenues exceeding 700 trillion dinars.

In one of the most significant economic transformations in recent years, the Iraqi government has begun implementing the National Development Plan for 2024–2028. The plan aims to transform the national economy by diversifying sources of income and reducing dependence on oil, while also addressing unemployment and boosting investment in vital sectors.

The plan, supported by a clear government vision and political will, includes profound structural reforms and precise performance indicators that are monitored periodically. This comes at a time when projected revenues are estimated at more than 710 trillion Iraqi dinars and investments exceeding 240 trillion dinars are required to achieve its goals.

While the Ministry of Planning emphasized the importance of capital allocation and investment in priority sectors, government agencies viewed the plan as a true economic lever, while economic experts considered it one of the most realistic and comprehensive plans for addressing Iraq's development challenges.

For his part, the Prime Minister's Advisor for Financial and Economic Affairs, Mazhar Mohammed Saleh, highlighted the importance of the five-year national development plan for the years 2024–2028.

Speaking to Al-Eqtisad News, Saleh emphasized that the five-year plan reflects a genuine national determination to achieve significant goals in economic progress and prosperity, noting that it relies on population census data to accurately and efficiently guide its implementation.

He added that the plan's fundamental objective is to implement profound structural reforms, transforming it from a mere written document into an economic lever capable of transforming the production and employment equation and transforming Iraq from a rentier economy to a productive and competitive one, provided it is managed efficiently as a comprehensive national mission.

The advisor pointed out that the success of the five-year plan requires a combination of institutional, financial, and executive components, most notably political will embodied in the government program, with direct support from senior leadership, which has worked to protect planning institutions from fluctuations.

He also stressed the importance of providing a binding legislative and regulatory framework to transform the plan into a law that defines objectives, resources, and responsible parties, in addition to ensuring sustainable and diversified funding consisting of oil revenues, private investments, and soft development loans.

Clear performance indicators and periodic monitoring

Saleh explained that the plan relies on precise governance and continuous monitoring based on key performance indicators (KPIs), which are reviewed semi-annually to ensure commitment and actual implementation of projects.

According to Al-Sudani's advisor, the most prominent targeted indicators include "annual GDP growth of no less than 5%, an unemployment rate of no more than 8% annually, an inflation rate of no more than 5%, and a petrochemical sector contribution of 5% to GDP."

He pointed to increasing oil production to 6 million barrels per day, utilizing associated gas by 90%, and increasing the contribution of non-oil sectors to more than 50% of national income. The plan also includes indicators related to the manufacturing, health, education, and infrastructure sectors.

Professional Management and Community Engagement

Saleh added that an important success factor is the formation of specialized implementation teams to manage projects according to international standards (PMI), without quotas or regional distribution. He emphasized the importance of civil society and private sector participation in formulating and implementing the plan, including chambers of commerce and industry and unions.

He concluded by stating that the five-year plan represents a fundamental pillar of sustainable development in Iraq, and requires concerted efforts and genuine national commitment to ensure its transformation into a tangible reality that is reflected in citizens' living standards and overall economic growth.

In addition, the Ministry of Planning announced that the total revenues expected to be achieved during the five-year development plan period (2024-2028) amount to approximately 710 trillion Iraqi dinars.

The ministry's official spokesperson, Abdul Zahra Al-Hindawi, told the official agency that the largest portion of these revenues will come from the oil sector, with oil revenues expected to reach approximately 631 trillion dinars, while non-oil revenues are estimated at approximately 79 trillion dinars.

Al-Hindawi added that the five-year plan estimated the volume of investments required to achieve the targeted economic growth rate of 4.24% during its implementation period at more than 241 trillion dinars.

Meanwhile, economic researcher Ali Daadoush asserted that the recently prepared five-year plan is one of the best studies to address the reality of the Iraqi economy, addressing key economic challenges and presenting future investment opportunities to advance the country's development.

In an interview with Al-Eqtisad News, Daadoush explained that the plan sets ambitious macroeconomic trends, most notably achieving a targeted growth rate of 5% to 6% on an annual average, in addition to targeting natural inflation, stabilizing the exchange rate, and reducing the general budget deficit.

He pointed out that the plan focused on productive sectors, particularly agriculture and food industries, by adopting modern irrigation systems and strategic crops with high water returns, and by establishing specialized logistics and manufacturing zones for dates, grains, poultry, and dairy products, with the aim of enhancing import substitution and increasing local added value.

According to Daadoush, the plan also addressed challenges in other sectors, such as the digital economy, payment systems, and financial sector reform, along with private sector development and increased employment opportunities. A "single window" approach was adopted to remove regulatory barriers (such as licenses, taxes, and industrial land allocation) within a period not exceeding 72 hours, in addition to linking technical education to the needs of priority sectors.

Regarding the components of the plan's success, the researcher stressed the importance of having clear governance and issuing a playbook for projects that includes the stages of selection, financing, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation, in addition to shifting from item budgets to program and performance budgets, so that each plan includes a program with performance indicators, a direct supervisor, a specific budget, and clear outputs.

Daadoush concluded his remarks by emphasizing the need to enact a law mandating the implementation of the national plan, in conjunction with the general budget and the government program. He considered this tripartite integration to be the cornerstone of sustainable development in Iraq.

The Ministry of Planning believes that the largest share of capital formation will be allocated to the oil sector, at 27.4%, followed by the housing ownership sector, at 22.5%, and then social development services, at 20.8%.

She pointed out that "the water and electricity sector will constitute 8.6% of the total planned capital formation, while the manufacturing sector's share will be approximately 7.8%  link

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