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The budget has been passed. It was read long ago. All they are doing is reading the amendment...
therefore there is no need to read the budget again...
There is no significance to them NOT reading the entire budget because it isn't on the table.
ONLY the amendment to the budget is on the table which is why they read it twice...This is not a noteworthy event...It is business as usual...as it should be!
Al-Sudani: Iraq is moving towards developing its oil and gas industry
Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani confirmed, today, Wednesday, that Iraq is moving towards developing its oil industry, expanding the production and export of oil derivatives, investing in Kirkuk fields, and reaching full investment in associated gas.
The Prime Minister's media office stated in a statement followed by Al-Masry, that "Prime Minister Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani received at his residence in the capital, London, a group of senior editors-in-chief of Arab newspapers, opinion writers, and Arab and foreign journalists."
Al-Sudani spoke about his official visit to the United Kingdom and his meetings with His Majesty King Charles III and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, and about the importance and size of the security, economic and development agreements concluded during the visit, and that the bilateral agreement will be presented to the House of Representatives for the purpose of ratification.
Al-Sudani pointed out “the state of stability and prosperity that Iraq is experiencing despite the political fluctuations witnessed in the region, and the government’s success in keeping Iraq out of regional conflicts, while adhering to the principled position regarding the aggression on Gaza and Lebanon.”
Al-Sudani also spoke “transparently about the Iraqi government’s approach, its political vision for the internal Iraqi situation, and its steps to preserve security and stability in Iraq and the region,” stressing “Iraq’s standing with the Syrian people in the face of crises and challenges.”
Al-Sudani touched on “the government’s steps in the field of economic integration,” noting “proceeding with electrical interconnection with neighboring countries, and establishing related stations, in addition to cooperation in the fields of real estate development, and building new cities, within a development renaissance planned by the government program and including strategic projects, and creating a transition in the infrastructure on which sustainable development depends.”
Al-Sudani added in his speech to “signing the contract between Iraq and British Petroleum, which is the largest in the region, confirming Iraq’s move to develop its oil industry, expand the production and export of oil derivatives, invest in Kirkuk fields, and reach full investment in associated gas. ”
The talk of Arab and foreign media professionals focused on the situation in the region, the paths of Iraq's diplomatic relations with influential countries in the region and the world, positions on regional crises, the economic relations that Iraq seeks and the steps of economic integration to confront challenges, and Iraq's move towards strategic relations with major economically advanced countries, including Britain and other European countries.
EXCERPTS FROM MARKZ
Member: Do you feel like everything is done in Iraq and we are simply on the ferris wheel?
MZ: I believe we have crossed the finish line and are just waiting for the announcement in the winners circle!
Member: Mark this weekend is a great weekend for an RV!
Member: I am asking on behalf of thousands….any word from your well connected source who is “beyond connected” and is the 21st and 22nd date still in play?
MZ: Many sources are still looking at the 21st and 22nd. I am cautiously excited and extremely optimistic..
MZ: I have had a couple of check-ins including one from a bond contact in Asia who is being told they should expect it the 21st and 22nd…and immediately following the inauguration and swearing in they will get extremely busy. These folks have a high level of connections. This is a worldwide event and not just about America.
Talabani receives a senior American official to discuss four urgent file
The President of the Patriotic Union of Kurdistan, Pavel Jalal Talabani, received in Sulaymaniyah today, Thursday, the Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for Near Eastern Affairs, Victoria Taylor, and her accompanying delegation. According to Talabani's office,
during the meeting, the situation in the Kurdistan Region and Iraq and the need to protect stability in the region were discussed.
During the meeting, Talabani stressed his party's commitment to protecting and defending the rights and interests of our people, pointing to the continuation of efforts to form a government of fair services, based on equality and true partnership, stressing the importance of serving the citizen away from conflicts, and moving the Kurdistan Region towards more reconstruction and stability.
Regarding the existing disputes between Erbil and Baghdad and the issue of salaries and the region’s financial entitlements, Talabani explained the importance of adhering to the decisions of the Federal Court and reaching radical solutions to the problem, indicating that the current situation cannot remain in place and that the citizen’s livelihood should not be subject to conflicts, and we have previously conveyed this message to all parties.
In another aspect of the meeting, the two sides discussed the Syrian scene and Rojava, where Talabani pointed out the efforts to protect the rights of the Syrian components and the necessity of resorting to understanding and dialogue, especially with the Kurds who have made many sacrifices in order to protect peace and stability.
Talabani stressed that the unity of Kurdish discourse and ranks in Syria was an important focus of our efforts, and we strove hard to deal with the two files with a joint strategy, and fortunately we succeeded in that and things will become clear in the coming days.
In another aspect of the meeting, the two parties discussed the energy file, as Talabani stressed the failure of the way the file was dealt with, so we seek to manage it according to a modern strategy that contributes to the development and reconstruction of our country, expressing his hope to reach a joint agreement with Baghdad.
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
Member: Good morning Mark, Mods and everyone
Member: What is new on the RV front Mark?
Member: Do you feel like everything is done in Iraq and we are simply on the ferris wheel?
MZ: I believe we have crossed the finish line and are just waiting for the announcement in the winners circle!
Member: Mark this weekend is a great weekend for an RV!
Member: I am asking on behalf of thousands….any word from your well connected source who is “beyond connected” and is the 21st and 22nd date still in play?
MZ: Many sources are still looking at the 21st and 22nd. I am cautiously excited and extremely optimistic..
MZ: I have had a couple of check-ins including one from a bond contact in Asia who is being told they should expect it the 21st and 22nd…and immediately following the inauguration and swearing in they will get extremely busy. These folks have a high level of connections. This is a worldwide event and not just about America.
Member: Yes The US has so many contracts and dealings with all countries in the world. Of course their policies will affect everyone.
MZ: They have everything in place. When bond folks start paying out- we will start making appointments.
Member: If the RV is a private event…..why do we have to wait for after the inauguration and why would any administration take credit for it?
MZ: They won’t be able to keep this big a change totally private …
Member: if we get a new gold backed currency , new financial system and many new millionaires…I believe the public will notice something…lol
Member: I've been told by sooo many people that this whole rv thing is a scam .
MZ: I believe Warren Buffet and Trump himself who both have invested in the dinar and are pretty smart….I would listen to them before most sources out there.
Member: Just imagine when 10 years ago I was thinking it was going any week. It’s been a tough 10 years! But I have learned a lot.
Member: Mark- Do you know currencies will be in the second basket?
MZ: I have been told there isn’t really a second basket and others will go individually after the first release- when they are ready. I am looking at S. Africa currencies, Mongolia and Afghanistan for long term plays. This is not financial advice. Just what I am looking at. They have resources and strategic locations.
Member: First basket predictions: 1. US 2. UK 3. Kuwait 4. Canada 5. Mexico 6. Russia 7. China 8. Venezuela 9. Iranian Rial 10. IRAQ 11. Indonesia Rupiah 12. Malaysia 13. Vietnamese 14. Brazil 15. Saudi Arabia 16. Qatar 17. United Arab Emirates 18. Turkey 19. Afghanistan possibly20. India 21. Libya 22. Japan23. Zimbabwe
Member: Mark - Majeed posted an article from the CBI saying they are going on the Forex
Member: Hi, all! Last night I saw an "X" post that said the IQD was on Forex yesterday at $4
Member: The IQD needs to be at $4/1 to be the Top Dawg in the Middle East
Member: it supposedly was on Forex at $4.19. However, when I went back to look at it again, I couldn't find it. Did anyone else see it?
MZ: Most of the rates we are seeing on the IQD now is close to $4 bucks. I still believe the dong will be in the low $2 range and the Indonisian rupiah is still reportedly at $1.47 or so. We won’t know for certain until we are at the banks.
Member: Does the Iraq government like Trump?
MZ: Many do…the ones smuggling oil do not….Sudani is looking forward to peace in the region and working with him.
MZ: “Parliamentary Finance responds to state department statements on the budget. Blatant and unacceptable interference “ Matthew Miller from the US state department seems t be trying to push them into passing the budget….Iraq says to stop interfering…they are working hard . Iraq keeps reminding them that they are “sovereign”
MZ: “To protect his savings-dollar fluctuations force Iraqi citizens to acquire gold”the government is encouraging them to buy gold.
MZ: “The regions oil revenues- a prerequisite for guaranteeing salaries and resolving disputes” More on the dispute between Kurdistan and Baghdad.
MZ: “The top Ten most powerful currencies in the world. Arab countries top the list” Kuwait dinar, the Bahrainian dinar, Omani rial, the Jordanian dinar….top the list. Those currencies will be in the basket with the Iraqi dinar…….The US dollar is in the number 10 slot.
Thanks Mark and mods…..the finish line is in sight…..stay positive
Member: Everyone have a fantastic day
StacieZ joins the stream today . Please listen to the replay for her information and opinions.
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