STATUS OF THE RV , PART. 1 BY MNT GOAT : Well, still no RV as of yet., 8 FEB

STATUS OF THE RV 

We are still in our first week of Newsletters for February 2025 already. Well, still no RV as of yet.

 What will the new President Trump’s foreign policy towards Iraq and the middle east bring us investors. What may be instored for us? 

☹ Next I want to bring to your attention a very discerning article once again from Tuesday’s news that also fits into our study of the Iraqi dinar RV today. 

It is titled “ECONOMIST: WASHINGTON’S POLICIES TOWARDS IRAQ PREVENTED THE REVIVAL OF ITS FINANCIAL RESOURCES”.

 You can go read the entire article in the Archives here. Many of my readers doubt what I say and think that the actions of the US are all in support of Iraq in the past.

 Again I am telling you this has NOT BEEN THE CASE. I even going to show you evidence of this statement today from yet more articles in the news in Iraq. Please take few minutes and go read it in its entirety. 

“Economic expert Rashid Al-Hamdani confirmed on Saturday that the United States, since its occupation of Iraq in 2003 until now, has been following an economic policy that has transformed the economic recovery and made its fate linked to the financial policy of the US Federal Reserve through its dominance over oil sales resources and preventing the entry of major international companies to establish projects that develop and stimulate its economy.”  

He added, “The obstacles placed by the US administration in preventing Iraq from developing its economic and financial activity”,  and “ The United States of America continues to dominate Iraq through political, security and economic agreements that Washington” . Enough said….

Once again, all I can say now is “I told you so”. Please don’t tell me the CBI is independent in making the RV decision. 

This is ridiculous and those making this claim are ignorant, irresponsible and have not been following Iraqi politics.

 Will Trump change this Obama/Biden era foreign policies towards Iraq? 

This is the only way and I mean ONLY way we will see the RV in short order.

 Yes, I know it’s a pity what the US is doing to Iraq. The abuse is appalling. Each time Al-Sudani tries to dig his way out the mud, the US finds new ways to entrench Iraq. When will it end?

I don’t want any of my readers to go off half-cocked and stressed out about some of the headlines you may be reading about US sanctions on Iraq. 

This is why I have my blog and it is to clarify these concerns and simply put – TO GET THE FACTS out to you.

☹ So here are a few new articles in the Iraqi news titled “STORM” APPROACHING AS TRUMP SHARPENS SANCTIONS AGAINST IRAQ” and “TRUMP TO RESTORE ‘MAXIMUM PRESSURE’ ON IRAN – REUTERS | IRAN INTERNATIONAL” US President Donald Trump issued a directive on Tuesday restoring “maximum pressure” on Iran, Reuters reported citing a US official. As investors in the Iraqi dinar, we are all thinking how will this affect Iraq?

I want everyone to actually read the content of the articles and not get so engulfed in the titles. 

Here is what it actually says and I quote: “Warnings are increasing about the potential use of economic warfare by US President Donald Trump in the coming period in the Middle East. There are also growing concerns over the outbreak of new types of wars in the region, which could affect Iraq.”

 So, please don’t go off half-cocked thinking Trump has or will slap sanctions back on Iraq. We don’t know this for certain. 

It has not yet happened and probably won’t unless Iraqi Iranian sympathizers prove otherwise. Iraq has made great strides since being relieved of the UN Chapter VII in late 2022. They have elected a great prime minister who has proven himself of reforming Iraq.

So, let’s not go off half-cocked at least not yet….. ☹  

Does the U.S. still have great leverage over Iraq?

Certainly it does, there is still great leverage since the “petro-dollar” is still in force over Iraq by the U.S. But I ask why? Why is this petro-dollar still in effect when we know the war sanctions have been relieved in full in late 2022? When will this change? How many more reforms must Iraq implement before the U.S. trust the country enough to let them truly encounter their “full” sovereignty and independence again. Surely this has not yet happened. Don’t be confused with the chatter you hear from these stupid, ridiculous, numerous intel gurus out there in social media. They are part of the problem in learning the TRUTH about Iraq. They are part of the problem not the solution. 

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FRANK26: The laws are in place to expose the new exchange rate in the 2025 budget! @DINARREVALUATION

 

FRANK26: "HYPOCRITES... YOU HAVE ALWAYS BEEN THE DELAY, 8 FEB

 KTFA

FRANK26: "HYPOCRITES... YOU HAVE ALWAYS BEEN THE DELAY".......F26

Member of Parliamentary Finance Committee warns of investment projects being affected by delay in 2025 budget schedules

 

2/7/2025  

Member of the Parliamentary Finance Committee, Jamal Kojer, warned of the repercussions of the delay in approving the 2025 budget, indicating that "this will negatively affect investment and service projects that depend on financial liquidity.

 

Kocher told Al Furat News Agency, "The delay in the budget will hinder the implementation of vital projects and will affect the level of services provided to citizens," stressing that "employee salaries will not be affected in any way."
He called on the concerned authorities to expedite the approval of the budget to avoid disrupting vital sectors and ensure the continuity of economic development.

Raghad

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LINK

 

MNT GOAT: "STORM" APPROACHING AS TRUMP SHARPENS SANCTIONS AGAINST IRAQ", 8 FEB

 MNT GOAT

"STORM" APPROACHING AS TRUMP SHARPENS SANCTIONS AGAINST IRAQ"

 "as Iraq's oil export revenues are deposited in the US Federal Reserve." - "Experts agree

that all of Iraq's economic funding sources are under the oversight of the US Federal Reserve, meaning Trump can do a great deal to impose his political and security

will on Iraq, aligning with his vision for US national security." "Meanwhile, since the US presidential election results were announced, some Republican lawmakers have been mobilizing the new administration against certain Iraqi figures they accuse of "full allegiance to Iran," urging the US president to take

measures against them." Trump's new team includes figures who are staunch opponents of the Iranian axis and are highly critical of the policies of former Presidents Biden and Obama,

believing that they handed Iraq over to Iran after the US withdrawal.

What is the impact on the RV? We explore this in today's Newsletter.

MARKZ: "Yes, we are trained and ready to go!" @DINARREVALUATION #iraqidinarinvestor #iraqidinar

 

FRANK26: "WE WILL BRING YOU OUR 3 ZERO NOTES... WHEN YOU BRING US THE NEW EXCHANGE RATE!!!", 8 FEB

 KTFA

FRANK26: "WE WILL BRING YOU OUR 3 ZERO NOTES... WHEN YOU BRING US THE NEW EXCHANGE RATE!!!"........F26

 

Al-Sudani's advisor rebukes citizens for storing money at home and calls for investing it

2/6/2025

 

Baghdad -

 

Mohammed Sahib Al-Daraji, the technical advisor to the Prime Minister, confirmed today, Thursday, that the volume of investments in Iraq amounts to about 60 billion dollars, while he pointed out that there is a large cash mass among citizens outside the banking system, which makes it economically useless if it remains stored in homes, calling for it to be converted into investment projects that contribute to transforming it into assets that support the national economy.

 

Al-Daraji said in a statement to the official agency, followed by the 964 network , that “Iraq’s gross domestic product exceeded $260 billion, which makes the ratio of external debt compared to the domestic product at a very low level, which opens the door to a new phase of external financing, but with studied conditions,” noting that “Iraq’s external public debt witnessed a significant decrease, as it fell from $20.9 billion to $9.8 billion.”

He stressed, “The importance of funding being directed towards productive projects capable of paying off their debts on their own, rather than focusing on consumer or ill-considered projects.”

Regarding current investments, Al-Daraji pointed out that “the volume of local and foreign investments in Iraq amounts to about 60 billion dollars, most of which are in the real estate and housing sector, which is a good thing,” stressing “the necessity of strengthening the role of the Iraqi investor and supporting him to diversify investments.”

He pointed out that “there is a large cash mass held by citizens outside the banking system, which makes it economically useless if it remains stored in homes,” calling for “transferring this money to investment projects that contribute to transforming it into assets that support the national economy and enhance sustainable development.”

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TIDBIT FROM MNT GOAT, 8 FEB

 Mnt Goat 

  ...the corruption in the U.S. was and is still affecting Iraq and getting the RV we are looking for. 

Our hope as investors is that the Trump administration can help to finally free Iraq from this tyranny of the Feds and the Obama/Biden policies. But remember there are also Iranian skeletons in the closet too for Iraq that they will have to clean out prior to Trump trusting them and helping them to the extent needed. 

  Article:  “TRUMP CANCELS EXEMPTION GRANTED TO IRAQ TO IMPORT ELECTRICITY AND GAS FROM
IRAN” 

US President Donald Trump canceled, ...Wednesday...the exemption granted to Iraq to import electricity and gas from Iran. ..This is evidence that Trump is not going to be relaxed with Iraq and has expectations that they agreed to in his first term and have not yet fulfilled.

 Folks...almost 7 years have gone by...this is one of those skeletons they must clean up. But there is more to this issue...  Iraq has already developed its own electric grid...and is now self-sufficient and no longer needs Iranian electricity or gas. So...

Why is Iraq still purchasing these utilities from Iran? This is Trump’s point.  Get it?

 ...the overall long-term plan is to get Iraqi to the reinstatement. It may seem a long way off, however, I assure you it is not. Just look at how quickly things are moving along

Fnu Lnu: This training will give Iraqi banks the necessary tools ! @DINARREVALUATION #iraqidinar

 

Lost Fortunes: Iraqi youth risk all in the world of Crypto and Forex, 7 FEB

  Lost Fortunes: Iraqi youth risk all in the world of Crypto and Forex

Despite government warnings, digital trading in both cryptocurrency and foreign exchange (forex) continues in Iraq, mostly among young people eager for a quick buck. Many, however, do not consider the consequences and risks associated with these transactions.

The rise in crypto and forex trading comes after Iraq’s recent economic crises, including the government’s limitations on US dollar trading to stabilize the exchange rate.

Although there have been no official statistics on the number of Iraqis scammed through digital trading, economic experts believe the figures are substantial. However, since Iraq bans both crypto and forex trading, victims have no way to legally reclaim their losses.

Since crypto and forex transactions occur outside the banking system, the traders are more susceptible to fraud. Last year alone, dozens of young Iraqis lost their life savings due to digital trading.

20-year-old Saja Al-Saadi is one such victim. She told Shafaq News that she had saved five million Iraqi dinars (around $3,800) from work but was lured by digital trading platforms promising high returns, who instead stole her money in the blink of an eye. “I was devastated,” she said. “Since these platforms are illegal in Iraq, I couldn’t even file a complaint with the police to recover my money.”

Another victim, 45-year-old trader Abdul Amir Khalil, faced a much larger loss of over $250,000. Khalil turned to digital trading platforms to avoid banking procedures and streamline transactions. “After transferring $250,000 to a digital trading company, the platform disappeared overnight, and I was unable to recover the money due to blockchain encryption despite enlisting the help of IT specialists.” He told Shafaq News.

Many of these scams are operated by individuals who use untraceable crypto transactions to steal funds. Some are run by local networks that pose as investment firms, promising “huge returns,” using fake social media profiles and instant messaging apps like Telegram and WhatsApp to reach potential victims.

while the list of victims continued to grow, the Central Bank of Iraq (CBI) declared in 2022 that it does not license forex, stock, or crypto trading platforms.

The bank warned that fraudulent online companies falsely claimed to be licensed, using misleading advertisements to promote investments in stocks, crypto, gold, and oil.

According to Iraq’s Anti-Money Laundering and Terrorism Financing Law No. 39 (2015), digital trading is prohibited due to risks associated with fraud, illicit transactions, and economic instability. The use of electronic wallets and cards for crypto trading is also prohibited, due to “concerns over money laundering and financial crimes.”

Despite this prohibition, many traders bypass restrictions anyway using VPNs and international bank accounts or rely on middlemen in neighboring countries like Turkiye, Jordan, and the UAE to deposit and withdraw funds.

Economic expert Ali Dadoosh explained to Shafaq News that forex companies targeting Iraqi investors operate without oversight from the CBI or any regulatory body.

“Iraq lacks a legal framework for forex trading; there is no official regulatory body overseeing digital currency transactions,” he noted.

Dadoosh emphasized that while digital currency trading can be profitable for experienced investors, it carries significant risks for untrained traders.

According to Dadoosh, while non-crypto digital currencies are traceable and regulated by banks (if fraud is suspected, banks can freeze transactions or reverse transfers), crypto is encrypted, unregulated, and often used for illegal activities, including money laundering and drug trafficking, and recovering stolen crypto funds is nearly impossible.

While digital currencies offer advantages, such as lower transaction costs and faster transfers, Dadoosh warned that most Iraqis lack the expertise needed to avoid falling victim to fraud.

He advised young Iraqis to learn trading before investing and to only use well-established, legal companies and wait for new government regulations.

There have been voices inside Iraq calling on the government to regulate crypto and forex trade instead of prohibiting it, countries such as Egypt and Turkiye have already begun talks on legalizing crypto and forex trade regulations. The UAE has permitted it under strict regulations that ensure investor protection. link

EXCERPTS FROM MARKZ, 7 FEB

 EXCERPTS FROM MARKZ

Member: Good morning, based off of what you said last night from the phone call you received yesterday. Have you been able to confirm that we have started?

MZ: From the bond side…the best news came a few days ago when a contact went out west ……leads me to believe things are well underway. The majority of my historic bond contacts are still looking for the 10th through the 12th . 

MZ: I have a large contact that will be in Europe on Sunday the 9th and is expecting all their dollars. Not sure how that will work on a Sunday …but if we have a new system it should be no problem.

CRYPTO TRADER: it would be prudent for such a huge investment deal to be signed post the revaluation

 

Taif Sami confirms to the World Bank the government’s commitment to implementing financial and economic reforms, 7 FEB

  Taif Sami confirms to the World Bank the government’s commitment to implementing financial and economic reforms

Minister of Finance Taif Sami Mohammed received today, Thursday, the World Bank Representative in Iraq, Emmanuel Salinas, and his accompanying delegation, to discuss ways to enhance cooperation between the two sides in supporting development projects and implementing economic reforms.

Sami stressed, according to the ministry’s statement, a copy of which was received by {Al Furat News}: “The importance of partnership with the World Bank in financing programs aimed at achieving sustainable development,and the Iraqi government’s commitment to implementing financial and economic reforms to ensure the stability of the national economy.”

She pointed out that "these reforms aim to enhance sustainable growth, improve the management of financial resources, combat corruption, and enhance transparency in government institutions."

For his part, the World Bank representative praised the Iraqi government's efforts to improve the economic environment and enhance transparency and efficiency, stressing "the bank's readiness to provide more technical and financial support in line with Iraq's development priorities."

The two parties agreed - according to the statement - to continue coordination and joint work to achieve strategic goals and enhance economic stability in the country. link

Coffee with MarkZ and Mr. Cottrell 02/07/2025, 7 FEB

 Coffee with MarkZ and Mr. Cottrell  02/07/2025

Feb 7

Coffee with MarkZ and Mr. Cottrell  02/07/2025

MarkZ  Update- 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 all ….TGIF

Member: Happy Friday. Hope everyone has a great weekend!. 

Member: Good morning, based off of what you said last night from the phone call you received yesterday. Have you been able to confirm that we have started?

MZ: From the bond side…the best news came a few days ago when a contact went out west ……leads me to believe things are well underway. The majority of my historic bond contacts are still looking for the 10th through the 12th . 

MZ: I have a large contact that will be in Europe on Sunday the 9th and is expecting all their dollars. Not sure how that will work on a Sunday …but if we have a new system it should be no problem.

MZ: From Iraq: “Complex network and routes doe smuggling dollars from Iraq to Iran- US report reveals details”   This lays out the perfect reasons to have an RV and fix it. All they need to do to fix this is revalue the Iraqi currency….the dinar.  This was a great read.

MZ: “Sudani: We will continue to distribute salaries in the Kurdistan region smoothly in the rest of the months”  They have worked through the issues. 

Member: "The head of the Finance Committee, Atwan Al-Atwani, received a delegation from the US Embassy headed by Julie Jones”

Member: Mark, did you see Iraq is selling bonds starting on the 10th in Dinars not dollars? Not at 1310 I don’t believe.

MZ: More meetings this weekend with Sudani outside of Parliament to work on budget tables. The last few meetings were extremely fruitful. We hope there is a huge breakthrough on that front. 

Member: Rumor from Judy:  Mon. 10 Feb. 2025 should be a go for Tier4b. The Chinese Elders, who were backing the GCR w their gold, had bought all the Cabal’s Central Banks across the World. Those Banks were merging with the QFS

Member: MarkZ so you think we might reach the finish line by March 1st?

Member: I hope The Trump team ends taxes before April 15th

Member: If all the taxes going away verses consumption tax ….I beleive this will work. Consider all the various taxes compared to a focus consumption and the vast difference in volume of transaction.

Member: some people are saying Trump is holding up the RV… is there any truth to this?

Member: If he is…maybe its waiting on the new gold backed currencies and QFS?

Member: crickets go quiet when storms about to hit

Member: Maybe Elon has to Clean the bad assets that are audited, then you reconcile the assets and transfer to the New Republic for the citizens to receive. Yes?? :)

Member: I wonder - Has Vietnam done the same cleanup Iraq has done in their financial system for an RV?

Member: No more fingernails left to chew.... hope this goes soon!

Member: Thanks Mark…We know you don’t control the news or lack of news….and want the RV as much as all of we do…..Thanks for helping us with encouragement.

Member: Everyone have a great day. 

Member: Hoping  right now they are ushering in a Golden Weekend for All!

Mr. Cottrell joins the stream today . Please listen to the replay for his information and opinions.

Militia Man :, if they're going to be allowing oil to move, change is coming!! @DINARREVALUATION

 

Al-Sudani's advisor rebukes citizens for storing money at home and calls for investing it, 7 FEB

 Al-Sudani's advisor rebukes citizens for storing money at home and calls for investing it

 "Support the national economy

Mohammed Sahib Al-Daraji, the technical advisor to the Prime Minister, confirmed today, Thursday, that the volume of investments in Iraq amounts to about 60 billion dollars, while he pointed out that there is a large cash mass among citizens outside the banking system, which makes it economically useless if it remains stored in homes, calling for it to be converted into investment projects that contribute to transforming it into assets that support the national economy.

Al-Daraji said in a statement to the official agency, followed by the 964 network , that “Iraq’s gross domestic product exceeded $260 billion, which makes the ratio of external debt compared to the domestic product at a very low level, which opens the door to a new phase of external financing, but with studied conditions,” noting that “Iraq’s external public debt witnessed a significant decrease, as it fell from $20.9 billion to $9.8 billion.”

He stressed, “The importance of funding being directed towards productive projects capable of paying off their debts on their own, rather than focusing on consumer or ill-considered projects.”

Regarding current investments, Al-Daraji pointed out that “the volume of local and foreign investments in Iraq amounts to about 60 billion dollars, most of which are in the real estate and housing sector, which is a good thing,” stressing “the necessity of strengthening the role of the Iraqi investor and supporting him to diversify investments.”

He pointed out that “there is a large cash mass held by citizens outside the banking system, which makes it economically useless if it remains stored in homes,” calling for “transferring this money to investment projects that contribute to transforming it into assets that support the national economy and enhance sustainable development.” link

Jon Dowling: It just keeps getting better and better!, 7 FEB

 Jon Dowling

 It just keeps getting better and better! With Africa’s move towards a Gold standard, Zimbabwe is being pushed front and center to make their bonds great again in Gold backing! 

Iraq is being pushed to the brink by President Trump yo RV! Between lowering the oil prices to $70, then $65, coupled with removing their big brother Iran and their corrupt influence, they’ll have no choice but to change the rate. It’s just a matter of time at this point. 

Saving the best for last: Israel and full removal of taxes across the board and a full audit of Ft. Knox. Wait until the people find out the emperor has no clothes!

FRANK26: The laws are in place to expose the new exchange rate in the 2025 budget! @DINARREVALUATION

 

Iraq prepares to implement the first historic transfer operation through the international (TIR) ​​system, 7 FEB

  Iraq prepares to implement the first historic transfer operation through the international (TIR) ​​system

 The International Road Transport Union (IRU) announced Iraq's readiness to implement the first historic transport operation via the international road transport (TIR) ​​system, in a historic step towards enhancing cross-border trade.

During a visit last week, the Union confirmed that Iraq is close to achieving a major achievement in international trade, as it will soon witness the first transport operation under the umbrella of the internationally recognized system for customs transit, noting that this step reflects Iraq's commitment to modernizing the trade sector and adopting international practices.

A specialized workshop was also organized, focusing on the importance of the United Nations international agreements, such as the TIR Convention and the Dangerous Goods Convention, highlighting the role of these agreements in simplifying trade, enhancing security and reducing accidents.

The Federation stressed the importance of cooperation between the public and private sectors to ensure smooth implementation of the two mentioned systems, which contributes to enhancing Iraq's position in regional and international trade.

In conclusion, the Federation stressed that this step represents a new beginning for Iraq in the field of transportation and international trade, with the adoption of the best international practices to enhance efficiency and economic growth.  link