St. Patrick’s Day Coffee with MarkZ. 03/17/2025, 18 march

 St. Patrick’s Day Coffee with MarkZ. 03/17/2025

It appears Mark has been taken off youtube for a week. So try Rumble and Twitch this week to find him 

The rolling chat does not work well on Rumble…so cannot always post member questions or comments…  Notes may be very short this week. 

MarkZ  Update- Some highlights by PDK-Not verbatim

MarkZ Disclaimer: Please consider everything on this call as my opinion. People who take notes do not catch everything and its best to watch the video so that you get everything in context.  Be sure to consult a professional for any financial decisions

MZ: Mr. Cottrell is supposed to be here today……but we will not be back on youtube until Friday or Saturday. 

MZ:  There are a lot of expectations for later today and tomorrow on the bond side. Most are looking at the 18th. I will post if I get any confirmations……Remember no more Monday night podcasts. 

MZ: There are rumblings in some of the “Currency Groups” trying to buy up currency from other smaller groups. Not sure where the funds are coming from…..but there seems to be a mad dash right now to consolidate. I am trying to get more information but this could be a huge sign. 

MZ: There is no way (IMO) that they would spend those dollars unless they believe they would shortly get them back. This is good news from the currency side of this.  

MZ: in Iraq:  “The Iraqi Economy –Challenges and opportunities in light of global financial transformations” They are letting us know the great success they are having in going digital and their standing with the international community and foreign exchanges. The government is working tirelessly to reduce dependence on the US dollar. And they are promoting the use of the Iraqi dinar for financial transactions. 

MZ: De-dollization is strengthening the value of the Iraqi dinar. They are telling us what they are doing.

MZ: “The government is preparing to approve the 2025 budget-Sudanese advisor reveals details”  They say it will be submitted before Ramadan ends.  Before Eid Al Fitr. 

MZ: I have so many sources in Iraq saying the reason they have delayed it is because there is a new rate in it. This does make sense. 

MZ: “Al Rafidain announces the collection of 6 trillion dinars electronically during 2024” This is more about the digital transformation and the economic “white papers” …and the goal is to increase the purchasing power of all Iraqi’s. 

MZ: “Erbil hands Baghdad  48 billion dinars  in non-oil revenue”  This was just for the past month as they pound out the last of the HCL agreements. 

MZ: Here is a fun one: “ US and Vietnam sign $4 Billion energy and minerals deals”And the US and the World bank are pushing Vietnam to increase their exchange rate. It certainly looks like Vietnam is becoming front and center in Asia. I enjoyed this 

MZ: Here is a bank story….that’s not a bank story. “My son is in Blue Ridge, GA hiking and fishing this weekend. They got a hotel because of the horrible weather coming through last weekend. While they were packing up to leave they got to talking with a couple. The man is a banker in Atlanta. My son said my dad follows the Iraqi dinar…do you think it will ever be worth something or is my dad crazy? ..and to make a long story short….the banker said “Your dad is not crazy. He is very smart and it is definitely a good investment. I didn’t think much about it until 5 months ago….but your dad is very smart. “

MZ: There are more and more stories from active bankers over the last few months that tell me “To Prepared” 

MZ: I will see if I can get a farm claims contact and a Bond attorney to come on and do a recorded call. It is very dangerous for them…but if they will…I will let you know. 

Mr. Cottrell joins the stream today. Please listen to replay for his information and opinions 

THE CONTENT IN THIS PODCAST IS FOR GENERAL & EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY&NOT INTENDED TO PROVIDE ANY PROFESSIONAL, FINANCIAL OR LEGAL ADVICE. PLEASE CONSIDER EVERYTHING DISCUSSED IN MARKZ’S OPINION ONLY.

AJ: The Rv , It’s a deliberate decision made by the CBI!! @DINARREVALUATION #iraqidinarinvestor

 

Government: Iraq’s exemption from US visa restrictions confirms the strength of bilateral relations, 18 MARCH

 Government: Iraq’s exemption from US visa restrictions confirms the strength of bilateral relations

The Prime Minister’s political advisor, Farhad Alaa Al-Din, said on Sunday that Iraq’s exemption from US visa restrictions confirms the strength of bilateral relations.

Alaa Al-Din said, according to the official agency, that “the nature of the relationship that Iraq has with the United States is characterized by positivity and continuous cooperation, which reflects the level of mutual trust and common understanding in various fields, including regional security and stability.” He added, “Iraq’s exemption from the US visa restrictions confirms the strength of bilateral relations and the importance of joint cooperation in the security, economic, diplomatic and immigration fields, especially since the Iraqi government has demonstrated on more than one occasion that Iraq is continuing its approach to enhancing security and stability, cooperating with the international community to combat terrorism, and maintaining a safe and stable environment that contributes to strengthening regional and international partnerships. In addition, the government affirms its commitment to continuing to work with the United States and other countries to ensure common interests and achieve sustainable development for the benefit of the Iraqi people and the region.”

https://mawazin.net/Details.aspx?jimare=260210

TIDBITS FROM FRANK26, 18 MARCH

  Frank26 

 You think it's been difficult?  Wait till this thing happens, oh my dear God.  You're going to have to make decisions you've never made before.  

How are you going to move a million dollars?  How are you going to protect it?  Where are you going to move it?  Who's going to move it for you?  Who are you going to trust?  Did you calculate the taxes?

  [Security and stability] is not just because of the Iraq dinar/the Iraqi monetary reform of their currency.  

It's not just because of that.  That's part of it yes, everybody knows what the Iraq currency is about to do.  No it's not a secret.  But there are other things that have brought security and stability.

https://dinarevaluation.blogspot.com/2025/03/tidbit-from-frank26-15-march_01977401645.html

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What's the reason why we don't have the new exchange rate for the new currency Iraq to give purchasing power to the Iraqi citizens?  What's the reason why? 

 Why don't we have it?  Is it because the weather is too hot?  Is it because we have an alignment of stars? 

 Is it because the leadership in Iraq, 

Sudani, he's just a bad man?  What is the reason why we don't have the monetary reform with a respectable exchange rate that the world wants?  Iran...security. 

 Do we have security with Iran?  No...[but] the security and stability of the Middle East is spreading.

https://dinarevaluation.blogspot.com/2025/03/tidbit-from-frank26-15-march.html

PIMPY: This means the Iraqi dinar has grown in value!! @DINARREVALUATION #iraqidinarinvestor

 

FRANK26: "THE IQD EXCHANGE RATE... FREED FROM IRANIAN SHACKLES!!!", 18 MARCH

 KTFA

FRANK26: "THE IQD EXCHANGE RATE... FREED FROM IRANIAN SHACKLES!!!".......F26

Iraq Freed from "Iranian Shackles" as Al-Sudani Visits Basra to Follow Up on Gulf Gas Import Project

 

3/15/2025

 

- Basra

 

Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani will arrive in Basra Governorate tomorrow, Sunday (March 16, 2025), to follow up on the work of the floating gas pipeline project, in a crucial step to secure the country’s energy needs after the expiration of the US waiver for importing Iranian gas.

Ali Al-Mashkoor, a member of the Oil, Gas and Natural Resources Committee and representative of Basra Governorate, revealed in a statement to Baghdad Today on Saturday (March 15, 2025), that “the Ministry of Oil began working on the project 30 days ago, and is proceeding at an accelerated pace to complete it within 120 days, with the completion rate so far reaching more than 33%.”

He added, "Iraq is moving towards contracting with Qatar and the Sultanate of Oman to import 200 cubic meters of dry gas," noting that "the Ministry of Oil has begun constructing a pipeline extending from the Khor al-Zubair docks to the Shatt al-Basra Regulator, 40 km long and 42 inches in diameter, in accordance with international standards."

He stressed that "the project is being implemented by purely Iraqi hands, including national effort cadres from the Oil Projects Company, which enhances Iraq's ability to implement strategic projects on its own."

He stressed that "the directives of Oil Minister Hayan Abdul Ghani call for expediting implementation to ensure the pipeline's readiness before the summer season, which witnesses a sharp increase in demand for electricity."

Iraq has long relied heavily on Iranian gas to power its power plants, importing approximately 40% of its energy needs.

However, this reliance has made Iraq vulnerable to political pressures and fluctuations resulting from US sanctions on Iran, which require periodic waivers from Washington to allow continued gas flow.

On March 8, the US waiver expired, meaning Iraq is no longer officially able to import gas from Iran without facing legal and economic consequences.

With the arrival of summer, when electricity demand peaks, urgent action was needed to find alternatives that would stable energy supplies.

According to experts, this project falls within the Iraqi government's vision to enhance energy security and reduce waste in the oil and gas sector. It also aims to create local job opportunities through Iraqi-led project implementation, thereby enhancing the country's energy independence.

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TIDBITS FROM NADER FROM THE MID EAST, 18 MARCH

  Nader From The Mid East

  I tell you about three things. 

 Trade, private sector, which it's now very very good...You're going to see a lot of thing about the private sector how good it become and how good they invest into it and the third thing it's Forex. 

 These three things you have to watch...

https://dinarevaluation.blogspot.com/2025/01/tidbit-from-nader-from-mid-east-17-jan.html 

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• 📅 The 2025 budget is expected to be presented to the Iraqi parliament before Ramadan ends.
• 🤝 An agreement exists among key government bodies regarding budget schedules.
• 📜 Article 77/2nd of the 2023 budget law mandates annual submissions by the Ministry of Finance.
• ⚖️ Recent amendments to Article 12 of the budget law address disputes between the Kurdistan Region and the federal government.
• 🏛️ The Iraqi Council of Representatives is set to vote on the amended budget law.
• ⏳ Delays in budget submission are attributed to ongoing negotiationsand amendments.
• 💰 The resolution of budget disputes is critical for the stability of the Iraqi economy.
• https://dinarevaluation.blogspot.com/2025/03/nader-from-mid-east-iraq-budget-i-think.html