MarkZ: I’m feeling real good it’s before the end of the year…real good.
Militia Man: I like where we are and there is evidence that supports it happening this year...I am hoping it’s within a 10 day window. MarkZ: It very well could be.
The expert in economic affairs Nawar Al-Saadi revealed on Sunday (17 November 2024) the strategic importance of the upcoming census in Iraq, pointing to its pivotal role in supporting the national economy and achieving sustainable development in accordance with the government’s development plan 2024-2028.
Strategic tool for development
“The population census represents a pivotal step that may significantly affect the economic and social situation of the country in the future,” Al-Saadi told Baghdad Today.
He explained that “this census is not just a census of the population, but is a strategic tool for determining the details of the demographic composition, such as the age of the population, their place of residence, and the level of their education.”
He added that “these data will be the basis for building sustainable development plans based on actual needs, which enhances the state’s ability to achieve economic and social development.”
Positive economic impacts
Al-Saadi continued: “Among the expected positive effects, the census will provide government and private companies with accurate information to make smarter investment and economic decisions. For example, this data can be used to distribute resources more eairly between governorates, or to improve urban planning and public services.”
He pointed out that “the census may enhance the role of the private sector and reduce dependence on the public sector, which is in line with the government’s plans to achieve economic balance within the development plan 2024-2028.”
Challenges and potential repercussions
On the other hand, Al-Saadi warned of “negative repercussions that may occur if you do not exploit the data correctly.”
“The census may reveal serious problems, such as high unemployment rates or lack of infrastructure in some areas, which can lead to increased social tensions if these issues are not addressed quickly and effectively,” he said.
He stressed that “the absence of careful planning for the post-census may keep Iraq in the circle of dependence on inaccurate estimates, which weakens development opportunities.”
A historic opportunity or a missed move?
Al-Saadi concluded by saying: “The success of the census depends on Iraq’s ability to use its results effectively to develop comprehensive economic and social policies. If done, the census could be a turning point towards sustainable development and social justice. If its results are neglected, this step may turn into another missed opportunity added to the challenges facing Iraq.”
Economists see Iraq’s upcoming census as a pivotal step in achieving economic and social balance, but its success depends on effective planning and implementation of the post-census.
As government efforts to support sustainable development continue, the hope remains to seize this opportunity to establish an accurate database that leads to smarter and fairer development decisions.
...if you take the monetary mass of Iraq then do the math of the about 150 tons of acquired gold in their reserves, you can easily see that when they shrink the monetary mass, these reserves could cover the entire monetary mass of dinars in circulation.
WOW! Yes, it could potentially cover 100% not just a percentage of the dinars in circulation, if all goes according to plan...
Isn’t this then the financial “stability” that the CBI keeps telling us it needs to conduct the project to delete the zeros?
Opening of the Unified National Card System at the Iraqi Embassy in the Emirates
Today, Sunday, November 17, 2024, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Fuad Hussein, inaugurated the unified national card system at the Embassy of the Republic of Iraq in the United Arab Emirates, in the presence of Ambassador Muzaffar Mustafa Al-Jubouri and the Consul General in Dubai and the Northern Emirates, Amad Abdul Hamid.
The Minister of Foreign Affairs stressed in a speech on the occasion, according to a statement by the ministry, received by "Baghdad Today", that: "The opening of the unified national card system represents a strategic step towards developing public services, and embodies the government's commitment to providing the best for every Iraqi citizen."
He explained that "the unified national card is not just an official identification document, but rather a symbol of the unity of Iraq and the cohesion of its people. The system aims to facilitate procedures for citizens, ensuring that they obtain services efficiently and quickly, without suffering."
For his part, the Iraqi Ambassador to the UAE, Muzaffar Mustafa Al-Jubouri, praised the “great efforts made by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, headed by Minister Fuad Hussein, in cooperation with the Ministry of Interior, headed by Minister Abdul Amir Al-Shammari, to achieve this important project.”
He stressed that "this step comes in response to the needs of the Iraqi community abroad, which aspires to modern and effective services that strengthen its connection to the homeland," adding that "the project places the Iraqi citizen abroad at the heart of the priorities, which provides him with easy access to distinguished services."
At the end of the ceremony, the Minister of Foreign Affairs conducted an inspection tour to see the work of the system, where the specialized team sent by the Ministry of Interior provided a brief explanation of the mechanism for issuing the unified national card.
For their part, a group of Iraqi community members present expressed their thanks and appreciation for the consular services provided by the embassy, praising the facilitation of their official transactions and the strengthening of their communication with their mother country. link
...I was ecstatic, I talked to Vice President of Wealth Management at JP Morgan.
The Vice President told me in his office they will 100% most definitely come to the house with security guards and take me to the bank if I need. They will provide a shuttle because at that point you're walking with money that's worth an ungodly amount...
They told me when the time comes they would be able to provide an escort with people to take me to and from so I can conduct my business before or after hours...