Al-Sudani: Our government has begun signing a bilateral strategic partnership with European Union countries
Prime Minister Muhammad Shiaa Al-Sudani in a press conference:
▫️ We took up to 40 decisions during four Cabinet sessions regarding various service projects that have been lagging for years
▫️ In light of these decisions, most of the reasons due to which the projects were stopped have been resolved
▫️ A priority for services is to complete the lagging projects
▫️ Approval of a system Electronic payment is one of the most important reform steps of this government
. ▫️ Our visit to the Netherlands comes within the framework of the transformation of Iraq’s relations from the international coalition relationship to bilateral relations.
▫️ The European Union is one of the important destinations for Iraq in establishing relations.
▫️ Our government has begun signing a bilateral strategic partnership with the European Union countries
. ▫️ We agreed. With Italy to solve a problem that was hindering any economic cooperation between the two countries, which is a problem from the year 1985 and which relates to one of the previous decades
▫️The European Union countries have many qualifications in the economic aspect
▫️We sensed in the Netherlands a serious desire to expand bilateral relations
▫️We focused at the Munich conference on the transition file In relation to the international coalition and bilateral relations
Al-Sudani discusses with the US ambassador the files of his upcoming visit to Washington
Prime Minister Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani discussed today, Wednesday, with the US Ambassador to Iraq, Alina Romanoski, the relations between the two countries, and ways to strengthen them, and confirm the continuation of bilateral dialogue rounds and the Joint Supreme Military Committee, concerned with regulating the termination of the tasks of the international coalition in Iraq.
The meeting also discussed, according to a statement by the Prime Minister’s Office, a copy of which {Euphrates News} received “the files that will be presented during the upcoming visit of the Prime Minister to Washington, the mechanism of cooperation within the strategic framework agreement between Iraq and the United States, and the committees formed in this regard.”
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Sudanese personalizes notes on US sanctions: We will not abandon private banking sector
Prime Minister Mohammed Shiaa Al-Sudani confirmed the existence of observations on US Treasury sanctions on Iraqi banks, while noting the government’s continued support for the private banking sector.
Al-Sudani said, in a press conference, followed by “Economy News”, that “the government has made an important way by making Iraq’s trade clear despite the challenges that appear from time to time,” adding: “All our trade passes today through the electronic platform and through the audit of (K2), that is, there are notaries of financial transfer operations.”
He added, “What decisions come from the US Treasury on Iraqi banks, which we have more than one observation on, are decisions related to observations on the performance of banks in previous governments, not the current government.”
The Prime Minister stressed that “transactions and financial transfers for Iraqi trade, during the current period, pass through a clear electronic platform, in front of financial institutions, so this process has gained reliability.”
Al-Sudani explained that “the government continues to support the private banking sector, and it cannot be abandoned, and we are working to address all the observations in its performance, and we are doing it to be a partner with us for the desired development process in the country.”
https://economy-news.net/content.php?id=40709
Sudanese advisor: Baghdad’s request to host the Arab summit aims to show Iraq’s important role in the region
The advisers to Prime Minister Fadi Al-Shammari confirmed the government’s intention to host the Arab summit with the aim of highlighting the important role of Iraq in the region, noting that Iraq with its new version and the urban renaissance it is witnessing represents a prominent position at the heart of the issues of the Arab and Islamic nation in terms of accelerating challenges and opportunities together.
Al-Shammari added in an interview followed by Mawazine News that “Iraq today represents a major axis of regional and international interactions, and its importance is reflected in its effective contributions to many Arab and global issues, through hosting important events and participating in international forums, which makes it a major player that contributes to shaping the future of the Arab nation.”
Regarding Iraq’s request to host the next Arab summit, Al-Shammari says that “the request reflects Iraq’s desire to contribute effectively to Arab affairs and enhance its role in enhancing cooperation and achieving development, and the security stability achieved by Iraq, which is a key factor to attract international and regional summits.”
Al-Shammari continued: “This request also highlights the regional role of Iraq as an influential regional player, and reflects its desire to strengthen its role as a mediator in issues of conflict and cooperation in the region, as well as opens up prospects for diplomatic communication, building closer relations between Iraq and Arab countries and enhancing economic cooperation.”
https://www.mawazin.net/Details.aspx?jimare=242519
Central Bank: More than 30 Islamic banks operate in Iraq and their growth is accelerating
The Central Bank of Iraq announced, today, Tuesday, that the number of Islamic banks in Iraq exceeded 30 banks, while the Iraqi Banks Association indicated that it is working under the supervision and instructions of the Central Bank to develop the banking sector despite the economic challenges and difficulties that Iraq is suffering from.
Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Iraq, Ammar Hamad, said during a speech about governance and compliance in Islamic financial institutions, which was attended by Shafaq News Agency; “Islamic banks have begun to grow very significantly in the world as well as in Iraq. There are more than 30 Islamic banks in Iraq, and there is an opportunity for an increasing market boom for Islamic banks.”
He added, “Governance in banks is considered a basic starting language for financial institutions, and Iraq, since last year, has been interested in the issue of international standards and laws issued by the Central Bank of Iraq,” noting that “banks have witnessed great openness in order to avoid international or local sanctions from the Central Bank of Iraq.”
For his part, Chairman of the General Council of Islamic Banks and Financial Institutions, Abdel Ilah Belatiq, said during his speech at the conference attended by Shafaq News Agency: “The Council is an international organization that represents Islamic banks around the world and currently includes 140 Islamic financial institutions in 37 countries in the world.”
He added, “The Council’s role is pivotal in supporting Islamic financial banking across the world and tracking developments in the global financial sector,” noting that “one of the most important goals the Council is working on is the role of Islamic banks and keeping pace with the latest developments and digital transformations.”
In turn, Vice President of the Iraqi Banks Association, Samir Al-Nusairi, said during a speech attended by Shafaq News Agency, “Iraqi banks have proven their ability and national positions during the last period in confronting economic challenges and maintaining communication and commitment to the instructions of the Central Bank of Iraq, which focused on economic initiatives, trade regulation, and the transition from a cash economy to a digital one.” In accordance with international and banking standards.
He added, “The Iraqi Banks Association is working under the supervision and instructions of the Central Bank to develop the banking sector and financing projects and create an appropriate environment despite the economic challenges and difficulties that Iraq is dealing with.”
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