Al-Alaq: Growth In Iraq Is In Line With The Global Trend Of Increasing Population
Local | - 11/27/2024 Mawazine News – Baghdad The United Nations Population Fund Advisor, Mahdi Al-Alaq, confirmed today, Wednesday, that the growth in Iraq is in line with the global trend of increasing population.
Al-Alaq explained in a statement to the official agency, followed by "Mawazine News", that "the initial results of the census reflect an annual population growth rate of 2.3%, a rate that classifies Iraq among countries with medium to high population growth."
He added, "These numbers are in line with the global trend of increasing population," noting that "the population of Iraq increased from 31 million people 15 years ago to 45 million people annually."
He pointed out that "the population census is in its final stages, as field teams are working to complete the collection of basic data in some areas, with a focus on addressing deficiencies and ensuring accuracy.
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He also explained that "the work will continue until December 10, and that all detailed data will be collected within the next two weeks, as it includes accurate information on the demographic, social and economic characteristics of the population."
Al-Alaq stressed the importance of "this data in supporting sustainable development plans in Iraq, as it will help guide policies related to education, health, housing, and job opportunities, in line with the needs of the growing population." https://www.mawazin.net/Details.aspx?jimare=256971
Medical beds: modified procedure - Sky Prince on Telegram
Medical beds will be available to everyone, including the general public, at the same time, around the world.
Treatments in medical beds are completely free for everyone and are carried out through the army.
The first priority will be those who are in critical condition and dying, in a state of extreme urgency.
Priority two are those who have humanitarian projects (Zim voucher exchange)
Priority three is the general public.
There are currently medical beds for humans and animals available and ready to start healing in every major city in the world.
You will schedule your appointments through the Starlink satellite system, not email, and through a national or global number connected to a secure military website.
We will be able to start booking appointments at the same time as virtual reality appointments, which are imminent.
There will be a public announcement and demonstration regarding the use of medical beds.
They are removing people who charge to use the techniques from medical beds because they want everyone to have free access.
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Camas médicas: procedimiento modificado - Sky Prince en Telegram
Las camas médicas estarán disponibles para todos, incluido el público en general, al mismo tiempo, en todo el mundo.
Los tratamientos en camas médicas son completamente gratuitos para todos y se llevan a cabo a través del ejército.
La primera prioridad serán aquellos que se encuentran en estado crítico y moribundos, en un estado de extrema urgencia.
Prioridad dos son aquellos que tienen proyectos humanitarios (canje de vales Zim)
La prioridad tres es el público en general.
Actualmente hay camas médicas para humanos y animales disponibles y listas para comenzar a sanar en todas las ciudades importantes del mundo.
Programará sus citas a través del sistema satelital Starlink, no por correo electrónico, y a través de un número nacional o global conectado a un sitio web militar seguro.
Podremos empezar a reservar citas al mismo tiempo que las citas de realidad virtual, que son inminentes.
Habrá un anuncio público y una demostración sobre el uso de camas médicas.
Están sacando de las camas médicas a las personas que cobran por utilizar las técnicas porque quieren que todos tengan libre acceso.
Academics: Strengthening Relations With International Institutions Contributes To Supporting The Iraqi
Economy Economical 11/28/2024 Baghdad: the mainstay of the emirate Academics praised the steps of the government of Prime Minister Muhammad Shia al-Sudani to achieve financial reform, indicating that strengthening relations with international institutions contributes to supporting the Iraqi economy.
Iraq has recently succeeded in strengthening its relationship with international economic institutions and organizations, and has projected a positive image to the world with its ability to fulfill its international financial obligations, including the International Monetary Fund, and has been able to begin reform.
Last May, the Prime Minister's Advisor for Financial Affairs, Mazhar Muhammad Salih, announced that Iraq had repaid all of the loans it obtained from the Fund, the total of which did not exceed 8 billion dollars. https://alsabaah.iq/106428-.html
Trump's potential sanctions on Iraq could shake global oil markets, S&P
Shafaq News/ US President-elect Donald Trump is considering a maximum pressure sanctions campaign on Iraq, OPEC's second-largest oil producer, as part of efforts to curb Iran's influence, sources familiar with the discussions told S&P Global Commodity Insights.
The proposed measures, which mirror the stringent sanctions already imposed on Iran, could target Iraq’s crude oil production and exports. According to S&P Global Commodity Insights, Iraq produces over 4 million barrels per day (b/d) of crude oil, with exports averaging 3.6 million b/d.
Focus on Iran-Linked Entities
The sanctions may not directly restrict Iraq's oil exports but could focus on Iran-aligned entities and individuals, including figures within Iraq’s state oil marketer SOMO, said Bob McNally, head of the Washington-based consultancy Rapidan Energy.
Sources indicate that Iraq’s waivers to import Iranian gas and electricity could also be revoked. Such a move would exacerbate Iraq’s energy crisis, as the country relies on Iranian imports to offset frequent power outages.
“I’ve been advising clients since spring that a Trump 2.0 government would likely target Iraq's increasingly pro-Iranian government for sanctions,” McNally told S&P, though he added that the focus might be limited to specific actors rather than broad oil export restrictions.
Strained Energy Ties
Iraq's dependency on Iranian energy was highlighted on Nov. 24 when Iran slashed its gas exports to Iraq, cutting supplies from 25 million cubic meters per day to 7 million, resulting in a loss of 5.5 gigawatts of electricity for Iraq.
This dependency, coupled with Iran-aligned militias' growing influence in Iraq’s oil sector, has fostered a “gray market” trade in crude oil. According to Commodity Insights, this trade has generated millions of dollars in illicit revenues for Iranian-backed groups embedded in SOMO and the oil ministry.
Implications for Global Markets
Sanctions on Iraq could have widespread repercussions, particularly for China and India, the largest buyers of Iraqi crude. In October, China accounted for 41% of Iraq’s seaborne crude exports, while India took 28%, according to Commodity Insights data.
Punitive measures would also complicate Iraq’s efforts to diversify its export markets, including expanding sales to Europe and Africa. Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein recently highlighted these ambitions but noted uncertainty over how sanctions might affect them.
Domestic and Global Challenges
Iraq’s economy is heavily reliant on oil exports, which generate 95% of government revenue. In 2022, net oil revenues reached $131 billion. Any sanctions could chill Western investment in Iraq’s energy sector, a critical component of its plans to increase crude output to 7 million b/d by 2027.
Trump’s potential sanctions could also impact US attempts to counter China’s growing influence in Iraq. Chinese firms already operate a significant share of Iraq's oil and gas development projects, far outpacing their American counterparts.
Broader Geopolitical Moves
The incoming Trump administration’s stance on Iraq aligns with its hardline approach to China and Iran. In 2018, Trump withdrew the US from the Iran nuclear deal, citing Tehran’s support for terrorism and pursuit of nuclear weapons.
In 2011, Trump declared his opposition to leaving Iraq vulnerable to Iranian control, telling The Wall Street Journal, "I would not leave Iraq and let Iran take the oil."
The Trump transition team and Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani’s office did not immediately respond to requests from S&P for comment.
