Saturday, April 19, 2025
The Security and Defense Exhibition kicks off in Baghdad with the participation of 150 Arab and foreign companies , 19 APRIL
The Security and Defense Exhibition kicks off in Baghdad with the participation of 150 Arab and foreign companies
4/19/2025
The 13th edition of the Security, Defense, Military Industries, and Cybersecurity Exhibition kicked off on Saturday at the Baghdad International Fairgrounds, with broad international participation, led by the United States, China, and Iran.
The spokesman for the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, Major General Sabah al-Numan, told Shafaq News Agency that this year's exhibition will host 150 companies representing 20 Arab and foreign countries, in addition to 65 Iraqi companies.
He explained that the government is clearly moving towards encouraging local military production, while attracting international expertise to support the country's military manufacturing process .
Al-Naaman pointed out that the Military Industrialization Authority has witnessed a "qualitative leap" over the past few years, as it now equips most security agencies with weapons and ammunition of various calibers, in addition to other military equipment.
He considered the exhibition to be "an opportunity to exchange expertise and learn about the latest technologies from foreign companies" in the fields of weapons, ammunition, and surveillance and control systems.
The military spokesman noted that the Iraqi security apparatus "has begun to capitalize on developments in cybersecurity technologies," emphasizing that attention is no longer limited to conventional armament, but rather includes the technological dimension, which is taking "an ever-increasing place" in the national defense structure. LINK
TIDBIT FROM BRUCE, 19 APRIL
Bruce (The Big Call)
On redemption center screens – 17 currencies – that are going up substantially in value…the Dinar – Obviously one of them…the Dong – another great one…The other ones are going up and be somewhere in the vicinity of 4 or $7… Dinar will be much higher…Dong is going to be higher…
Weekend Coffee with MarkZ. 04/19/2025, 19 APRIL
Weekend Coffee with MarkZ. 04/19/2025
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
Member: Good morning! Happy Saturday and Happy Easter Weekend!
Member: Good morning Mark, Mods and everyone
MZ: We spend the first hour cutting up with Matt and Lucas and CBD Guru’s today...then the news.
MZ: Not a lot of news this morning….possibly because its Easter weekend. The bond side was very quiet overnight.
MZ: There are some very happy bond holders….and we are seeing movement. It is all positive.
MZ: I do have a group facilitator….one who is helping with the process, who is traveling this weekend (very unusual over Easter) to the Midwest. I am hoping this is indicative of timing.
Mark, do you think they’ve reached the 30% threshold on the bond movement? thanks
MZ: I do not think they have reached 30% yet….but we are really close to it.
Member: If the bond holders are very close to the 30% threshold, April still may be our month.
MZ: I think it still looks good for this month.
MZ: We do have some interesting articles coming out of Iraq.
MZ: “Al-Nusairi confirms that the Central Bank's approach to banking reform and development contributes to accelerating Iraq's accession to the World Trade Organization. “ It was kinda stalled. We were told they were ready….and now they are openly talking about it again. Curious timing……they are talking about monetary reforms everywhere…..and bringing the dinar back to its former glory.
Member: Why do they keep coming up with new banking reforms that need to be implemented just when we think they are done?
Member: Iraq is #10 in the world in Natural Resources/ Sq KM...
MZ: “Trade: Launching farmer’s dues with an electronic payment system” they are modernizing their agricultural system… this is a big thing. Its one of the major legs to support the value of their currency and stablility of the country. .
MZ: This is another one we were told is big news: “Parliamentary Security: Restructuring of controls has hit its final stage” they are removing some checkpoints at borders…and adding others. They have to control their borders. Especially their financial borders. Controlling the borders is important before releasing the RV.
Member: r they ever going to let us see the revalue (RV) ????‽????????
Member: I think the plan has changed several times, they did not expect this many people to be aware of the exchange and they are adjusting as they go.
Member: Per Mike Bara, saying the bonds don’t have to go first. Everything goes at once now!
Member: Remember the commercial where the guy is holding a fishing pole with a dollar on the end & ya just can’t reach it? Feel like that sometimes but the pole has a dollar, humanitarian project, & MedBed
Member: we do need to rip the bandaid off yes it will hurt but feels better after it's off
Member: My Wells Fargo wealth manager is ready for me, he knows what's about to happen. My team is standing by my lawyer, my pastor, my tax advisor, and a friend who's cop. Let's go!!!!!
Mod: MarkZ's WEEKEND email address: Don't Write Me@NeverOnWEEKENDS.Com SERIOUSLY, MARK NEEDS A LITTLE TIME FOR HIMSELF FOR REST AND REC. THANK YOU!!
Member: Hope everyone has a wonderful Easter weekend. Enjoy family and friends and the great outdoors…..God bless.
Member: I hope all experience the blessings of Easter this weekend!
AJ UPDATE, 19 APRIL
AJ
Iraq must introduce a replacement for its paper currency before revaluing the dinar.
A revaluation with only the current paper currency would disrupt the economy, as the 1,000 IQD note, comparable to a $1 bill, would jump to $1,000 in value at a 1:1 exchange rate with the USD making change for everyday transactions would be impossible, rendering the economy dysfunctional.
Remember the CBI announced
Al-Alaq revealed in late February that the CBI is planning to create a digital currency to replace paper notes in transactions with central banks.
The Iraqi official added that fundamental changes will take place in the banking and financial systems, including the limited use of paper notes, as they will be replaced by digital currencies in transactions between central banks.
Al-Alaq revealed in late February that the CBI is planning to create a digital currency to replace paper notes in transactions with central banks.
The Iraqi official added that fundamental changes will take place in the banking and financial systems, including the limited use of paper notes, as they will be replaced by digital currencies in transactions between central banks.
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