Friday, November 10, 2023
"IRAQ NEWS ANALYSIS" BY MNT GOAT, 10 NOV
AN ECONOMIC VISION TO END THE DOLLAR’S DOMINANCE OF THE IRAQI MARKET
On Wednesday, the head of the Diyala Chamber of Commerce, Muhammad Al-Tamimi, presented an economic vision to end the crisis in the parallel market for the dollar in Iraq.
Al-Tamimi told Al-Maalouma, “The rise in the dollar exchange rate in the parallel market was not surprising, but was indicated in our expectations a month ago from now for multiple reasons, some of which are external related to Washington’s position on the Sudanese government and others are internal related to the Central Bank and the extent of implementation of measures in reality.”
He added, “The Chamber of Commerce put forward a 7-dimensional vision to contain the parallel market, starting with investigating the mechanisms for granting the dollar at the official rate at the specified outlets and seeking to end the dollarization of several sectors at home and stressing this measure, pointing out that the crisis is not temporary because there are accumulated factors that caused its exacerbation.” Recently”.
He pointed out that “70% of the dollar is exported abroad because Iraq is devoid of industries that supply its markets with basic needs. This is a catastrophic matter that was overlooked after 2003, which makes the country’s economy dependent on external conditions, and any crisis will hit hard internally, requiring a comprehensive review to revive the industry again.”
(Sounds a lot like the problem the US is having. The US is a consumer nation and does not produce much anymore to the rest of the world. Why? Who changed all this. The US was once a great nation of solid wealth built by hard work and manufacturing. Now millionaires/billionaires are built of hedge funds and speculation of stocks. What’s wrong with this picture? There is lots we can learn from the situation in Iraq.)
https://mntgoatnewsusa.com/latest-mnt-goat-newsletter/Baghdad reaffirms commitment to OPEC+ agreement, 10 NOV
Baghdad reaffirms commitment to OPEC+ agreement, 10 NOV
Shafaq News / The Iraqi Ministry of Oil declared on Friday that the surge in the country's crude oil exports is a natural occurrence and does not impact the OPEC+ agreement on production levels. The ministry reiterated its commitment and support for this agreement.
In a statement, the ministry addressed recent media reports regarding the increase in Iraq's oil exports. It clarified that the rise in exports for some producing countries, including Iraq, is a natural phenomenon that does not affect the agreed-upon production levels for the OPEC+ group. These increases in export levels sometimes occur due to fluctuations in domestic consumption, it explained, citing natural conditions as one of the influencing factors in the rise or fall of domestic consumption rates.
Emphasizing the commitment of OPEC member countries and allied nations outside OPEC, including Iraq, to maintaining stability in global oil markets, the Ministry of Oil highlighted the importance of achieving the interests of producers, consumers, and investors, steering clear of temporary gains sought by some speculators.
The ministry's statement underscored that OPEC+ will not hesitate to make decisions ensuring stability and balance in global markets. Projections indicate an increase in demand quantities during this year and the next, aligning with the optimistic outlook for global economic growth following recent statements from the International Monetary Fund. The IMF revised its expectations for China's expected economic growth from 5% to 5.4%, reflecting significant recovery after the COVID-19 pandemic.
SUDANESE ADVISOR: THE WHITE HOUSE WILL MAKE A DECISION REGARDING IRAQ’S FUNDS IN THE FEDERAL BANK, 10 NOV
SUDANESE ADVISOR: THE WHITE HOUSE WILL MAKE A DECISION REGARDING IRAQ’S FUNDS IN THE FEDERAL BANK
The Baghdad Chamber of Commerce announces a proposal to get rid of the “parallel market”, 10 NOV
The Baghdad Chamber of Commerce announces a proposal to get rid of the “parallel market”
The Baghdad Chamber of Commerce announced a proposal to get rid of the “parallel market.”
Firas Al-Hamdani, head of the chamber, said: For the program {Free Speech} broadcast by the Al-Furat satellite channel this evening, it said: “If we turn to the work policy of the Central Bank of Iraq, the Chamber of Commerce is a sponsor of the Baghdad sector of companies and merchants; but we were surprised by the decision to import the US dollar in agreement with some accredited banks.”
He wondered, “Who will organize this process, how can American currency be imported from other countries, and the possibility of benefiting from and working on organizing such an important file?”
Al-Hamdani added, "Imported talk that may be misconceived leads to a fallacy, and we must have a true vision of this concept. The Iraqi dinar does not exist in the Arab or international currency market to buy the dollar, and Iraq does not have a number or name on the list of Arab and foreign currencies."
He pointed out that “it is not possible to import the dollar and secure it in the local market without registering the dinar in the basket of Arab and international currencies.”
Al-Hamdani suggested, "The Prime Minister should direct the Central Bank of Iraq to formulate an economic policy and open documentary credits to all merchants of all categories according to a policy drawn up by the Central Bank in agreement with the Federal Bank to get rid of the parallel price."
Al-Hamdani stressed, “Iraq enjoys a strong economy and the political tremors do not affect its economy, but the Central Bank witnessed a demonstration by affected people who deposited their sums without result, and confidence today is lost.”
He stressed, "the need for the Central Bank and the security authorities to monitor and hold accountable those who trade in the unofficial exchange market, and the government must provide all service means to facilitate the transfer of amounts."
Al-Hamdani added, "The state holds accountable and imprisons traders for a few hundred dollars and leaves the adults. The government must take care to provide services to the Iraqi merchant, who is a strategic partner of the state."
He concluded by saying, "The Central Bank law gives it the authority to provide paper and metal currencies, and the Iraqi merchant needs the dollar in light of the large disparity in prices. It is illogical for him to wait several months to obtain the currency."
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"STATUS OF THE RV" BY DINAR IRAQ & DONG VIETNAM, 10 NOV
STATUS OF THE RV
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