7-19-2014 Intel/Newshound Guru Poppy3 THIS INFORMATION CAME STRAIGHT FROM INNER CIRCLE IN BAGDAD NEAR WHERE MANY OF THE MEETING SINCE LAST SUNDAY HAS TAKEN PLACE. AT THIS TIME IT IS ONLY A LEAK TO THE STREET BUT WITH THE TIMING OF IT AFTER A LARGE FINANCIAL MEETING IT SOUNDS VERY PROBABLE TURKI IS THE MAN THEY HAVE ALL AGREED ON. ALSO IN THINKING ABOUT HOW THIS IS HAPPENING I SUSPECT THEY ARE PRETTY SOLID ON KNOWING WHOM THE NEW PM IS GOING TO BE. I WAS TOLD A COUPLE WEEKS AGO IT YOU REMEMBER THAT THEY ASSURED THE PEOPLE OF IRAQ THAT THE NEW PM WILL BE SOMEONE THAT WILL BE INCLUSIVE OF ALL IRAQ. THE CLOSER WE GET TO HIM BEING NAMED OFFICIALLY TELLS ME TURKI WILL KNOW AHEAD OF TIME AND THAT MAKES THE POSSIBILITIES FOR HIM TO ACT FASTER . TIME WILL TELL VERY SOON. [post 3 of 3]
7-19-2014 Intel/Newshound Guru Poppy3 I WAS TOLD A FEW MINUTES AGO THAT THERE SEEMS TO BE AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN PARTIES THAT REGARDLESS OF WHO THE NEW PRIME MINISTER WILL BE THEY HAVE AGREED TO ASK TURKI TO REMAIN AS THE GOVERNOR OF THE CBI. IF THIS IS TRUE AND I FEEL SURE IT IS THEN IMMEDIATELY AFTER THE PM IS SEATED THE RV IS POSSIBLE AT ANY MOMENT FORWARD. THIS IS GREAT NEWS BECAUSE THAT ELIMINATES US HAVING TO WAIT TO SEE WHO THE NEW PM WOULD APPOINT TO THAT POSITION. I DON'T KNOW ABOUT YOU GUYS BUT MY EXCITEMENT HAS RISEN TO A MUCH HIGHER LEVEL TODAY. [post 2 of 3...stay tuned]
7-19-2014 Intel/Newshound Guru Poppy3 GETTING GREAT INFORMATION BUT THE FACT REMAINS THAT THE TRIGGER ON THE RV WE ARE STILL WAITING ON. THAT BEING SAID ALL...THE NEWS BOTH POLITICAL AND FINANCIAL SOUNDS VERY PROMISING. ONE THING THAT I AM SURE THE CBI AND ALL FINANCIAL BODIES ARE WAITING ON IS THE FINAL ANNOUNCEMENT AND COMPLETED VOTING AND BEING SEATED OF ALL THE PRESIDENTS AND DEPUTIES AND ESPECIALLY THE NEW PRIME MINISTER. [post 1 of 3....stay tuned]
7-19-2014 Newshound Guru wmawhite ...reported earlier..."BREAKING: President Jalal Talabani's plane has just landed in Sulaimaniya International Airport. #Kurdistan #Iraq" Talabani is the most outstanding leader from that region in many, many years. Just his presence will bring a calming affect to all involved.
7-19-2014 Intel Guru TD I was able to learn that Maliki seems to have finally come to grips with the fact that he must go. At this stage he is still hoping for his party to rule and whether he can call plays from the sidelines. My Kurdish friend indicates the Kurds are at least "listening" to participate in a new Iraq. They are not abandoning their dreams of independence and so if the deal is not both "Soon enough" and "The right deal", then all bets are off. Lots of political tug of war still to be seen in the months ahead. [post 2 of 2]
7-19-2014 Intel Guru TD Dinarland is always jumping the gun when it comes to currency reform. While the goal of graduating to international markets from a program rate is on everyone's radar, the means to get there took several steps back with recent turmoil. Just the fact that the factions are "talking" is a huge victory as they "try" to regroup and save an "identity" known as Iraq. Make no mistake though that we are NOT out of the woods just yet and WHETHER they can build an inclusive, functioning and stable government is what the entire world is waiting to see. Introduction of currency reform is a mute point until this happens. [post 1 of 2....stay tuned]
7-19-2014 Newshound Guru wmawhite [has M offically stepped down?] he will just simply not be nominated and then will been officially replace when the vote in parliament takes place. [is M still officially the Prime Minister til the new one gets elected?] IMO, yes
7-19-2014 Intel Guru Frank26 May I suggest to take a serious look and study of The CBI on The 20th.
7-19-2014 Intel/Newshound Guru Poppy3 TURKI STATED A COUPLE MONTHS AGO THAT RAMADON WOULD NOT EFFECT OR STOP FINANCIAL REFORM. WE ARE AT THE END FOR SURE. IT MAY TAKE LONGER AT THIS POINT THAN WE THINK BUT AT THE WORST WE ARE WITHIN A NATS NOSE OF THE BLESSING FLOWING OUR WAY.
7-17-2014 Intel Guru SteveI In Topic: "Mass Hakim talking about an opportunity to approve the 2014 budget" Budget, Budget, Budget. I really like the fact of the urgency and how they are responding to it. Many great things are happening behind the scenes. Go Iraq!!
7-17-2014 Newshound Guru Tlar Article: "Newspaper close to Iran, al-Maliki confirms intention to resign" The heat is all out on him with the Iraqi political system calling for his resignation. Iran is calling for his resignation along with every country around Iraq, plus Europe and the US and Australia. When you throw in al-Sistanis warning to come out totally against him if he doesn't resign in now 5 days, he is in deep trouble. Maliki has become toxic...It is my belief he will resign and then run or he will just run. He can't stay in Iraq or he will face some very serious charges.
7-17-2014 Intel Guru EXOGEN The European Parliament just passed a national referendum against Maliki And former Iranian President Rafsanjani who is now the richest man in Iran and has more clout than their President just told Maliki he has talked to O [Obama] and they both agreed he needs to accept the deal they have for him. Maliki will be officially taking "the deal" early next week....and the POR named on or before Wednesday and the PM shortly thereafter within a PTB timeline to have all done by end of month.
7-17-2014 Intel Guru SteveI There is no doubt in my mind that there will be some (few) adjustments for the 2014-2015 federal budget. But for them to drag this out, no, that will not happen. Our sources have told us this is first on the list. Budget and HCL will be passed together. Then you know the rest of the story.
7-17-2014 Intel Guru WILDDUCK I THINK WE HAVE A WINDOW LEFT OPEN AND FOR ALL OUR SAKES I HOPE THAT THEY GETTER DONE SOON. [when do you feel "this window" will close? IYO.] SOON… THERE REALLY IS A LOT OF HEAT ON, THE PROBLEM WITH MOST IS THEY DO NOT REALIZE THAT IRAQ NEWS IS 3-4 DAYS OLD BY THE TIME IT GETS HERE, THAT IS WHY THE INTEL I RECEIVE IS HOT, FRESH...THIS RIDE IS SO OVER ...BEST START PLANNING A NEW LIFE THIS VENUE IS ABOUT TO CLOSE.
7-17-2014 Newshound Guru Tlar The new POP, Jubouri, seems very serious about his job. He wants to go out of the shoot getting the 150 laws, which includes Article 140, the oil and gas law and many laws pertaining to assisting the economy grow that Maliki and his government have held up for 8 years finished as quickly as possible. With a government that is non sectarian he can accomplish it. The budget will be the first thing he tackles and should go up for vote immediately following the POR being elected. The POR has to be in office to sign the budget. The budget will set many things in motion. The CBI is ripe for monetary change and we know Turki is itching to get it going. As long as this government is finished this month as I believe they have to, it is my belief we will finally see that long sought after change in the exchange rate. I stand by the over $3.25 to $3.65 rate.
7-17-2014 Newshound/Intel Guru BGG [are you more excited than you;ve been in past with this news?] Very much so. [do you see an rv in our very near future?] if this GOI is seated as quickly as I think - maybe - just maybe...
7-17-2014 Newshound Guru wmawhite The Washington Post: Maliki will announce his resignation and will support an independent candidate to succeed him! Date: Wed, 16/07/2014 According to the Washington Post, quoting media sources, especially by Iraqi Prime Minister Nuri al-Maliki will announce his resignation within days, indicating he would support an independent candidate to succeed him...
7-17-2014 Newshound Guru Tlar well in true Iraqi style they have managed to push the next parliament into next week. The POP (President of Parliament) and his deputies are voted on and in place. The reason for the delay is not real clear but I believe it is to give more time for the POR (President of the Republic) to be firmed up. It is my belief that this is a dodge. The SOL has been waffling the last couple of days as to whether they will nominate Maliki or not, so it was decided to give it one more week...there is in place a battle plan to finish this next week meaning voting on the Presidents and the PM position. The next parliamentary session is scheduled at present for Wednesday but it might come earlier (the POP can call them in earlier) if they can solve the PM position with the SOL. Barring that not happening, the coalition is prepared to finish this with a no vote on Maliki.
7-17-2014 Intel/Newshound Guru Poppy3 I expect the RV possibility to begin the day the PRIME MINISTER IS SEATED. My state dept contact told me months ago before they held their elections that the cbi, imf and world bank representatives agreed to hold the RV till they know whom they will be dealing with post rv . Remember if there is a new PM THERE COULD ALSO BE A NEW GOVERNOR OF THE cbi BECAUSE THAT IS A APPOINTED POSITION BY THE PM. [post 2 of 2]
7-17-2014 Intel/Newshound Guru Poppy3 HERE is my opinion of where we are and a time table possibility on my best guess which is the best anyone can do at this point. I have been told today that the three presidents have now been agreed on. THEY WILL BE VOTED INTO POSITION ON THE 23RD then there will be a follow up meeting on the 28th that they are hoping to announce a agreement and vote of the new prime minister and opening of their 2014 budget. Meetings have not slowed or stopped since the first meeting last Sunday. [post 1 of 2....stay tuned]
7-17-2014 Intel Guru DC The important part is that things are much more along than portrayed in most news areas. Security in Iraq is better...CBI is ready to rock; most of the ministers are slated for their positions. Banks have been given notice to get their act together in Iraq. In the USA, the UN is prepped and ready to go. They are content and ‘happy’ with the progress Iraq has made yesterday and today. The administration and affiliates have said “Okay, we give our blessings on this”. The banks are ready or getting ready...I have heard from many different people that everyone is to be ready, and the game is serious. It is my strong contention that the PM [Prime Minister] and the RV will happen at the same time. Bottom line, folks, is that things look exceptionally good.
7-17-20141 Intel Guru TNT Tony This thing is almost over. I can’t tell you the moment, but it’s almost over. We’ve been close so many times, maybe not as close as now, but until the actual announcement is made, anything can happen. Everything we are hearing is good, things are falling into place, people are happy, so we just need to see if we can pull that trigger before anything changes. I do think we are in a good week.
7-17-2014 Newshound Guru Millionday TURKI STATED THAT HE WAS NOT WAITING FOR THE BUDGET AND WOULD FUND THE PRIVATE BANKS WITH INTERNATIONAL INVESTMENT FUNDS TO ACTIVATE THE BANKING REFORM --- MODERN BANKING... [So cbi is sayin they're waiting on government but not the budget?] I HAVE NOT SEEN THE ANNOUNCEMENT THAT THEY ARE WAITING ON THE GOV FOR ANYTHING. CBI COULD RELEASE THE VALUE AND SET THE INTERNATIONAL RATES TO THE CURRENCY ON THE GLOBE AT ANY TIME...CBI IS INDEPENDENT.
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7-16-2014 Intel Guru Bluwolf Well my belief is that we are just a phone call away from entering the bank. I know for a fact that Iraqí government is now officially sorted out and shall all be seated within hours...CL gave you the time frame and the deadline is 7-20 for the GCR. I will agree on that your rv should be casted off within hours, new PM new International Release.
7-16-2014 Newshound/Intel Guru Doc This article pretty well sums up what our ME contacts told us…"Sunni cleric Abdul Malik Al-Saadi, who praised the "mujahdeen" (holy warriors) leading the revolt, said tribes were the backbone of a broad based insurgency battling against Iraqi Shi'ite Islamist Prime Minister Nuri Maliki's rule…." We categorically disagree with those that are reporting the situation is not that bad. The issue continues to be Maliki has not and most likely will never form an inclusive government. The situation was bad enough that it has led to civil war. For currency reform to even be considered an inclusive, stable government must be formed and functioning. While we believe this can happen it is most likely months away. We are hopeful that 2015 brings a stable Iraq. We report, you decide.
7-16-2014 Newshound/Intel Guru Adam Montana 1, the end of Ramadan (July 28), and 2, the seating of the Government and of course figuring out who will be PM… and all of this is likely to be complete this month! The Kurds are continuing to sell oil and Baghdad isn’t getting any of the proceeds. This is going to continue to put pressure on political leaders to get it together. Obviously this is good for us. Work on the major pipelines continues, which will put more pressure on the HCL… again, good for us…Iraq is doing just fine and I’m looking forward to seeing what they have to offer us in August. [Post 2 of 2]
7-16-14 Newshound Guru Stryker Today started the search for Iraq's New President which ends Sunday the 20th at midnight and Maliki looks to resign anytime now...
7-16-2014 Newshound/Intel Guru Adam Montana Over the last few weeks we’ve been bombarded with doom and gloom about ISIS attacking and much more…The truth of the matter is simple… Iraq is not falling apart, and in fact they are weathering this current storm admirably. The dinar is stable in spite of the situation with ISIS, holding strong at 1200 per 1USD. This is good…we are looking towards two things: [Post 1 of 2 Stay tuned for the rest of the story]
7-16-2014 Newshound Guru tlm724 Article: "Jubouri: there is a package waiting for approval laws" Quote "there is a package waiting for the laws of the new deputies for approval" you never would have heard those words from Najafi! Najafi didn't care...great news.
7-16-2014 Newshound Guru tlm724 I think that Gov Turki is getting more and more secure in his aspirations for the [removal of the three zeros] project. I will say again, the security he and Dr. Shabibi meant IMO was the secure banking electronic system...everyone should be excited because the new GOI has the chance to breathe life back into Iraq and into your investment! It's a New Iraq!
7-16-2014 Intel Guru TerryK THIS WAS SYNCED TO HAPPEN AT 2...THEN PUSHED TO 6 AM. NOW THEY ARE TO OPEN THE BUDGET AND SIT TWO POSITIONS TODAY AND WE ARE TO SEE THIS LATER HOPING LATER TONIGHT. VERY QUIET, THATS THE DESIGN AT THE VERY END.
7-16-2014 Newshound Guru Shredd imo, as soon as govt is seated, the CBI will engage the removal of the three zeros project as Turki stated and that will bring a rate set.
7-16-2014 Newshound Guru Tlar Comment - the President of parliament and both his deputies have been voted in. Tomorrow [Wednesday] they work on the President of Iraq and his Vp's. That should take no more than a couple of days to get done. Then move onto the PM position. Maliki seems to have a problem. He was asked to leave parliament because he was not sworn in. He can't be sworn in while he is the acting PM of the previous government. He has to resign first before he can be sworn in. If he resigns he knows he could be arrested. Catch 22. Once the PM position is up for grabs, he will not be eligible if he doesn't resign and get sworn in. Gees, what's a dictator to do. Has he been alphonsed by the system. If he resigns he looses his immunity. All the new speaker would have to do is postpone the meeting one day not allowing for him to be sworn in and he would be exposed without immunity. This thought was brought to you by a friend named Revbo. I think it is dead on.
7-16-2014 Newshound/Intel Guru BGG The big news is Jubouri was elected as Speaker of the House, and 2 or 3 deputies. Maliki was asked to leave Parliament because he had no business there & was escorted out. When Parliament was sworn in, I think it was the beginning of the end for Maliki. IMO, as soon as this government is seated and settled, one of the first conversations will be financial reform, economic reform and currency reform. Currency reform is not going away. It is a very very public topic. So, once all the roadblocks are out of the way you will see something done about that in very short order. I think in the next few days there will be some resolution to this whole government situation. This is magnificent news for our investment and for Iraq. Good things coming in the next few days.