Vietnam upgrades ties with Japan to highest level, 29 NOV

 Vietnam upgrades ties with Japan to highest level

November 27, 2023 at 6:26 AM

HANOI (Reuters) – Vietnam and Japan on Monday officially upgraded their relations to a “comprehensive strategic partnership” during a visit by Vietnamese president Vo Van Thuong to Tokyo.

The move underlined Vietnam’s increasingly strategic role as an important link in global supply chains amid trade tension between China and the West, which is helping to bring foreign investment to the southeast Asian country as some companies relocate operations from China.

“This is an important event, opening a new chapter in the Vietnam-Japan relation,” Thuong said in a speech broadcast on national television.

The elevation of ties with Japan followed Vietnam’s historic upgrade of relations with the United States in September, when the former foes signed multiple cooperation agreements, including on semiconductors and critical minerals.

 Vietnam has designated five other countries as comprehensive strategic partners, including China, India, Russia, South Korea and the United States.

Japan is Vietnam’s third-largest source of foreign investment and its fourth-largest trading partner, with bilateral trade reaching $50 billion last year.

Several Japanese multinationals, such as Canon, Honda, Panasonic and Bridgestone, are among the largest foreign investors in Vietnam, turning it into a regional manufacturing hub, with one of the fastest-growing economies in Asia.

Vietnam and Japan, both embroiled in separate maritime disputes with China, in 2020 reached a $348 million Japanese loan agreement for Vietnam to build six patrol vessels.

(Reporting by Khanh Vu, editing by Ed Osmond)  LINK

BIG CALL HIGHLIGHTS, 29 NOV

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• ATMs with the new Dinar rate have been placed at the Iraqi Airports.
• The new Iraqi Dinar coins are minted and will be made available to citizens on Wed. 28 Nov.
• On Wed. 28 Nov. the new Iraqi Dinar Rate will be printed in the Gazette.
• Currency dealers will be changing their currency rates Wed. 28 Nov. night after midnight.
• A top Wells Fargo Bank source said Tier4b would be exchanging either Wed. or Thurs. of this week.
• Another source said Tier4b would be exchanging on Thurs. 30 Nov.
• On Wed. 29 Nov. the Sovereigns and the Chinese Elders will be paid (starting overnight Tues. into Wed. overnight). Depending on how that goes will determine when Tier4b will be notified to set appointments.
• One Source said that notification for Tier4b (us, the Internet Group) will come after midnight Wed. night, early Thurs. morning 30 Nov.
• The Admirals Group exchanges were done, but won’t receive liquidity until Tier4b notification.
• Restitution and Recreation Allowances (a lump sum payment) and a significant increase in Social Security starts the first week of Dec. for ages 62 and over.
• NESARA came in on Thanksgiving night 11-23-2023 at 11:11pm.
• President Trump was planning on coming back in the first week of December.

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Iraqi Prime Minister Calls for Transparency in Fines Imposition, 29 NOV

 Iraqi Prime Minister Calls for Transparency in Fines Imposition

In a significant move towards fostering transparency and accountability, the Prime Minister of Iraq, Mohammed Shia’ Al Sudani, recently emphasized the need for clear and straightforward procedures in the imposition of fines on Iraqi citizens. This call from the Prime Minister signifies a commitment to ensuring citizens fully grasp the reasons and processes behind any penalties they may face.

A Step Towards Trust Building

Such a move is aimed at building trust between the government and the public, preventing potential misunderstandings or grievances that could arise from the imposition of fines. It is a step towards establishing a more transparent government, where the citizens are kept in the loop about their rights and obligations, reducing the chance of any perceived injustices.

Promoting Good Governance

The Prime Minister’s statement also underscores the Iraqi government’s ongoing effort to promote good governance and accountability within its operations. It is part of a broader initiative that seeks to instill a culture of transparency and fairness in all governmental procedures, encouraging citizen participation and promoting the rule of law.

Implications for the Future

This move by the Prime Minister serves as a strong indication of the government’s commitment to open governance, a factor that plays a critical role in a country’s political stability and economic prosperity. It marks a positive step towards improving public trust in the government, fostering a sense of shared responsibility for the country’s future, and enhancing the overall quality of governance in Iraq.

https://bnn.network/politics/iraqi-prime-minister-calls-for-transparency-in-fines-imposition/

"RV UPDATE" BY FRANK26, 29 NOV

 Frank26 

  There's going to be a meeting with the CBI and the US Treasury in Dubai.  All you got to do is figure it out.  The first [meeting in Washington] was for what?  The American dollar.  So you go to the US Treasury.  This one is important for what?  The Iraqi dinar.  So you go to a place like Dubai. Would you go anywhere else?   ...It is exciting times.  It's amazing what's going on.   

 JP Morgan Chase is now actively involved with the Iraqi dinar.  They may doubt it half the time but the other half they guide you. 

 The Chief Executive Office of Chase Mr. Diamond released a document last month saying his bank is now supporting the Iraqi dinar 100% and he's building Chase Banks in Iraq.  The employees of Chase do not know what's going on in order to protect the corporation that will soon be exchanging the Iraqi dinar in America...

 Our time is coming to an end in my strong opinion.  I'm excited about the fact that 2024 is around the corner.

The dinar is gone to master the Curran BY NADER FROM MID EAST

Delayed Fund Transfer in Iraq Amidst Global Salary Increase Trends, 29 NOV

 Delayed Fund Transfer in Iraq Amidst Global Salary Increase Trends

In a recent update from Baghdad, Rudaw correspondent Hewlket Aziz disclosed the postponement of the transfer of 700 billion Iraqi Dinars. This report highlights the persisting financial and administrative challenges within the region. It also alludes to the expectations of talks regarding the disbursement of three months’ salaries in the coming week. This situation has a significant impact on government employees, who are anxiously awaiting their pending salary payments.

Financial Struggles Amidst Positive Global Outlook

While the delay in fund transfer and the anticipated discussions suggest attempts to address the salary arrears, the report does not provide specific reasons for the delay or proposed solutions to the problem. This comes at a time when the ECA International’s Salary Trends Survey for 2023 indicates that the global outlook for employees is beginning to show signs of improvement, with nominal salary increases in 2023 standing at 5.1%. This represents an increase of around one percentage point compared to 2022.

Real-World Implications of Salary Decreases

However, when inflation is considered, employees have, in fact, experienced an average decrease of 1% in real terms. Despite this, employers from most regions are expecting to provide nominal salary increases at a similar level to the current year in 2024.

Regional Developments

Elsewhere in the region, Saudi Arabia and Kuwait have made significant decisions. Saudi Arabia has implemented stricter rules for issuing work visas for domestic workers, with requirements such as foreign employers needing to be at least 24 years old. The country’s Ministry of Human Resources has launched Musaned, a recruitment platform designed to enhance the domestic labor market. Meanwhile, Kuwait’s Council of Ministers has approved a draft Emiri decree that will result in several prisoners being pardoned and the restoration of citizenship for opposition figures that were stripped of their status roughly a decade ago.

https://bnn.network/world/iraq/delayed-fund-transfer-in-iraq-amidst-global-salary-increase-trends/