“The System Is Ending” - Clive Thompson’s Final Warning on Gold & Fiat Collapse

“The System Is Ending” - Clive Thompson’s Final Warning on Gold & Fiat Collapse

ITM Trading:  10-26-2025

Clive Thompson, a former Swiss banker, shares hard-won lessons from decades on the inside: gold carried families through war, preserved wealth through collapse, and shielded everyday people through major crises.

 Now, he’s warning that the fiat system is failing, and few are prepared.

In a world buzzing with fleeting trends and digital promises, some truths remain constant, shining brighter with each passing year. One such truth, the enduring value of gold, is championed by a man whose life has been inextricably woven with this precious metal for half a century:

Clive Thompson. A seasoned expert whose career has spanned from the trading floors of London to the secure vaults of Swiss private banking, Clive offers insights that are not just theoretical, but forged in the crucible of real-world experience.

Clive’s journey with gold began not in a bustling financial district, but with a simple yet profound lesson from his grandfather. Imagine being a child, presented with a choice: ephemeral paper money, fleeting chocolate, or a gleaming gold sovereign.

This early exercise in discernment laid the foundation for Clive’s lifelong understanding: gold possessed an intrinsic worth that paper currency, a mere promise, could never truly match. It was a tangible asset, a physical representation of value, even then.

From these formative lessons, Clive’s professional life unfurled, cementing his conviction. Decades spent navigating diverse financial landscapes – from the dynamic markets of London to the strategic havens of the Cayman Islands and the meticulous world of Swiss private banking – allowed him to witness firsthand gold’s unparalleled role as a “wealth shield.”

Through crises, wars, economic upheavals, and market volatility, gold consistently acted as an unflinching guardian of wealth, preserving fortunes when other assets faltered.

He recounts stories of clients who, guided by foresight or instinct, chose gold over precarious paper assets. Their enduring legacy often became the preservation of family wealth across generations, a testament to gold’s permanence. Clive vividly remembers the 2008 financial crisis, a pivotal moment when the sudden surge in demand for physical gold overwhelmed supply. This stark reality underscores a critical lesson: the time to own gold is before the panic, not during it.

What makes gold so resilient? Clive emphasizes its fundamental properties: liquidity, portability, and permanence.

Unlike the ephemeral whispers of fiat currencies, which throughout history have collapsed under the weight of their own making, gold remains. It’s a tangible asset that can be easily converted, moved, and, crucially, cannot be printed into oblivion by governments. It holds its value not by decree, but by millennia of human trust and inherent scarcity.

Clive’s insights extend beyond individual portfolios to the precarious state of the global financial system. He points to the staggering realities of soaring government debt, unchecked money printing, and inflating asset bubbles.

The pivotal moment, he argues, was the abandonment of the gold standard in 1971, which unleashed a torrent of unchecked fiat currency inflation, eroding purchasing power at an accelerating rate.

He warns that the current trajectory is unsustainable. The global financial system, built on layers of debt and manufactured money, is nearing a critical juncture.

When fiat currencies inevitably lose all their value – a historical pattern that repeats itself – gold, Clive asserts, will reclaim its rightful role as real money, the bedrock of financial stability.

For Clive Thompson, gold is not merely an investment; it is a permanent, private, and tangible form of wealth. It is protection against systemic risk and a legacy for future generations. It’s about securing what’s truly valuable when the illusion of paper wealth dissipates.

In a world teetering on the edge of a financial reset, Clive’s message is clear and urgent: prepare now. Don’t wait for the inevitable.

Ready to safeguard your future and understand the enduring power of gold? Watch the full video from ITM Trading for further insights from Clive Thompson, a man whose 50 years with gold speak volumes. The wisdom of experience is invaluable – especially when it comes to the future of your wealth.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ziKn82KZRng

Monday Coffee with MarkZ. 10/27/2025

Monday Coffee with MarkZ. 10/27/2025

Some highlights by PDK-Not verbatim

MarkZ Disclaimer: Please consider everything on this call as my opinion. People who take notes do not catch everything and its best to watch the video so that you get everything in context.  Be sure to consult a professional for any financial decisions

Member: Good morning, Mark, mods, and fellow Dinarians

Member: Happy Marvelous Monday…… praying this is our week

Member: Nader posted a video saying the 50, 100 and 200 dinar notes are in circulation and the 1,5 and 10 dinar notes would be soon.

MZ: That would be accurate. We started seeing a lot more over the weekend. Stacks of the $50’s. (Mark shows a $50 note) It used to be rare to see one….now we are seeing stacks of them at banks and exchange areas. Which does not make much sense unless there is soon to be a value change.

Member: Frank said even coins are being shown to the Iraqi people as of yesterday…

Member: They showed the coins and lower denoms on the TV in Iraq Saturday

Member: Last night on Frank26 : IRAQ officially begins distributing lower denomination currency notes - SHAFAQ NEWS + fills ( coins )

MZ: I talked to MilitiaMan about this today . Why would they need a $50 dinar note worth about 3.8 cents US? But suddenly over the weekend we had something change. We started seeing stacks of these at larger stores and money exchange locations. So they are putting these out to be widely circulated. Maybe they are getting people used to seeing  them in circulation before the revaluation? Now they are again talking about 1,s, 5;s, 10,s and 20;s.

MZ: The $50 dinar note would be a great bridge while they roll out the other lower denominations and the coins. Coins make no sense at all unless there is a value change unbound.

Member: Mnt Goat (From Dinar Guru)  Article:  “NO OBSTACLES IN WAY OF WITHDRAWING OIL REVENUES FROM US BANKS” ...the interesting part about the article is it finishes with talk of removing the zeros...if we take what they just said to us in these recent articles about deleting the zeros it appears to me, and was confirmed to me on Wednesday by my CBI contact that the CBI is going to fund the 2026 budget with the reinstatement and new rate.

MZ: That would fit with what I am hearing…if they want to pass the budget now…they need to revalue npw.

Member: Once Iraq commits to deleting zeros the reinstatement would be quick to ensure stability. But its the stability that brings revaluation. How long might that take reaching REER? (Real Effective Exchange Rate)

Member: Hopefully at the same time

Member: Does iraq need to be in the wto to revalue thanks

Member: I think Iraq needs to revalue in order to be in the WTO!

MZ: “Make Iraq Great Again-Trumps new slogan for Iraq” This is hitting the news and becoming popular in Iraq. One of the ways They would achieve this is a new rate.

MZ: “ Al Alaq: Rafidain Bank adopts the latest electronic payment technology”  Another part of the white paper reforms so they can lift the purchasing power of Iraqis.

MZ: “A historical look at Iraq’s coins and banknotes” this is a fantastic one showing coins and currency over the years….this is a great history lesson.

​​Member: Mark did you hear back from your bond person if they got spendable $$

MZ: My bond person showed up at the bank this morning …the payout is still “pending” and the bank told them they expected it to be released today. He is keeping an eye on it every hour. If I hear he has the full release of funds – I will post it at Truth and Twitter(X)

MZ: Another bond folks…a bigger bond holder with a paymaster has an appointment tomorrow on Tuesday to follow up on last weeks meeting. They think they are going to have dollars. So we will be watching there as well.

Member: if the bond contact money go through does that mean anything for us? Or is it just yet another person getting paid and us not going?

Member: When Historic bonds go…Mark was told we are next in line….its a indicator on timing.

Member: Quick question. With the bond contact watching transfer on Friday and needing to wait until Monday for liquidity it seems as if the payment is in fiat .

Member: Most of the bond money and the payouts like CMKX , fines and penalties, and Prosperity Packages are supposed to be paid in fiat. Then it is supposed to be an RV (Revaluation) and the balance paid in asset backed.   

Member: Even if we get paid in fiat….when the financial system changes to gold/asset backed our funds will automatically roll over to new currency …imo

Member: Show me the gold backed real money

Member: Reno is hopping right now with private planes

Member: Trump said he might extend his Asian trip. Maybe that is to accommodate the RV.

MZ: Mr. C had said last week that he heard a RUMOR that they may visit him on this Thursday…and he will wait and see. He hopes it is accurate.

Mr. Cottrell joins the stream to repeat this rumor

Mr. C: Yes there was a rumor from 2 different sources that it would happen this Thursday. Like all other rumors the last 30 years…I take it with a grain of salt. It would be nice if it happened…but, we will see. When It happens – you will know.

MZ: And I have heard a lot of rumors about Oct. 30th…It would be an ideal time.

Member:  Keeping fingers crossed that this is our week!

Member: Please People, Manage Your Expectations & Do Not Take The Bi Polar Rollercoaster Express

Member: Everyone have a great day……

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“Tidbits From TNT” Monday 10-27-2025

TNT:

Tishwash:  Expert: Iraqi banks are required to keep pace with cross-border payments

A banking expert confirmed that the recent development in international payment systems using the digital renminbi represents a strategic turning point in global trade, and opens new horizons for import, export and foreign loan settlements.

 Expert Faiq Al-Obaidi told (Al-Zaman) yesterday that (this development requires Iraqi banking administrations to quickly keep pace with the new system and provide intensive training on its working mechanisms, to ensure the banks' ability to deal efficiently with cross-border digital payments

Al-Obaidi explained that (the monetary authority is required to issue clear instructions and controls, and grant approvals to banks participating in the new system, especially since most Iraqi banks have taken the initiative to open accounts in Chinese currency Which prepares the financial infrastructure to benefit from this digital revolution).

The People's Bank of China announced that the digital renminbi (Chinese yuan) cross-border settlement system will be fully linked with the ten member states of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations and six countries in the Middle East.Observers believed yesterday that (38 percent of the volume of global trade will exceed the SWIFT system, which is dominated by the United States, and the system will enter directly into what they described as the digital renminbi moment).

For its part, The Economist magazine said yesterday that (this step constitutes a battle for the front bulwark of the Bretton Woods 2.0 system), adding that (blockchain-based technology is rewriting the basic code of the global economy, while increasing settlement speed and reducing costs in an unprecedented way), and explained that (the traditional SWIFT system suffers from a delay of 3 to 5 days in cross-border payments, While the Chinese digital bridge reduced the settlement time to only 7 seconds).

 In the first test between Hong Kong and Abu Dhabi, a company paid a supplier in the Middle East using the digital renminbi, and the money did not pass through six intermediary banks, but was received directly through a distributed ledger, reducing processing fees by 98 percent.

In a two-country, two-park project between China and Indonesia, an industrial bank used digital renminbi to complete the first cross-border payment, and the process took just 8 seconds from order confirmation to funds arriving, 100 times faster than traditional methods.

This technical superiority prompted 23 central banks around the world to join the digital bridge test, with energy traders in the Middle East reducing settlement costs by 75 percent.

Experts confirmed yesterday that (this technical superiority made the traditional settlement system dominated by the dollar appear immediately backward, and that the technology not only allows immediate tracking, but also automatically applies anti-money laundering rules), and they pointed out that (China is gradually building its financial sovereignty), and they added (when the United States tried to impose sanctions on Iran through the SWIFT system, China had already established a closed loop of renminbi payments in Southeast Asia.

The volume of cross-border settlement in renminbi in ASEAN countries amounted to more than 5.8 trillion yuan in 2024, an increase of 120 percent compared to 2021, while ix countries, including Malaysia and Singapore, included the renminbi in their foreign currency reserves, and Thailand completed its first oil deal using the digital renminbi.

According to the circulated data, (the wave of eliminating the dominance of the dollar prompted the Bank for International Settlements to say that China is redefining the rules of the game in the era of digital currencies), and the data pointed out that (the digital renminbi is not just a payment tool, but rather carries the Chinese Belt and Road strategy), stressing that (in projects such as the China-Laos Railway and the Jakarta-Bandung Railway, the digital renminbi has been integrated with the navigation system),

Emphasizing that (European car companies use the digital renminbi to settle shipping via the polar route, while China increases trade efficiency by 400 percent), and pointing out that (this strategy makes the dominance of the US dollar systematically threatened for the first time), the data stressed that (87 percent of the world's countries have completed adapting their systems to the digital renminbi, and the volume of cross-border payments has exceeded 1.$2 trillion, and China has built a digital payments network covering 200 countries, concluding that this silent financial revolution is not just monetary sovereignty, but determines who controls the lifeblood of the global economy in the future.  link

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Tishwash:  Al-Sudani issues directives to financial and banking institutions

 Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani directed, on Sunday (October 26, 2025), government and private financial and banking institutions to enhance cooperation with Arab and foreign investors, in a manner that serves Iraq's interests and supports the building of a strong, diversified, and sustainable economy.

Al-Sudani's media office stated in a statement received by "Baghdad Today" that "this came during his attendance at the opening ceremony of the Arab Bank –Iraq, in which Iraqi, Arab and foreign capital contributes," stressing that "the opening of this bank represents an embodiment of investors' confidence in the Iraqi economy and the attractive business environment that has been established during the past period." Pointing out that the bank's presence represents a strategic addition to the national banking sector and a model for modern financial institutions capable of providing advanced services and financing sustainable development projects.

The Prime Minister explained that "the success of this project requires cooperation between Arab Bank–Iraq, national banks, government agencies, and the private sector, in order to employ financial capabilities and banking expertise to support the government's development programs and projects."

He stressed that "the government is continuing to reform the financial and banking system and transform from a single rentier economy to a diversified and sustainable economy that depends on investing in natural resources".

He explained that "these reforms were implemented despite their great social and political costs, and contributed to raising the level of reliability with international financial institutions and creating a safe and attractive financial environment for investment."

He added, "Iraq is witnessing a phase of real development and broad investment opportunities in various sectors, stressing the need for modern digital banking services that meet the needs of individuals and institutions and keep pace with global development in banking".

Al-Sudani concluded by stressing that integration between Iraqi financial institutions and Arab and foreign investors represents a fundamental step towards enhancing economic growth and consolidating financial stability in the country.  link

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Tishwah: Rafidain Bank: Partnership with the Central Bank and the Payments Council is a Successful Model for Managing Financial Transformation

Rafidain Bank announced on Sunday that its partnership with the Central Bank and the Payments Council represents a successful model for managing financial transformation, while indicating its commitment to moving towards an integrated digital financial system.

The bank stated in a statement received by Al-Rabia News Agency: "The bank's Director General, Ali Karim Hussein Al-Fatlawi, participated in the regular meeting of the Iraqi National Payments Council, which was held at the headquarters of the Central Bank of Iraq, headed by the Governor of the Central Bank, Ali Mohsen Al-Allaq, and attended by representatives of ministries, government institutions, and the financial and banking sectors."

According to the statement, Al-Fatlawi said, "The bank is proceeding with confident strides in its strategic partnership with the Central Bank and the National Payments Council to develop the digital payments infrastructure and consolidate the transition towards a national economy based on financial inclusion and technological innovation."

He emphasized that "the bank is working to strengthen its role as a key driver of the digital transformation of the Iraqi banking sector by investing in modern financial technologies and expanding the electronic payment services network, in line with the national vision led by the Central Bank and the Payments Council to build a more efficient and transparent financial system."

He explained that "the bank attaches great importance to developing the technological infrastructure of its banking systems, enhancing cybersecurity and data protection, and spreading the culture of financial awareness among citizens, especially youth and students, as they are the targeted generation for the transition to digital banking services."

He pointed out that "the close partnership between the Central Bank, the Payments Council, and Rafidain Bank represents a successful model of institutional integration in managing financial and digital transformation in Iraq," stressing that "the bank will continue to play its leading role in empowering the national banking sector and expanding the base of financial inclusion, thus enhancing economic stability and serving sustainable development."  link

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

Good Morning Dinar Recaps,

Global Equities Surge on U.S.–China Trade Optimism

Markets rally worldwide as investors sense a thaw in global tensions

Global markets opened the week with strong momentum as optimism grew over renewed trade cooperation between the United States and China. Hints of a potential trade framework — coupled with encouraging inflation data — have pushed investors back into equities and risk assets.

Key Market Movements

• Asia leads the charge: Japan’s Nikkei 225 surged over 2.5%, and South Korea’s KOSPI rose nearly 3%, buoyed by tech-sector strength.

• European indexes followed suit, with the FTSE 100 and DAX climbing as investors rotated out of defensive positions.

• Gold and bonds declined, signaling a return of risk appetite.

• Currencies shifted: the Chinese yuan strengthened, while the U.S. dollar was mixed across major pairs.

• Commodities such as copper rose on expectations of increased industrial demand.

Why It Matters

• Trade thaw = global growth pulse: Reducing U.S.–China trade risk restores confidence in supply chains, manufacturing, and corporate investment.

• Capital flow rotation: Investors are moving from safe havens into growth assets — a structural signal of shifting global sentiment.

• Global Financial Reset connection: The emerging trade détente is more than diplomacy — it’s part of a restructuring of the global financial architecture:
  “This is not just politics — it’s global finance restructuring before our eyes.”

The Bigger Picture

If sustained, trade normalization could help rebuild global capital flows, re-anchor commodity pricing, and boost confidence in emerging markets. But the rally’s durability hinges on whether promises translate into formal agreements and continued inflation moderation.

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

Seeds of Wisdom Team
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Sources:

• Financial Times – Global stocks rally on US-China trade optimism

• Reuters – Stocks rally, safe-havens retreat on trade deal optimism

• Bloomberg Market Wrap – Asia leads risk rally on trade thaw and inflation relief

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Year-End Outlook Brightens: Inflation Eases, Trade Progress Lifts Confidence

Analysts forecast a strong finish to 2025 as twin headwinds subside

After months of uncertainty, two major drivers — softening inflation and trade détente — are reshaping the global outlook. Market sentiment has shifted decisively toward optimism as investors anticipate policy easing and stronger earnings growth heading into year-end.

Key Indicators Supporting the Rally

• Inflation cools: U.S. CPI and European inflation prints both came in below forecasts, reinforcing expectations of central bank rate cuts.

• Trade relief: U.S.–China negotiations appear to be advancing, calming fears of tariff escalation and supply bottlenecks.

• Corporate outlook improves: Multinationals are revising forward guidance upward as input costs decline.

• Emerging-market capital inflows are accelerating, reflecting renewed confidence in cross-border growth.

Why It Matters

• Policy flexibility returns: Lower inflation gives central banks space to pivot toward growth-supportive stances.

• Stronger global linkages: Fewer trade barriers encourage capital mobility and resource reallocation — a hallmark of systemic realignment.

• RESET connection: Together, inflation moderation and trade cooperation mark a shift in the monetary order, supporting your consistent theme:
  “This is not just politics — it’s global finance restructuring before our eyes.”

Risks to Watch

• Persistent services inflation could stall policy easing.

• Trade deals may face political delays or reversals ahead of election cycles.

• Market optimism may be overextended if corporate earnings fail to justify valuations.

Strategic View

The alignment of easing inflation and improved trade conditions suggests a foundation for a more balanced, multipolar financial system. For investors, it signals a likely shift from defensive strategies toward innovation, infrastructure, and resource assets that benefit from global reintegration.

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

Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News™ Exclusive

Sources:

• The Australian – Markets to finish 2025 strongly amid US-China trade breakthrough, inflation beat

• Reuters – Global markets wrap: Inflation easing boosts risk sentiment

• Bloomberg Economics – Inflation trajectory and central-bank signaling

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Iraq Economic News and Points To Ponder Monday Morning 10-27-25

The Prime Minister Directs Financial And Banking Institutions To Cooperate With Arab And Foreign Investors. 
 
Yesterday, 22:48   Baghdad – INA  Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani  directed financial and banking institutions, on Sunday,  to cooperate with Arab and foreign investors to serve Iraq and support the economy.
 
The Prime Minister's media office stated in a statement received by the Iraqi News Agency (INA), that  "Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani  attended the opening of the Arab Bank-Iraq,  which is contributed by Iraqi, Arab and foreign capital." 

Al-Sudani stressed, according to the statement, that   "the opening of this bank,  with the contribution of an elite group of Arab and foreign investors,  both individuals and institutions,  represents a clear affirmation of confidence in the Iraqi economy,  the work accomplished during the past period,  and the business environment that is attractive to investment." 

He explained that  "the presence of the Arab Bank of Iraq  represents a strategic addition to the national banking sector,  and is a model for the modern, effective banking institutions we aspire to,  capable of providing advanced services  that contribute to financing sustainable development."

 He emphasized the  "need to stimulate the financing of diverse investment projects and opportunities,  in light of the presence of a bold and capable Iraqi private sector that understands the intricacies of the investment environment." 

Al-Sudani pointed out that  "it is important for there to be cooperation between the Arab Bank-Iraq,  national banking institutions, government agencies, the private sector,  and Arab and foreign investors,  in order to utilize existing financial capabilities and banking expertise to support government programs and development projects."   https://ina.iq/ar/economie/246554-.html    

Rafidain: Partnership With The Central Bank And The Payments Council Is A Successful Model For Managing Financial Transformation.
 
Yesterday, 20:35 Baghdad – INA Rafidain Bank announced on Sunday that its partnership with the Central Bank and the Payments Council   is a successful model for managing financial transformation, while  indicating a move toward an integrated digital financial system.
 
The bank said in a statement received by the Iraqi News Agency (INA), "The bank's general manager, Ali Karim Hussein Al-Fatlawi, participated in the regular meeting of the Iraqi National Payments Council,   which was held at the headquarters of the Central Bank of Iraq,  headed by the Central Bank Governor, Ali Mohsen Al-Allaq, and   attended by representatives of    ministries,  government institutions, and the   financial and banking sectors."
 
Al-Fatlawi said, according to the statement, that "the bank is proceeding with confidence   in its strategic partnership with the    Central Bank and the    National Payments Council to     develop the digital payments infrastructure and    consolidate the transition to a national economy     based on   financial inclusion and   technological innovation.

"  He stressed that "the bank is working to  strengthen its role as a key driver   of the digital transformation of the Iraqi banking sector  by investing in   modern financial technologies and   expanding the electronic payment services network,  in line with the national vision   led by the   Central Bank and the  Payments Council to build a more efficient and transparent financial system.

" He explained that "the bank attaches great importance to   developing the technological infrastructure of its banking systems,   enhancing cybersecurity and data protection, and   spreading the culture of financial awareness among citizens,   especially youth and students,   as they are the targeted generation   in the transition to digital banking services." 

He pointed out that "the close partnership between the   Central Bank, the   Payments Council, and   Rafidain Bank    represents a successful model of institutional integration in managing    financial and digital transformation in Iraq," stressing that "the bank will continue to play its leading role in   empowering the national banking sector and   expanding the base of financial inclusion,   enhancing economic stability and   serving sustainable development."    https://ina.iq/ar/economie/246545-.html    

The Governor Of The Central Bank Of Iraq Meets With The Director Of GIZ In Iraq
 
October 26, 2025  His Excellency the Governor of the Central Bank of Iraq, Mr. Ali Mohsen Al-Alaq, received in Baghdad the Country Executive Director of the German Agency for International Cooperation (GIZ) in Iraq, Mr. Axel Klaphak.
 
The meeting discussed the agency's projects in the fields of   finance,   entrepreneurship,   skills development, and   financial infrastructure.
 
His Excellency the Governor began by discussing the "Strengthening Public Finance and Financial Markets (FFM)" projects.
 
Project Manager Tobias Langa and FFM Project Advisor Hussein Al-Maamouri provided a comprehensive explanation of
how to increase financing and borrowing for small and medium-sized entrepreneurial projects and facilitate procedures.
 
Executive Director Mr. Kalbhaka expressed his deep gratitude to His Excellency the Governor of the Central Bank
for his essential and effective role in supporting small and medium-sized enterprises in Iraq   by providing financing and facilitating procedures.   Central Bank of Iraq    Media Office   https://cbi.iq/news/view/3027  

The Governor Of The Central Bank Receives The CEO Of Al Baraka Bank Bahrain.
 
October 26, 2025  His Excellency the Governor of the Central Bank of Iraq, Mr. Ali Mohsen Al-Alaq, received in Baghdad the  General Manager and CEO of Al Baraka Bank Bahrain, Dr. Adel Salem,  and his accompanying delegation.
 
His Excellency discussed the   recent reforms in the Iraqi banking sector and   their impact on enhancing confidence in the   banking environment and   financial transactions.
 
Mr. Salem discussed   opportunities for expansion in the Iraqi market and   ways to enhance joint banking cooperation with Gulf banks,   with the possibility of opening doors to cooperation with the bank   through training and   qualification for Iraqi bank employees to gain successful experiences    between the two parties.   Central Bank of Iraq    Media Office https://cbi.iq/news/view/3028    

The Governor Of The Central Bank Of Iraq Chairs The Regular Meeting Of The Iraqi National Payments Council.
 
October 26, 2025  His Excellency the Governor of the Central Bank of Iraq and  Chairman of the Iraqi Payments Council, Mr. Ali Mohsen Al-Alaq,  chaired the regular meeting of the Iraqi National Payments Council.
 
The meeting was held at the headquarters of the Central Bank of Iraq and  attended by council members, including   central bank officials,   representatives of ministries and government agencies, and the   private sector, in addition to   representatives of financial and banking institutions, such as   public and private banks and   electronic payment service providers.
 

During the meeting, several important topics were discussed, most notably the  Central Bank of Iraq's initiatives to develop the   technical,   legislative, and   regulatory infrastructure for  payment systems and    financial technologies.
 
Discussions focused on ways to expand the adoption of  electronic payment tools and  channels in  ministries,   government institutions, and the  private sector,  in line with the government's strategic vision in this regard.
 
Council members emphasized the importance of supporting efforts aimed at spreading financial and banking awareness and culture   among all segments of society, as well as the importance of   protecting society from cyber risks and  raising awareness of the dangers of    financial and digital fraud.
 
The Chairman and members of the Council  discussed the level of development of the   digital infrastructure and   financial services provided by government banks,  as they are among the fundamental pillars of  digital transformation and the  development of financial services.
 
The recommendations focused on expanding the   use of payment and financial technology in the education sectors,   ways to support students and youth, and   supporting financial and banking awareness initiatives directed at them.
 
It is noteworthy that the Iraqi Payments Council aims to  coordinate efforts and   achieve cooperation  in the areas of  national payments and   electronic payments between  legislative and regulatory authorities,  executive institutions in the public and private sectors, and  financial and banking sector institutions. Central Bank of Iraq Media Office https://cbi.iq/news/view/3026   

Al-Sudani Issues Directives To Financial And Banking Institutions.
 
Baghdad Today - Baghdad    Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani directed, on Sunday (October 26, 2025),   governmental and   private financial and   banking institutions     to enhance cooperation with  Arab and  foreign investors, in a way that  serves the interests of Iraq and   supports the building of a   strong,   diversified, and  sustainable economy.
 
Al-Sudani's media office stated in a statement received by Baghdad Today that "this came during his attendance at   the opening ceremony of the Arab Bank - Iraq,  in which   Iraqi,  Arab and   foreign   capital contributes," stressing that "the opening of this bank represents an   embodiment of investor confidence in the Iraqi economy and the  attractive business environment that has been established during the past period, pointing out that the presence of  the bank is a strategic addition to the national banking sector and  a model for modern financial institutions capable of providing advanced  services and  financing  sustainable development projects."  

The Prime Minister explained that "the success of this project requires cooperation between the   Arab Bank of Iraq,   national banks,   government agencies, and the  private sector, in order   to leverage   financial capabilities and   banking expertise   to support    government programs and   development projects."

He stressed that "the government is proceeding with   reforming the financial and banking system and   transforming it  from a single-source rentier economy  to a diversified and sustainable economy   based on natural resource investment. 

He explained that  "these reforms were implemented   despite their significant    social and     political costs, and contributed to    raising the level of credibility with international financial institutions and   creating a safe and attractive financial environment for investment.

" He added, "Iraq is witnessing a phase of  real development and   vast investment opportunities across various sectors, emphasizing the need for modern digital banking services that meet the needs of    individuals and  institutions    and keep pace with global developments in banking."
 
Al-Sudani concluded by emphasizing that  integration between   Iraqi financial institutions and   Arab and   foreign investors    represents a fundamental step toward   enhancing economic growth and   consolidating financial stability in the country.    https://baghdadtoday.news/285990-.html  

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

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The System is Blinking Red: Andy Schectman

The System is Blinking Red

VRIC Media:  10-25-2025

In a landscape dominated by shifting geopolitical sands and aggressive monetary policy, understanding the true role of precious metals is more critical than ever.

Andy Schectman, President of Miles Franklin Precious Metals, recently sat down with Darrell Thomas of VRIC Media for a profound, in-depth analysis that goes far beyond simple metal price predictions.

Schectman argues that we are not just in a cyclical bull market for gold and silver, but amidst a fundamental, orchestrated global monetary transition.

Here are the key takeaways from one of the most comprehensive market interviews of the year, focusing on institutional movement, the “debasement trade,” and the explosive upside potential of physical silver.

The narrative that gold is a “barbarous relic” is officially dead. Schectman points to overwhelming evidence that gold is rapidly being reintegrated into the global monetary framework, driven by overwhelming physical demand from central banks and major financial institutions.

Regarding the recent price pullback, Schectman views it not as a cause for alarm, but as a much-needed correction within a massive bull market. His advice is clear: “Buy the dip” and employ prudent cost-averaging strategies to build a core position during periods of temporary weakness.

Perhaps the most intricate part of the analysis centers on the complex macroeconomic strategy Schectman calls the “debasement trade.” This isn’t just accidental inflation; it is a calculated maneuver by the US government to deliberately devalue the dollar to achieve specific economic goals—primarily supporting the massive reshoring of US manufacturing.

The US is attempting to navigate Triffin’s dilemma—the inherent conflict faced by a world reserve currency where domestic economic needs clash with global monetary obligations.

This monetary maneuver aims to reposition the US economy toward sustainable, manufacturing-led growth while acknowledging that the dollar’s status must evolve. In this environment of controlled currency weakening, physical precious metals become the ultimate defense mechanism.

While gold is the primary monetary asset, Schectman makes a compelling case for silver as the asymmetric wealth asset of this decade. Silver’s value is rooted in its duel nature: it is both a critical industrial metal (essential for solar, EVs, and electronics) and a historical monetary metal.

Schectman emphasizes that the historically wide gold-to-silver ratio (how many ounces of silver it takes to buy one ounce of gold) is a powerful indicator of silver’s current gross undervaluation. Given the persistent supply deficits and surging industrial demand, silver is positioned for potentially explosive upside.

Throughout the discussion, Schectman stresses that official inflation figures are artificially low, and the long-term shifts driven by AI and the hollowing out of US manufacturing capacity mean economic volatility is a certainty.

The global accumulation of physical gold and silver by the world’s most powerful entities—central banks, institutions, and BRICS nations—suggests that the transition to a new monetary standard is not a theory, but an ongoing reality that will profoundly reshape financial markets.

For investors, the conclusion is simple and stark: Owning physical precious metals is the only true hedge against inevitable currency debasement and inflation. While market noise and manipulation exist to distract and disorient, the physical fundamentals are screaming alignment. The time to acquire wealth outside the traditional banking system is now.

To fully grasp the nuanced details of the debasement trade and Schectman’s forecast methodology, we highly recommend watching the full, comprehensive interview hosted by Darrell Thomas on VRIC Media.

https://youtu.be/4JwstfzA6TY

https://dinarchronicles.com/2025/10/26/vric-media-the-system-is-blinking-red/

“Vietnam News” Posted by Henig at KTFA 10-26-2025

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Henig:  Việt Nam, US issue joint statement on reciprocal trade agreement

October 26, 2025 - 19:09

According to the joint statement, Việt Nam will provide preferential market access for substantially all US industrial and agricultural exports to Việt Nam.

HÀ NỘI — Việt Nam and the US on Sunday issued a joint statement outlining a framework for an agreement on reciprocal, fair and balanced trade.

Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính met with US President Donald Trump at the 13th ASEAN-US Summit in Kuala Lumpur on Sunday. VNA/VNS Photo

The statement was released on the occasion of US President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính attending the 47th ASEAN Summit in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The agreement on reciprocal, fair and balanced trade will build upon the longstanding economic relationship between the two countries, including the US-Việt Nam Bilateral Trade Agreement signed in 2000, which entered into force in 2001.

According to the joint statement, Việt Nam will provide preferential market access for substantially all US industrial and agricultural exports to Việt Nam. The US will maintain at 20 per cent the reciprocal tariffs, as outlined in Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025, as amended, on originating goods of Việt Nam, and will also identify products from the list set out in Annex III to Executive Order 14346 of September 5, 2025, Potential Tariff Adjustments for Aligned Partners, to receive a zero per cent reciprocal tariff rate.

The US and Việt Nam will work constructively to address both countries’ interests in non-tariff barriers affecting bilateral trade in priority areas. Việt Nam has agreed to address many such barriers, including accepting vehicles built to US motor vehicle safety and emissions standards, addressing import licences for US medical devices, streamlining regulatory requirements and approvals for US pharmaceutical products, fully implementing Việt Nam’s obligations under certain international intellectual property treaties to which it is a party, and addressing US concerns with conformity assessment procedures. The US and Việt Nam have also committed to address and prevent barriers to US agricultural products in the Vietnamese market, including with regard to US regulatory oversight and acceptance of currently agreed certificates issued by US regulatory authorities.

Under the agreement, Vietnam Airlines has agreed to purchase 50 aircraft from Boeing, worth more than US$8 billion.

 Vietnamese companies have signed 20 memorandums of understanding with US companies to purchase US agricultural commodities, with a total estimated value of over US$2.9 billion.

In the coming weeks, the US and Việt Nam will work to finalise the agreement, prepare it for signature and undertake domestic formalities in advance of it entering into force. — VNS

https://vietnamnews.vn/economy/1728178/viet-nam-us-issue-joint-statement-on-reciprocal-trade-agreement.html

Henig:  Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính meets US President Donald Trump on sidelines of 47th ASEAN Summit

October 26, 2025 - 20:19

During the meeting, the two leaders agreed to advance the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership for peace, cooperation and sustainable development between Việt Nam and the United States in a deeper, more substantive and effective manner.

Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính (left) held a brief meeting with US President Donald Trump on the sidelines of the 13th ASEAN–US Summit

KUALA LUMPUR — Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính held a brief meeting with US President Donald Trump on the sidelines of the 13th ASEAN–US Summit during his attendance at the 47th ASEAN Summit and related meetings in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, on Sunday.

 During the meeting, the two leaders agreed to advance the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership for peace, cooperation and sustainable development between Việt Nam and the United States in a deeper, more substantive and effective manner.

 Both sides expressed a shared commitment to soon conclude a Reciprocal Trade Agreement, ensuring fairness and equality while encouraging greater US investment in Việt Nam.

Following Prime Minister Chính’s proposal, President Trump gave a positive response and took note of Việt Nam’s request for recognition as a market economy, as well as for removal from the US strategic export control lists D1 and D3. President Trump directed senior American officials present at the summit, including the Treasury Secretary and the US Trade Representative, to promptly provide feedback on these matters.

PM Chính commended President Trump’s role in promoting the peaceful settlement of global conflicts in recent times.

The brief ASEAN–US sidelines meeting demonstrated mutual understanding, respect and a shared resolve to further strengthen the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between the two countries.

On this occasion, PM Chính conveyed an invitation from Party General Secretary Tô Lâm and other senior Vietnamese leaders for President Trump to visit Việt Nam. President Trump warmly accepted, saying he looked forward to and would make time for a visit to Việt Nam in the near future.

PM Chính also proposed that the United States arrange a visit to Washington by Party General Secretary Tô Lâm under the framework of the two countries’ Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. President Trump welcomed the idea, asking that Việt Nam inform the US side at an appropriate time, and also expressed a desire for PM Chính to visit the United States when convenient for both sides.

13th ASEAN–US Summit On Sunday afternoon, PM Chính joined ASEAN leaders and US President Donald Trump at the 13th ASEAN–US Summit, held at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre.

 In his address, Chính congratulated President Trump on the United States’ recent achievements and praised his diplomatic efforts in promoting dialogue and peaceful conflict resolution worldwide. He particularly acknowledged the President’s cooperation with Malaysia, this year’s ASEAN Chair, and other ASEAN members in facilitating talks between Cambodia and Thailand, leading to the signing of a Joint Declaration of Peace between the two neighbours.

Recognising the US as one of ASEAN’s most comprehensive strategic partners, Chính proposed four major orientations to deepen ASEAN-US cooperation more practically and effectively.

The orientations consist of enhancing economic, trade and investment connectivity towards a balanced, harmonious and sustainable relationship; promoting cooperation in digital transformation, innovation and energy security, including energy infrastructure connectivity and peaceful nuclear energy collaboration; strengthening cybersecurity and the fight against transnational crime, building on US initiatives against online fraud and Việt Nam’s initiative on improving the pursuit of wanted criminals; and maintaining peace, security and stability across the region.

 Chính reaffirmed that ASEAN and the US shared common interests and responsibilities in maintaining peace, stability, security and development in the region, including the East Sea (internationally known as the South China Sea). He reiterated ASEAN’s principled position of resolving disputes peacefully and in accordance with international law, particularly the 1982 United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS).

For his part, President Trump affirmed that Southeast Asia occupied a central place in the US Indo-Pacific policy, and that the United States remained a steadfast partner and friend to the region.

Washington, he said, would seek to deepen its partnership with ASEAN not only in economics, trade, energy, technology and AI but also in the pursuit of peace, stability and prosperity for all nations and future generations.

The President underscored that the US would be ready to work closely with and support ASEAN in addressing shared challenges, with full respect for ASEAN’s centrality and the legitimate interests of its member states. At the close of the summit, ASEAN and US leaders adopted the 'Joint Vision Statement on a Stronger, Safer and More Prosperous ASEAN-US Partnership,' setting the strategic direction for the next phase of cooperation.

ASEAN leaders commended the United States for its active and constructive contributions to regional cooperation through ASEAN-led mechanisms, particularly in promoting dialogue and confidence-building for peace and stability.

They also highly appreciated President Trump’s personal commitment and role in fostering regional dialogue, including his support for negotiations that helped ease tensions and achieve the Peace Declaration between Thailand and Cambodia in Kuala Lumpur on Sunday.

The leaders noted that ASEAN-US relations continue to grow robustly, comprehensively and effectively across multiple sectors.

 The two sides reaffirmed their commitment to effectively implementing existing initiatives and to deepening the ASEAN-US Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, focusing on high-quality trade and investment, finance, infrastructure connectivity, the digital economy, energy and cybersecurity resilience, all aimed at building a peaceful, secure, stable and prosperous region. —VNS

https://vietnamnews.vn/politics-laws/1728180/prime-minister-pham-minh-chinh-meets-us-president-donald-trump-on-sidelines-of-47th-asean-summit.html

Seeds of Wisdom RV and Economics Updates Sunday Afternoon 10-26-25

Good Afternoon Dinar Recaps,

ASEAN 2025: Malaysia Summit Marks a Turning Point for Global Order

When Southeast Asia convenes, the future of trade, diplomacy and monetary flows is being rewritten.

Leaders, Expansion & a Crowded Agenda

• The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) summit in Kuala Lumpur from October 26–28, 2025 will bring together heavy-weight global figures: Donald Trump (USA), Li Qiang (China), Sanae Takaichi (Japan), Lee Jae‑myung (South Korea), Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva (Brazil) plus others from South Africa, Canada, Australia and New Zealand. 

• Notably, Timor‑Leste will officially become the bloc’s 11th full member — the first expansion since the 1990s.

• The agenda is packed: economic integration, the Myanmar crisis, South China Sea disputes, U.S.–China rivalry, Gaza’s fallout, and a booming online-scam industry. 

Why This Matters

  ●   Regional economic architecture in flux – With membership expansion and global leaders present, ASEAN is evolving from a regional forum into a strategic geopolitical player.
  ●   Trade & settlement pathways shifting – As Asia becomes more central, monetary flows and digital-settlement frameworks will increasingly bypass traditional Western hubs.
  ●   Global financial reset underway – The summit’s scale and diversity of issues reflect a transition toward multipolar financial systems, where power is not rooted solely in the West or the dollar.
  ●   Symbolism becoming structure – Timor-Leste’s accession and the presence of global heads signal that the infrastructure of global finance (trade routes, digital rails, reserve assets) is being reconfigured.

The Bigger Picture: Out with the Old, In with the New

The ASEAN 2025 summit isn’t just a diplomatic gathering — it’s a marker of how global economics and finance are morphing:

• Legacy settlement systems built around Western-led currency and payment rails face competition from Asia-driven arrangements and digital alternatives.

• The inclusion of new members and agendas beyond “just trade” show that alignment is shifting — politics, finance and technology are converging.

• Institutions, treaties, and digital platforms being discussed now will underpin tomorrow’s liquidity networks, reserve architectures and financial flows.

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

Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News™ Exclusive

Sources

• Reuters – “What to expect from Southeast Asian leaders’ summit as Trump attends”  

• Reuters – “East Timor officially becomes ASEAN’s 11th member” 

• The Diplomat – “What to Expect From the Upcoming ASEAN Summit in Malaysia”

• Free Malaysia Today – “What to expect at the ASEAN summit” 

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BRICS Payment Surge: Yuan-Rails Rewrite the Monetary Map

How the Cross‑Border Interbank Payment System (CIPS) and yuan-lending boom are reshaping global finance.

The Transformation in Motion

The BRICS bloc and China in particular are quietly building a parallel payment and monetary system:
  ● China’s CIPS now connects 1,700+ banks in over 100 countries, clearing approximately ¥175 trillion (~US $24 trillion) in 2024 — up ~43 % year-on-year. 
  ● China’s overseas renminbi (RMB) lending, deposits and bond investments have surged to over RMB 3.4 trillion (~US $480 billion) in five years — a clear step in de-dollarising trade and financing. 
  ● The Bank for International Settlements (BIS) and others have flagged this trend as a structural shift in global liquidity rather than a transient event. 

Why It Matters

  • Redesigning the Reserve Architecture:
   • The dominance of the U.S. dollar and Western-led rails (e.g., SWIFT) is being challenged by a system that routes value directly through yuan-cleared networks.
  • Liquidity Flows Redefined:
   • Institutional, trade and sovereign flows are now beginning to respond to networks centred on the yuan and CIPS — not just the dollar-centric system.
  • Toward a Global Financial Reset:
   • This is more than currency diversification. It’s the creation of an alternative global monetary plumbing, enabling a multipolar value-transfer architecture beyond legacy systems.
  • Analogy:
   • Just as the internet replaced postal letters, CIPS + yuan-finance may replace correspondent-bank wires — faster, global, programmable.

Key Implications

  ● Trade-finance realignment: China is settling increasing volumes in yuan — including LNG imports, soybeans and loans in commodity-rich countries — reducing dollar dependency.
  ● Banking infrastructure on the move: Major global banks (e.g., HSBC Hong Kong) have joined CIPS, signalling institutional support for this rail. 
  ● Emerging-market leverage: BRICS and partner nations see this rail as a way to sidestep sanctions risk and gain greater financial sovereignty.
  ● Systemic resilience: A diversified global settlement system weakens single-point dependency on the dollar and creates alternatives when geopolitical pressures intensify.

The Bigger Picture: Out with the Old, In with the New

The contours of a new global financial system are emerging:

• A shift from fiat-centric, dollar-settlement pipelines toward multi-currency rails under sovereign and institutional control.

• Payment networks built on programmable rails, where value moves as instantly and reliably as data.

• While the dollar remains dominant for now, the architecture behind it is changing — and these developments mark the inflection point of the global reset.

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

Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News™ Exclusive

Sources

• Watcher.Guru – “BRICS Grows as 1,700 Banks Process 175 Trillion Chinese Yuan Payments” 

• FT.com – “Overseas renminbi lending surges as China steps up campaign to de-dollarise”

• Reuters – “China central bank urges state-owned businesses to prioritise yuan in overseas expansion”

• Reuters – “China talks up digital yuan in push for multi-polar currency system”

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News, Rumors and Opinions Sunday 10-26-2025

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Tishwash:  The United Nations renews its support for Iraq in organizing transparent and fair elections.

10/26/2025

The Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Iraq, Mohammed Hassan, reiterated on Sunday the United Nations' support for Iraq in organizing transparent and fair elections, about two weeks before polling stations open to voters.

During his meeting with Iraqi President Abdul Latif Rashid in Baghdad, Al-Hassan affirmed the United Nations' full support for Iraq's efforts to complete the electoral process within the standards of integrity and transparency, commending the steps taken by the Presidency and relevant institutions in creating the appropriate conditions for its conduct.

According to a statement issued by the President of the Republic, received by Shafaq News Agency, the two sides discussed key regional and international issues, most notably developments in the region and their future impacts, and the role of the United Nations in consolidating dialogue and coordination among countries in the region to ease tensions.

According to the statement, the meeting discussed the country's political developments and situation, ongoing preparations for the upcoming elections, and the need to conduct the elections within controls and standards that ensure their integrity and enhance citizens' confidence in constitutional institutions.

For his part, the Iraqi President affirmed the commitment of constitutional and legal institutions to the success of the upcoming elections by completing the necessary preparations to ensure their efficient and credible organization. He emphasized the importance of the international community and its role in providing technical support and monitoring to ensure they proceed according to transparent and fair principles that reflect the true will of the people.

Parliamentary elections in Iraq will be held on November 11, 2025. Approximately 30 million Iraqis out of a population of 46 million are eligible to vote to elect their representatives in the new House of Representatives. However, approximately seven million of them will be barred from participating due to their lack of voting cards, as their data has not been updated.  LINK

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Clare: Trade: Iraq seeks to open up to the global economy by joining the WTO.

10/26/2025 - Baghdad –

The official spokesperson for the Ministry of Trade, Mohammed Hanoun, confirmed that the Iraqi government continues to implement its reform program aimed at completing the requirements for the Republic of Iraq's accession to the World Trade Organization (WTO), in line with the state's orientations towards openness to the global economy and strengthening Iraq's position within the multilateral trading system.

Hanoun explained in a statement received by Mawazine News that "the ministry, through the National Committee for Iraq's Accession to the Organization, was able, during the years 2023 and 2024, to make tangible progress in completing the basic negotiating documents and updating the required technical files, reflecting Iraq's commitment to international standards and implementing the principles of transparency and economic openness."

He pointed out that "Iraq officially resumed the accession negotiations process after a hiatus of more than 16 years. In July 2024, the third meeting of the working group concerned with Iraq's accession was held at the organization's headquarters in Geneva, headed by the Minister of Trade, who gave a comprehensive presentation on the ongoing economic and legislative reforms. This presentation was widely welcomed by member states, which praised Iraq's commitment to the requirements of full membership."

He added, "The Ministry, in cooperation with relevant government agencies, has completed the update of the customs tariff system to HS2022, in addition to preparing and amending a package of commercial laws and legislation, including intellectual property rights laws, commercial arbitration, technical standards, and regulations related to foreign trade. The Ministry of Finance is also working to complete the stages of approving the new customs system within the national legal framework."

The official spokesman explained that "Iraq participated for the first time in twenty years as an observer" in the 13th Ministerial Conference of the World Trade Organization (MC13), held in Abu Dhabi, stressing that this participation reflects the strong political support for the accession process and the government's will to accelerate structural economic reforms in line with the organization's requirements.

He added that "the National Committee and its subcommittees, after the last meeting, began updating the memorandum on the foreign trade system and submitting detailed answers to 175 questions" submitted by member states, in preparation for holding the fourth meeting of the working group during the next phase."

Hanoun concluded his statement by emphasizing that "the Ministry of Trade, under the direct guidance of the Prime Minister, is proceeding to complete all technical and legal requirements in cooperation with relevant ministries and agencies, with the goal of achieving Iraq's full membership in the World Trade Organization in the coming period, which will contribute to enhancing the competitiveness of the national economy and attracting foreign investment." LINK

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

Mnt Goat   Last week, the CBI announced plans to remove zeros from dinar, as part of efforts to strengthen the national currency.  Article quote: “The matter of removing zeros from the Iraqi currency is a project that still exists and is ongoing. We are planning for it, and in the future, we will see progress on this matter,”...   Can the CBI conduct the project in just a few more months?...I am sure they have a time table...because they told us. 

Bruce   [via WiserNow]  ...we are most likely getting notified Monday or Tuesday of next week. Now we could get something Sunday...I know that’s a little  ways off, I know, but you know what? We made it this far, and we're not going to stop now...We're going to... pursue this all the way to its logical conclusion, right? ...and...this is what I've been told...we should get started before the end of October...we are, in a good place...So let's see what happens...

Frank26    [Iraq boots-on-the-ground report]  FIREFLY: They come out today and started talking more about the notes.  They gave us point by point.  First point, security features of the new notes were previously unveiled by the CBI including raised marks for the visually impaired and enhanced anti-counterfeiting measures.  They said these notes are designed to circulate alongside existing currency for now... FRANK:  None of this can happen at the rate they're at right now.  In January they were projecting [In a CBI article] this was going to happen to their currency and this currency would be replaced with lower notes...Every day it gets more and more exciting... Excitement is not even close enough to describe what's happening...

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FAKE Buffett AI: “DUMP GOLD!” – TIME TO BUY! They Want YOUR Money

Daniela Cambone:  10-25-2025

“The garbage that is out there… all they are trying to do is manipulate the market for their own personal gain,” Todd "Bubba" Horwitz states, referring to the AI-generated deep fake videos that were being used in a coordinated campaign to attack gold.

 In today's interview with Daniela Cambone, Bubba breaks down why this desperate attack is a signal of strength for gold, not weakness.

 He argues that after a powerful rally, this is exactly the kind of shakeout you should expect. “You get these big dramatic up moves... there's going to be a pullback.

Don't worry about it. Use that as a buying opportunity,” he advises. Find out why the "charlatans" are so desperate to get your gold now and why Bubba believes every portfolio needs this hard asset protection.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i1TZN_dWUtk

Jon Dowling: Weekly RV and Financial Updates for October 24th, 2025

Jon Dowling: Weekly RV and Financial Updates for October 24th, 2025

10-25-2025

Jon Dowling’s latest “RV Report” Friday, October 24th, 2025, update delivered a potent blend of geopolitical, financial, and commodity analyses, with particular emphasis on Iraq’s economic transformation, the unfolding silver crisis, and the dynamic cryptocurrency market.

A significant portion of Dowling’s report focused on Iraq’s ongoing journey toward economic revival and its highly anticipated currency redenomination.

 The process of removing zeros from the Iraqi Dinar is indeed underway, a crucial step in normalizing its value and integrating it more fully into the global financial system.

However, Dowling stresses that this is a measured, gradual process, not an overnight event. Its ultimate success and timing are intricately linked to significant political and legislative milestones within Iraq.

 Critically, the report highlights the imperative removal of corrupt Iranian proxies embedded within Iraq’s Green Zone Parliament. Until these elements are addressed, the full potential of Iraq’s economic reforms, including the Dinar’s revaluation, will remain constrained. It’s a strategic game of patience, contingent on decisive internal political action.

Moving from geopolitics to precious metals, Dowling paints a stark picture for silver. The market is currently grappling with a severe supply shortage, a situation exacerbated by persistent problematic practices.

 The London Bank Metals Exchange (LBME) is reportedly in dire need of over 150 million ounces of physical silver to stabilize its position.

The primary culprit? The pervasive and distorting practice of naked short selling. This manipulation continues to suppress silver’s true market value, creating an increasingly precarious situation.

As demand for physical silver outstrips available supply, especially for industrial and investment purposes, the current market structure appears unsustainable. Dowling’s report underscores the urgent need for transparency and accountability to rectify this imbalance.

On a different digital front, the cryptocurrency landscape is buzzing with anticipation. Dowling dissected the recent guilty plea of Binance’s founder for enabling money laundering. While seemingly a negative development, Dowling interprets this as a crucial precursor to Binance’s potential return and full re-entry into the U.S. market.

He posits that this regulatory cleansing is paving the way for a more compliant and robust crypto ecosystem, signaling a forthcoming “super bull run” for crypto assets. This perspective suggests that the recent regulatory actions, rather than being a hindrance, are essential steps toward mainstream adoption and explosive growth in the digital asset space.

Amidst these larger narratives, the daily market pulse remains dynamic. The report reviewed current market prices for key assets: silver, gold, crude oil, and the dollar index. All showed modest gains, though volatility remained a defining characteristic.

This fluctuation was largely attributed to a combination of profit-taking by investors and short-covering activities, indicating a period of tactical movements rather than clear directional trends.

Beyond the numbers and policies, Dowling often brings a deeper, more reflective dimension to his reports.

He concluded with a poignant and prophetic message from the late Kim Clement, forecasting both turmoil and eventual prosperity for America throughout the fall season.

This serves as a powerful reminder that even in challenging times, a positive outcome is often on the horizon, urging viewers to endure with hope and foresight.

Jon Dowling’s October 24th RV Report is a masterclass in connecting the dots across disparate global events. From the slow grind of Iraqi reconstruction and the silver market’s urgent plea to the burgeoning crypto revolution and overarching spiritual insights, his analysis encourages a comprehensive view of our complex world.

 He thanks his viewers and promises further updates as new information emerges.

https://youtu.be/KiVn2g5c_as

https://dinarchronicles.com/2025/10/26/jon-dowling-weekly-rv-and-financial-updates-for-october-24th-2025/