Saturday, April 5, 2025
China imposes 34% tariffs on US goods, 5 APRIL
China imposes 34% tariffs on US goods
China announced on Friday that it will impose 34% tariffs on US goods.
The Customs Tariff Commission of the State Council of China stated, "This move is in response to the tariff policies pursued by US President Donald Trump."
The Commission included in the statement that "the United States' actions are contrary to international trade rules, seriously undermine China's legitimate rights and interests, and constitute a typical example of unilateral bullying."
CRYPTO TRADER: #IQD Government advisor: Iraq's oil exports are not subject to US tariffs!!, 5 APRIL
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Government advisor: Iraq's oil exports are not subject to US tariffs
For all those who think 39% tariff on Iraq is a big deal it doesn't apply to crude exports which form 95% of the total exports .
U.S. total goods trade with Iraq were an estimated $9.1 billion in 2024. U.S. goods exports to Iraq in 2024 were $1.7 billion, down 26.4 percent ($595.2 million) from 2023.
U.S. goods imports from Iraq totaled $7.4 billion in 2024, down 12.2 percent ($1.0 billion) from 2023.
PM: Iraq's strategic location is a natural global trade corridor, 5 APRIL
PM: Iraq's strategic location is a natural global trade corridor
INA - BAGHDAD
PM Muhammed S. Al-Sudani stressed that Iraq must not rely solely on oil, highlighting that the country’s strategic geographic location makes it a natural global trade corridor.
Al-Sudani met on Friday with a group of tribal sheikhs and notables from across Iraq at the guesthouse of Rahim Majeesar Al-Baydani in Baghdad, according to a statement by the PM Media Office - received by the Iraqi News Agency - INA.
He extended Eid al-Fitr greetings to the attendees and thanked Al-Baydani for the invitation, commending his social and humanitarian contributions, as well as his support for security forces and displaced families during the fight against Daesh terrorist groups.
The Prime Minister affirmed that Iraqi tribes have consistently supported the state throughout history, beginning with the 1920 Revolution and continuing through their sacrifices in all critical phases.
He praised the tribes’ role in responding to the religious authority’s call for jihad when Iraqis from all backgrounds stood together to confront terrorism - at a time when some believed the Iraqi state was on the brink of collapse. "That united stand ensured the nation’s survival and recovery."
"The Supreme Religious Authority’s call for Iraqis to reflect upon and embrace their deep cultural and intellectual heritage is both timely and meaningful. He underscored that Iraq’s rich civilization and vast natural resources empower it to overcome present and future challenges. The Authority’s recent message - that Iraq is recovering and moving along the right path - serves as a source of national reassurance in the face of fear-mongering that seeks to spread fear, anxiety, and a sense of defeat within society," he stressed.
He highlighted, saying, "What we enjoy today is the result of great sacrifices and honorable tribal stances, which we will never forget. Iraq is strong, capable, recovering, and moving forward - with recognition from regional and international institutions."
"Iraq plays a leading role in the region, and the scale of reconstruction and development underway from Basra to Nineveh is unprecedented. The government has prioritized the needs of the people above all personal or partisan interests," he added.
The Prime Minister asserted that "Iraq must not rely solely on oil; the country holds immense potential in agriculture, industry, and tourism. Our country’s strategic geographic location makes it a natural global trade corridor. That’s why we launched the Development Road project. We are working around the clock to fulfill our commitments, and Iraq possesses the resources, capabilities, and will to overcome challenges. Work is progressing on projects to deliver natural gas to our power stations."
"There is real political will to enact reforms, and we have made significant progress in less than two and a half years," he noted.
He pointed out that "the region has gone through extraordinary circumstances, and one of the government’s greatest challenges has been its approach to the crisis - rooted in Iraq’s principled stance on the Palestinian cause. The ongoing Zionist aggression against Palestinians reflects the failure of the international community."
"We’ve preserved Iraq’s stability through wise and responsible leadership, preventing the country from being dragged into regional conflict. Some impulsive voices called for Iraq to engage in war and conflict. Iraq’s and the Iraqi people’s interests are our top priority. There is no room for compromise, whether with internal or external actors," he stated.
PM Al-Sudani said that "the government’s approach is to uphold the state’s supreme interests. We count on religious leaders, tribal sheiks, and national elites to promote a message of unity and cohesion across society."
"Some thrive on division, crisis, and conspiracies. We must remain Alert - especially with the upcoming electoral process. We are confident that Iraq’s future is bright - powered by its people, its resources, and a sound vision for governance," he included in his remarks.
BRUCE: Today the algorithms for the 800 numbers have been loaded. emails are loaded, 5 APRIL
From Bruce
BRUCE: Today the algorithms for the 800 numbers have been loaded. emails are loaded, but there was an issue today with funds sent from HSBC (bond funds) to WElls Fargo, and ther was a problem.
It got solved and rectified some time this afternoon. I am supposed to receive the 800 number any time now, in fact, it looked like I was going to have it for tonight's call. I did not get it by tonight.
That is how close we are. Not sure if tomorrow, but it should be based on what I heard before the call. I did hear something that I am not 100% comfortable with.
Let's say we have the 800 number on our website, and Bob gets Raleigh to send out emails in a blast, and you will get emails from Wells Fargo, so they will be sending those out, and let's say we get them tomorrow, and we call to set appts.
What I understand is that we will set the appts but we will call in to set the appts, we will go the redemption center, talk to us, and then notify us in 3 days or so, as to when our actual appt will be (time and day).
What is strange about that, is if numbers come out in the morning, we thought we would go in right away.. but the info I am getting is that there is a slight wait, where they call us to let uis know when the appt will actually be. I said a long time ago, and getting the 800 number is half the battle, but why would they wait a few days to let us know exactly when our appt is.
I think what they are doing is they are going to VET us per the KYC rules, to make sure that the deep state is NOT getting in. They are not going to get into this exchange. Another reason is, there were a number, about 26,000 bonds, that were bogus, counterfeit, ,could not match them up to owners or powers of attorney reps of the bonds.
It took about two days to go through all those, and they found out who the people were who put out the bogus bonds and they were arrested. That was almost a 2 days delay. We are at a Defcon 1 at highest readiness. Meetings going on with military and running programs to see we are good to go.
We were JUST about there, before the call, where I thought I would get the number tonight. we are THAT close. We need to keep pushing forward. When we get it it will be on Big Call Universe Website.
This number is primarily for USA and Canada, but not for the rest of the world, which including far east, europe, latin america, etc.
Even with the the listeners we have here at the big call, can our servers withstand the traffic to our site to pick up that number. I do not know how much the traffic will be but could be substantial.
When I get the number I will give it to the contact people I have, and we will get it out, but it would have been better to do it on a live ccall. Let's see what happens tomorrow. There may be a way to get it out through a special call.
This would avoid a website crash on the Big Call. We will look for alternatives, but the Wells Fargo email should contain the 800 number.
Check Junk mail too. Backup is not dependent on the Big Call. There are other sources.. for that 800 number. We will figure it out.
Pres Trump had spoken with the head of the CBI, the SBI Sovereign Bank of Iraq, and Dr Shabibi, spoke to them, and told them this needs to go out, that Iraq needs to do all they need to do, get it done by 8th of April.
I think the so called RV would be on or before 8th of April. I believe they already have all accomplished....
I think all is ready from what we hear from our IQD contacts.
The main thing I want to get across, is that when you call for your appt, they will be calling you back with your appt time and date. When you call in, the call center will route you, or gives you another number to call a redemption center via your zip code,
and you get a live person at the redemption center, a person who can help you with your exchange. That person takes your info and then they contact you back about 2 to 3 days later, and give you the time and date of your exchange. A confirmation of the appt. This was totally new yesterday.
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