Friday, September 20, 2024

Iraqi Oil Minister meets US Oil Industy Execs, 20 SEPT

 By John Lee.

Iraqi Minister of Oil, Hayan Abdul-Ghani, has held a series of meetings with oil industy executives during his visit to the United States:

  • ARC Alternative and Renewable Construction LLC, represented by CEO Lonnie Coplen, and Maysoon Tawfik. Discussions involved cooperation on infrastructure development for Iraq’s energy sector.
  • Baker Hughes, led by senior executives including Vice President for Oilfield Services, Mr. Amerino Gatti; the Vice President for Technology and Climate Affairs, Mr. Alessandro Bresciani; the Vice President for Political and Global Government Affairs, Mr. Matt Armstrong; and the company’s Services Director in Iraq, Tawfic Al-Ezz. Discussions focused on optimizing gas investment, especially in underdeveloped oil and gas fields, in alignment with Iraq’s governmental and strategic energy plans.
  • BP, represented by senior executives including Vice President in the U.S., Aleda Rios, and the company’s Vice Presidents for the Gulf of Mexico and Canada, Peter Evans, Michael Galiunas, and Roger Boyce. BP presented its ongoing development programs in Iraq’s oil fields, including four fields in Kirkuk.
  • KBR, led by Jay Ibrahim, Director of Sustainable Technology, and Ritesh Jain, Director of Business Development for the Middle East. Discussions focused on leveraging advanced technology for sustainable economic development and optimizing gas and energy investments.
  • ARC Energy, led by Chairman Jason Arceneaux. Discussions covered exploration blocks introduced in Iraq’s fifth and sixth licensing rounds.
  • Alexandros, led by Executive Vice President for the Middle East, Ghassan Hannoudi. Discussions covered refining and future plans to enhance product quality and output.
  • Hunt Oil, led by CEO Mark Gunnin, with other senior executives. The talks focused on Iraq’s efforts to invest in and develop oil and gas fields.
  • Honeywell. Prospects for enhancing cooperation in the fields of energy and the refining sector were discussed.

(Source: Ministry of Oil)

GOLDILOCKS CC NOTES HIGHLIGHTS: THE IMPORTANCE OF THE MULTI-CURRENCY ACCOUNTS, 20 SEPT

 Summary

Goldilocks Global Banking News discusses the importance of multi-currency accounts and recent regulations affecting foreign currency exchanges.

Highlights

  • 🌍 Multi-Currency Accounts: Essential for maximizing profits from various currencies.
  • 📅 New Regulations: Recent updates in the Federal Register impact foreign currency exchanges.
  • 🔒 Transparency: New codes enhance transparency in the financial markets.
  • 🏦 Project Agora: Aims to improve cross-border payment efficiency and security.
  • 💰 ISO Codes: International standards for currency reporting are being implemented.
  • 📈 Long-Term Wealth: Multi-currency accounts can help sustain and grow wealth over time.
  • 🏛️ Central Bank Partnerships: Collaboration between banks and private sectors for better currency management.

Key Insights

  • 🌐 Importance of Multi-Currency Accounts: These accounts allow individuals to hold and exchange multiple currencies, which is crucial for those looking to profit from global currency fluctuations. They provide flexibility and potential for increased wealth.
  • 📜 Regulatory Changes: Recent regulations in the Federal Register indicate a shift towards more structured and transparent foreign currency exchanges, enhancing the security and accountability of these transactions.
  • 🔍 Transparency in the Financial System: The implementation of ISO codes and new regulations is aimed at increasing transparency, reducing manipulation, and ensuring proper reporting in the financial markets, which benefits all participants.
  • 🔗 Project Agora’s Role: This initiative focuses on improving the infrastructure for cross-border payments, making them more efficient and secure, which is vital for the future of international currency exchanges.
  • 📊 ISO Code Significance: Understanding ISO codes is essential for anyone engaging in foreign currency exchanges as they are critical for proper reporting and compliance in the evolving financial landscape.
  • 📈 Potential for Long-Term Growth: Multi-currency accounts not only facilitate immediate exchanges but can also serve as a strategic tool for long-term wealth accumulation as currencies fluctuate in value.
  • 🌍 Central Bank Collaboration: The partnership between central banks and private firms underlines the importance of integrating modern technology with traditional banking to enhance the management of multi-currency accounts and transactions.

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DINAR REVALUATION REPORT: Objective of the Committee Iraqi Government's Initiative to Enhance Banks' Compliance with International Standards, 20 SEPT

 Objective of the Committee

Iraqi Government's Initiative to Enhance Banks' Compliance with International Standards

On September 19, 2024, the Iraqi Prime Minister, Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani, announced the formation of a high-level committee aimed at aligning Iraqi banks with international financial requirements. This initiative reflects the government's commitment to advancing economic reforms and supporting the private sector, particularly the banking industry.

The committee's primary objective is to develop strategies and measures that ensure Iraqi banks meet global financial standards. Al-Sudani emphasized the need for strong domestic banks adhering to these standards to contribute effectively to the country's development. 

Relationship with Financial Institutions

The Prime Minister directed the Private Banks Association to foster balanced relationships with financial institutions, Arab banks, and investors to strengthen the banking sector. This directive is crucial for the sector's growth and its ability to support Iraq's economic vision. 

Collaboration with International Experts

Al-Sudani also highlighted that the Central Bank of Iraq has contracted with Oliver Wyman, a global management consulting firm, to assist in the development of the banking and financial sector.  This collaboration is expected to bring in international expertise and best practices.

Challenges and Opportunities

Iraq's banking sector faces challenges, including the need for modernization and diversification, as noted in the BTI 2024 Iraq Country Report.  The formation of this committee presents an opportunity to address these challenges and enhance the sector's competitiveness on a global scale.

Economic Outlook

According to the IMF's 2024 Article IV Consultation with Iraq, the country's economy is experiencing a strong recovery The fiscal expansion, which began in 2023, has supported the non-oil economy's growth. However, the report also highlights the need for sound macroeconomic policies and structural reforms to ensure long-term stability and economic diversification.

The government forms a higher committee to adapt Iraqi banks to international financial requirements, 20 SEPT

  The government forms a higher committee to adapt Iraqi banks to international financial requirements

9/19/2024

Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani announced on Thursday the formation of a higher committee to address the work of Iraqi banks in accordance with international financial requirements, while directing private banks to build balanced relations with financial institutions, Arab banks and investors.

Al-Sudani's media office stated in a statement received by Shafaq News Agency that the latter received today the head of the Private Banks Association and a number of directors of private banks, and was informed of the problems facing the banking sector in Iraq.

Al-Sudani pointed to the measures taken by the government to support the private sector in general, and the banking sector in particular, as part of the priority of economic reform, in which the government has made advanced progress.

He explained that "there is no alternative but to have capable Iraqi banks that adopt all financial standards to participate in development and building the country," stressing the importance of the Banking Association dealing with government trends and investing in opportunities.

He pointed out the readiness of Arab and foreign banks whose representatives visited Iraq to cooperate with the government in implementing its vision and development plans.

Al-Sudani announced the formation of a higher committee to develop treatments for the work of banks, to be in line with the requirements of work in the international financial arena, confirming the Central Bank’s contract with Oliver Wyman Company with the aim of developing the banking and financial sector.

He directed the Banking Association to build balanced relations with financial institutions, Arab banks and investors to support banking work. He also directed the preparation of a draft resolution to be presented to the Council of Ministers, which includes obligating ministries to provide facilities that support the banking sector in Iraq.  LINK

LATEST FROM WOLVERINE, 20 SEPT

 Thurs. 19 Sept. 2024 Wolverine 

Invitations to the P Group have gone out. They are starting this weekend. It is happening. …September is called the Golden Month by Bond Holders because they have been told everything is happening in September.

 Bond Holders are presently in Reno and other parts of the World awaiting release of liquidity for the Global Currency Reset. We are defiantly close.

 Redemption Center staff  have been trained. The QFS is fully integrated. 

… Rubem Baz said, “At 15:30 Brazilian time on Tues. 17 Sept. was the last procedure between Brazil and Reno (USA). Tomorrow Wed. 18 Sept, after 11:00am invitations to go to the bank will be sent. In 48 hours (Fri. 20 Sept.) we will go liquid. This portion is 1%. 

Finally there is nothing left to do. Payments will now begin.” …“Things are defiantly happening behind the scenes. We are going to be celebrating this week. There are things that I can’t say, but I wanted you to know that things are defiantly moving.” … 

“I agree with Mr Salvage report on German Bastidas who is one of the leaders of the Pentecostal Group. They have now finished all the contracts with the Call Centers which are located in Brazil.

 On Mon. 16 Sept. 2024 notifications began to be delivered. On Tues. 17 Sept. 2024 they closed the platforms and were ready to begin start the blessing. They will begin sending the transactions from the 1st to the 2nd of October to each member.”

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DINAR REVALUATION REPORT : Iraq's Exchange Rate Defense amid Oil Price Decline: Central Bank's Role in 2024, 21 SEPT

  Iraq's Exchange Rate Defense amid Oil Price Decline: Central Bank's Role in 2024 Iraq's central bank has been actively defendi...