Thursday, September 28, 2023
"RV UPDATE" BY MILITIAMAN, 28 SEPT
Militia Man
Article quote: "All state contracts inside Iraq shall be in Iraq dinars." I don't know what else to say.
Alaq the central bank governor he's posting some things on the CBI website that's pretty powerful.. .24 pages of instructions talking about international banking...He also put a piece out specifically talking about a new system of external transfers...This particular piece is phenomenal because he's working with the Central Bank of Iraq and the United States Federal Bank...They're talking about different currencies...UAE dirham, Turkish lira, European euro, Indian rupee...He's been knocking it out of the park.Early Elections and Reform Plans: An Insight into Iraq’s Future, 28 SEPT
Early Elections and Reform Plans: An Insight into Iraq’s Future, 27 SEPT
According to a recent press interaction with Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed S. Al-Sudani, the prospects of early elections in Iraq hinge on the Council of Representatives’ decision to dissolve itself. The Prime Minister further assured that the government is ready for such elections. During the interaction, Al-Sudani discussed a myriad of issues ranging from political and economic reforms to social welfare initiatives.
He pointed out that the country has observed a shift in political forces emphasizing more on service delivery and economic development rather than sectarianism and identity politics. This change is evident in the over 300 registered parties contesting in the Provincial Council Elections, demonstrating a rise in political stability.
Social Protection and Economic Reforms
Al-Sudani shed light on the new Social Protection Law geared towards addressing multidimensional poverty. The law aims to assign $4 billion in 2023, with particular measures such as cash subsidies for students and children from low-income families, and an increase in ration card packages for those within the social protection network. The Prime Minister believes that these strategies, combined with a three-year budget plan for poverty, could drastically reduce poverty rates in Iraq within five years.
Furthermore, the Prime Minister affirmed the government’s pledge to support the private sector and battle corruption through systematic policies. These policies include reclaiming stolen public money, pursuing corruption suspects, and implementing tax, customs, and electronic payment reforms.
The Prime Minister also discussed the country’s currency and banking sector, highlighting the connection between the US dollar price and the crucial banking and financial sector reforms being carried out by the government. He indicated that exchange rate fluctuations represent a struggle between legitimate transactions and groups reliant on US dollar trading.
Regional Dialogue and Human Rights
In the regional context, Al-Sudani emphasized Iraq’s leading role in promoting regional dialogue and its active involvement in the Development Road Project. He expressed concern about the stability of Syria, suggesting that any instability in Syria could risk a resurgence of ISIS and pose a threat to regional security.
On human rights, the Prime Minister reassured that no individual is detained without a judicial order, and that stringent legal procedures are observed. He also stressed the provision of retrials for all criminals, including those sentenced to death, under Iraq’s amnesty laws.
Finally, the Prime Minister revealed that the Baghdad Conference is poised to expand due to requests from the United Kingdom, Germany, Spain, and Italy to attend and participate. He also mentioned the government’s commitment to maintaining a strong bilateral relationship with the United States for security cooperation.
Coffee with MarkZ 09/28/2023
"RV UPDATE" BY ANGEL1, 28 SEPT
Angel1
Thursday I'm guaranteeing you the auctions change. That's the CBI announcement. That's the 28th...that's their banking Friday. That means they automatically go into offline... I wouldn't go crazy looking for something on Thursday but let me tell you, official implementation date is Thursday per the CBI. Whether we see it Friday, Saturday I cannot promise you that...I'll also tell you this, this is very damn close...
Dollar’s Rising Value: A New Economic Dynamic in Iraq, 28 SEPT
Dollar’s Rising Value: A New Economic Dynamic in Iraq, 28 SEPT
The US dollar has experienced a significant upswing in the Al-Kifah and Al-Harithiya stock exchanges, with the exchange rate reaching a peak of 156,200 Iraqi dinars for every 100 dollars. This is a stark contrast to the previous day’s rate, which was 154,600 dinars for every 100 dollars. The value surge was also mirrored in local markets across the capital, Baghdad, where exchange shops raised their selling prices. The current selling rate is 157,250 Iraqi dinars for every 100 dollars, while the purchasing price is 155,250 dinars.
Value Surge: Not Just in Baghdad
Beyond Baghdad, Erbil, the capital of the Kurdistan Region, also saw a rise in the value of the dollar. The selling price in Erbil shops was recorded at 155,300 dinars per dollar, while the purchase price was 155,200 dinars for every 100 dollars. This suggests that the shift in the dollar’s value is a nationwide trend within Iraq.
The sudden increase in the value of the dollar in relation to the Iraqi dinar, as reflected in stock exchange rates and local markets throughout the country, is a noteworthy economic event. This shift affects the cost of transactions and could potentially impact the overall economy. The rise in the dollar’s value observed in Baghdad and Erbil points to a widespread increase, which is significant considering the economic challenges that Iraq has faced in recent years.
Central Bank’s Plan to Strengthen Iraqi Dinar
It’s important to note that the Central Bank of Iraq has a new plan to bolster the value of the Iraqi dinar against the US dollar. The measures include reducing the US dollar to Iraqi dinar exchange rate for travel or internet purchases from 1,470 dinars to 1,465 and helping private banks strengthen their foreign currency reserves that are not the US dollar. The Central Bank specifically named the Chinese yuan, the euro, the Emirati dirham, and the Jordanian dinar. There’s also a provision for selling foreign currencies in government banks for the purpose of travel, for the Hajj pilgrimage, medical treatment, and study.
Devaluing a currency has significant downsides as it can lead to a liquidity crisis, as seen in Argentina. But for Iraqis who are paid in dollars, the devaluation potentially gives them more purchasing power. However, people paid in dinars may lose purchasing power since imports and exports are paid for in dollars. A devaluation also means imported goods become more expensive in the local currency. Given the economic hardships Iraq has experienced, these are critical factors to consider.
As the value of the dollar continues to rise against the Iraqi dinar, the impact on the economy and the lives of ordinary Iraqis will become more apparent. While there are potential benefits for those paid in dollars, the overall implications of this shift are complex and far-reaching. As Iraq navigates these economic changes, the Central Bank’s strategies to strengthen the dinar and mitigate the impacts of currency devaluation will be critical.
https://bnn.network/finance-nav/currencies/dollars-rising-value-a-new-economic-dynamic-in-iraq/
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