MARKZ: .banking leaders from all over are headed to the U.S.

 MarkZ 

[via PDK]  Comment:  ...banking leaders from all over are headed to the U.S. and being told to raise their rates... 

 MarkZ:  Probably 20+ are already here in the US and already working on that. Iraq is already here with some key folks. 

Almost the whole global south that are friendly with the US are being pressured to raise their exchange rates in order to balance the playing field for trade.

 I have mentioned this before that the US is trying to pressure Vietnam to raise their exchange rate as it is way to artificially low. 

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🏦🇮🇶 CBI Contact Shares Key Developments on Iraq’s Economy 💰📊 #iqd #iqdupdate

 

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🇮🇶 MNT GOAT OPINION: A HUGE FINANCIAL SURPLUS… BUT NO REAL SERVICE IMPROVEMENT — WHAT HAPPENED?

🇮🇶 MNT GOAT OPINION: A HUGE FINANCIAL SURPLUS… BUT NO REAL SERVICE IMPROVEMENT — WHAT HAPPENED?

According to the perspective shared by Mnt Goat and referenced CBI-related commentary, Iraq’s recent economic narrative has been widely misunderstood, especially regarding claims of financial crisis versus actual state revenues.

From this viewpoint, the idea that Iraq is facing a true financial crisis is rejected outright, and instead is described as a constructed narrative or political pressure strategy rather than an accurate reflection of Iraq’s fiscal reality.

Mnt Goat emphasizes that Iraq, particularly during periods of strong oil prices, experienced significant financial inflows and surpluses, especially when oil traded at elevated levels per barrel. During these periods, Iraq continued exporting oil at high value, and revenues flowing into the state treasury were described as substantial and stable.

🛢️ “No Financial Crisis” Interpretation

According to this view, the narrative of financial collapse or urgent crisis is considered misleading or politically motivated, intended—directly or indirectly—to influence public perception and create pressure on the Central Bank of Iraq (CBI) and monetary policy decisions.

Mnt Goat argues that despite external claims of instability, Iraq’s financial position was supported by:

• Strong oil revenues
• Continued global demand for Iraqi crude
• Operational state funding capacity
• And steady inflows into government accounts

From this standpoint, the idea of a systemic financial breakdown is challenged as inconsistent with revenue conditions.

🏦 Surpluses vs. Visible Development

A key question raised in this interpretation is the gap between:
high financial inflows vs. limited visible improvement in public services

Even during periods of reported surplus, critics of the system (and Mnt Goat’s referenced source commentary) point out that Iraq did not experience a proportional transformation in:

• Infrastructure development
• Electricity and water services
• Large-scale reconstruction projects
• Public sector modernization

Instead, spending is described as being largely absorbed by:

• Salaries and government obligations
• Operational expenses
• Short-term budget management

⚠️ Currency Devaluation Context

This perspective also revisits the 2020 dinar exchange rate adjustment, framing it as a controversial policy decision.

While officially presented as a fiscal necessity, Mnt Goat’s referenced view suggests it was also part of broader economic pressure dynamics affecting purchasing power and internal market stability, rather than purely a reflection of financial weakness.

🧠 “Was It Crisis or Strategy?” Question

A central theme in this interpretation is the question of whether Iraq was truly in crisis—or whether the crisis narrative was amplified.

Mnt Goat suggests that:

• High oil prices undermined the idea of insolvency
• Revenue flow contradicted panic narratives
• And claims of crisis may have been used strategically in political or monetary discussions

From this perspective, Iraq’s situation is described less as financial collapse and more as a management and allocation issue, rather than a lack of funds.

🇮🇶 Conclusion (Mnt Goat Perspective)

In summary, the Mnt Goat viewpoint argues that Iraq did not suffer from a true financial crisis during high-revenue periods, but instead faced a disconnect between:

• Strong oil-driven income
• Government spending priorities
• And limited visible development outcomes

The result, according to this interpretation, is an ongoing debate between those who see Iraq as financially constrained, and those who believe Iraq has had sufficient resources but uneven economic execution.

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A HUGE FINANCIAL SURPLUS… AND A SERVICE REALITY THAT HAS NOT CHANGED: WHAT HAPPENED?

(Mnt Goat: This article just reinforces again what my CBI contact told me weeks ago. Yes, more proof….She said THERE IS NO FINANCIAL CRISIS IN IRAQ and that notion is all propaganda in an attempt to put pressure on the CBI from the citizens to devalue the dinar like they did in later 2019. With the price of oil at 90 a barrel as Iraq was selling oil and  the articles told us Iran was letting Iraqi oil tankers through the Straight of Hormuz then why the panic? It was all a game. Were you listening to me?)

The era of Mustafa Al-Kadhimi has sparked widespread controversy that continues to resurface whenever the issue of managing public funds and oil surpluses is raised, especially in light of talk about huge sums that entered the state treasury during the period of high oil prices, compared to a clear limitation in the size of service and development projects completed on the ground.

While supporters of that phase promote the idea of ​​“financial stability” and crisis management in a difficult economic situation, critics argue that the surpluses that were subsequently achieved did not translate into a real reconstruction boom, and their effects remained limited to covering operational expenses and salaries, without a tangible impact on infrastructure or basic services.

At the heart of this debate stands the most prominent economic decision at the end of 2020, when the exchange rate of the dinar against the dollar was adjusted. The government at the time considered this decision a necessary step to address the financial deficit, while opponents saw it as an influential shift that directly affected the prices of basic commodities and the standard of living, and left a long-term impact on the purchasing power of citizens.

As oil revenues increased in subsequent years, questions grew about the absence of strategic projects commensurate with those revenues, as observers believe that the period did not witness a construction momentum that matched the size of the available resources, with the exception of continued operational spending and covering the state’s financial obligations.

The issue of investment projects also remained controversial, given the failure or absence of a number of announced initiatives, and the increasing voices that spoke of a gap between the amount of money flowing into the country and what was actually achieved in terms of development and services.

On the other hand, supporters of that era still maintain that the government faced complex political, economic and security challenges, and that performance evaluation should take into account the nature of the circumstances in which the country was run.

Between these two narratives, the Al-Kadhimi era remains one of the most controversial economic periods in Iraq, between those who describe it as managing a difficult crisis, and those who consider it a huge financial opportunity that was not invested in the way that could have changed the reality of services and reconstruction.

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🏛️🇮🇶 A New Phase Begins: Iraq’s Reform and Governance Push Intensifies

 

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IRAQI BANKER FRIEND AKI UPDATE: " 'I'm headed to D.C. I have to be there at this meeting because all of Iraq is giving their reports to D.C.' "

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 [Iraqi banker friend Aki update] 

All of Iraqi banking...AMF, IMF, EMF, US Treasury, WB, BIS, WTO, this is a big pow-wow at Trump's house.

  Aki's boss definitely knows they're going to meet with Trump, Bessant, Rubio and Vance. 

 He was excited when he called.  

He said, 'I'm headed to D.C.  I have to be there at this meeting because all of Iraq is giving their reports to D.C.'  Aki himself is a big deal in the monetary reform. 

 That's why he has to be in DC.  But his boss is a much bigger deal. 

 We are grateful to have his friendship. 

 His boss owns dozens of private banks and Aki is his partner...

There is something big going on for sure.

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IRAQI BANKER FRIEND AKI UPDATE: "IM PACKING MY BAGS"

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  [Iraqi banker friend Aki update] 

AKI: I'm packing my bags.  I'm going to DC.  All of the central banks in Iraq, all the bankers are coming to the United States of America, all the CEOs, all the XOs, all the private bankers. 

 We are all to report on the monetary reform of Iraq.  We want the United States of America to release our reserves...gold... our money ...being protected in their banks...Donald Trump says to us, 'Come and get it and bring me a new exchange rate for the currency. 

 Play fair with my American dollar.  Let's make a deal.'  

WALKINGSTICK:  More important individuals and entities are already here in D.C.  Aki's boss is in D.C. right now and Aki is on his way to D.C.  

There are some big names in the file from the monetary reform that are about to sit with Trump...Aki's boss owns dozens private banks around the world and Middle East. 

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FRANK26…6-2-26…. AKI PACKS HIS BAGS

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IRAQ BOOTS ON THE GROUND REPORT: Iran just admitted to the whole world Iraq is going to change the value of their currency !!

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 [Iraq boots-on-the-ground report]  

 OMAR: Iranian-backed television is saying something in Iraqi television. 

 It's owned by Iranian politicians.  They say they want to warn Iraq against increasing the exchange rate without measures to ensure citizens are not harmed. 

 FRANK:  That is the joke of the century.  Iranian television inside of Iraq is warning the CBI, warning Iraqi citizens about raising the value of the dinar?  

Oh my goodness, that is so comical.  Obviously they don't want you to raise it. 

 They want to continue to steal it.  But those days are over with.  Here's the beauty about the  announcement ...Iran just admitted to the whole world Iraq is going to change the value of their currency and they don't like it.

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The Missing Piece: Why Iraq's Government Formation May Be the Final Step Before a Stronger Dinar

🇮🇶 The Missing Piece: Why Iraq's Reforms May Be Building the Foundation for a Stronger Dinar

For more than two decades, Iraq has faced two fundamental questions:

❓ Who controls the weapons?

❓ Who controls the money?

For years, the answers were often unclear. Today, however, Iraq appears to be moving in a very different direction.

Recent actions by Prime Minister Ali Al-Zaidi's government suggest that Iraq is accelerating reforms aimed at strengthening state authority, fighting corruption, improving financial transparency, and restoring confidence in its institutions. These are not isolated events—they are the foundations required for long-term economic stability and a stronger national currency.

🇱🇧 The Lesson from Lebanon

History offers an important lesson.

Following Lebanon's civil war, most armed groups surrendered their weapons to the state. However, one major faction remained armed, creating a situation where the government never fully controlled national security decisions.

The result was decades of instability and uncertainty.

Iraq now appears determined to avoid repeating that mistake. Recent efforts to bring armed groups under state authority demonstrate a clear commitment to ensuring that all power ultimately answers to the Iraqi government.

One of the most significant recent developments was the announcement that Asaib Ahl al-Haq would begin placing its weapons under government authority, a move that many view as an important step toward strengthening state control.

🔗 https://apnews.com/article/0f1747e05dc1384ab988da4d8eb74008

🛡️ Restoring State Authority

A stable economy requires a stable nation.

For years, international observers have argued that Iraq's long-term success depends on the government's ability to exercise full authority over security matters and eliminate parallel power structures.

The current reform efforts indicate that Baghdad is moving in that direction. The message being sent is simple: the rule of law must apply equally to everyone.

This is one of the key foundations necessary before international confidence can fully return.

💰 Fighting Corruption in Public

Another major pillar of reform is the fight against corruption.

Prime Minister Al-Zaidi recently revealed that he rejected a $200 million bribery attempt connected to the Oil Ministry and responded by creating a national anti-corruption council.

🔗 https://english.aawsat.com/arab-world/5279147-iraq-pm-forms-anti-corruption-council-after-revealing-he-was-offered-200-million

For years, corruption has been one of the biggest obstacles to Iraq's economic development. By publicly exposing corruption and strengthening oversight institutions, the government is attempting to demonstrate a new level of accountability and transparency.

🏦 Financial Reform and International Audits

A stronger currency requires more than political stability. It also requires a financial system that can withstand international scrutiny.

Iraq continues to modernize and restructure its banking sector with the assistance of Ernst & Young, one of the world's leading auditing firms. The ongoing review of Rafidain Bank and Rasheed Bank is an important step toward improving transparency and strengthening confidence in Iraq's financial institutions.

🔗 https://www.iraqinews.com/iraq/iraq-restructures-state-owned-banks-in-cooperation-with-ernst-young/

Transparent banking and audited financial systems are essential components of any modern economy and help create the foundation for future monetary stability.

🤝 Resolving Long-Standing Internal Disputes

The Iraqi government has also made progress in addressing financial disputes between Baghdad and the Kurdistan Region.

For years, disagreements over salaries, budgets, and oil revenues created uncertainty and weakened investor confidence.

Recent efforts to stabilize salary payments and improve cooperation between Baghdad and Erbil suggest that Iraq is working to resolve internal issues that have hindered economic progress for decades.

🏛️ The Final Piece: Completing the Government

While significant progress has been made, one important step remains.

Key positions such as the Ministries of Interior and Defense continue to be closely watched by both domestic and international observers.

🔗 https://apnews.com/article/10d14e41dd8a5c54d982874aeece4005

These ministries play a crucial role in determining whether Iraq's reforms become permanent and whether state institutions remain independent from militia influence.

In my view, these positions may be more important than the daily exchange rate itself.

👁️ Watch the Government, Not the Screen

Many investors spend their time watching the IQD exchange rate.

I believe the more important indicators are the reforms taking place behind the scenes.

A stronger currency is not built by speculation. It is built through:

✔ Strong institutions

✔ Transparent banking systems

✔ Anti-corruption measures

✔ Full state control over security

✔ Political stability

The exchange rate may not move immediately, but these are the foundations that must exist before any meaningful long-term appreciation can occur.

🇮🇶 Final Thoughts

I do not believe the Iraqi dinar will strengthen simply because investors want it to.

However, I do believe that Iraq is taking measurable steps toward creating the conditions necessary for a stronger economy and a more credible financial system.

The fight against corruption has intensified.

The banking sector is being audited and restructured.

Armed groups are facing increasing pressure to submit to state authority.

Government institutions are becoming more transparent.

The house is not completely clean yet, but for the first time in many years, Iraq appears to be cleaning it in full public view.

The reforms are not finished, but the foundations are being laid—and that is what I believe investors should be watching most closely.

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