Saturday, December 27, 2025
THE CENTRAL BANK WANTS TO SOLVE THE CASH PROBLEM
THE CENTRAL BANK WANTS TO SOLVE THE CASH PROBLEM
(Mnt Goat: Every week one or more of these types of articles shows up in the recent news from Iraq. Do you think this is important? How will the solve this? T
Central Bank of Iraq
Some types of currency, even less than 10,000 dinars, are not accepted from some banks, so the currency has accumulated among citizens to solve this problem in the latest guidelines of the Central Bank of Iraq, private banks and currency dealers. The Central Bank of Iraq (CBI) has issued new guidelines to deal with all types of Iraqi dinars.
The 250, 500 and 1000 Iraqi dinars are the least traded in the market, banks and currency dealers’ markets, and in some places are not accepted, so the small amount of money has accumulated among citizens.
The Central Bank of Iraq (CBI) had earlier said it had a shortage of cash, one of the reasons being the deterioration of the balance between the currencies, so they issued new guidelines and must deal with all types of Iraqi dinars.
Anwar Mousavi, a currency dealer, told Kurdistan24 that there is no problem in providing any kind of money to pay salaries and shop owners must cooperate in the markets.
Iraq spends about 7 trillion dinars monthly on salaries, the central bank said by the 10th of each month to end the transaction of the money in the markets, about 15 trillion dinars are withheld by citizens.
Economist Haider Sheikh said the central bank wants to solve the cash problem and eliminate the excuse of currency in transactions, so government offices and private banks have instructed to receive all kinds of money, because the money paid for salaries will not be in the market.
Previously, currency dealers and even some private banks accepted bills against the dollar at less than their value, but according to the new guidelines, bills will be accepted at the same value even if they are torn or old.
Sandy Ingram & Frank26: US Pressure, Iran Influence, and Imminent Release of Lower Dinar Notes
Iraq Dinar Update: Politics, Pressure, and Monetary Signals Converge
Recent commentary from Sandy Ingram and Frank26, supported by a boots-on-the-ground report from Firefly, paints a clear picture:
👉 Iraq is under intense geopolitical pressure, while at the same time the Central Bank of Iraq (CBI) appears operationally ready to move forward with monetary reform.
These two tracks—political cleansing and monetary readiness—are deeply connected.
Sandy Ingram: US Pressure Reshapes Iraq’s Political Landscape
According to Sandy Ingram, the United States is actively pressuring Iraq to form a government that excludes Iran-backed militant factions.
Key Points from Sandy Ingram
The US wants a government free of direct Iranian influence
Militias backed by Iran are viewed as destabilizing forces
This pressure has made government formation more difficult and slower
The US administration is fully aware of:
Past manipulation by Iraqi leadership
Political “games” played with previous US administrations
“Unfortunately, the US government is right in the middle of the dysfunction.”
Despite the discomfort, Sandy suggests the pressure is intentional and severe, aimed at producing a cleaner, more sovereign Iraqi government.
Why This Matters for the Dinar
Political independence is not just symbolic—it directly affects:
Sanctions risk
International banking confidence
Monetary reform approval
Exchange rate credibility
A government influenced by foreign militias would struggle to gain the international trust required for major financial changes.
Frank26: Boots-on-the-Ground Report from Iraq
Frank26 shares insights via Firefly, who relays what is being reported directly on Iraqi television.
Firefly’s Report
“Your favorite economist is back today on Iraqi television. He says the lower denomination dinar notes are lined up for release… They are not on the streets just yet… The central bank is saying the launch is imminent. All the preparations are in place.”
This reinforces a consistent theme:
The lower denomination notes exist
Logistics and preparations are completed
The release is pending final authorization
Frank26’s Clarification: Media vs Official Authority
Frank26 urges caution and context:
“You have to remember who this man is. He’s an economist. Well educated. But he is a financial adviser for the news. He is not associated with the CBI or the GOI. He’s associated with the media.”
Why This Distinction Is Important
Media economists express opinions, not policy
They often signal what is coming, but do not authorize it
Official confirmation must still come from:
The Central Bank of Iraq
Government action
Still, repeated media messaging often reflects permission to prepare the public.
How Politics and Monetary Reform Intersect
When you align both perspectives, a pattern emerges:
The US is pushing Iraq to remove Iranian influence
Security and sovereignty are being enforced
The CBI signals operational readiness
Lower denominations are ready but unreleased
This suggests a final alignment phase:
👉 Political compliance first, monetary execution next
Q&A: Iraq Politics and the Dinar
Q: Why is the US pressuring Iraq so heavily now?
A: To eliminate Iran-backed militant influence and prevent future instability or manipulation.
Q: Does political dysfunction delay the dinar reform?
A: It can delay authorization, but preparations can continue in parallel.
Q: Are lower denomination dinar notes officially released?
A: No. They are prepared, but not yet circulating.
Q: Should investors trust TV economists?
A: They provide insight, not confirmation. Official action comes from the CBI.
Featured Snippet Highlights
“The US is pressuring Iraq to exclude Iran-backed militias from government formation.”
“CBI preparations for lower denomination dinar notes are complete, with launch described as imminent.”
Strategic Takeaway
Iraq is being forced to choose between:
Political convenience
Or financial sovereignty
The US pressure, while disruptive, appears designed to create the conditions required for long-term stability—conditions the international financial system demands before endorsing major monetary reform.
At the same time, signals from inside Iraq suggest the currency mechanism is ready, simply awaiting the green light.
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Sandy Ingram The US is placing pressure on Iraq to develop a government that does not include Iran backed militants. As a result Iraq is having trouble electing a new government. Unfortunately the US is government is right in the middle of the dysfunction...It appears the existing US administration is aware of the games Iraq has played with previous US administrations. The pressure is sever to eliminate direct influence from the Iran government.
Frank26
[Iraq boots-on-the-ground report]
FIREFLY:Your favorite economist is back...today on Iraqi television. He says the lower denomination dinar note are lined up for release...They are not on the streets just yet...The central bank is saying the launch is imminent. All the preparations are in place...
FRANK: You have to remember who this man is. He's an economist. He's well educated. But he's a financial adviser for the news. He is not associated with the CBI...GOI. He's associated with the media. Everyday he comes out and expresses his opinion...
THE US EMBASSY IN BAGHDAD: WE ARE COORDINATING WITH KURDISTAN AGAINST “MALICIOUS” ENTITIES TARGETING IRAQ’S STABILITY
THE US EMBASSY IN BAGHDAD: WE ARE COORDINATING WITH KURDISTAN AGAINST “MALICIOUS” ENTITIES TARGETING IRAQ’S STABILITY.
The US Embassy in Baghdad announced a meeting between the embassy’s senior defense official and officials from the Kurdistan Region’s Ministry of Interior and the Peshmerga, to coordinate against “malicious” entities targeting Iraq’s stability and infrastructure.
This comes after the Kormor gas field in Sulaymaniyah province was subjected to a “terrorist” attack at the end of last month, and security investigations led by the Iraqi authorities yesterday revealed that it was carried out by two drones by “outlaw” groups.
The US Embassy in Baghdad stated in a short blog post on its official X platform on Thursday, December 4, 2025, that “Senior Defense Official, Colonel Bagley, met with senior officials in the Ministry of Interior and the Peshmerga forces in the Kurdistan Regional Government of Iraq to enhance coordination against malicious actors targeting Iraq’s stability and vital infrastructure,” stressing that “the United States remains committed to supporting security efforts and strengthening Iraq’s sovereignty.”
Oil: Oil Exports Reached 106.6 Million Barrels In November, With Revenues Exceeding $6.6 Billion
Oil: Oil Exports Reached 106.6 Million Barrels In November, With Revenues Exceeding $6.6 Billion.
Economy | 06:12 - 25/12/2025 Mawazin News – Economy The Iraqi Ministry of Oil announced the final statistics for crude oil exports, including condensates, on Thursday, December 25, along with the cash revenues generated for November 2025, according to data from the Iraqi State Oil Marketing Company (SOMO).
Total exports reached 106,593,352 barrels, generating revenues exceeding $6,595,391,000.
The detailed statistics provided further information on production sources and export destinations as follows:
- 98,709,795 barrels from fields in central and southern Iraq.
- 7,583,733 barrels from the Kurdistan Region via the Turkish port of Ceyhan.
- 299,824 barrels to Jordan.
The Ministry affirmed its commitment to publishing these figures monthly, based on its belief in the importance of informing the public about export operations to enhance transparency.
Iraq's average daily oil exports in August reached 3.38 million barrels, according to the Ministry of Oil. The head of Iraq's state oil marketing company SOMO said on Saturday that average oil exports for September are expected to range between 3.4 and 3.45 million barrels per day. OPEC counts oil flows from the Kurdistan Region as part of Iraq's quota.
https://www.mawazin.net/Details.aspx?jimare=272013
Planning: The Quality Control Apparatus Has Become Part Of The Global Control System
Planning: The Quality Control Apparatus Has Become Part Of The Global Control System.
Local | 12:34 - 26/12/2025 Mawazin News – Baghdad The Ministry of Planning confirmed on Friday that the Central Organization for Standardization and Quality
Control (COSQC) has become part of the global regulatory system. COSQC President Fayyad Mohammed stated, "The COSQC does not operate in isolation from the international trade system. Rather, its technical and regulatory functions are based on an integrated system of international agreements and standards, ensuring that Iraqi standards are aligned with global regulations and achieving a balance between consumer protection and facilitating the flow of trade."
He added, "The COSQC's international references include the Agreement on Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT – WTO). The organization plays its role in preparing and implementing Iraqi standards and technical regulations in accordance with the principles of this agreement, which stipulate non-discrimination between domestic and imported goods, reliance on scientific and technical foundations, and avoidance of imposing technical requirements that constitute an unjustified obstacle to trade." He explained that "under these conditions, the organization ensures that Iraqi standards are compatible with international standards and commercially recognized."
He added that "the agency's references also include the World Organisation for Animal Health (OIE) Sanitary and Phytosanitary Measures (SPS), which the agency, in coordination with health and agricultural authorities, relies on to assess the health risks of imported food and agricultural products. It also adopts laboratory tests as the scientific basis for acceptance or rejection decisions and applies the principle of prevention without violating international trade rules."
He pointed out that "the Central Agency relies on the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) standards when preparing or updating Iraqi standards and defining quality and safety requirements for imported goods. It also adopts quality management systems in laboratories and testing bodies, which contributes to raising the level of technical conformity and unifying references."
He explained that "the Codex Alimentarius Commission is the agency's primary reference in the field of inspecting imported foods, determining maximum limits for contaminants and food additives, and adopting laboratory testing and analysis methods, which enhances food safety and protects public health."
Regarding regional and international cooperation, the head of the Central Organization for Standardization and Quality Control affirmed that "the organization coordinates with regional and international organizations such as the Gulf Standardization Organization (GSO) and the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) to harmonize standards, build technical capacities, and facilitate mutual recognition."
He pointed out that "the basic standards adopted by the Central Organization for Standardization and Quality Control in its import operations include a certificate of origin to verify the source of goods and ensure they do not originate from prohibited areas, in addition to a certificate of conformity to prove the product's compliance with Iraqi standards, and a label to ensure clear information for the consumer in Arabic."
He noted that "the technical and procedural controls implemented by the organization include risk management for classifying shipments according to the type of goods and the importer's record, laboratory testing to conduct physical, chemical, and microbiological analyses, and its role in supporting other entities in implementing electronic systems such as the ASYCUDA system."
He explained that "the Central Organization for Standardization and Quality Control represents the fundamental technical pillar in import control, as its role is not limited to inspection alone, but extends to setting standards, harmonizing them internationally, implementing them in the field, and supporting regulatory decisions with scientific evidence."
He added that "Iraqi oversight thus becomes an active part of the global regulatory system, and consumer protection is achieved without harming trade." https://www.mawazin.net/Details.aspx?jimare=272027
Government Advisor: Current Revenues Cover Salaries And Basic State Requirements
Government Advisor: Current Revenues Cover Salaries And Basic State Requirements
Friday, December 26, 2025 19:57 | General Number of views: 177 Baghdad / NINA / The Prime Minister's Financial Advisor, Mazhar Muhammad Salih, confirmed on Friday that current public revenues cover the state's basic needs, primarily salaries. He also indicated that the government is moving towards controlling spending and maximizing non-oil revenues to achieve financial sustainability.
According to the official news agency, Salih stated, "Current public revenues cover the state's basic needs, primarily salaries, pensions, and social welfare expenditures, which total approximately eight trillion dinars monthly."
He explained that "these obligations, despite their importance and being a top priority that must be paid, constitute only a portion of the overall financial burden. Other obligations must be paid, including public debt servicing, outstanding arrears, and expenses for managing vital logistical aspects within the operational budget, in addition to spending on investment projects related to essential services."
He added, "Fiscal sustainability necessitates controlling public spending, reviewing and auditing it according to spending efficiency standards and priorities, while simultaneously maximizing non-oil revenues. This ensures that required expenditures are met in a stable and sustainable manner, independent of the cyclical fluctuations in oil revenues."
He emphasized that "the recent Cabinet decision establishes a new phase in fiscal policy management, known as the concept of fiscal consolidation. This approach aims to gradually reduce the fiscal deficit in the short term and solidify fiscal discipline in the long term, in addition to developing a phased strategy to reduce the public debt balance."
He pointed out that "this path is a fundamental pillar for achieving the constants of fiscal sustainability and strengthening the resilience of public finances, thus ensuring the state's ability to meet its social and economic obligations while maintaining the overall stability of the national economy." https://ninanews.com/Website/News/Details?Key=1268643
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