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Ariel: Well guess who just left Houston? Iraq.
A lot of people are about to be rich.
They are ready.
Why wouldn’t this be there? Expect to see more of these.
The image shows a currency exchange counter located inside what appears to be a shopping mall or airport terminal. The currency exchange is labeled “CURRENCY EXCHANGE” and has a “START CONNECTING” sign overhead, suggesting it may be a new or recently opened service.
Currency exchange services allow travelers to exchange foreign currency or acquire the local currency of the country they are visiting. Having such facilities conveniently located in major transportation hubs and shopping centers makes it easier for international visitors to obtain the cash they need upon arrival.
Given the image’s title mentioning Houston, this currency exchange seems to be a new service that has recently opened up in a popular mall or airport in the Houston, Texas area to cater to the needs of international travelers and shoppers there. Iraq has a rich reserve of oil and natural gas, but their energy infrastructure faces some challenges.
Iraq’s oil and gas industry likely needs upgrades to become more efficient and productive. Houston is a hub for oil and gas technology companies, so Iraqi delegates might be seeking partnerships to improve their infrastructure.
