Iraq’s Balancing Act: Endorsing Gaza Peace While Protecting National Interests, 27 OCT

Iraq’s Balancing Act: Endorsing Gaza Peace While Protecting National Interests

In the tumultuous theater of global politics, Iraq has once again demonstrated its steadfast commitment to the Palestinian cause. At a pivotal United Nations General Assembly session, the Iraqi Foreign Ministry confirmed its sponsorship and support for a resolution calling for a halt to the conflict in Gaza. This development, however, is not a simple act of solidarity. It carries the weight of Iraq’s historical stance, national interests, and a resounding call for peace.

Reasserting Iraq’s Stance

At the helm of Iraq’s diplomatic narrative is Ahmed Al-Sahhaf, the spokesperson for the Iraqi Foreign Ministry. His affirmation of Iraq’s sponsorship of the resolution is a clear signal of Iraq’s unwavering position on the Palestinian issue. The country has long championed the right of Palestinians to establish their state with Jerusalem as its capital. Iraq’s decision to join the resolution not only strengthens the international call for peace but also reaffirms its longstanding advocacy for Palestinian self-determination.

A measured commitment

While Iraq’s support for the resolution is emphatic, it is not without reservations. Al-Sahhaf expressed concerns about certain terms in the resolution that contradict Iraq’s national legislation. Among these contentious points are the two-state solution and the concept of equality between Palestinian civilians and their adversaries. While the particulars of these reservations remain undisclosed, they signify Iraq’s strategic balancing act between international solidarity and national interests. This nuanced stance underscores Iraq’s policy of principled engagement and its commitment to ensuring that international decisions align with its own legal and geopolitical framework.

Implications and Impact

The international legitimacy of the resolution is bolstered by its endorsement by countries like Iraq. This backing puts pressure on both Israel and Hamas to cease hostilities. It also opens potential avenues for diplomatic negotiations, advancing the prospect of a peaceful resolution to this longstanding conflict. Iraq’s commitment to the resolution highlights the nation’s role in the broader geopolitical landscape, contributing to the collective international voice advocating for peace.

https://bnn.network/arts/iraqs-balancing-act-endorsing-gaza-peace-while-protecting-national-interests/

Evening News with MarkZ. 10/27/2023

Friday Evening News with MarkZ 

Some highlights by PDK-Not verbatim

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Member: Good Friday evening, MarkZ!!!!

Member: Any good chatter or rumors today?

MZ: Keeping it short tonight ….But, the chatter out of Iraq is the lower denoms have been seen and they are expecting an announcement within days. 

MZ: Now, everytime sometbody tries to put up a video showing them….they disappear. I think the longest one of those videos stayed up today is about an hour. I’m so sorry I did not record it. But the chatter has gone through the roof in Iraq. 

MZ: Iraq has told us they want full de-dollarization by January 1st. For that to happen they need to move quickly IMO. ….like now. 

MZ: My Historic bond people …the ones that have cracked are all pointing to Nov 4th now. This is a large number of them. But I don’t know where they fit into the process. Are they in line for pre-RV or post RV? There are bonds that will settle after the RV and some that will settle before. Depends on where they are in the que. 

MZ: Try to stay calm….the dinar boards (sites) are going to be erupting if they are not already. 

MZ: If Mr. C has been paid we would already know as they would have announced it. 

MZ: I am still hearing positive things from groups…A couple group leaders I know have suddenly made last minute travel plans. Which I think is a good thing.  A number of them from different locations are traveling to the same place at the last minute. I am hoping this is a good sign. 

Member: Does it matter on the dinar lower denominations?

Member: It matters a lot. The lower denominations would be useless at the current rate. So to use them Iraq would have to have increased the value/rate……we are looking for that. 

Member:  Rumor has it Iraq AlSudani, asked Parliament to close US Embassy!!

Member: I saw those articles today……

Member: Full Moon tomorrow night

Member: Everyone have a great weekend….Hope its our last weekend broke. 

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Al-Sudani's Groundbreaking Message Iraqi Dinar Revolution and Exchange R...

"RV UPDATE" BY PIMPY, 27 OCT

 Pimpy 

 Let's talk about the high possibly of a reevaluation taking place here real soon with the Iraqi dinar... Article:  "The dollar is flying fast and registering 162 thousand dinars in the markets". 1,620 for every dollar is a huge gap between the fixed rate of 1,320...Iraq is going to have to do something very soon about this situation.  They can't keep allowing this to get out of control.  It's causing inflation...and it's affecting the economy... The last time we started to see this type of gap between the fixed rate and the black market rate, Iraq was forced to increase the value of dinar.

  IMO if this keeps getting out of control I don't think they're going to have any choice but to do the same thing again...Keep in mind the Iraqi dinar before they devalued you got 1,190 dinars for every dollar, it dropped down to 1,450 for every dollar then they increased it to where you get 1,300 for every dollar.  If they go to make a move again is it possible they finally bring us back to where we started from at 1,190 or every dollar.  It almost looks unavoidable at this moment.   

People have asked me, 'Do you expect any changes in 2024?' Yes, nothing in '23 though but 2024 absolutely.   As a mater of fact I'm anticipating a couple of changes.  Over then next couple years I'm expecting to see the Iraqi dinar start to take steps towards increasing its exchange rate little by little.  At least it's going in the right direction...

 I think over the next few years you'll start to see the Iraqi dinar slowly increase in value little bylittle.  It's hard to talk about where the dinar is going to be just because the United States isn't going to let those resources go and Iraq
can't stop getting in trouble - at least that's what we're told...

Evening News with MarkZ. 10/27/2023

IMF implores Zimbabwe to pace up forex reforms | The Herald , 27 OCT

  IMF implores Zimbabwe to pace up forex reforms | The Herald (10/27/23)

 The International Monetary Fund (IMF) says Zimbabwe should accelerate foreign exchange market reforms by allowing more flexibility in the official exchange rate through market-driven price discovery.

It also called for the removal of exchange rate restrictions for banks, authorised dealers, and businesses, and for further minimisation of export surrender requirements after a staff visit in Harare between October 18 and 25, 2023 to discuss recent economic developments and outlook in the country.

Although the IMF mission acknowledges the authorities’ recent efforts to stabilise the foreign exchange market and reduce inflation by tightening Zimbabwe dollar liquidity conditions, the parallel forex market premium remains high at over 30 percent.

The Zimbabwe dollar closed at 5,6934 against the United States dollar at the last auction yesterday.

 “Key economic policy reforms identified in previous Article IV consultations remain paramount to fully restore macroeconomic stability,” said the IMF mission.

To mitigate liquidity pressures and re-anchor inflation expectations, it said it is imperative to comprehensively address the Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe’s quasi-fiscal operations (QFOs). These measures should be complemented with an enhanced liquidity management framework, including the use of appropriate interest-bearing instruments by the RBZ to mop up excess liquidity, the IMF mission says.

The consolidated fiscal stance, including QFOs, should be aligned with short-term stabilization objectives.

“Structural reforms aimed at improving the business climate and reducing governance vulnerabilities are key for promoting sustained and inclusive growth and would bode well for supporting Zimbabwe’s development objectives embodied in the country’s National Development Strategy 1 (2021-2025),” it added.

Sustainable development will also require resolving the debt overhang. The IMF said it would continue to provide policy advice and extensive technical assistance in revenue mobilization, expenditure control, financial supervision, debt management, economic governance, and macroeconomic statistics. However, the IMF is precluded from providing financial support to Zimbabwe due to unsustainable debt—based on the IMF’s Debt Sustainability Analysis and external arrears.

 An IMF financial arrangement will require a clear path to a comprehensive restructuring of Zimbabwe’s external debt, including clearing arrears, and a reform plan that aligns with durably restoring macroeconomic stability, enhancing inclusive growth, lowering poverty, and strengthening economic governance.

International re-engagement remains critical for debt resolution and access to financial support.

The authorities’ re-engagement efforts through the Structured Dialogue Platform are vital for attaining debt sustainability and gaining access to external financing, it says.

 It notes that Zimbabwe’s economy has continued its post-COVID recovery, but enhancing its longer-term growth potential would require strong reform efforts. Real gross domestic product is projected to grow by around 4,8 percent in 2023, supported by strong activity in the mining sector and—reflecting the beneficial impact of structural reforms—in agriculture and energy sectors.

Growth is expected to slow to 3,5 percent in 2024 due to weaker global demand for minerals and a weather-related slowdown in agriculture.

“The outcome of this staff visit will serve as a key input in the preparations for a Staff Monitored Program (SMP) and the next Article IV consultation,” says IMF.

 The IMF mission held meetings with Minister of Finance, Economic Development and Investment Promotion Professor Mthuli Ncube, his Permanent Secretary Mr. George Guvamatanga, Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe Governor Dr John Mangudya, the Deputy Chief Secretary to the President and Cabinet Mr Willard Manungo, other senior Government officials.

https://www.herald.co.zw/imf-implores-zim-to-pace-up-forex-reforms/

Iraqi armed factions claim responsibility for targeting American Base in Erbil, 27 OCT

 Iraqi armed factions claim responsibility for targeting American Base in Erbil

Shafaq News/ On Thursday, armed factions in Iraq asserted responsibility for a bombing targeting the American "Harir" base in Erbil, the capital of the Kurdistan Region. This attack is part of a series of operations these factions have been conducting in recent days.

A group called the "Islamic Resistance in Iraq" stated, "The Mujahideen of the Islamic Resistance in Iraq targeted the American occupation base adjacent to Erbil Airport, with two drones, which directly hit their targets."

The "Islamic Resistance in Iraq" expressed support for the Palestinian "Hamas" movement's Operation "Al-Aqsa Flood."

Following the bombing of Al-Baptist Hospital in the Gaza Strip, where more than 500 people were killed and hundreds wounded, the "Resistance" initiated bombing operations on US military bases in Iraq and Syria.

https://shafaq.com/en/Iraq-News/Iraqi-armed-factions-claim-responsibility-for-targeting-American-Base-in-Erbil