...the reinstatement is a multi-step process. First a new in-country rate of about 1:1, then the swap-out and then a move to FOREX. It is this move to FOREX we want and I cannot also emphasize this enough. There will NEVER be two rates...Once the reinstatement occurs the program rate stuff goes away....Then the CBI will also link to and reference the FOREX rate.
Article Quote: “ Encouraging and dealing with the local currency under the current economic conditions in the country is an important issue, especially with the government’s tendency to “strengthen” the Iraqi dinar against other hard currencies, especially the dollar, as well as seeking to present it first in order to be a “issue of a homeland” in a real way."
They are telling us once again they must complete the currency reform first as in integral part of rebuilding...the economy and the country...Their goal is to have the dinar come out higher than the dollar. This is not a fairy tale or rumor. This is FACT...
What is the story of the disappearance of 35 trillion dinars? The Finance Committee requests an investigation into Representative Nouri
“We carefully monitor currency printing.”
On Saturday, the Parliamentary Finance Committee issued an angry statement criticizing the statements of one of its members about the disappearance of an amount of 35 trillion printed Iraqi dinars that do not exist inside Iraq, calling on the Presidency of Parliament to open an investigation and calling on the representative to prove his claim.
A statement by the Parliamentary Finance Committee:
We followed with great astonishment and disapproval the irresponsible statements made by Representative Muhammad Nouri during his hosting on a satellite channel to talk about monetary policy in the country and the procedures of the Central Bank of Iraq.
While we categorically deny the allegations made by Mr. Representative, as they lack credibility, accuracy, and objectivity, and indicate his lack of familiarity with the procedures and duties of the committee, we express our strong rejection of these allegations because they constitute a great abuse of the tasks and duties of the Parliamentary Finance Committee in particular and the legislative authority in general.
We also call on the Presidency of the House of Representatives to form an investigative committee to determine the validity and source of these dangerous statements, and to take deterrent legal measures against anyone who intentionally harms the reputation of the Iraqi state and its constitutional institutions.
We emphasize once again that everything that the Representative spoke about is untrue. Rather, he had to verify the information by communicating with his fellow Representatives who regularly attend meetings, before talking about sensitive files, despite the fact that he did not have any information about them due to his constant absence from committee meetings.
We reiterate that the monetary policy of the Central Bank, especially with regard to printing currency, is subject to monetary standards and foundations, and in line with the stability of the economic situation and the level of inflation, and that our Finance Committee has a clear work program for oversight of the executive authority, which will be completed at the beginning of the new legislative term, we hope. Representative Al-Nouri’s commitment to performing his legislative and oversight duties and tasks.
The aforementioned representative said in a televised interview:
More than 35 trillion printed Iraqi dinars do not exist inside Iraq, noting that there are only two neighboring countries that deal with Iraq in dinars, and more than 3 months ago, 4 trillion Iraqi dinars were entered from the (50) category,” pointing out that “Finance and Banking The Central Bank raised the issue of bonds to control the issue of the Iraqi dinar, but they only raised one trillion.”
He added, “The control of the parties and the existing quotas within the financial system is what established the failure of the Iraqi economy, and there is no country so far that relies on paper accounts and has no final accounts in banks, no electronic automation, and more than 73 private banks except Iraq,” noting that “the system The financial system must be independent in order to achieve economic balance within the country.”
He also added that “government banks are shackled by the Ministry of Finance and the Prime Minister,” indicating that “the Central Bank is a failure and does not aim for real management, and the control of some parties over its decisions affected the price of the dollar, and its biggest mistake was pricing the dollar in the budget at 132 thousand compared to 100 dollars because Iraq lost more than 9 trillion, and the difference between it and the market became high.”
While he pointed out that the one responsible for monetary policy in Iraq is “the American Federal Reserve, and it does not give money except with American approval, and whoever imagines that Iraq is in economic control is dreaming.”
He pointed out that “the loss of the Iraqi dinar caused a lot of damage and as a result many small projects and construction advances stopped,” stressing that “the Iraqi economy is completely linked to the United States and we were receiving 3 payments of the dollar now only one, and the US Federal Reserve’s sanctions caused an explosion in the exchange rate.” He deals with us according to the missiles that fall on the Ain al-Assad base and the embassy.” link
Iraq Initiates Joint Task Force Following Mortar Attack on U.S. Embassy
On December 9, 2023, the U.S. Embassy in Baghdad witnessed a significant mortar attack, the most substantial assault on U.S. interests since the escalation of conflict between Israel and Hamas in Gaza on October 7th. The attack involved approximately seven mortar shells, underscoring the volatile nature of the current geopolitical landscape.
Formation of Joint Task Force
In response to the attack, Iraqi Prime Minister, Mohammed Shia’ Al-Sudani, has ordered the creation of a joint task force. The task force’s mandate is to investigate the security officials responsible for the area surrounding the U.S. Embassy. This move signifies the government’s commitment to maintaining the security of diplomatic missions in the country.
Accountability and Justice
The Iraqi armed forces have referred the officers and personnel responsible for the area’s security to specialized investigative committees. This step aims to hold accountable those who were negligent in their duties. The task force, under the direct supervision of the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, is committed to pursuing the perpetrators, arresting them, and ensuring they face justice.
Enhanced Security Measures
In response to these incidents, security measures are to be considerably stringent. Security forces have been granted broad powers to counter immediate threats to the safety of diplomatic missions and locations of international advisors. This incident follows a series of attacks on military bases housing U.S. forces in Iraq and Syria since mid-October, claimed by Iranian-backed armed groups in retaliation to the U.S. support for Israel.
In a call with U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, Prime Minister Al-Sudani reaffirmed his government’s commitment to protecting diplomatic missions and personnel of the international coalition. The world watches in anticipation as the Iraqi government takes decisive steps to ensure the safety of international diplomatic missions and combat the rising tide of violence.
U.S. Embassy in Iraq Under Significant Attack: Implications and Challenges
The U.S. Embassy in Baghdad was recently besieged by a significant attack that included mortar fire, drone strikes, and multiple rocket assaults. This substantial assault came from Kataib Sayyid al-Shuhada, a commanding force in Iraq, who has openly promised more attacks on U.S. interests within the country. The U.S. has subsequently called on the Iraqi Security Forces to investigate this attack and apprehend those responsible.
Increasing Attacks on U.S. and Coalition Forces
Since October 17, U.S. and coalition forces in Iraq and Syria have faced a staggering total of 82 attacks. The recent attacks included multiple rocket strikes on the Al-Asad Airbase in Iraq and Mission Support Site Euphrates in Syria, as well as a drone attack on Al-Asad.
A separate rocket attack on the vast U.S. Embassy in Baghdad resulted in minor damage but thankfully, no casualties. Further attacks were launched on al-Asad air base in western Iraq and three troop locations in Syria, again with no reported casualties. Following these assaults, Washington has urged Iraqi security forces to investigate these incidents thoroughly, apprehend those responsible, and ensure they face justice.
The Challenge for Iraqi Prime Minister
These attacks present a significant challenge for Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani, who has committed to safeguarding foreign missions. His focus is on boosting the economy and attracting foreign investment, a goal that these continued attacks may jeopardize.
Continued Threats Against U.S. Forces
The U.S. embassy in Baghdad has been targeted with rockets for the second time within a year. Although the damage was minimal and there were no injuries, the Ain al-Asad air base, a hosting site for U.S. and other international forces, was also a target. Despite the projectiles not landing within the base, the threat is clear and present. A dozen attacks against U.S. forces in Iraq and Syria have been claimed by a group of Iran-aligned Shi’ite Muslim militias operating under the banner of the Islamic Resistance in Iraq.
A very important statement was made back in 2020 by the prime minister's economic advisor Mohamed Salah who used to be Deputy Governor of the CBI under Shabibi. He stated that Iraq's entire wealth including all minerals in the ground amounts to only $16 trillion dollars. Knowing that information one can then determine that there is no way a significant RV could ever occur with over 90 trillion dinar in circulation. It doesn't make sense...
They...have to have the dinar stabilized within the country and within the 2% rule mandated by the IMF in order to then accept IMF article VIII and begin to float the dinar which would raise its value based on supply and demand. All of these processes and or steps required time.