2011: Headlines of the Day Archive
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December 21, 2011
- Central Bank of Iraq to provide unified ATM services
- GCC calls for Iraq to fulfill UNSC resolutions; MP Nassif calls GCC stance hostile
- CBI responds to earlier report; Denies the issuance of 50 thousand dinar currency note
- CBI: U.S. withdrawal will support the country’s economy
- PBS Newshour (Video): Does Maliki Want to Become Unchallenged Ruler of Iraq?
- CBI: the return of the dollar exchange rate to what it was
December 20, 2011
- CBI: U.S. withdrawal will support the country’s economy
- National Commission on Iraq’s accession to the WTO will hold its 29th meeting
- Iraq is witnessing a migration of foreign currency because of the political situation
- Iraq will collapse if oil and gas law is not put in place
- Hints of the importance of Iraq’s accession to the WTO
- Shaways: Iraq is heading for integration into the regional and global systems
- GCC backs Kuwait port project disputed by Iraq
December 19, 2011
- CBI: Parliament is convinced the process of deleting three zeros
- National Commission on Iraq’s accession to the WTO will hold its 29th meeting
- Maliki calls for the strengthening of trust between Iraq and Kuwait
- Economists: it has become necessary to enter Iraq in the World Trade Organization
- Editorial: Three zeros and node statements!
- France demands Baghdad to implement pending issues regarding Kuwait
December 18, 2011
- CBI project called ATM
- CBI says important for Iraqi parliament to be convinced to deleted 3 zeroes from the dinar
- Iraqi Planning announces rise in annual inflation for the past month by 5%
- CBI reduces the risk of high dollar and is expected to increase growth rates 12 percent a year
- Sudden decrease in the rate of the dinar against the dollar is concerned about the Iraqi market
December 17, 2011
- Economist Opinion: Decline in IQD against USD is not connected with the U.S. withdrawal; Blames global crisis
- Uncertainty of the region impacts the value of the dinar against the dollar
- CBI announces its developing technology to ease electronic banking with international banks
- CBI announces the “national key” to facilitate the payment system and instruments in Iraq
- MP Nassif accuses Kuwait of intentionally keeping Iraq under Chapter VII under the pretext of the existence of Kuwait
- Kuwait News: In memory of Kuwait”s POWs
December 16, 2011
- Sudden decrease in the rate of the dinar against the dollar is concerned about the Iraqi market
- Director of the Industrial Bank: out of Iraq from Chapter VII gives the financial sector to deal with the international banks
- CBI: The regional situation in and behind the slight increase in dollars
- France attentive to pending Kuwaiti demands, urges Iraqi progress
- Kuwait News: UNSC urges Iraq to do more to resolve remaining issues with Kuwait
- UPI: Iraq has unfinished business from 1990 war
- Iraq: An Army of Soldiers to be Replaced by an Army of Businessmen
- UNSC Press Conference: UNSC on Iraq-Kuwait
December 15, 2011
- MP Chihod: In harmony, Americans and Kuwaiti keep Iraq under Chapter VII, despite the absence of reasons
- UNSC Daily Agenda Dec 15, 2011: Iraq-Kuwait Relations
- MSN News: UN urges Iraq to normalise Kuwait links
- 2nd Phase of Strategic Agreement with US began, Iraq heading for gigantic projects, PM says
- Sharp differences between Shabibi and General Bank Managers
December 14, 2011
- Maliki meets with US companies; Leaders of World Bank and IMF
- IMF Press Release on Iraq
- Parliamentary looking economy with the Governor of the Central Bank project to delete the zeros from the Iraqi currency
- Economic Committee considering the possibility of parliamentary delete zeros from currency
- Last night Zebari, Clinton preside over a meeting of the Coordinating Committee in Washington
- Economy and investment representative considering the possibility of deleting the zeros of the Iraqi currency
- Mayahi: Committee for Economy and Investment parliamentary discussed with Shabibi to delete the zeros
- Editorial:Drop 3 zeros from the dinar
December 13, 2011
- Mayahi: Committee for Economy and Investment parliamentary discussed with Shabibi to delete the zeros
- Parliamentary looking economy with the Governor of the Central Bank project to delete the zeros from the Iraqi currency
- Mayahi: Parliamentary Committee and CBI are discussing the deletion of zeros from the currency
- Editorial:Drop 3 zeros from the dinar
- Jubouri: There are indications that the Iraqi dinar is confirmed, the dollar during the next two years
- Nujaifi promises vote on oil law next week
December 12, 2011
- Editorial:Drop 3 zeros from the dinar
- Jubouri: There are indications that the Iraqi dinar is confirmed, the dollar during the next two years
- Iraq Foreign Relations Committee Member: Maliki to obtain written assurances from Washington to achieve sovereignty
- US State Dept Press Briefing: Sec Clinton and Zebari
- Maliki to visit US Chamber of Commerce Seminar
December 11, 2011
- Deputy in the Finance Committee: Currency to equal the USD during the next biennium
- Editorial: What is behind the dropping of “zeroes” on the Iraqi dinar?!
- Security Council discusses the 3 reports to remove Iraq from Chapter VII
- Ban Ki-moon: Iraq must meet its obligations to Kuwait; This enhances exit from Chapter VII
- UN Secretary-General expects possible settlement for Kuwait’s missing men
- IMF warns Iraq over excessive budget
December 10, 2011
- “In view of potential progress between Iraq and Kuwait” UN Sec General will recommend extension of financing
- Iraqi List MP calls for international community to remove Iraq from Chapter VII
- Finance Committee Member: Describes the deletion of zeros from the Iraqi currency; Says important and necessary
- Draft of Oil and Gas Law on revenues for Kurdistan Region
- Source: Maliki will appoint Yasiri as Minister of Interior upon his return from Washington
December 9, 2011
- Finance Committee Member: Describes the deletion of zeros from the Iraqi currency; Says important and necessary
- State of Law MP predicts CH VII release in 2012 after US troops depart
- Iraq Foreign Relations Committee member confirms US promised to aid Iraq out of CH VII as per framework agreement
- Iraqi MP: Iraq must contact Kuwait to exit Chapter VII
December 8, 2011
- Othman: Maliki will discuss CH VII during US visit: Without CH VII release we dont have full sovereignty
- ABC News: President Obama to Mark End of the War in Iraq Next Week
- Iraqi List MP accuses the U.S. occupation of breaking promises; Urges the removal of Iraq from Chapter VII
- UNSC to discuss three reports to remove Iraq from Chapter VII; Zebari talks to permanent members to ensure support
December 7, 2011
- Shabibi: The Central Bank will deal with inflation
- UNSC to discuss three reports to remove Iraq from Chapter VII; Zebari talks to permanent members to ensure support
- Iraqi White Bloc calls on Arab League to intervene to remove Iraq from Chapter VII
- Kuwait Deputy PM: Report to UN Sec General will show desire to resolve outstanding issues between Kuwait and Iraq
- Maliki expected to discuss pending issues with Kuwaiti officials in visit
- Zebari will meet with Secretary General of the United Nations; Deliver three reports concerning CH VII issues
- UN ready to assist Kuwait, Iraq normalize relations
December 6, 2011
- Iraq Foreign Minister will discuss Iraq’s exit from CH VII with UN Sec General, Sec State Clinton
- Zebari will meet with Secretary General of the United Nations; Deliver three reports concerning CH VII issues
- Kuwait Deputy PM: Report to UN Sec General will show desire to resolve outstanding issues between Kuwait and Iraq
- CBI plans to implement a national retail payment system
- UN ready to assist Kuwait, Iraq normalize relations
December 5, 2011
- Ashour: Iraq government must bind US to annul Chapter VII sanctions before withdrawal
- Ashour: U.S. withdrawal doesn’t mean Iraq’s return to full sovereignty, unless out of Chapter VII
- Iraq cabinet approves 2012 budget; Heads to Parliament
- Iraq Energy Commission agrees on need to speed up HCL legislation; Will combine three drafts
- Reuters: Iraqi List tells leadership not to sign any agreement with US without pledge to drive Iraq from Chapter VII
December 4, 2011
- Iraq discusses the issue of a new exit from Chapter VII
- Baghdad: banks calls for the cancellation ceiling of bank credit
- Economist: remove Iraq from Chapter VII of movement will activate the banking and economic development
- Parliamentary committee: 10 oil fields shared with Kuwait, waiting for demarcation of the border
December 3, 2011
- Economist: remove Iraq from Chapter VII of movement will activate the banking and economic development
- UNSC schedule for December 2011 regarding Iraq
- MP Opinion: the U.S. withdrawal by year-end and not granting immunity for trainers will lead to the end of Chapter VII
- UNSC to receive UNAMI Briefing Tuesday December 6th
- Economist Opinion: The failure of the banking system caused a delay of investments in Iraq
December 2, 2011
- IBN: Iraqi Banking’s Great Leap Forward
- Economist: 6% inflation rate and raise zeros from the currency will not be less,
- MP: America did not fulfill its promise to drive Iraq from Chapter VII
- Iraqi economist calls for private banks to develop new marketing campaigns; Encourage citizens to use banking
- Biden: Iraq has now become a fully sovereign
December 1, 2011
- Maliki: Today, Iraq has become fully sovereign
- Biden: Iraq has become fully sovereign; One of four countries in Middle East with advanced American weapons
- Maliki is preparing to visit Kuwait to discuss bilateral relations
- IBN: Stable Currency Key to Iraq’s Economic Success
- IMF opposed to large Iraqi budget deficit for 2012; Deputy Governor of the CBI says Iraq’s debt is comfortable
November 30, 2011
- NBC Today Show Video: US combat troops prepare to leave Iraq
- Zebari and Asst Sec of State Feltman discuss sound methods to release Iraq from Chapter VII
- Joint Press Release: United States of America and the Republic of Iraq, the Supreme Coordinating Committee
- Advisor: Maliki’s visit to Washington will focus on the protection of Iraqi funds, Ch VII
- Maliki is preparing to visit Kuwait to discuss bilateral relations
- Vietnam: USD Exchange Rates to Be Kept Stable Within 1% Band says Experts
November 29, 2011
- IBN: Iraqi Central Bank to Issue New Notes
- Biden arrives in Baghdad on a surprise visit
- Iraq: Iraqi dinar is stronger currencies Arab region
- Maliki to visit Kuwait in December to resolve the outstanding issues, CH VII
- Advisor: Maliki’s visit to Washington will focus on the protection of Iraqi funds, Ch VII
- US Ambassador: The U.S. government is interested in the success of the political process in Iraq
November 28, 2011
- IBN: Iraqi Central Bank to Issue New Notes
- Iraq: Iraqi dinar is stronger currencies Arab region
- Economist: Delete the zeros from the currency reform is it of the Iraqi currency or cash are
- Khalil: Iraq’s economic potential to allow it to be the first Middle Eastern
- Advisor: Maliki’s visit to Washington will focus on the protection of Iraqi funds, Ch VII
- Senior Iraq Source: US Vice President to visit Baghdad in 48 hours
November 27, 2011
- Advisor: Maliki’s visit to Washington will focus on the protection of Iraqi funds, Ch VII
- Kurdish Alliance: Maliki determined to resolve security ministries before US withdrawal, before 2012
- State of law reveals Maliki’s visit to Kuwait to resolve the problem, “Port Mubarak” and “Chapter VII”
- Economist: Delete the zeros from the currency reform is it of the Iraqi currency or cash are
- Iraq decides to set up committees to retrieve his money abroad
- Iraq: the formation of a special parliamentary committee to follow up the withdrawal of U.S. troops end of next month
November 26, 2011
- FM Zebari: Maliki has accepted an invitation to visit Kuwait and will discuss all outstanding issues
- Biden to Iraq at the end of this month to meet with political leaders
- Economist Opinion: Deleting the zeros will have a negative currency effect on the Iraqi economy
- Iraqi legislators end first, second reading of eight draft laws; Reconvene monday
- CBI: Shabibi says Iraq’s Economy to Grow 7-8% This Year And Next
- Economic Commission: Iraq will be linked to global oil markets
- $3 billion of Iraqi funds in the unknown details of Swiss bank
November 25, 2011
- Advisor: Maliki’s visit to Washington will focus on the protection of Iraqi funds, Ch VII
- CBI will issue new denomination bills
- UN to mediate talks between Iraq and Kuwait regarding the end of CH VII sanctions
- Economist: Lifting of the zeroes is correct; Is in the interest of raising the value of Iraqi dinar
- WTO to organize seminar on exchange rates and trade
November 24, 2011
November 23, 2011
November 22, 2011
- UN: Iraq informs int”l community readiness to hand over some archives to Kuwait
- Kuwait hopes UN Coordinator succeeds in ending issues with Iraq
- CBI source denies issuance of a 50,000 IQD as it was an old plan; Says bank in process of switching
- Maliki intends to submit second round of amendments to the Investment Law to the House of Representatives
- Maliki: Iraq is not under the control of one party, community, or one nation; Seeks to restore well-being of Iraqis
November 21, 2011
- UN Representative to visit Kuwait next week; Discuss Iraq’s exit from Chapter VII
- Deputy: draft deleted the three zeros did not lead to stronger foreign currencies dinar
- Flashback 11/22/09: U.S. official says Iraq may join WTO by end-2011
- Allawi arrives in Kuwait at the invitation of Prime Minister of Kuwait
- CBI: Issuance of currency in 50 thousand dinars and coins in both Arabic and Kurdish, Soon
- al-Yasiri: Changing of the currency or the need to delete the zeros should be a law of the House of Representatives
- CBI source denies issuance of a 50,000 IQD as it was an old plan; Says bank in process of switching
- Clever money — bilingual bills will “eliminate inflation”
- Parliamentary Finance Committee Member: Deleting the zeros from currency is a mere formality; Does not affect excha
November 20, 2011
- Deputy: draft deleted the three zeros did not lead to stronger foreign currencies dinar
- CBI: Iraq Will Turn Into a Peace Economy After the U.S. Withdrawal
- Expert: Iraq on the verge of significant growth in the banking sector
- Parliament discusses the issue of Iraq’s sovereignty and external aggression; Reconvene next Tuesday
November 19, 2011
- Senior level, US delegation from United States arrives in Baghdad today
- Economic Committee Member: Iraq, Kuwait ready to resolve financial reparations through dialogue
- Iraq: CBI (Shabibi) and Ministry of Finance participates in UN Economic Conference on Trade and Development
- Attorney-Tai: CBI has substantial financial reserves and can block the budget deficit (2012)
- Talabani discusses with a high-level U.S. delegation strengthen bilateral relations between the two countries
- Shahristani: oil wealth belongs to all Iraqis
November 18, 2011
- Senior level, US delegation from United States arrives in Baghdad today
- Iraq confirms its readiness to protect their assets in America
- Tripartite Committee on the affairs of the missing Kuwaitis hold its 34 in Geneva
- Press Release: Sen. Rand Paul Introduces Resolution to Officially End War in Iraq
- Iraq: CBI (Shabibi) and Ministry of Finance participates in UN Economic Conference on Trade and Development
- United Nations strengthen its partnership with Iraq to fight corruption and promote democracy
November 17, 2011
- Iraq: CBI (Shabibi) and Ministry of Finance participates in UN Economic Conference on Trade and Development
- UN: Iraq-Kuwait relations is a top priority
- Kurdistan to raise salaries due to anticipated exchange rate increase this week
- Iraq working to reduce the mass of cash through the deletion of zeros
- State of Law MP: It is responsibility of the United States to remove Iraq from Chapter VII
- Iraqi Parliament returns to session Sunday Nov 20; Agenda
- Maliki: Dulaimi, the frontrunner for the defense minister
November 16, 2011
- Iraq working to reduce the mass of cash through the deletion of zeros
- Finance Committee Member Opinion: IQD will fail to rise against foreign currencies until next year
- CBI denies he warned of the collapse of the currency and the fall of the Iraqi economy
- Iraqi 2012 budget within days – Maliki says
- United Nations: Iraq will top oil powers; Greatly affecting the world
- Talabani, Maliki stressed the need for resolving the security ministers; Held consultative meetings to resolve crises
- United Nations: Poverty rate in Iraq, 23 percent
November 15, 2011
- Flashback: April 24, 2011…Iraq considers revaluation of national currency
- WTO Meeting: Director-General Lamy to meet with Iraqi Finance Minister Tuesday
- Iraq joins UN corporate responsibility pact
- CBI warns of collapse of IQD and the fall of the Iraqi economy; Inflation
- U.S. Joint Chiefs of Staff expressed his concern about the future of Iraq
- Khalidi: the agenda of the Parliament will be full of important bill
November 14, 2011
- Maliki agrees to visit Kuwait in the coming days
- CBI warns of collapse of IQD and the fall of the Iraqi economy; Inflation
- Iraqi Energy Minister, US Deputy Secretary of Energy Meeting: Iraq is ready to equip global market with oil
- Iraq: Proposed 2012 budget redrafted after pressure pressed by World Bank
November 13, 2011
- CBI: Deleting the zeros from currency is being studied and debated by GOI; Requires approval and education
- 120 laws head to Iraqi House of Representatives during the new legislative term
- Barham Saleh returns to Erbil after an official visit to the United States of America
- Official US troop departure ceremony planned at end of year at Baghdad Intl Airport
November 12, 2011
- Economists warn of “vicious circle of inflation” in Iraq; Advises to release currency without cover
- Cancellation of “zeros” from Iraqi currency won’t solve Iraq’s economic crisis, expert says
- Construction and Services Committee calls on Iraq to amend Investment Law
- White House Chief on Middle East resigns
November 11, 2011
- WTO Meeting: Director-General Lamy to meet with Iraqi Finance Minister Next Week
- UN Report: Iraq is becoming a new superpower of the oil
- Iraq: State of Kuwait has succeeded in exploiting the U.S. withdrawal to their advantage
- Economist: lifting the three zeroes from the currency will impact negatively on the rich and the poor positive
November 10, 2011
November 9, 2011
November 8, 2011
- Al-Maliki Delivers a speech in the Congress (the Democrats) rather than Obama?!
- Advisor to Maliki: Committee reports regarding Baghdad and Erbil are confidential; Maliki will announce decision soon
- CBI calls for review of operating expenses
- CBI: slice of staff are the most income in the whole country
- Maliki Adviser: the prime minister’s visit to Washington expected the beginning of a new era of relations
- Iraq Inflation Monitor
November 7, 2011
- Central Bank: We have the power to rein in inflation in moments if you reached the decimal two places
- MP Nassif asks Iraqi members of UN to demand Iraq’s exit from CH VII
- MP Nassif: Reasons for Iraq to remain under Chapter VII eliminated except for Kuwait
- CBI: Rafidain and Rasheed Banks not able reach global market due to outdated systems
- Vietnam: Central bank may adjust forex rate by early 2012 says expert
- MP Nassif: Reasons for Iraq to remain under Chapter VII eliminated except for Kuwait
November 6, 2011
- Central Bank: We have the power to rein in inflation in moments if you reached the decimal two places
- Othman al-Maliki calls to put pressure on Washington and the United Nations to help Iraq out of Chapter VII
- Amendments to hydrocarbons law draft
- Statement by IMF Managing Director Christine Lagarde on the G-20 Cannes Summit
- Source: State of law, Maliki reveals desire to nominate senior army officer as defense minister
November 5, 2011
- Biden postpones Iraq visit; White House announces Dec 12th Maliki meeting
- White House Press Release: Upcoming Visit of Prime Minister Nuri al-Maliki of Iraq
- IBN: Ex-Pentagon Deal-Maker Launches New Iraqi FundArab Summit scheduled in Baghdad for March 2012 without further delay
- Maliki invites Obama to Iraq to see destructive effects of war; Maliki’s U.S. visit not out of courtesy
- Budget next year consistent with the conventions of the International Monetary Fund
November 4, 2011
- Source: Biden expected in Baghdad tomorrow
- CBI refuses to open further branches
- Iraqi Finance to prepare a complete budget in 2012
- CBI confirms that he needs to open branches in all governorates of the country
- UNAMI denies the existence of any intentions to get a UN resolution not to civil government
November 3, 2011
- Upcoming UNSC dates regarding Iraq
- IBN: Troops Moving Out, Investment Moving In
- Major Iraq conference to be held in Cyprus; Iraq Defense & Security Summit Dec 7-8
- Nassif demanding the UN representative in Iraq to report on Iraq status from Chapter VII
- IBN: Solution Reported over Hydrocarbon Law
- Iraqi House of Representatives cancels emergency session; Resumes Nov 20th
November 2, 2011
November 1, 2011
- UN Envoy in Basra: Most important work of the mission is to remove Iraq from CH VII
- CBI official reveals a growth in the cash reserves of the Iraqi currency to about $60B USD
- US Newspaper reports: Buy 10 thousand Iraqi dinar notes for the time being to achieve financial gain
- 1st Iraq Defense & Security Summit
- UN Representative: International efforts to end Iraq- Kuwait differences
October 31, 2011
- Baghdad and Erbil agree to resolve their negotiations on a draft law of oil and gas (HCL) before the end of the year
- US Newspaper reports: Buy 10 thousand Iraqi dinar notes for the time being to achieve financial gain
- Economist Opinion: Stability of domestic currency enhances the purchasing power of the dinar
- Central Bank claims risen average income
- Top US Official expected in Iraq – Delayed due to Iranian FM visit
- Talabani, submit a Bill to Parliament to change the border provinces covered by article 140
October 30, 2011
- US Newspaper reports: Buy 10 thousand Iraqi dinar notes for the time being to achieve financial gain
- Senior Level US official to arrive in Baghdad in the coming hours
- CBI: Iraq’s economy will grow 9% in the next year
- MP: Maliki to visit the United States in the coming days; Will discuss several strategic issues
- Hassan Jihad: All Kurdistan demands to be implemented over next few months including HCL
- CBI: Avg $4500 per capita income for Iraqis in 2011; Plans to raise to $5k in 2012
- Special Inspector General for Iraq Reconstruction (SIGIR): Quarterly Report, Oct 2011
October 29, 2011
October 28, 2011
- Shabibi: Iraqi economy will improve after US withdrawal; World view will change, Dinar value will rise
- Iraq House of Representatives and CBI to discuss oil revenue sharing, other economic issues
- UN envoy to tour Iraq next week; Find resolutions between Erbil and GOI prior to US withdrawal
- Maliki: Expected decline in Iraq’s financial revenue over the next year; Blames crisis in Europe and US
- UN announces it will bring offices back to Baghdad after significant security improvements
October 27, 2011
- Shabibi: Iraqi economy will improve after US withdrawal; World view will change, Dinar value will rise
- Kurdish MP: GOI and Erbil reached positive results and agreements on HCL, 140, etc
- Iraq House of Representatives and CBI to discuss oil revenue sharing, other economic issues
- Meeting with UN Secretary-General of the UN: Mr. Hakim confirmed the need to work out for Iraq from Chapter VII
- Shabibi: Iraq has largest cash reserve in history
- UN’s Kobler meets Islamic Supreme Council leader Hakim; Leader emphasizes the need to work Iraq from CH VII
October 26, 2011
- Shabibi: Iraqi economy will improve after US withdrawal; World view will change, Dinar value will rise
- Shabibi: Iraq has largest cash reserve in history
- CBI Public Announcement: The purchase of 10 De La Rue Machines
- Economist: Likely no contention from banks in case of deleting zeros from currency
- Pentagon: U.S. reconstruction program funds not stolen, but exist in the Central Bank of Iraq
- Experts: Delete the zeros does not adversely affect trading on the stock exchange
October 25, 2011
- CBI Public Announcement: The purchase of 10 De La Rue Machines
- Securities Commission: Delete the zeros from the Iraqi currency and its impact on financial trading in the stock market
- CNBC: NY Fed’s $40 Billion Iraqi Money Trail
- Iraqs FM participates in United Nations Day; Discusses CH VII
- Investment Authority: We are working on the third amendment to the Investment Law and the map of the new world
- Iraq says that the Arab summit in Baghdad will not be delayed again, whatever the reasons
- Researcher in economic affairs: Iraq has become the most desirable investment and attract capital
October 24, 2011
- UN: ‘Critical time’ for Iraq as US withdraws
- UN: We seek to improve the situation between Iraq and Kuwait
- Zebari: GOI “serious” at addressing all outstanding issues with Kuwait
- Parliament calls for an emergency session today and the Sadrists are optimistic
- Iraqis are ready to solve the problem of debt
October 23, 2011
October 22, 2011
- Editorial: Towards a stable dinar .. Easy handling and storage and arithmetic
- White House / GW Bush Archives – Fact Sheet: The Strategic Framework Agreement and the Security Agreement
- Direct warning from Clinton to Iran: Do not interfere in Iraq and we will keep a strong presence in the region
- Washington advises oil giants to wait to invest in Iraq because of ambiguity in Iraqi laws
- Iraq: 34 to conclude an economic agreement in 2011
- Maliki, Obama calls for implementation of the strategic framework agreement after the withdrawal
October 21, 2011
- Editorial: Where is the problem in deleting three zeros from the Iraqi dinar?
- Economists: the restructuring of State-owned banks did not work
- Foreign investors to accept the Iraqi Stock Exchange and expect prosperity after the inclusion of mobile phone compa
- AP: Official says Obama to announce today; US troops leaving Iraq by year’s end
- Reuters: Foreigners invest in Iraq’s bourse, expect boom
October 20, 2011
October 19, 2011
- Iraq Coinage One Step Closer to Reality
- U.S. Congresswoman Bachmann demands war compensations from Iraq
- International Center for Development Studies: Economic chaos threatens Iraq; Monetary policy needs reform
- Vietnam: Central bank’s decision to devaluate dong described as wise move
- Iraq: A market in waiting
October 18, 2011
October 17, 2011
October 16, 2011
- Company adopts Forex mechanism in the Iraq stock exchange
- The security file in Iraq enters the Stock Exchange
- CNBC: G20 pledges fiscal consolidation, move on FX
- Iraqi Economist: Possible global recession in 2012 however Iraq will not experience stagnation
- Today in History: UNSC Resolution 949 passed condemning Iraq
October 15, 2011
October 14, 2011
- Eight years ago this week…Bush Hails New Currency Ahead Of Launch
- CBI: Reveals details of the Iraq Currency
- CBI: Deleting the zeros law will strengthen value; Economist says Dinar to equal one USD
- Iraq’s Permanent Representative in Geneva make a statement before the Iraq Governing Council of the United Nations
- Expectations of higher value in the Iraqi Stock Exchange
October 13, 2011
October 12, 2011
October 11, 2011
- CBI: Deleting the zeros law will strengthen value; Economist says Dinar to equal one USD
- CBI: New currency will be issued to groups of small metal
- Deputy Central Bank Governor: Inflation under control, did not reach to the level of risk
- Specialist: Rising inflation unthinkable because control CBI over currency traded
- Talabani meets with UN Sec Gen Representative; Discusses need to exit from CH VII
- Politicians, economists call for plan to reduce inflation; CBI: inflation will continue if current policy doesnt change
October 10, 2011
- CBI: Deleting the zeros law will strengthen value; Economist says Dinar to equal one USD
- CBI: Iraq’s new currency will be in three languages, including Kurdish groups, including the metal
- Politicians, economists call for plan to reduce inflation; CBI: inflation will continue if current policy doesnt change
- Adviser: Maliki agreed to all demands of the Kurds, including the application of Article 140
- Iraq House of Representatives to break until Nov 20th
- Related: inflation is unlikely because the control of the central bank currency
- World Bank announces its readiness to support Iraq in the orientations of the implementation of projects to pay on credit
October 9, 2011
- Rafidian Bank Director: Large clusters of cash burdened Iraqs economy; Dropping zeros from IQD will support
- Flashback Sept 14, 2010: The CBI is ready to delete the zeros from the dinar after the formation of the government
- Advisor to the Central Bank: monetary policy able to reduce the rate of inflation in Iraq
- Billion dinars daily trading volume for the Iraqi market for securities
- Iraq signs preliminary agreement with Britain in the field of economic cooperation and banking
October 8, 2011
- International Monetary Fund show his conviction for the financial policy for Iraq
- Maliki announced his government’s readiness to support the private sector
- US State Dept prepares for biggest project in Iraq since the Marshall Plan
- Bankers: the need to integrate small banks with large capital increase financial market
- The arrival of Representative of the Secretary General of the United Nations Special to Baghdad
October 7, 2011
- Economics: Cash reserve Borrowing, and the negative
- Vietnam to keep exchange rate stable until year end – central bank
- Experts stress need for the banking system to a new structure
- Allawi announced officially giving up the presidency of the NCSP, again
- Economist: can not move from a centralized economy to the market
October 6, 2011
- Parliament convenes Thursday; No discussion of NCSP, Second reading regarding disengagement for printing from CBI
- CBI annnounces increase in financial reserves; Up by $8 billion
- Allawi announced officially giving up the presidency of the NCSP, again
- Delete the zeros of the draft is coming
- Fears of manipulation in the Iraqi economy while changing the currency and the lifting of the zeroes
- Expert Opinion: Delete the zeros must be accompanied by technical support does the economy
October 5, 2011
- Reference: The Currency Exchange Rate Oversight Reform Act of 2011
- Iraqi List: Meeting was disappointing – no discussion of Erbil Agreement
- Allawi reveals the movement received positive signals
- Delete the zeros of the draft is coming
- Fears of manipulation in the Iraqi economy while changing the currency
- CBI encourages the introduction of payment on credit
October 4, 2011
- CBI stresses need to delete the zeros and issuing new currency in three languages
- Iraq Economic Committee: deletion of three zeroes from the Iraqi currency will increase confidence internationally
- Director of Bank Assoc.: Excludes revaluation by deleting three zeros
- Deputy Governor of the Central Bank expects continued rising inflation; Monetary reform needed
- Start of Talabani’s fourth summit in the presence of Maliki and Allawi
- Editorial: Monetary and fiscal policy between the illusions and economic criteria
- Memorandum of Understanding between the Union of Arab Banks and the Association of Iraqi private banks
- Iraq House of Representative Oct 6th Agenda: Second reading of law discussing CBI (Item 5)
October 3, 2011
- Iraq House of Representative Oct 6th Agenda: Second reading of law discussing CBI (Item 5)
- Concern the spread of counterfeit currency in the Iraqi capital markets
- Deputy for the rule of law: tomorrow’s meeting will put the finishing touches to end the crisis
- Government banks give loans to the absence of a loss of strategic and check the exchange rate
- U.S. Embassy in Baghdad: Washington has not made any public comment on Biden’s visit to Iraq
August 29- October 2
- The Top Headlines of the Day took a one month hiatus but has resumed…Thank you
August 28, 2011
- CBI underlines the importance of the deletion of zeros on the reality of the Iraqi economy
- Editorial: Ship and the Sea of the central authorities
- Professionals aspire IQD to trade internationally; Economic policy likely on immediate horizon
- Saleh: Project to delete the three zeroes from the currency needs 2-3 years to implement
- A Shabibi Flashback…April 2011
- Expert: We aspire to make the Iraqi dinar portion of international reserves
August 27, 2011
August 26, 2011
- CBI calls for the government to protect the local currency of the “mafias” fraud
- CBI: Ready to intervene if inflation rate exceeds the red line
- Iraqi government decides traps private banks to open letters of credit
- Project to the parliament after Eid .. complement the government amendments to the law of oil and gas
- Daily Star: Iraq goes the way of its Gulf neighbors
August 25, 2011
- CBI: Ready to intervene if inflation rate exceeds the red line
- Maliki’s economic adviser says it would be mistake for CBI to raise zero’s now
- GOI completes amendments to HCL / Oil and Gas draft law
- Iraq Business News Editorial: Just How International is Iraq?
- Council of Ministers will break for Eid holiday; Aug 30 thru Sept 4
August 24, 2011
- Undersecretary of the Iraqi Finance Ministry: Raise three zeroes from Iraqi currency by the end of the current year
- Iqbal to buy Iraqi currency, Central dropped the dinar: small traders destroy our monetary policy
- Vietnam Central Bank raises dong value to 20,628
- Financial experts: Immigration pave the way of cash out of Iraq without a return
- Proposed resolution to activate the private banking sector
August 23, 2011
- CBI warns of spread of the phenomenon of money laundering
- The Central Bank holds responsibility for the loss of Bremer 6.6 billion dollars of Iraqi funds
- Finance Committee calls on the Government to accelerate the delivery of final accounts to parliament
- Energy Commission to defend oil and gas law and refuses to criticizing
- Iraq: 6 million Iraqis in poverty line; Approaching 40% of the country
August 22, 2011
- The new Iraqi currency will be printed with 3 languages
- Shabibi, Iraq Parliament Finance Committee Discuss Deleting the Zeros Project
- Iraq: the development of the payments system in the good bank and Mesopotamia
- Association calls for private banks to develop plans to spur mergers
- Shabibi .. Is it enough to replace the Iraqi currency to save it from collapse?
August 21, 2011
- Iraqi currency exchange companies discuss fluctuation of IQD value
- Shabibi, Iraq Parliament Finance Committee Discuss Deleting the Zeros Project
- Ministry of Finance to restructure State-owned banks in coordination with the World Bank
- Shabibi .. Is it enough to replace the Iraqi currency to save it from collapse?
- Jackson Hole Economic Policy Symposium; August 25-27, 2011
August 20, 2011
- Shabibi .. Is it enough to replace the Iraqi currency to save it from collapse?
- Economist Opinion: Central Bank of tools to install the exchange rate raised the rate of inflation / study
- Presidency confirms receipt of the list of nine candidates for the Iraqi List defence portfolio
- Decline in demand for gold in Iraq, hit by high world prices
August 19, 2011
- Shabibi .. Is it enough to replace the Iraqi currency to save it from collapse?
- Inflation exhausts the economy of Iraq
- Finance Ministry, World Bank discuss Iraqi 2012 budget
- CBI Deputy Governor discusses July increased inflation rate
- Iraq’s Warka Bank is preparing to merge with Standard Chartered Bank of Great Britain
- CBI: Bill to delete zeros from currency was sent to GOI and Parliament this week
August 18, 2011
- Iraq inflation rate up from one year ago
- Ministry of Oil: Oil and gas law will put an end to the interpretations of the disputed
- Kuwaiti MP calls for his government to transfer Port Mubarak to another place
- State of Wisconsin Warns About Opportunities to Invest in the Iraqi Dinar
- Economist stresses the need to deal with private banks for the advancement of the the country
August 17, 2011
- I just wanted to say thank you….
- CBI: 2012 budget will be submitted in September; 85% of Iraq’s Paris Club debt has been reduced
- Parliament to postpone Oil and Gas Law once again to after Eid Holiday
- Iraq Finance Committee Member: CBI reserves in international banks an estimated $ 54 billion
- Saadoun al-Dulaimi up his duties as Minister of Defense by proxy
- Iraqi Economists: Expectations of lower U.S. dollar exchange rate
August 16, 2011
August 15, 2011
- State Bank of Vietnam plans to increase dong to dollar value
- Iraq Oil and Energy Committee Deputy: Proposed oil and gas law is the best solution to problems in Iraq
- Iraq List confirms that the terms of the National Policy Council to pass parliament
- Economists: Iraq, Dollar crisis cast a shadow over global prices and inflation rates
- Bloomberg: Turkish Lira Strengthens After Central Bank Says Currency Undervalued
August 14, 2011
- CBI: New currency will be printed in three languages by the Constitution; Project has been forwarded to Parliament
- Central Bank: the new currency will carry the three languages
- Iraq Economic Commission: Falling dollar will hurt Iraqi economy
- Second reading of NCSP draft law will be after Eid holiday
- National Alliance approves NCSP draft law, with terms
- Vote on the candidates of the defense and interior ministers after Eid holiday
August 13, 2011
- CBI: New currency will be printed in three languages by the Constitution; Project has been forwarded to Parliament
- Vote on the candidates of the defense and interior ministers after Eid holiday
- CBI: Crisis of the dollar led to a large increase for inflation in Iraq
- Iraqi List will reveal a list of Defense Minister candidates no later than Sunday
- CBI: Iraqi Fears Over US Economy
August 12, 2011
- Iraqi List MP: Names will be formally submitted within 48 hours
- He said, He said: Allawi says NCSP is a great victory for all; Malaki says NCSP doesn’t reduce government, no purpose
- A new draft of the oil and gas law to parliament; First reading now planned for next week
- Iraq: to provide 4 million jobs over the next three years
August 11, 2011
- Iraqi Parliament end the first reading of the bill of the National Council of the Supreme policies
- Kurdish MP: Selection of National Security Minister will take place after resolving Interior and Defense Ministers
- Energy Committee objects to the reading of HCL law; Will discuss on Saturday
- Association of Private Banks: Iraq needs an economic plan, platform
August 10, 2011
- Iraq Deputy parliament speaker, German Ambassador discuss helping Iraq out of UN Chapter VII
- MP Nassif calling on the government to challenge Security Council resolutions 687 and 833
- Source: National Alliance and Iraqi List have decided upon candidates to submit
- Copy of the National Council of the Strategic Policies Draft Law
- Reading of the Strategic Council draft law scheduled for Parliament on Thursday
- Iraq committee will head to Kuwait Sunday to discuss Mubarak Port details
August 9, 2011
August 8, 2011
August 7, 2011
- Saudi Economists fear the threatened USD; Call for revalue of the Saudi Riyal
- Editorial: Cancel the zeros on dinar is a step in the right direction
- Iraq List expects vote on a bill board policy in the next parliament session (Tuesday)
- GOI: Policy Council bill heads to parliament within 48 hours
- CBI: Iraqi economy will not develop unless tax system expands
August 6, 2011
- Reuters: Iraq ‘plans to trim zeros from currency’
- Draft Law on National Council for Strategic Policy to be sent to parliament in two days
- The CBI’s plan for reducing the Iraqi dinar
- CNBC Video: Foreign Direct Investment in Iraq
- US loses AAA rating, G7 finance ministers to meet amid huge slide in stocks
August 5, 2011
- State of Law MP: Thursday, Talabani received draft of the National Council of Supreme Policy
- Energy Commission announces the preparation of the law of oil and gas instead of the government law
- The CBI’s plan for reducing the Iraqi dinar
- CNBC Video: Foreign Direct Investment in Iraq
- Iraqi Dinar will regain glory and coins in our pockets soon
August 4, 2011
- The CBI’s plan for reducing the Iraqi dinar
- CBI begins re-structuring of the local currency
- CBI announces completion of plan to remove zeros from currency; Reprint 30 trillion dinars
- Shabibi: The independence of the CBI is of great significance because it protects state funds
- Iraq’s public debt a popular investment
August 3, 2011
- Iraqi leaders agree to end political contention
- Iraqi leaders settle on disputed issues of the Erbil Agreement
- Two weeks given for al-Iraqiya and State of Law Coalitions to present their candidates for Defense, Interior Ministries
- Significant increase in dollar sales in Iraq
- Iraqi Reparations Moving Rapidly
August 2, 2011
August 1, 2011
- Future of Iraq Project – Unclassified (2006)
- CBI is preparing to replace the Iraqi currency after the cancellation of three zeros from Monetary value of the mass
- World Union of Arab Bankers: CBI is preparing to replace the currency soon
- CBI: Dont fear the dinar
- CBI: Project to lift zeros still on track just not implemented; Denies counterfeit currency is the delay
July 31, 2011
- UN Operational Rates of Exchange – Effective August 1, 2011
- Iraq: Towards the abolition of 3 zeros from banknotes
- CBI: Project to lift zeros still on track just not implemented; Denies counterfeit currency is the delay
- Iraq will request UN to reconsider those resolutions imposed
- Special Inspector General for Iraq Reconstruction; July 2011 Quarterly Report
- Iraq’s leaders to postpone the meeting to next Tuesday
July 30, 2011
- Experts call for citizens to address currency, Central undertakes small and replacing the damaged
- CBI begins assessment of private banks throughout the country
- The Currency Newshound: Ramadan FAQ
- PressTV – Iraq, Kuwait on brink of new war
- Iraq Foreign Affairs Committee: Kuwait shows willingness to resolve crisis
- Iraqi List: We have received postive reassurances from Maliki regarding Erbil Agreement
July 29, 2011
- UNSC adopts UNAMI extension; Urges Iraq to meet its outstanding CH VII obligations
- MP: Iraq will yield to international pressure; Spanish court will question Iraqi officials, Maliki
- Forbes Magazine Blog: Is The Iraqi Dinar Worthless Paper Or Maker Of Millionaires?
- Next week, Iraq will send delegation to Kuwait to discuss Mubarak port project
July 28, 2011
- UNSC Meeting Details: UN Security Council Agenda for July 28, 2011
- Forbes Magazine Blog: Is The Iraqi Dinar Worthless Paper Or Maker Of Millionaires?
- Iraq fund manager sells Iraqi success story
- Security Council extends UN mission in Iraq by another year
- Yahoo News: Kuwait gets $1.06 bn in Iraqi reparation; $19 billion remains
July 27, 2011
- Forbes Magazine Blog: Is The Iraqi Dinar Worthless Paper Or Maker Of Millionaires?
- CBI Advisor: Draft feminine change currency cash in line with economic growth
- CBI, Economist weigh in on pro’s and fears associated with the lifting of zero’s
- CBI: Iraqi’s per capita income anticipated to double in less than four years
- Arab Business: Saudi Billionaire Tops Power 500; CBI’s Shabibi at 390th most influential Arab
- Maliki on paying international contractors: There are new horizons to pay on credit
- Iraq’s oil and gas to be presented to parliament next Tuesday, Aug 2nd
- GOI demands Kuwait to halt construction of Port at Mubarak
July 26, 2011
- CBI, Economist weigh in on pro’s and fears associated with the lifting of zero’s
- Ahzvo three zeros and stay tuned results
- CBI Advisor would be surprised if executive, legislative branch calls for a delay in changing of currency
- Senior banker calls for the activation of the reality of the work of private banks
- Petition begins in Najaf; Campaign for oil revenue profit sharing to Iraqi citizens
July 25, 2011
- CBI Advisor would be surprised if executive, legislative branch calls for a delay in changing of currency
- French Ambassador: We are ready to help Iraq out of CH VII; Iraq has several components to build its economy well
- U.S. newspapers: Iraq is the most important investment opportunity in the Middle East
- Wall Street Journal: IMF says Chinese Yuan Remains Substantially Below Fundamentals, Should boost value
- Iraqi parliament discusses draft law on the infrastructure this week
July 24, 2011
- Economist: The return of the coin guide to control inflation
- Boston Herald: Iraq investment beckons
- CBI: Bank sales are stable, No fears of a falling dinar
- Prime Minister announces application of tax law and customs tariff soon
- Source: Possible plan to promote Allawi to VP and Hashemi as Defense Minister
July 23, 2011
- MP Zaidi: GOI claims its invited the UNSC to reconsider international resolutions concerning Kuwait
- CBI: Bank sales are stable, No fears of a falling dinar
- Iraqi Parliament convenes Tuesday; Agenda for July 26 and July 28
- Iraqi private banks face difficulty gaining market share; Finance Ministry in talks World Bank and IMF
- Preparing for WTO, Ministry of Industry calls for application of law on product protection
July 22, 2011
- Nassif: The U.S. (should be more instrumental) in removing Iraq from Chapter VII
- Naieli: Iraq resorts to UNSC over port issue; Kuwait shows no sign of holding back
- Iraq and China agree to raise bilateral trade to $10 billion dollars
- Oil and Gas Committee Member: Significant amendments must be made for oil and gas (HCL) law to pass
- A brief history of the demarcation of the border between Iraq and Kuwait
July 21, 2011
- GOI to discuss revised oil and gas law next week
- CBI: Shabibi hosts conference of ambassadors; Presents financial position of Iraq, monetary policy
- Washington Times: Iraq seen poised to emerge as a favorite of investors says World Bank
- Ban Ki-moon: The slow political progress in Iraq is causing daily problems of citizens
- Raundozi: Talabani summit to discuss alternative, interim solutions for security ministers
July 20, 2011
- Iraq currency shops multiply as citizens trade IQD for USD; Officials say shops are flagrantly exploiting public ignorance
- CBI: Shabibi hosts conference of ambassadors; Presents financial position of Iraq, monetary policy
- USA Today: Investment in Iraq set to double this year
- China announces support for Iraq to emerge from Chapter VII
- UN: Calls for Iraq to speed up meeting obligations toward Kuwait; No force against Camp Ashraf
July 19, 2011
- UNSC: Iraq / UNAMI Briefing 19 July 2011 w/ Video
- China announces support for Iraq to emerge from Chapter VII
- MP Nassif: Calls for UN and US to take a positive role in removing Iraq from CH VII
- CBI: Increasing inflation remains under control; Blames higher costs
- US Ambassador Jeffrey: I am willing to mediate the issues between Iraq, Kuwait
July 18, 2011
- UNAMI likely to be extended another year; Ban Ki Moon committed to Iraq’s CH VII exit
- Iraq’s inflation continues to rise
- Zebari: Iraq will be freed from UNSC sanctions, binding resolutions, and sovereignty restored
- Kurdish MP: Asserts coming days will witness an agreed vote on the security ministers
July 17, 2011
July 16, 2011
- Zebari: Iraq will be freed from UNSC sanctions, binding resolutions, and sovereignty restored
- CBI decides to develop coins as part of plan to restructure the currency
- Iraq’s Central Bank mulling printing new currency
- UN Sec General urges Iraq to show “tangible” progress to obligations towards Kuwait
July 15, 2011
- Iraq’s Central Bank mulling printing new currency
- Iraq’s International Development Bank and Path Solutions announce successful go live
- “Fresh Start” Project: The IRS announces the opening of 74 offices this weekend
- Maliki refuses to bring Strategic Council vote to Parliament; Says Erbil agreement intended council to be advisory role
July 14, 2011
- “Fresh Start” Project: The IRS announces the opening of 74 offices this weekend
- Iraq Trade Minister: Iraq is transitioning to a free market economy
- Tension increases between Iraq, Kuwait; Iraq MP has opinion there is a conspiracy to keep Iraq under CH VII
- CBI: Islamic Bank will support the establishment of fact, the country’s banking
July 13, 2011
- CBI: The decision to raise zeros from the currency maker .. and it needs to field work
- Kuwait Ambassador to Iraq: Discusses recent news events regarding Iraq; Determined to end all issues
- Energy Committee approves draft Oil, Gas Law; Heads to Parliament
- Flashback 7/22/09: Maliki goes to Washington; Obama pledges to help remove Iraq from CH VII sanctions
July 12, 2011
- Economist calls on CBI and Ministry of Finance to prevent corruption during the lifting of the zero’s from the currency
- Flashback 7/22/09: Maliki goes to Washington; Obama pledges to help remove Iraq from CH VII sanctions
- ISX: FMG Iraq Fund Reports First Year Results up 25%
- The state of law bloc emphasizes that the issue of security minister will be decided in the coming days
July 11, 2011
- Reuters: Iraq plans new Europe accounts to protect oil money
- Source: Iraqi List has made a final decision to nominate Obeidi for Defense Minister
- CBI: High level goal to develop payment system linking Iraq bank with international banks
- Iraqi Parliament to resume Tuesday; first and second reading of seven draft laws
July 10, 2011
- CBI denies the lifting of the zeroes from the currency this year
- CBI: High level goal to develop payment system linking Iraq bank with international banks
- Kuwait Stresses Need For Iraq To Implement UNSC Resolutions
- Ministry of Industry: Economic necessity to restructure bank policy to promote growth in industry sector
July 9, 2011
- Talabani: Politicians agree on formation of committees to reach final agreement; Report issued in 10 days
- Kuwait tells Sec Clinton Iraq must fulfill CH VII obligations; US thanks Kuwait for use of country during withdrawal
- CBI: Iraq working on development of payments system in the country’s banks
- FDIC issues final ruling on retail foreign exchange transactions (Frank-Dodd Act)
July 8, 2011
- Prime Minister of Energy: Draft of oil and gas (HCL) law to be presented next week***
- Delete the three zeroes from the Iraqi currency **
- Ministry of Finance: The risk of corruption can emerge when you change the currency
- World Bank: Two largest Iraq state owned banks have been enhanced and restructured
- Iraq Minister of Finance: Customs tarrif law to go into effect Mid-July
July 7, 2011
- Iraq Minister of Finance: Customs tarrif law to go into effect Mid-July***
- IMF Historical Document: Sept 1949, Press Release 104
- Commission met with CBI, Swiss Central Bank, World Bank and international banks; Develop mechanism to fund project
- CBI: 20 private banks initialized electronic clearing system
July 6, 2011
July 5, 2011
- Opinion: New Dinars for Old (from Iraq Business News)
- Final Report from the IAMB issued June 30, 2011 on DFI
- CBI: Reveals importance of private banks and a modern banking system
- Parliament calls on GOI, Kurds not to finalize oil contracts until oil and gas law is approved
- UPI: Lawmakers request ban on future oil contracts until HCL is passed
July 4, 2011
- COFE announced receipt of DFI
- Iraqi banks are closed today to complete the semi-annual financial settlements
- Expert: Changing currency will not affect value of Iraqi dinar, Economy is the influence
- Economist Opinion: Study needed on impact change in currency will have on citizens
- ISX: Electronic link between stock exchange and banking provides positive implications
July 3, 2011
- Kurdistan: We have no objection to new, revised oil and gas law (HCL)
- World Bank: Iraq on the verge of huge changes in the financial sector and government
- VP Biden to arrive in Baghdad in near future; Discuss troop withdrawal
- Iraqi banks are closed today to complete the semi-annual financial settlements
- Maliki: Our mission after defeat of terrorism is the construction, reconstruction and investment of the wealth of Iraq
- Maliki confirms Iraq attractive for investment and an opportunity for the ages
July 2, 2011
July 1, 2011
June 30, 2011
- UNSC welcomes Iraq’s assumption of oversight over development fund***
- US State Dept Press Release: National Emergency with Respect to the Stabilization of Iraq to Continue for Full Year***
- Iraq Gets Control of its DFI; IAMB Meeting on Thursday in Jordan***
- Nujafi: My visit to the United States succeeded and came to establish the rights and Iraq’s money
June 29, 2011
June 28, 2011
- CBI will rely on large private banks to aid in the process of circulation
- Meeting in Jordan will be attended by Iraq, UN, IMF, World Bank as DFI Protection expires June 30
- Arab Bank Summit: Italian banks provide 19 billion Euro for Middle East financing. CBI’s Shabibi in attendance
- IMF Press Release: IMF Executive Board Selects Christine Lagarde as Managing Director
- United Nations: Our stay in Iraq depends on the request of the Government and Parliament
June 27, 2011
- Meeting in Jordan will be attended by Iraq, UN, IMF, World Bank as DFI Protection expires June 30
- CBI denies the exchange rate affected by deleting the zeros
- Financial control: the end of the international delegation to the Development Fund for Iraq
- Coalition MP: June 30 is deadline for political blocs to determine fate of US presence in Iraq
June 26, 2011
- Meeting in Jordan will be attended by Iraq, UN, IMF, World Bank as DFI Protection expires June 30
- CBI: Deletion of zeros from the Iraqi currency has nothing to do public prices or exchange rate
- Financial representative denies mentioning the issue of changing the Iraqi currency
- Economic Expert Opinion: Deletion of the zeros from the currency will go down as an achievement for CBI
June 25, 2011
June 24, 2011
June 23, 2011
- CBI: Currency reconstruction needed to ease complex transactions
- CBI has decided to execute monetary restructuring; Raising of the zeros
- Maliki’s meeting of independent bodies; CBI’s Shabibi discuss currency trades
- UNSC welcomes Iraq-Kuwait commitment to cooperation; Urges Iraq to establish task force
June 22, 2011
June 21, 2011
June 20, 2011
June 19, 2011
June 18, 2011
June 17, 2011
June 16, 2011
June 15, 2011
June 14, 2011
- CBI: July, Start of electronic clearing system amongst Iraqi banks; Encourages all banks to do same
- Economist Opinion: More should be done to protect Iraqi funds after DFI expiration
- The Prime Minister: Defense Minister to be named during the next two weeks
- Iraq closes file oil for food program with international companies
June 13, 2011
June 12, 2011
- Maliki in talks with UN on ending Kuwait issues; UN invites Maliki to NYC
- Maliki receives call from UN Sec Gen. Ban ki Moon, invitation; UN to transfer office out of Baghdad soon
- Maliki asks United Nations to support political process and end to file related to Iraq
- Allawi flees to Jordan; May be issued arrest warrant
- CBI urges the government to deal with private banks
June 11, 2011
- The Bitcoin Triples Again : Online currency has minted off-line millionaires. But for how long?
- What is Bitcoin? Decentralized Digital Currency
- Allawi: Maliki is a liar, hypocrite; Charges Maliki with deception and as a supporter of Iran
- Political Analyst: Allawi’s remarks will likely cause the return of VP Biden
- Congress: Allawi’s speech ignites controversy with al-Maliki and increases the likelihood of early elections
- Maliki and Allawi could both battle in court
June 10, 2011
- GOI: Performance of private banks is still not convincing
- Economic Opinion: External debt wont effect Iraq economy; Monetary policy, exchange rate causes investor reservation
- Shaways discusses Iraq efforts to enter global economy; Legislation, Private Sector, WTO
- Melkert: UN confirms near full normalization of relations between Iraq and Kuwait
June 9, 2011
- Melkert: UN confirms near full normalization of relations between Iraq and Kuwait
- MP Bayati: Resolving the security ministries top priority for House of Representatives during the coming period
- Economic Opinion: External debt wont effect Iraq economy; Monetary policy, exchange rate causes investor reservation
- Shaways discusses Iraq efforts to enter global economy; Legislation, Private Sector, WTO
June 8, 2011
- Source: Maliki appoints Fayad as Minister of National Security
- Source: Maliki calls on Fayad as Minister of National Security
- Virtue Party: Mandate of Fayad as Natl Sec Minister puts pressure on blocks; Likely to appoint other ministers via proxy
- Editorial: Allawi maybe emptied handed if Maliki forms a majority government
- Iraq: Coalition Under Stress
June 7, 2011
- Obama worried about deterioration of security in Iraq; Calling for the appointment of security ministers
- U.S. Ambassador to Barzani: Obama worried about the situation in Iraq
- Gulf Currencies may re-evaluate dollar peg to offset inflation; Arab oil rich families assets in danger of sliding USD
- Hillary Clinton: The time is right for America to deal with Iraq, Encourage US investors
- Central Bank Governor of Saudi Arabia: Moving steady to a single Gulf Currency
June 6, 2011
- Hillary Clinton: The time is right for America to deal with Iraq, Encourage US investors
- GOI Spokesman: We will not extend 100 days but will evaluate performance
- Maliki: Defense Minister options are minimal; Obeidi, Dulaimi, other withdrew candidacy
- Iraq Assoc of Banks: Expectations of achieving the capital of 3500 billion dinars
June 5, 2011
June 4, 2011
- UNITED NATIONS: IMPORTANT JUNE 2011 DATES
- CNN: Deadline close for Iraqi ministers told to make changes or lose job
- Iraq parliamentary committee: Iraq is unable to disburse dues to Egypt; CBI says it threatens Paris Club agreement
- Source: Iraqi List and State of law Coalition to meet tomorrow; Hopeful to activate Erbil Agreement
- Clinton calls on U.S. companies to invest in Iraq
- A new strategy for the advancement of the economy
June 3, 2011
- UNITED NATIONS: IMPORTANT JUNE 2011 DATES
- United Nations: June 2011 UNSC Forecast Regarding Iraq
- Parliament resumes its sessions next week; Agenda is important legislative files
- Economist Opinion: Expect to achieve agricultural trade liberalization in the short term (WTO)
- The Currency Newshound: Facebook Question…What is the status of Iraq and Chapter VII?
June 2, 2011
- Source: al-Maliki on a book and settle down for the selection of al-Obeidi, one for defense
- CBI: Freezing of funds intersects with the UN resolution
- Maliki: Integrity is key to Iraqi Banks; Need to preserve and strengthen reputation for World Bank and WTO efforts
- British Parliament: Iraq desires credit rating to obtain international financing
June 1, 2011
- CBI’s Saleh: Decision to remove zeros will require competency; Banks and international accounts to adjust
- Major breakthroughs are unlikely to be achieved prior to 100 day deadline; 7 days remain
- National Business Council: Iraq on the verge of great economic revolution
- 2012 Iraq Investment Guide
- Iraq List: Non-implementation of Erbil agreements will lead to early elections
- C-Span Video: House Foreign Affairs Subcmte. Hearing on Transition & Strategic Framework in Iraq
May 31, 2011
- Babylon University Study: Proposal to raise zeros from Iraqi dinar
- Iraq seeks to regulate the financial sector in order to avoid the financing of terrorism and money laundering
- CBI’s Saleh: The decision to raise zeros from Iraqi dinar will strengthen the value of the incomes of citizens
- Citibank and Bank of Baghdad announce strategic partnership
May 30, 2011
- Trade Bank of Iraq: raise zeros from the currency will not affect on the economy
- CBI in connection with activation of monetary agreements with neighboring countries
- Iraqi List suspends negotiations with the National Alliance
- Iraq List confirms: Today it will make decision to stay in the political process or suspend its membership
- CBI promoting the development of Islamic banking in Iraq
May 29, 2011
- National Alliance announces finalizing Minister of Interior, National Security Advisor, and re-nominating Obeidi
- Crucial meeting tomorrow between political parties; Optimism to end most points of concern
- Trade Bank of Iraq: raise zeros from the currency will not affect on the economy
- Kuwait-Iraq ties: The curse of history and geography
- Islamic support for Iraq to host WTO meeting next year
May 28, 2011
- Optimism towards resolving all outstanding issues
- Vice in Iraq: Resolution of the security ministries after the agreement on the extension or withdrawal of the Americans
- Islamic support for Iraq to host WTO meeting next year
- Iraqi politician: United States opened the door for investment, Shell Oil to fill its budget deficit
May 27, 2011
May 26, 2011
- Director of Iraq Social Welfare: Smart cards are completed and ready for issuance to beneficiaries
- Shaways: Meetings were fruitful; Measures will now be sent to councils of ministers, MPs and the judiciary
- CBI: $400 million to Egypt threatens the Paris Club agreement
- Iraqi List reveals a meeting of political blocs next Monday under the auspices of Shaways
May 25, 2011
- Iraqi Private banks criticize decisions of the Banking Act; CBI asserts that it is for the protection of Iraqi funds
- Kuwait seizes Iraqi Airways bank funds
- Agreement reached to settle suspended problems among Iraq’s leading political coalitions
- Iraq List will hold a important meeting today to discuss the implementation of Erbil agreements
May 24, 2011
- Maliki Press Conference: Addressed a letter to the Speaker of Parliament
- Council of Ministers Held a Meeting for the First Time at the Presidential Palace
- Iraqi List nominates new names to the vacant security ministries
- UN Melkert: To improve the situation of workers and unemployment will guarantee an end to Iraq’s entry into the free market
May 23, 2011
May 22, 2011
May 21, 2011
May 20, 2011
- Integrity Commitee: American side refused to disclose the money exchange rate mechanism (the reconstruction of Iraq)
- Iraq political blocs agree on Obeidi’s nomination for Def. Minister; Vote expected early June
- MP Darraji calls for emergency meeting to resolve the security file cabinet
- CBI: The protection of oil revenues, blocking the road in front of creditors
- Bloomberg TV (video): Citigroup Readies Expansion in Iraq as Nation Rebuilds
- Reuters reports CBI to bring in central payment gateway; Allows international payments
May 19, 2011
- Bloomberg TV (video): Citigroup Readies Expansion in Iraq as Nation Rebuilds
- US State Department Press Release: Strengthening Iraq; Fact Sheet
- Citizens complain about the proliferation of damaged currency and the difficulty of trading in the markets
- Iraqi List announces agreement with State of Law bloc; Activate Barzani agreement, signs of political breakthrough
- Iraq Foreign Minister meets U.S. Congress delegation
- The economy is growing quickly and correctly and will be liberated after the exit from Chapter VII
- Iraqi List: The creation of the National Council of Strategic Policies will be voted on soon
May 18, 2011
- The economy is growing quickly and correctly and will be liberated after the exit from Chapter VII
- White House: (EO 13303 extension) Message from the President regarding the continuation of the national emergency
- New Chapter Seen In Kuwait-Iraq Economic Ties
- Finance and Central Bank encircled private sector banks in Iraq
- Parliament: Iraq needs to encourage the private sector and free market economy
May 17, 2011
- BP starts getting payment for Iraq oil investment
- Barzani invited to decisive security ministries meeting in Baghdad
- CBI instructs all non-approved banking centers to be closed
- White House: (EO 13303 extension) Message from the President regarding the continuation of the national emergency
- United Nations FYI: UNAMI Mandate set to expire July 31, 2011
- United Nations FYI: Iraq-Kuwait Report (missing persons and return of property) due by Mid-June
May 16, 2011
May 15, 2011
May 14, 2011
- Maliki Press Release: “The government is determined to implement Altazamtha in reforming the Iraqi economy”
- UNSC’s Melkert: Iraq has turned a new leaf
- US Dollar edged up against Iraqi Dinar
- Iraqi government adopts a strategy to increase public spending
- UN calls on the GOI to the completion of the pending resolutions
May 13, 2011
May 12, 2011
May 11, 2011
May 10, 2011
- Dow Jones: Wells Fargo Buys Foreign Currency Wholesaler
- House of Representative to postpone security minister vote until after 1-month summer recess
- CBI: Decision to drop the debt of Iraq is political, not financial
- Vietnam: Forex is Still a Hot Potato to Handle; Confidence in Dong is back
- Reuters: FDIC unveils retail foreign exchange rule
May 9, 2011
- Economist Opinion: Deleting Zeros from Currency alone does not raise value of dinar, internationally
- Electoral commission hold press conference on Monday May 9th; Administrative Corruption
- Editorial: Delete the three zeroes from the Iraqi currency
- Iraq’s Electoral Commission will call Monday press conference; Described as significant
- Financial experts warn of the consequences of the exploitation of remittances
May 8, 2011
- Iraq’s Electoral Commission will call Monday press conference; Described as significant
- Editorial: Delete the three zeroes from the Iraqi currency
- CBI’s Saleh: Devaluation of USD will not affect Iraq’s cash reserve
- Iraq: Seven important laws to be passed this week
- CBI: Opening of two US accounts guarantees payment to Kuwait
May 7, 2011
- CBI in process of finalizing the draft raise three zeroes from the Iraqi dinar
- Nancy Pelosi and US delegation arrives in Baghdad today
- Iraqi currency is not in contact with small to handle the local and the Ministry of Finance
- CBI Adviser: Decision to lift the zeroes would suit perfectly with the increase Iraq’s oil exports
- The effects of Iraq’s accession to the WTO on the agricultural sector
May 6, 2011
May 5, 2011
- CBI Adviser: Decision to lift the zeroes would suit perfectly with the increase Iraq’s oil exports
- President Najafi confirms next week will see vote on security ministers
- CBI calls for open market for securities in the provinces of the Middle Euphrates
- Stop foreign transfers and a warning from the recovery – Daily Currency Auction
- CBI: It is time to re-evaluate the currency, commensurate with the price changes
May 4, 2011
- Stop foreign transfers and a warning from the recovery – Daily Currency Auction
- Money transfer offices active in Iraq as the surest means for the transfer of funds
- CBI: Daily Currency Auction May 4, 2011; $12.9 million
- Maliki offers qualifications of new candidates to fill the key defense and interior
- Auction currency between the decision of the Central Association and the demands of private banks
May 3, 2011
- CBI: Daily Currency Auction May 3, 2011; $3.5 million
- FYI: PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING
- Nujaifi: It’s time for the return of Iraq is a full-fledged task in dealing with the international community
- CBI Central Policy applies sterilization against money laundering
- Auction currency between the decision of the Central Association and the demands of private banks
- Iraq House of Representatives to reconvene Tuesday May 10th
May 2, 2011
May 1, 2011
- Iraq and US are discussing ways to protect Iraqi funds abroad
- al-Ani: Maliki can not find the need to complete the security ministries ..
- Govt leaders will try to flee before 100-day ultimatum ends warns Baghdad official
- Iraqi dinar is trying to get rid of O’s … But!!
- Hakim present a strategy change for the benefit of the peoples of the United Nations envoy in Iraq
April 30, 2011
- Iraqi dinar is trying to get rid of O’s … But!!
- University of Babylon hosted symposium to discuss raising of the zeros
- Italy is concerned at the loss of funds from investors due to changes in Iraqi decisions
- Parliament voted by majority to ratify the Convention on the settlement of claims between Iraq and US
- Iraqi Cabinet approves UN mandate on Iraqi state revenues; July 1 to begin new era for Iraq
April 29, 2011
- Iraqi dinar is trying to get rid of O’s … But!!
- Iraqi Cabinet approves UN mandate on Iraqi state revenues; July 1 to begin new era for Iraq
- CBI: Press Briefing cause lifting of the Iraqi Central Bank sales of 18 million dollars to 58 million
- CBI urges the government reform the tax system in the country
- CBI: reduced sales of foreign currency from 150 to 50 million dollars a day
April 28, 2011
- Iraqi Cabinet approves UN mandate on Iraqi state revenues; July 1 to begin new era for Iraq
- CBI: Press Briefing cause lifting of the Iraqi Central Bank sales of 18 million dollars to 58 million
- CBI: Closed Sunday, May 1 for Labour Day
- CBI: reduced sales of foreign currency from 150 to 50 million dollars a day
- UN panel pays out $880 million in reparations for Iraq’s invasion of Kuwait
April 27, 2011
- Iraqi Cabinet approves UN mandate on Iraqi state revenues; July 1 to begin new era for Iraq
- CBI: Daily Currency Auction April 27, 2011; Rebounds to $52.6m
- Iraq studying the restructuring of the national currency
- Parliament voted to amend the investment law of crude oil and finish reading six laws
- Iraq opens accounts in the United States for the filing of its oil revenues
- The Names of Candidates for Security Ministries Submitted to Parliament by the End
- of This Week
April 26, 2011
- Iraq studying the restructuring of the national currency
- CBI: Daily Currency Auction April 26th – Another significant low day of sales
- CBI: Daily Currency Auction April 25th; Significantly low
- Iraq Government plans to increase per capita income
- Iraq to resume paying war reparations to Kuwait
- Iraq will open two accounts in the US for the filing of its oil revenues
April 25, 2011
April 24, 2011
April 23, 2011
- Q&A: Director General of Customs discusses tariff law and ascension to WTO
- Maliki: Allawi will find himself alone if he dont participate in the government
- The Washington Times: War-weary Iraq sees economic rebound Stock market, investment surge
- CBI: Iraq Can Not Remain Financially Dependent on its Oil
April 22, 2011
April 21, 2011
- Video/Audio: CBI’s Shabibi speaks at US Chamber of Commerce; Speaks on Redenomination, Three Zeros and RV***
- Flashback Sept 14, 2010: The CBI is ready to delete the zeros from the dinar after the formation of the government
- Press Release: Iraqi House Chairman, UN’s Melkert discuss exit from Chapter VII
- Qais Alcdhir: security ministries to provide candidates to the parliament after the return of al-Maliki
- Inflation rises to 5.7% due to high electricity prices
April 20, 2011
- Video/Audio: CBI’s Shabibi speaks at US Chamber of Commerce; Speaks on Redenomination, Three Zeros and RV***
- CBI: It is time to re-evaluate the currency, commensurate with the price changes and the wage in the economy
- Exit from Chapter VII the end of June
- Iraqi Finance Minister attends IMF and World Bank meetings; Meets with Deputy National Security Advisor
- US Deputy Treasury Sec. Wolin met with Iraq’s Finance Minister and CBI’s Shabibi
April 19, 2011
- Video/Audio: CBI’s Shabibi speaks at US Chamber of Commerce; Speaks on Redenomination, Three Zeros and RV***
- CBI: It is time to re-evaluate the currency, commensurate with the price changes and the wage in the economy
- US Deputy Treasury Sec. Wolin met with Iraq’s Finance Minister and CBI’s Shabibi
- Bayati: Maliki confirms security minister candidates will be presented next week
- House of Representatives will host first meeting of independent bodies (i.e. CBI) next week
April 18, 2011
- Dow Jones: Iraq Central Bank Studies Procedure To Remove 3 Zeros From Dinar
- Iraq plans to send letter recognizing Iraq-Kuwait border and reaffirmation of UN Resolution 833
- CBI study how to raise the value of the dinar
- Iraqi central bank says that it will submit a law organizing the process of removing 3 zeros from the dinar
- Abadi: Iraq’s money at risk after May 5th
April 17, 2011
- Iraqi central bank says that it will submit a law organizing the process of removing 3 zeros from the dinar
- Abadi: Iraq’s money at risk after May 5th
- CBI: The restructuring of the Iraqi currency inflation fit the cash block
- Chapter VII is nearing its end in Iraq
- Iraqi List MP: Deletion of zeros from the Iraqi currency would overcome all the economic difficulties
- Iraqi MP: Groups agree to provide the security ministries candidates on Wednesday
April 16, 2011
- Chapter VII is nearing its end in Iraq
- Iraqi List MP: Deletion of zeros from the Iraqi currency would overcome all the economic difficulties
- CBI: The restructuring of the Iraqi currency inflation fit the cash block
- Deputy of the National Alliance: the next few days will resolve the security ministries
- Chihod: Tuesday deadline for the submission of names of candidates for security ministries
April 15, 2011
- Put the finishing touches on the project raise three zeroes from the Iraqi dinar
- Iraq News Study: Raise zeros from the Iraqi currency, Part I and II
- Citizen of Dhi Qar concerns and questions on change of Iraqi currency
- CBI: Iraqi parliament is to decide to raise zeros from currency
- CBI is organizing the work of Islamic banks; New legislation in the next few days
April 14, 2011
- CBI: Iraqi parliament is to decide to raise zeros from currency
- CBI in process of dropping zeros from IQD
- Experts: Delete the zeros from the currency will raise the value, Lead to revaluation
- CBI: New creditors may emerge to delay Chapter VII exit but Iraq is ready to settle
- U.S. – Iraq Business Initiative Briefing with Dr. Sinan Al-Shabibi
April 13, 2011
- CBI: Iraqi parliament is to decide to raise zeros from currency
- CBI in process of dropping zeros from IQD
- CBI: New creditors may emerge to delay Chapter VII exit but Iraq is ready to settle
- Experts: Delete the zeros from the currency will raise the value, Lead to revaluation
- Groovgal Post: Oil Production & It’s Influence On The Value of the IQD
April 12, 2011
- CBI in process of dropping zeros from IQD
- Iraqi Parliament Schedule April 12 – April 14
- Groovgal Post: Oil Production & It’s Influence On The Value of the IQD
- Iraq Steps Back Onto the Regional Stage
- Delete the zeros from the Iraqi currency
- Iraq Deputy PM meets with US Amb. Jeffrey; US supports Iraq economy to the global market
- Source: Early indications suggest Maliki to nominate Hashim Darraji defense minister
April 11, 2011
- Iraqi Parliament Schedule April 12 – April 14
- Delete the zeros from the Iraqi currency
- World Bank intends to support the private sector in Iraq
- Alldorki: National Alliance chose Ibrahim al-Lami as candidate for Minister of the Interior
- Iraq National Investment Commission: At the crossroads of trade and investment to support private sector
April 10, 2011
- Caution when reading article regarding Shabibi and the Revaluation
- Delete the zeros from the Iraqi currency
- CBI: The investor’s funds in Iraqi banks insured
- Iraqi List MP: We are confident that this week will be crucial to the Prime Minister to provide security ministers
- MP Abtan: Kuwait to cooperate with Iraq to end the pending files
- Iraqi National Alliance asks PM to submit minister candidates for parliament approval within 10 days
April 9, 2011
- Delete the zeros from the Iraqi currency
- Maliki: Iraq is most stable, secure nation in region; Just a little while and everything will be complete
- US Defense Secretary rebukes Maliki for inaction
- Labor Minister Announces Next Sunday as the Date for the Disbursement of Salaries
- Leaders of political blocs meet in Kurdistan to resolve outstanding ministries
- Iraq’s foreign debt will be resolved this year
April 8, 2011
- UN: Second report of the Secretary-General pursuant to paragraph 6 of resolution 1936 (2010)
- International Monetary end the file of Iraq’s debt
- Deputy: Joint meeting tomorrow to resolve outstanding security ministries
- US Defense Secretary rebukes Maliki for inaction
- UN Rep Melkert: Confident Iraq Reaffirmation of Land, Maritime Boundaries within reach
April 7, 2011
- The Web’s Only RV-O-Meter – Update
- Experts: Iraq accession to world trade organization will bring commercial and investment privileges
- CBI: Iraq will use the IMF to end the file of commercial debt
- Investment Authority form a committee to draw foreign investment strategy in Iraq
- Iraq’s Oil Reserves Even Higher?
April 6, 2011
- Maliki Press Release: PM Maliki receives call from VP Biden
- CBI: Iraq will use the IMF to end the file of commercial debt
- Secretary-General urges Iraqi leaders to finish forming new Government
- Finance Minister discusses with a group (Citibank) the subject of exchanges, banking and investment
- 23rd Annual Arab Summit to be held May 11th in Baghdad
- UN requires that Iraq meet its obligations to Kuwait to restore the international status
April 5, 2011
- WTO Introduction Day; April 7th
- UN requires that Iraq meet its obligations to Kuwait to restore the international status
- Finance Minister discusses with a group (Citibank) the subject of exchanges, banking and investment
- UN Meeting Friday April 8th: UNAMI
- Hollywood Reporter: Katie Couric Heads to Iraq Amidst ‘CBS Evening News’ Departure Rumors
- Bayati, confirms that the recommendations of the United Nations report on Iraq
April 4, 2011
- Iraq Parliament votes unanimously for Ali Shukri Yusuf Abdul-Nabi as Ministry of Planning
- Iraq meets the requirements for membership in the WTO
- Iran to delete three zero’s from its currency this year
- Iraq House of Representatives will reconvene Tuesday April 12th
- Allawi’s Iraqi Coalition discloses the names of candidates for the position of Secretary of Defense
April 3, 2011
- Iraq meets the requirements for membership in the WTO
- Iran to delete three zero’s from its currency this year
- Minister of Finance: Open new bank accounts for the protection of Iraqi funds abroad
- UN Sec General says Iraq must commit in writing
- Sources for the (citizen): Iraq is seeking to emerge from Chapter VII for the extension of U.S. troops
April 2, 2011
- Iraqi List plans urgent meeting to resolve issue of defense ministry candidate
- An economic seminar in Baghdad to discuss the possibility of entering Iraq in the WTO
- Parliament agrees on ministry candidates for interior and planning; Awaiting Defense candidate
- Vietnam: If macro economy stabilizes there will be no need for USD or gold; VND would be king
- Exit from the neck of the economy
April 1, 2011
- UN Sec General calls on Iraq to make concrete progress in its commitments to the remainder of Chapter VII terms
- Zebari, in London, looking out the requirements of Iraq from Chapter VII
- UN Sec General suggests Maliki reaffirm in writing Kuwait’s land boundary
- Vice al-Araji: Candidates for security ministries resolved; Vote maybe next week
- Economists: counterfeit currency moved into the financial market again
March 31, 2011
- Exit from the neck of the economy
- Parliamentary sources confirm that the Parliament will vote today on the candidates ministries
- IMF Country Report – Iraq
- Iraq economist calls for GOI to deal with inflation; Demanding quick procedures such as deleting the zeros from the currency
- Calls for massive demonstrations April 8th; Anniversary of the occupation of Iraq
March 30, 2011
- Iraq economist calls for GOI to deal with inflation; Demanding quick procedures such as deleting the zeros from the currency
- Iraq FM Zebari Press Release: Meeting with US Asst Sec of State Feltman; Discuss Ch VII
- Iraqi FM Zebari Press Release: Meeting with UN Sec General Ban ki Moon
- Ministerial Committee for the Protection of Iraq’s money
- Tomorrow to vote on security minister
March 29, 2011
- Iraq economist calls for GOI to deal with inflation; Demanding quick procedures such as deleting the zeros from the currency
- Iraq to IMF: Central bank stays independent
- Iraq-Kuwait Committee approves 12 articles of suspended dossiers
- Thursday to vote on security minister
- CBI: The financial markets enhance the country’s economy, capitalism
March 28, 2011
- Maliki Press Release: Names of candidates for interior, defense and planning have been presented
- Researchers at Mustansiriya Univ. assert that the cost of lifting the zeros from the currency
- Kuwait PM Receives Iraq’s FM
- Musawi: Investment contracts coming in, we successively after amendment of Law No. (7)
- IMF: Letter of Intent, Memorandum of Economic and Financial Policies, and Technical Memorandum
March 27, 2011
- Iraq: the political blocs agreed to provide al-Maliki’s candidates for the security ministries before Wednesday
- Al-Dabbagh: the Council of Ministers to take new decisions in an extraordinary session held today
- Iraq’s Trade Bank to open new branches abroad
- The Prime Minister set this week end to the crisis
- Parliament ends 45th session with ratification of two important projects
- Iraq-Kuwait meet Sunday, Monday in joint committee hearing to resolve outstanding issues
- Iraq Foreign Minister Press Release: Zebari arrives in Kuwait to attend committee hearing
- Iraq-Kuwait Committee convenes to settle suspended dossiers on Sunday
March 26, 2011
- Iraq-Kuwait meet Sunday, Monday in joint committee hearing to resolve outstanding issues
- Improve the security situation makes Iraq a market with a new economic growth sectors of the economy
- GCC Economic Profile and Iraq
- WTO Document: Accession procedures to the WTO
- Gulf closer to realising single currency dream
- Maliki: Cut the Appointment Next Week to Provide Security Minister
March 25, 2011
March 24, 2011
- Iraq to join Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC)
- CBI expects inflation rife
- Maliki will present one candidate for the list of candidates to fill the Defense
- Unconditional welcome the invitation of Iraq’s accession to the GCC
- Maliki to submit candidate names early next week; Intense dialogue prior to vote
March 23, 2011
- Close to resolving national security and Iraqi candidates agree on the candidate’s
- Discuss the steps taken by the UN for economic reform in Iraq
- Iraq: Economist calls for banks to start offering Visa and Mastercard
- Agreement on Settlement of Claims between Iraq and United States approved by Iraqi government
- Iraq-Business News: Iraq and the new geopolitical calculus
- US State Dept and Iraq Foreign Ministry hold first meeting within Strategic Framework Agreement
- Iraq does not need to borrow from the World Bank because of the high price of Oil
March 22, 2011
- Iraq: Economist calls for banks to start offering Visa and Mastercard
- Cash in small denominations and minds of the public servants
- Iraq-Kuwait committee meeting March 28th; Kuwait FM assures to help Iraq emerge from Ch VII
- Names of New Candidates for Security Ministries Will be Presented soon
- Iraq and Kuwait set to meet next Monday
- CBI: International Loans to Iraq, Its Economy Indicates the Confidence
March 21, 2011
- Iraq-Kuwait committee meeting March 28th; Kuwait FM assures to help Iraq emerge from Ch VII
- Cash in small denominations and minds of the public servants
- Iraqi parliament to regulate banking system
- State of Law: Maliki will go to the House of Representatives candidates for the security portfolios
- Iraqi Media Commission calls upon the Government to transfer a file to communications investments
- Reminder 3/23: US Dept of Commerce Iraq Investment; Reconstruction Task Force Expo
March 20, 2011
- Cash in small denominations and minds of the public servants
- Iraqi parliament to regulate banking system
- World Trade Organization Schedule of Events for 2011
- Parliamentary sources: Political blocs agreed on candidates for security ministries
- Kuwaiti National Assembly Speaker: Iraq and Kuwait transcended difficult circumstances
March 19, 2011
- Cash in small denominations and minds of the public servants
- Nujaifi: Kuwait visit signals new chapter in bilateral relations
- The final decision to choose the security ministries due to the prime minister
- Shara announced an agreement to resolve the political blocs, candidates and security ministries
- Politicians: It was a mistake to suspend parliament and we should continue to hold meeting
- Nujaifi heading to Kuwait today and Foreign Affairs confirms that there is renunciation of debt
- CBI: The Iraqi economy is under control
March 18, 2011
- CBI: Our next issue of currency cash allowance damaged
- IMF Executive Board Completes Second Review Under Stand-By Arrangement with Iraq, Grants
- CBI: The Iraqi economy is under control
- Editorial: Postponing parliament; A slap in the face of every Iraqi
- Iraqi Legislators Criticized For Inaction; Only two bills passed in 40 sessions
- Arab League urges Iraqi govt. meet people’s demand
March 17, 2011
- Maliki will not submit candidates to parliament today because of disagreements
- Biden chaired a meeting to discuss implementation of agreements on forming the Iraqi government
- Flashback 2/28/2010: PM says Iraqi dinar re-evaluation has to do with economic conditions
- NA reveals the initial agreement between the blocks on the 3 candidates for the ministries of security ministers
- CBI: Waiting on parliament to ratify payment to US victims of Kuwaiti War
- President Nujaifi speaks on security ministry delays
March 16, 2011
- Flashback 2/28/2010: PM says Iraqi dinar re-evaluation has to do with economic conditions
- Aswat News: Maliki to present candidates for security cabinet posts to Parliament on Thursday
- President Nujaifi and Iraqi delegation to Kuwait Satuday
- MP Jubouri: A parliamentary consensus will be needed for ministries vote
March 15th, 2011
- Iraqi MP: Maliki will present the names of security ministers on Thursday
- Iraq debt repayments has large oil revenues exclusively via deductions information and rates approved by UNSC
- Raise the international protection of Iraqi funds for the end of next June
- U.S. Ambassador: Washington looks forward to the completion of the formation Iraqi government
- Expert calls upon the Iraqi Government to form a network of certified financial security
March 14, 2011
- FM Zebari says Iraq would pay the remaining $21 billion in reparations; moves to settle Chapter VII
- Demands for economic reforms in Iraq
- Iraq parliament ends 42nd session; Reconvene Tuesday
- IMF Meeting: Iraq March 18
- NA to meet Monday evening to resolve the Interior and National Security ministers
- Deputy PM Shaways: Iraq’s keen to establish good global relations, especially the US
March 13, 2011
- IMF Meeting: Iraq March 18
- FM Zebari says Iraq would pay the remaining $21 billion in reparations; moves to settle Chapter VII
- Prime Minister Nuri Kamal al-Maliki meets representative of the Secretary-General of the UN
- Kuwait rejects cancel internationalization issues outstanding with Iraq
- Iraq Trade is working to include the private sector for provision of the ration card items
March 12, 2011
- U.S. Embassy demanding a change in the Iraqi investment law and reveal its near return
- IMF Meeting: Iraq March 18
- Of the oil and gas hold parliamentary meeting tomorrow to determine the problematic oil law
- CBI: Iraq has succeeded in providing cover for foreign currency; Iraq is following steps toward global
- US Dept of Commerce Iraq Investment & Reconstruction Task Force Expo
- Iraq: Maliki to await the reply of our candidates for the defense this week
March 11, 2011
- U.S. Embassy demanding a change in the Iraqi investment law and reveal its near return
- CBI: Iraq has succeeded in providing cover for foreign currency; Iraq is following steps toward global
- “Alsumaria News” published the report of the parliamentary committee on the demands of the demonstrators
- Kuwait’s request to keep the issue of Iraq and Kuwait on the agenda of the UNSC
- Araji: House of Representatives will issue five laws in Saturday’s session
- Iraq security ministries awaiting authentication
- Iraq Federal Court says ruling would not affect CBI independence
March 10, 2011
- CBI: Iraq has succeeded in providing cover for foreign currency; Iraq is following steps toward global
- Parliament to reconvene Saturday; Maliki gives speech to media
- Maliki will attend next week and submit names of the Security Minister
- AKNews: Security ministry candidate votes postponed to next week
- Kuwait’s request to keep the issue of Iraq and Kuwait on the agenda of the UNSC
- Iraq Federal Court says ruling would not affect CBI independence
March 9, 2011
- Iraq-Business News: Iraq May Legislate on Currency Exchange
- Moving forward; Iraq, Kuwait opening new chapter
- A source reveals the names of candidates for security ministries to vote for them tomorrow
- AECOM-Iraq is looking for WTO Customs Training Advisor
- Al Jazeera Video: Allawi says power sharing a myth
March 8, 2011
- NA: Maliki to submit qualifications of security ministry candidates to parliament tomorrow
- Cabinet to launch Kuwait/Iraq proposal; 5yr plan to resolve outstanding issue
- Vietnam: People rush to sell dollars to stop loss, free market halts transactions
- The Iraqi government to monitor the $1.5 trillion dinars to support the additional ration card
- Seminar in Kuwait: Iraq needs $800 billion for reconstruction
- Parliament to extend the current legislative term by one month, Break begins May 14
March 7, 2011
- Maliki will attend the Tuesday to the parliament to put the names of security minister
- Iraq Federal Court reverses its decision to link independent bodies under PM
- Maliki is determined to present Interior Ministry candidates for vote next Thursday
- Federal Supreme Court responded to the Nujaifi on the link independent bodies
- Traders turn to currencies for hedging defences against Black Swan risks
March 6, 2011
- CBI: Iraq has reduced its debt to 80% over seven years; Will be one of the least indebted countries
- Parliament prepares for two months leave and the Deputy collect signatures to repeal
- Maliki to announce candidates for cabinet security posts next week
- Parliament to meet again Tuesday and host Maliki Thursday
March 5, 2011
- Sunday’s parliament session to discuss latest developments in Iraq; Security ministers not on agenda
- Banks call upon Iraqi parliament to issue law protecting them
- Britain objected to the Libyan shipment of currency equal to $162 million
- Allawi accuses Iran of being behind Maliki’s procrastination on SCP
- Bahaa al: House of Representatives tomorrow will see the historic meeting
- Citibank: Reconstruction And Peace To Boost Iraq Growth
- Efforts to amend investment law in Iraq
March 4, 2011
March 3, 2011
- Minister of Finance: Proposal to extinguish debts of citizens
- Iraqi Bank Official Predicts Economic Growth
- CBI to form Board of Financial Payments (E-Banking) by 2013
- Trade Bank of Iraq will launch a fund for direct investment
- Central Bank: Six banks had introduced electronic clearing
- Allawi announced he has abandoned the presidency of the Supreme Council policies
March 2, 2011
- Central Bank: Six banks had introduced electronic clearing
- Arab League to postpone Baghdad Summit until May
- CBI: Iraq Settles $21B In Saddam-Era Commercial Debt
- High rate of inflation in Iraq
- FOREX.com to Sponsor New CNBC Program: “Money in Motion Currency Trading”
- Iraq-Business News: UK Cuts Aid to Iraq
- Alsumaria News: Arab Summit postponed; No Later than Mid-May
March 1, 2011
February 28, 2011
- Response to Malcolm Berko’s latest column: Iraqi dinar deal is mistake
- Maliki announced decisions of the special meeting of the Council of Ministers
- Shabibi: Central bank will follow the government’s budget allocations in order to adjust the exchange rate
- CNN: Emergency cabinet meeting; Iraq PM gives ministers 100 days to shape up
- Minister Discusses Ways to Enhance Cooperation With World Bank
- Economic Expert: Confirms 100 day plan is all to change the economic pattern Iraqi
February 27, 2011
- CNN: Emergency cabinet meeting; Iraq PM gives ministers 100 days to shape up
- Talabani and Emir of Kuwait Underlined the URGENCY to Examine the Outstanding Issues
- Quote of the Day from Washington Post
- Today’s Televised Speech by Maliki
- Parliament decided to postpone Monday’s council meeting; To be held March 6, 2011
February 26, 2011
- GOI Spokesman: Parliament to hold emergency meeting tomorrow
- Parliament decided to postpone Monday’s council meeting; To be held March 6, 2011
- UN Operational Rates of Exchange; IQD no change, VND devalued
- Quote of the Day from Washington Post
- Shara: Oil and gas law to be presented to parliament in two weeks
- Iraq Trade Ministry: Iraq’s WTO ascension; Asking for US support over next few days
February 25, 2011
- Iraq Trade Ministry: Iraq’s WTO ascension; Asking for US support over next few days
- Economic Commission: Iraq’s budget deficit will be addressed by raising revenue
- Deputy for Iraqi List calls for emergency parliament session to study protesters demands
- Source: Maliki, Barzani, and Allawi to meet next week
- It could be time to get back into Vietnam
February 24, 2011
- Today, I heard some disturbing news
- Allawi postponed his news conference to announce his withdrawal from the political process
- Baghdad Airport Customs: Many politicians are leaving country prior to protests with large amounts of cash
- Iraq-Business News: A week of surprises
- IMF says weaker dollar would help global growth
- CBI: There is no significant transfer of funds abroad
February 23, 2011
- Today, I heard some disturbing news
- CBI announces payment of more than two billion dollars to 3500 commercial creditors
- China Ready to Complete the Requirements to Lift International Sanctions
- What do we live like this? Are not we a country rich in oil and gas?”.
- World Bank plans to help Iraq to meet the challenges of economic and development
- Asia’s Accelerating Inflation Bolsters Case for Higher Rates, Currencies
- Deputy for NA: Beginning of next month’s selection of security ministers
February 22, 2011
- MP Sadoun: Important legislation (laws) in the coming days; Security ministries next week
- al-Jaff: DFI Missing Funds spent by Finance Ministry with Maliki’s consent
- Amid Iraq demonstrations; 25 ministers and deputies flee while other return to their hometowns
- Maliki confirms that next year will see the radical solutions to economic problems
- Shabibi: Central bank will follow the government’s budget allocations in order to adjust the exchange rate
- CBI: Iraq can borrow from the central bank in the event of a crisis
February 21, 2011
- AK News: Iraqi parliament to raise its tomorrow after verbal altercations between some members
- Nujaifi: $39.5 billion missing from DFI Funds; Investigative committee formed
- CBI calls on the Government to address the impediments to the implementation of the Five-Year Plan
- Parliament adjourns till next Monday due to heated moments
- US Treasury Department: Engaging New Iraqi Leadership on Economic Policies for a Sovereign
February 20, 2011
- AK News: Iraqi Council of Representatives approved the budget worth 82.6 billion dollars; 2011 Budget attgached
- Kuwaiti newspaper reveal Iraqi deal
- CBI $193 million in auction
- Iyad Allawi has refused the presidency of “strategic” and turns to the opposition
- CBI: Open Islamic banking windows of banks, government will raise by 40% of its activity
February 19, 2011
- Economic Commission: Tomorrow will be the vote on the budget in 2011
- In a demonstration demanding the resignation al-Maliki
- Iraq postponed a plan to restructure its financial system to 2013
- Reuters: Arab League sees grave situation and wants summit
- House of Representatives ended its 35th Session and will convene tomorrow
- World Bank allocates $10 million to restructure Iraqi banking
February 18, 2011
- Iraq postponed a plan to restructure its financial system to 2013
- Allawi announces the arrival at a crossroads with Maliki
- Iraq plans to join World Trade Organization
- Meeting to decide on budget bill before Sunday finalizing
- In a demonstration demanding the resignation al-Maliki
- Parliamentary: Sunday to approve the budget
February 17, 2011
- House agreed on Sunday to determine the next critical deadline for approving the budget
- Source: Iraq budget law likely to be approved next week
- Maliki: I will present candidates for the security ministries
- Maliki hails outcome of Kuwait visit
- U.S. Treasury warns Baghdad of Iran’s increasing banking sector
February 16, 2011
- World Bank: Plan to restructure the Iraqi banks
- Maliki’s cabinet to complete next week
- Deputy U.S. Treasury Secretary: We are working on the development of economic sectors in Iraq
- Maliki concludes visit to Kuwait and the last show on the response to outstanding issues
- CBI: Integration of private banks will support Iraq’s efforts to provide a free market economy.
February 15, 2011
- FYI: UN Operational Rates of Exchange; Update?
- Reveals deal with the Kurds, al-Maliki to pass a federal budget for the current year
- World Bank: Plan to restructure the Iraqi banks
- White House Press Release: Biden’s Call to Iraqi Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki
- Maliki, Allawi met under the umbrella of America and the presence of its ambassador in Baghdad
- Iraq’s Prime Minister Maliki to visit Kuwait Wednesday, official
February 14, 2011
- Rep. Ashwaq dry site Fayhaa TV: all the differences over the 2011 budget have been resolved and approved soon
- Issawi and Deputy U.S. Treasury Secretary discuss the reform of the financial system of Iraq
- US-Iraq Joint Economic and Energy Committee; Discuss DFI, WTO, and Iraq trade
- Maliki to Kuwait on Wednesday to discuss several pending files; UNSC Chapter VII
February 13, 2011
- The Prime Minister asked the House of Representatives quickly approved the budget
- House of Representatives vote on the eight ministers and completed the second reading of budget
- RV-O-Meter remains at 99%; As Iraq makes official progress the RV-O-Meter will improve
- Poll Results: How long have you been invested in the Iraqi Dinar?
- Source: Maliki to Kuwait this Wednesday
- Iraq confirms the quest to join the World Trade Organization and the protection of funds
February 12, 2011
- RV-O-Meter remains at 99%; As Iraq makes official progress the RV-O-Meter will improve
- Currency Newshound Commentary: Wells Fargo International Weekly: Iraqi Dinar as a currency investment
- US State Department (Clinton?) will visit Iraq this week
- Thousands of Iraqis are preparing to withdraw their money from banks
- IMF: Reforming the International Monetary System; Web Presentation
- House of Representatives is determined to approve the budget next Tuesday
February 11, 2011
- House of Representatives is determined to approve the budget next Tuesday
- Currency Newshound Commentary: Wells Fargo International Weekly: Iraqi Dinar as a currency investment
- Vietnam devalues dong
- CNN: IMF calls for dollar alternative
- The Motely Fool: Protect Yourself From the Dollar’s Decline; Invest in Foreign Currency
- Meeting between Maliki, Allawi, soon … And refers to attempts to evade initiative Barzani
February 10, 2011
- Currency Newshound Commentary: Wells Fargo International Weekly: Iraqi Dinar as a currency investment
- Governor of CBI: Basis of economy, the Bank is to fight inflation, which happened because the GOI
- Deputy for Iraq: oil and gas law will be adopted after ratification of the strategic policies
- Mulla: The Strategic Council resolve the issue with al-Maliki and we are waiting for the vote
- CNN: IMF calls for dollar alternative
- The Iraqi List: Final agreement on the Policy Council and the Parliament debated Saturday
- Vietnam devalues dong
February 9, 2011
- Currency Newshound Commentary: Wells Fargo International Weekly: Iraqi Dinar as a currency investment
- Shabibi: Central bank will follow the government’s budget allocations in order to adjust the exchange rate
- Shabibi: Linking the central bank would make the government keep the dinar exchange rate
- New tariff on imported goods angers Iraqi’s
- Arab League: Arab Summit will be March 29-30; Denies postpone rumors
- Required to develop the banking and the adoption of modern financial policy
February 8, 2011
- Shabibi: Central bank will follow the government’s budget allocations in order to adjust the exchnage rate
- Shabibi: Linking the central bank would make the government keep the dinar exchange rate
- Parliament will resume budget debate on Sunday
- Parliament adjourns session after completing second budget reading; Reconvene Sunday
February 7, 2011
- Dabbagh: Government approves 2011 budget
- Parliament approves first reading of modified budget Sunday, Second reading next Sunday
- CBI: fiscal policy will control monetary policy has been activated in case the Federal Court decision
- Finance committee explains parliament’s proposed delay for the budget reading
- 2011 budget: Iraqi Parliament further postpones second reading
- Iraq: Large movements of oil in the south will improve economy; Oil and gas law launched this session
February 6, 2011
- Dabbagh: Government approves 2011 budget
- World Bank discuss the transition from centralized economy to a market economy
- 15,000 dinars per month for every citizen as compensation for the lack of ration card
- The Iraqi government recognizes the current year budget after an increase of three billion dollars
- Minister of Finance reveals details of new amendments to the budget
February 5, 2011
- Iraq: UN Development Assistance Framework 2011-2014
- International Monetary Fund calls for Iraq to reform the tax; IMF ASKS IRAQ TO PROMOTE THE VALUE OF THE DINAR
- Iraq: Economists warn of the consequences of turning Iraq into an arena for money laundering
- Iraqi lawmaker calls on GOI to distribute 25% of oil revenues to citizens
- A meeting between Maliki and the political blocs today to resolve the crisis security ministries
- CBI warns of negative effects from delay in approving the budget in 2011
February 4, 2011
- National Alliance: Maliki still studying ministry candidates for National Security, Defense, and Interior
- Budget will return to parliament Sunday in hopes of mid February adoption
- Finance Committee reveals a project proposal within the dinar, the national budget 2011
- Iraq will double tariffs next month
- Gulf News: Egyptian currency takes a pounding
- Khalidi: Tomorrow the first reading of the Federal Court Act
February 3, 2011
- Budget will return to parliament Sunday in hopes of mid February adoption
- Finance Committee reveals a project proposal within the dinar, the national budget 2011
- KUNA: Iraqi PM completes cabinet lineup
- Maliki, Nujaifi agree to form committee to activate Barzani agreement
- Parliament adjourns session until Saturday
- Maliki to submit names for six ministries managed by proxy; Security ministers resolved in coming days
February 2, 2011
- Budget returns to council to amend Thurs; Returns to Parliament 2 days later for reading, vote
- Iraq prepares for DFI exit strategy: Will transfer funds prior to May 1st
- UN Operational Rates of Exchange Effective February 1; Next scheduled change Feb 15
- Parliament on the likelihood of public interest and speed up to pass the budget
- Yahoo/AFP: Iraq readies to protect overseas funds
- High-level Gulf official visit to Iraq on Thursday
February 1, 2011
- UN Operational Rates of Exchange Effective February 1; Next scheduled change Feb 15
- Warning of exposure to the risk of Iraqi funds under the umbrella of the World Bank
- Hashemi and Melkert discuss bringing Iraq out of Chapter 7 in full
- Legislator expects endorsing Financial Budget of 2011 in February
- Finance comittee and Finance Minister discuss budget; 15 days allowed to review budget
- Maliki pledges CBI independence while under ministers authority
- UN Representative in Iraq Melkert visits Kuwait PM
January 31, 2011
- Maliki calls for the Federal Court not to undo the decisions linked to independent bodies
- Shahristani: Iraq will be 4 million barrels of oil a day end of the year
- Iraqi parliament hosts the heads of independent bodies; Will discuss Federal Court decision
- Maliki told the heads of independent bodies: your organization will remain protected
- Iraq’s parliament will reconvene Monday to discuss the Federal Court decision and the draft budget
- Shirwan Waili: Options to cover budget; Tendency to borrow from CBI or IMF, Reduce expenditures
January 30, 2011
- Central Bank warns the real dangers awaiting the Iraqi money internationally
- Iraqi lawmaker: House of Representatives calls on the budget tomorrow
- Deputy: House begins the second reading of the current year’s federal budget
- Miami Herald: Big reason for hope in Iraq: Oil, and lots of it
- The start of the parliamentary session under the chairmanship of the twenty-sixth
- Shirwan Waili: Options to cover budget; Tendency to borrow from CBI or IMF, Reduce expenditures
January 29, 2011
- Iraq’s parliament will reconvene Monday to discuss the Federal Court decision and the draft budget
- Vietnamese cash in on cross-border exchange
- Maliki to Kuwait to end the pending files
- Finance Committee: file federal budget on Sunday
- Iraqi trade: WTO “satisfied” with Iraqi trade legislation
- Central Bank calls on the Government to take advantage of deposits banks instead of borrowing from CBI
January 28, 2011
January 27, 2011
- Saturday or Sunday, closed-door meeting between al-Maliki, Allawi
- Basra Investment: There are fake investments and aims to bring out the currency of the country
- UN reparations panel for invasion of Kuwait pays out $680 million
- Council of Ministers approved amendments to the budget
- Bank official: fear of an Iraqi money under the threat of creditors
- Advisor to the Central Bank confirms that the House of Representatives is the best placed to assess
January 26, 2011
- Vietnam: Experts warn dollar interest rate war could spell danger for exchange rate
- RV-O-Meter to remain at 99% as Iraq’s parliament reconvenes Jan 30
- Iraqi Central Bank raises bonds worth 400 billion dinars per month
- Kurdish lawmaker doesn’t believe budget will be adopted next week, possibly the following week
- Bloomberg: Iraq central bank chief warns on Cabinet oversight
January 25, 2011
- Finance Committee: File federal budget on Sunday
- RV-O-Meter to remain at 99% as Iraq’s parliament reconvenes Jan 30
- President Nujaifi and Shabibi discuss the importance of CBI’s independence
- Iraq List: Maliki may accept the captain and minister of defense
- AFP: Iraq court ruling of independent bodies sparks row
January 24, 2011
- Iraqi lawmaker: Adoption of the 2011 budget law next week
- Economists: Iraq has failed to file anti-money laundering
- UN discuses Iraq federal court decision on Iraqi independent boards; including CBI
- Reuters: Iraq central bank slams ruling placing it under cabinet
- Bank assets abroad will be subject to confiscation by creditors
January 23, 2011
- Iraqi lawmaker: Adoption of the 2011 budget law next week
- Central Bank’s independence compromised by Federal Court ruling says official
- Reuters: Critics alarmed as Iraq’s Maliki centralizes power
- Maliki wants to resolve the remaining ministries at once
- Expert warns of economic prejudice to the independence of Central Bank
January 22, 2011
- Iraq calls on the GOI to take urgent decisions to ensure an effective presence for the Arab Summit
- Key Players to meet in Erbil on Thursday to discuss Budget
- NP Telegraph: He guarded treasure in Iraq
- Leaders will meet to resolve Ministry of National Security: Biden may intervene according to Iraqi List
- Oil and gas law will be discussed after the recess
- Kurdish lawmaker criticized the Iraqi parliament for the adoption of three holidays in two months
January 21, 2011
- Iraq: Unified national card
- Inquiries for delaying naming Iraq’s major ministers
- Maliki, Allawi meet again to resolve the crisis .. Policy Council and the Security Bags
- Deputy for Kurdistan: our coalition made his remarks to the Finance Committee on the Federal Budget
- Iraqi finance minister due in Erbil for budget talks
January 20, 2011
- Fox New: Obama Uses Tough Language On Chinese Currency
- Central bank concludes its 146 million dollars
- FOX NEWS: Oil falls on supplies and concerns about China
- The remaining ministries in the government formation will be resolved soon
- Registration begins on Cars
- Economic Summit: Arab leaders agree to unify Arab State customs laws and activate WBI
January 19, 2011
- Central Bank Consultant: The size of banks in the Iraqi market to exceed 10%
- Parliament: Security ministries will be resolved prior to the Arab Summit
- U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton make a call with the Minister of Foreign Affairs
- Iraqi reveal the names of the presidencies of committees, which became the share of the list?
- Parliament split on the basket to assign ministries and approval of the federal budget / report
January 18, 2011
- Parliament split on the basket to assign ministries and approval of the federal budget / report
- Parliament: Security ministries will be resolved prior to the Arab Summit
- Iraq House of Representatives closes todays session; Reconvene Jan 30th
- Iraq Parliament: Yesterday’s 24th session discusses 2nd budget reading
- CBI submits to parliament a new law combating money laundering
January 17, 2011
- Parliament reads first modified draft; Second reading in two days
- Next week public holiday; Jan 26 A visit of forty
- Ministry of Defense has banned the import of color copiers to prevent counterfeiting of currency
- Fox News Video: Hannity asks Why isn’t Iraq paying the U.S. back; Pay For Their Liberation?
January 16, 2011
- Parliament reads first modified draft; Second reading in two days
- Fox News Video: Hannity asks Why isn’t Iraq paying the U.S. back; Pay For Their Liberation?
- Iraq: 2011 Amended Budget
- Secretary General of the Council of Ministers held a meeting to activate the ration card
- CBI: Iraq’s financial management system is backward in comparison with those of foreign
- House of Representatives ends of the first reading of the budget bill amid opposition Kurdish
January 15, 2011
- CBI Press Release: Addressing CBI, GOI rumor among the media
- Iraq Central Bureau of Statistics criticizes CBI for publishing figures
- Skinner: Maliki and aromatic agreed to lift the visa and activating GCC strategic
- Nujaifi: Iraq is moving towards stability and looks forward to a new height
- Read the draft policy the Supreme Council of the end of this week
- Iraq: Agreement on the remaining ministries this week
January 14, 2011
- CBI Press Release: Addressing CBI, GOI rumor among the media
- RV-O-Meter remains unchanged at 99% as of January 14, 2011
- First Deputy Speaker of Parliament meets World Bank delegation
- CBI: America spent $50 billion on the reconstruction of Iraq
- Foreign Minister: Iraq on the way to emerge from Chapter VII
January 13, 2011
- Is Maliki’s new government a true ‘national partnership’ or a magical arrangement to avoid conflict? Maliki speaks of a big increase in the dinar
- The start of 22nd parliament session; 2011 budget first reading, Chapter VII/Kuwait discussion
- Baghdad and Washington agree on the activation of the Strategic Framework Agreement
- Minister of Finance: The three governing bodies have contravened the law of the financial budget
- Many reasons behind the delay in adoption of the budget public
- Biden: U.S. will seek to resolve the issue of Kuwaiti reparations
January 12, 2011
- Biden in Baghdad Thursday on an unannounced visit to discuss the political process in the country
- Economist: Low inflation, will improve the value of the Iraqi dinar
- Zebari: Thursday, Parliament will discuss final exit from Chapter VII
- Reuters reports VP Biden lands in Iraq
- Iraqi parliament hosts Iraqi Foreign Minister tomorrow; Discuss outstanding Chapter VII issues
January 11, 2011
- House of Representatives postponed the first reading of the draft budget until next Thursday
- Economist Opinion: Experts: Recovery coming…But Iraq is not ready for integration into the global economy
- Baghdad raises the percentage of part investment in the budget in 2011
- Deputy for the National Alliance: The Government amended the budget is at the disposal of Parliament
- Flashback: After the war; No Electricity but Kuwait Reopens Its Banks
- Iraq and Kuwait nearing a close the outstanding issues
January 10, 2011
- Flashback: After the war; No Electricity but Kuwait Reopens Its Banks
- Central Bank of Iraq announced the introduction of electronic clearing
- The central bank describes the budget in 2011 as largest in the history of Iraq
- Board of Executive Directors at the IMF advised to raise the prices of exchange and the increase in foreign reserves
January 9, 2011
- Board of Executive Directors at the IMF advised to raise the prices of exchange and the increase in foreign reserves
- Maliki expected to assign remaining ministries next week; National Security Minister to be assigned later
- The General Budget is not adopted scientific fact, and must be reconsidered
- Ministry of Finance: 90% of private banks operating within the guidelines of cash
- Parliament adjourns after vote on three deputies; Will reconvene Tuesday to vote on committees
January 8, 2011
- Central Bank denies the alleged issuance of currency plans to raise zeros from denominations that exist
- The Iraqi dinar and delete three zeros; Beginning of 2011
- Parliament tomorrow will discuss three important issues; Committees, Budget, and Cabinet
- Clinton begins Gulf tour, demanding the support of Iraq
- CBI Adviser, Saleh: Iraq is before a historic opportunity for economic growth
January 7, 2011
- The Iraqi dinar and delete three zeros; Beginning of 2011
- Trending: New Lower Denoms? New or Old?
- Finance: Delete the zeros of the local currency enhances the value of the Iraqi dinar the IMF
- Maliki announced the completion of the National Council for the strategic policy
- Iraq Ministry of Finance: Adoption of law will end customs border problems by 80%
- CBI Adviser, Saleh: Iraq is before a historic opportunity for economic growth
January 6, 2011
- Finance: Delete the zeros of the local currency enhances the value of the Iraqi dinar the IMF
- Restructuring of the Iraqi currency without issuance of new categories
- Chapter VII…There are still things remaining
- Iraq signs huge $13 billion deal to buy U.S. weapons; Includes aircraft, tanks and warships
- UNSC seeks to create a security structure in Iraq
January 5, 2011
- Finance: Delete the zeros of the local currency enhances the value of the Iraqi dinar the IMF
- Restructuring of the Iraqi currency without issuance of new categories
- Zebari is headed by a technical committee for the protection of Iraqi funds abroad
- The central bank denies issuing currency class 100 thousand dinars
- The Web’s Only RV-O-Meter
January 4, 2011
- IMF: SDR Currency List Update Jan. 3, 2011
- CBI Consultant Q and A: Our face inflation and monetary policy-making after the exit of Ch VII
- Currency Newshound’s RV-O-Meter to remain unchanged at 99% as of January 4, 2011
- Iraqi court to hear issues of foreign investors
- Iraq Deputies: Adoption of law distributing wealth to Iraqis will be a priority for the House of Representatives
- Iraqi ambassador in Kuwait confirms that his country is seeking to terminate the outstanding issues
January 3, 2011
- IMF: SDR Currency List Update Jan. 3, 2011
- Coins and paper in small groups facing the risk of “extinction” in Iraq
- Central Bank opened its first 125 million dollars
- Wall Street Journal: The Land of Three Currencies
- The Iraq Constitution: Issuance of Currency, Monetary Policy
- Calls for the adoption of smart card in the context of transition towards a market economy
January 2, 2011
- The Iraq Constitution: Issuance of Currency, Monetary Policy
- BSA calls for the Pentagon determining the fate of Iraqi money that you received after the U.S. invasion
- Calls for the adoption of smart card in the context of transition towards a market economy
- GCC urged to revise currency exchange rates
January 1, 2011
- The Iraq Constitution: Issuance of Currency, Monetary Policy
- GCC urged to revise currency exchange rates
- IMF Determines New Currency Amounts for SDR Valuation Basket
- Thursday evening, fire breaks at Ministry of Oil; Source says some contracts and file are damaged
- CBI: Annual inflation eased in Iraq, after controlling the levels of liquidity and reduce inflationary expectations
December 31, 2010
December 30, 2010
- IMF Determines New Currency Amounts for SDR Valuation Basket
- UN Operational Rates of Exchange: No Change for Iraq
- al-Hamdani: Iraq to join the Federation of GCC Chambers of Commerce
- Passports in Iraq will resume next week
- Vietnam to Ease Exchange-Rate Rules to Help Fight Inflation; Dong devaluation possible
December 29, 2010
December 28, 2010
- For those who are worried, tired, confused and frustrated…
- Budget will be amended to read in the tenth of next month
- IMF Reminder: SDR Currency Basket set to change; Rates issued Dec 30, Effective Jan 1
- CBI Issues Policy Change – Submitted PDF Doc
- CBI: The seven foreign banks are subject to the Iraqi banking system
December 27, 2010
- IMF Reminder: SDR Currency Basket set to change; Rates issued Dec 30, Effective Jan 1
- For those who are worried, tired, confused and frustrated…
- Deputy for Iraq: Draft budget will be returned to the Council of Ministers
- CBI: 30 trillion dinars surplus budgets frozen by banks, government financial
- Parliament cancels reading the budget because of the new amendments
- General Manager: Banks have stopped the giving of loans, not cancelled
December 26, 2010
December 25, 2010
- AKNews: Council Postponed the Reading of the Budget to a Hearing Tomorrow
- Vietnam: IMF talks exchange rate and interest rate issues
- Parliament voted for the 1st time electronically and Reading of the Budget to be read tomorrow
- Parliament approves al-Maliki’s Cabinet
- Currency Newshound invites you to take part in the web’s only RV Day Soundoff
December 24, 2010
December 23, 2010
December 22, 2010
- The Governor of CBI: Shabibi Says Raise the Value of the Dinar
- Interim Finance Committee in the House of Representatives will host the central bank governor
- CBI Consultant: The smart card provided the expenses of the issue of currency
- Economists: The 100 thousand dinar note will not benefit the Iraqi economy
- CBI calls for activating the anti-money laundering operations
December 21, 2010
December 20, 2010
December 19, 2010
- Economist Opinion: Iraqi dinar and delete three zeros
- Central Bank: Iraq’s economy is fully liberated from the economic sanctions
- Currency Newshound Poll Flashback: What will it take to RV
- Washington Post: Maliki to announce a partial Iraqi cabinet this week
- Kurdistan Alliance Will Not Stand in the Way of Forming the Government
December 18, 2010
December 17, 2010
December 16, 2010
- RV-O-Meter increases as UNSC sanctions are lifted
- CBI: Iraq emerged from the effects of the seventh item on the economic situation
- Currency Newshound invites you to take part in the web’s only RV Day Soundoff
- Iraq’s Isolation Draws To an End With Less of a Bang Than a Whimper; Kuwait wanting payment advance?
- Govt Iraq reaches semi-final agreement on cabinet
December 15, 2010
- White House press release: UNSC High Level Meeting on Iraq
- Bloomberg: Iraq’s Economy Boosted by Lifting of UN Trade Restrictions
- CNN: U.N. Security Council ends major sanctions on Iraq
- Source: al-Maliki Will Announce the Line-Up next Tuesday
- Currency Newshound invites you to take part in the web’s only RV Day Soundoff
December 14, 2010
December 13, 2010
- UPI: Iraqi ministerial posts handed out; Allawi set for Chairman
- CBI: Investment companies anxious to work in Iraq because of international sanctions
- Turkish FM to attend UN Security Council meeting on Iraq
- Final agreement between the blocs in the Iraqi parliament to the number of ministries each, including sovereign
- UNSC Agenda and Webcast Dec 15, 17
December 12, 2010
December 11, 2010
December 10, 2010
December 9, 2010
December 8, 2010
December 7, 2010
December 6, 2010
December 5, 2010
- CBI adviser: Dinar will rise against the dollar in the coming period
- RV-O-Meter increases to highest level to date at 97%
- Iraq will be meeting today to choose candidates for ministerial positions Maliki said announcement of the new GOI within the next week
- Melkert from Cairo Sunday Night: We emphasize the need to remove Iraq from Chapter VII
December 4, 2010
December 3, 2010
December 2, 2010
- Iraq/CBI Letter of Intent and Technical Memorandum to IMF 9/18/10
- U.S. Deputy Ambassador: Iraq will emerge from Chapter VII at the end of the year
- UNSC to hold high-level meeting in Iraq; Biden will preside
- Shabibi: This year’s budget focused on increasing investments; Raising dinar is a method to combat inflation
December 1, 2010
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