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| GBP/USD | | | 1.2672 | 1.2605 | 1.2664 | | 05:01 |
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The agenda of the parliamentary session today
Editorial date: 2019/5/23 12:14 • 190 times read
{Baghdad: Al-Furat News} The House of Representatives holds its regular session on Thursday.
The agenda includes "voting on the draft law on financial administration, and voting on the draft law of the first amendment to the law of civil presses No. 5 of 1999".
It also includes "the continuing discussion of the issue of addressing the housing crisis, and the report and discussion of the proposed law of the first amendment to the law of provincial and district elections No. 12 of 2018."
It also includes "the continuing discussion of the issue of addressing the housing crisis, and the report and discussion of the proposed law of the first amendment to the law of provincial and district elections No. 12 of 2018."
Victory declares its position of sharing and sharing special grades
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(Baghdad: Al-Furat News) announced victory coalition, on Thursday, his position against the quota, while he said he will put the sites of the coalition service national talent.
"The position of the government is related to its performance and the independence of its decision and its ability to manage the country, and does not affect the decision of the coalition victory whether the position of the opposition or pro-government share of the ruling."
"The coalition of victory has been clear since the early days of the formation of the government, as it was declared against the principle of quotas, which paralyzed the state and led to the party swallow it," adding that he "refused to participate in the government to oppose sectarian division sectarian party, and was hoping to form a government of national competencies independent Capable of serving citizens and managing the country efficiently, professionally and nationally. "
On the special grades and agents currently under discussion, the victory coalition said that "the sites of service in the state are not sites of participation in the government, as sites of professional service non-political," noting that "the rejection of the principle of quotas sectarian sectarian party to form a government and reject them with special degrees and agents."
He added that "any sites calculated on the victory coalition in the state, it will be considered a share of the national elite, and will choose their national competencies, not party." is over
"The coalition of victory has been clear since the early days of the formation of the government, as it was declared against the principle of quotas, which paralyzed the state and led to the party swallow it," adding that he "refused to participate in the government to oppose sectarian division sectarian party, and was hoping to form a government of national competencies independent Capable of serving citizens and managing the country efficiently, professionally and nationally. "
On the special grades and agents currently under discussion, the victory coalition said that "the sites of service in the state are not sites of participation in the government, as sites of professional service non-political," noting that "the rejection of the principle of quotas sectarian sectarian party to form a government and reject them with special degrees and agents."
He added that "any sites calculated on the victory coalition in the state, it will be considered a share of the national elite, and will choose their national competencies, not party." is over
Parliamentary and Parliamentary "Finance" discuss cooperation with an Iraqi parliamentary delegation
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KUNA) - Speaker of the Parliamentary Legislative and Legal Affairs Committee Khaled al-Shatti and Chairman of the Committee on Financial and Economic Affairs MP Salah Khorshid discussed on Wednesday with a number of members of the Iraqi Council of Representatives issues of common concern on the occasion of their visit to the country.
During the meeting, a number of issues of mutual interest were discussed, including the activation of joint agreements between the two countries, the network said in a press release.
"There were a number of issues of common concern," he said. "There is a need to activate the social and economic roles between the Kuwaiti and Iraqi parliaments and the two peoples."
Shatti said the meeting touched on the common economic interests and the urgent need to activate the exchange and economic integration between the two sides to achieve the great benefits for them.
He pointed to the existence of many economic and trade agreements that should be activated and activated for the benefit of the Kuwaiti and Iraqi peoples.d
Minister of Planning Arrives in Riyadh
2019/5/23
BAGHDAD (Reuters) - Planning Minister Nuri Sabah al-Dulaimi arrived in Riyadh on Thursday to head a high-level delegation to Saudi Arabia for a two-day visit at the official invitation of the Saudi General Authority for the Study of Saudi Studies.
"The delegation's visit to Riyadh comes within the framework of joint work within the Iraqi-Saudi Coordination Council," Dulaimi said in a statement to the ministry.
The delegation, which includes the Chairman of the Investment Authority and representatives of the Ministries of Commerce, Housing and Municipalities, the Head of the Legal Department of the General Secretariat of the Council of Ministers and a number of Directors General of the Ministry of Planning and others, will discuss with the Saudi side a number of important issues and issues within the agenda of the second meeting of the Economic and Trade Committee And investment and relief, emanating from the Iraqi-Saudi Coordination Council, and to contribute to the promotion of economic, investment and trade cooperation between the two brotherly countries. "
The delegation, which includes the Chairman of the Investment Authority and representatives of the Ministries of Commerce, Housing and Municipalities, the Head of the Legal Department of the General Secretariat of the Council of Ministers and a number of Directors General of the Ministry of Planning and others, will discuss with the Saudi side a number of important issues and issues within the agenda of the second meeting of the Economic and Trade Committee And investment and relief, emanating from the Iraqi-Saudi Coordination Council, and to contribute to the promotion of economic, investment and trade cooperation between the two brotherly countries. "
Kuwaiti Foreign Minister and Iraqi Oil Minister hold official talks between the two countries
Kuwait, 17 Ramadan Thursday 22 May 2019 SPA
Kuwait and Iraq held talks today in Kuwait, under the chairmanship of Kuwaiti Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Sabah Al-Khalid Al-Sabah and Iraqi Oil Minister Thamer Al-Ghadhban.
During the meeting, they reviewed the relations of cooperation between the two countries and means of developing and developing them at all levels, in addition to discussing a number of issues of mutual interest between the two countries.
During the meeting, they reviewed the relations of cooperation between the two countries and means of developing and developing them at all levels, in addition to discussing a number of issues of mutual interest between the two countries.
Transportation: Construction of a private parking building for air traffic controllers
Editorial date:: 2019/5/23 0:09 • 45 times read
(Baghdad: Al-Furat News) The General Company for Air Navigation Services held a broad meeting on Wednesday with the General Company for the implementation of transport projects to establish a break-up building for air controllers according to international standards.
It is noteworthy that this meeting came under the guidance of the Minister of Transport, who visited the company recently and was instructed to implement the projects to build the rest to ease the burden on the air controller for the privacy and importance of his work in the management of air traffic and maintain the integrity of the Iraqi airspace.
According to a statement by the ministry, the participants discussed the first steps to build the building in accordance with the specifications of the excellent work in accordance with the work of air controllers and the nature of their hard work to entertain themselves and reduce the pressure of work facing them.
For his part, Director of Air Navigation Services Abbas Nasser, expressed his pleasure to implement new projects that will develop the mechanism according to a vision that will enable us to run our business with international privileges and standards.
In turn, the director of the implementation of transport projects, Osama al-Sadr to join efforts and harness all the engineering and technical capabilities to create a building of a high-quality lounge worthy of the reputation of air navigation.
According to a statement by the ministry, the participants discussed the first steps to build the building in accordance with the specifications of the excellent work in accordance with the work of air controllers and the nature of their hard work to entertain themselves and reduce the pressure of work facing them.
For his part, Director of Air Navigation Services Abbas Nasser, expressed his pleasure to implement new projects that will develop the mechanism according to a vision that will enable us to run our business with international privileges and standards.
In turn, the director of the implementation of transport projects, Osama al-Sadr to join efforts and harness all the engineering and technical capabilities to create a building of a high-quality lounge worthy of the reputation of air navigation.
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Halabousi discusses with Abadi developments of political situation
23-05-2019 02:11 AM
Baghdad:
President of the coalition of victory Haider al-Abadi, on Thursday, with the Speaker of the House of Representatives Mohammed Halbusi political developments and unify efforts for reconstruction.
"During the meeting, we discussed the latest developments in the political situation, the legislative and executive work, the importance of working, uniting the positions and creating a stable political environment for the reconstruction of the country, investment, job creation and preservation of what has been achieved," the statement said.
He added that "the rejection of the policy of breaking the wills and the arms of those who stand against the wrong actions that are not in the public interest has been confirmed."
HH The Amir receives the Iraqi Prime Minister
23/05/2019 Thursday
HH the Prime Minister during the reception of the Iraqi Prime Minister
His Highness the Amir Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad received at Dasman Palace this evening and in the presence of His Highness the Crown Prince Sheikh Nawaf Al-Ahmad received HH the Prime Minister Sheikh Jaber Al-Mubarak and the Chairman of the Council of Ministers of the Republic of Iraq and his accompanying delegation on the occasion of his official visit to the country.
During the meeting, friendly exchanges were exchanged in an atmosphere of brotherly spirit and the depth of the bilateral relations linking the State of Kuwait with the brotherly Republic of Iraq, its development and the continuous pursuit of enhancing cooperation between the two countries and the two brotherly peoples. Efforts to combat terrorism and eliminate it also included discussions of issues of common concern and the latest developments on the regional and international arenas.
Aboudi: Governorates of the south "affected" and Maliki and Amiri candidates for the presidency of construction
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MP of the Fatah Alliance, Dr. Naim al-Aboudi, said that some regions of the southern governorates are affected by the level of services, and all the governments that did not do justice to them, while stressing that the construction alliance is the largest bloc, Maliki and al-Amiri, the most prominent candidates for his presidency.
"I totally agree that there is a real problem because of our parliamentary system. Personally, even the movement (Asaib Ahl al-Haq) and Al-Fateh bloc believe that the parliamentary system does not suit the people's environment," Aboudi said in a televised interview late Wednesday. Iraqi ". Al-Abboudi added that "the parliamentary system has caused a delay in the political process since 2003," adding that "some areas in the southern provinces are affected by the level of services, and there are clear responses in the services," stressing that " .
And on the presidency of the construction coalition, Aboudi pointed out that "the coalition of construction as known is the most numerous bloc within the House of Representatives," noting that "it is difficult to choose a head of the coalition of construction in the presence of large political leaders, but there are many candidates for the presidency of the coalition, The rule of law Nuri al-Maliki and the head of the Fatah alliance Hadi al-Amiri. "
Abdul-Zaman meets Turkish Ambassador to the country and stresses the desire to open a horizon of joint cooperation between the two sides
23/05/2019
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The Minister of Labor and Social Affairs, Dr. Bassem Abdulzaman, discussed with Turkish Ambassador to Iraq Fatih Yildiz on Wednesday 22/5-2019 opportunities for joint cooperation and bilateral relations and ways to develop them.
He said that Iraq is keen to develop relations with Turkey and benefit from its experience in the field of social security and accelerate the procedures for granting visas and regulate the employment of Turkish workers in Iraq as well as the possession of a sophisticated system of labor inspection and other social areas, That Iraq has adopted strengthening relations with neighboring countries to achieve stability and economic development.
The minister called for the contribution of the Turkish companies in the reconstruction of Iraq's cities, pointing out the agreement to sign a memorandum of understanding between the two sides and training the Iraqi staff in all social fields and balance between national and foreign workers and the next stage will give the features of rapid entry of both sides and simplify the granting of work permits.
For his part, the Turkish ambassador expressed his readiness to exchange cooperation with the ministry and support it to serve its aspirations to serve the segments sponsored by it.
Transportation: Construction of a private parking building for air traffic controllers
Editorial date:: 2019/5/23 0:09 • 45 times read
Baghdad: Al-Furat News) The General Company for Air Navigation Services held a broad meeting on Wednesday with the General Company for the implementation of transport projects to establish a break-up building for air controllers according to international standards.
It is noteworthy that this meeting came under the guidance of the Minister of Transport, who visited the company recently and was instructed to implement the projects to build the rest to ease the burden on the air controller for the privacy and importance of his work in the management of air traffic and maintain the integrity of the Iraqi airspace.
According to a statement by the ministry, the participants discussed the first steps to build the building in accordance with the specifications of the excellent work in accordance with the work of air controllers and the nature of their hard work to entertain themselves and reduce the pressure of work facing them.
For his part, Director of Air Navigation Services Abbas Nasser, expressed his pleasure to implement new projects that will develop the mechanism according to a vision that will enable us to run our business with international privileges and standards.
In turn, the director of the implementation of transport projects, Osama al-Sadr to join efforts and harness all the engineering and technical capabilities to create a building of a high-quality lounge worthy of the reputation of air navigation.
According to a statement by the ministry, the participants discussed the first steps to build the building in accordance with the specifications of the excellent work in accordance with the work of air controllers and the nature of their hard work to entertain themselves and reduce the pressure of work facing them.
For his part, Director of Air Navigation Services Abbas Nasser, expressed his pleasure to implement new projects that will develop the mechanism according to a vision that will enable us to run our business with international privileges and standards.
In turn, the director of the implementation of transport projects, Osama al-Sadr to join efforts and harness all the engineering and technical capabilities to create a building of a high-quality lounge worthy of the reputation of air navigation.
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How Europeans' household net worth is 'now exclusively driven' by negative interest rates
Europe is 16% more expensive than it used to be. The ECB's negative interest rate for banks has created a mass of super cheap mortgages that have driven up property prices in Europe by 16%, according to Pantheon Macroeconomics. "The increase in eurozone household net worth is now exclusively driven by rising house prices," Pantheon analyst Claus Vistesen says. European consumers are unfazed by bad economic news largely because their household net worth is buoyed by negative rates, he says. In
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How Europeans' household net worth is 'now exclusively driven' by negative interest rates
Europe is 16% more expensive than it used to be. The ECB's negative interest rate for banks has created a mass of super cheap mortgages that have driven up property prices in Europe by 16%, according to Pantheon Macroeconomics. "The increase in eurozone household net worth is now exclusively driven by rising house prices," Pantheon analyst Claus Vistesen says. European consumers are unfazed by bad economic news largely because their household net worth is buoyed by negative rates, he says. In
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BREXIT WARNING: Turkey FURIOUS over customs union deal - ‘It is BUCKLING UNDER STRAIN’
THERESA May is playing with fire by considering the idea of keeping Britain in a customs union with the EU - with one Turkish analyst warning his country’s deal with Brussels was “eroding” 23 years after being signed. Mrs May has held talks with Jeremy Corbyn during which the Labour leader pressed his case for keeping the UK in a permanent customs union with the EU, whereby there would be no tariffs or non-tariff barriers to trade between members, with a common external tariff impose on all
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Europe unlikely to join US crackdown on Huawei after years of joint projects – company’s VP
European countries won’t ban Huawei from their markets because they see the firm as a reliable partner, the Chinese tech giant’s vice president has said in response to sweeping restrictions on the company imposed by the US.
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GLOBAL/NEWS/INFO
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10 Things to Know for Today
Among 10 Things to Know: More Democrats seeking impeachment proceedings against Trump; North Korea hurls insults at Biden over Kim criticism; Nonprofits turn to cryptocurrency to help needy Venezuelans
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Among 10 Things to Know: More Democrats seeking impeachment proceedings against Trump; North Korea hurls insults at Biden over Kim criticism; Nonprofits turn to cryptocurrency to help needy Venezuelans
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OIL/COMMODITIES/ENERGY
Gold Prices Slip, Stocks Rebound as Trade Tension Takes a Breather
Commodities May 21, 2019 05:29 GMT Investing.com - Prices of the safe-haven gold slipped on Tuesday in Asia, while stock markets rebounded as traders cheered a temporary reprieve in U.S.-China trade tensions surrounding Chinese telecommunications giant Huawei. Gold futures for June delivery, traded on the Comex division of the New York Mercantile Exchange, were down 0.2% to $1,275.05 by 1:22 AM ET(05:22 GMT). The fall in gold prices came after the U.S. Commerce Department said overnight that it
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Gold Prices Unchanged as Traders Await Further Trade News
Commodities May 22, 2019 05:18 GMT Investing.com - Gold prices were largely unchanged on Wednesday in Asia as traders remain cautious amid the latest news on the Sino-U.S. trade front. Gold futures for June delivery, traded on the Comex division of the New York Mercantile Exchange, edged up 0.02% to $1,273.45 per ounce at 1:10 AM ET (05:10 GMT). "From a technical point of view, a first positive signal (for gold) would be a recovery to $US1,290, while a fall below the recent low of $1,266 could
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Gold Dips Amid's Dollar Triumph as a Trade War Hedge
Commodities May 21, 2019 19:34 GMT By Barani Krishnan Investing.com - The dollar is going back to being the preferred hedge to the trade war, taking away more of gold’s allure. Bullion and futures of gold hit a more-than two-week bottom on Tuesday as technology stocks fueled a rebound on Wall Street. The rally came as the United States temporarily eased curbs on China’s Huawei Technologies, raising expectations that the two countries would work toward a trade deal. The dollar rose, too, as some
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Oil Prices Rise but Trade Concerns Limit Gains
Commodities May 21, 2019 05:13 GMT Investing.com - Oil prices continued to rise on Tuesday in Asia, but gains were capped by concerns of intensifying trade war between China and the U.S. U.S. Crude Oil WTI Futures were up 0.5% to $63.51. International Brent Oil Futures gained 0.4% to $72.21. Oil prices received some continued support from news that OPEC and its allies will extend production cuts beyond June. Khalid Al-falih, the Saudi energy minister, indicated over the weekend that the kingdom
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Oil prices Fall as Saudi Vows to Prevent Further Conflict in Middle East
Commodities May 22, 2019 04:54 GMT Investing.com - Oil prices fell on Wednesday in Asia amid comments by Saudi Arabia that said it would “do everything in its power” to prevent further conflict between Iran and the U.S. U.S. Crude Oil WTI Futures were down 0.9% at $62.58 by 12:51 AM ET (04:51 GMT). International Brent Oil Futures dropped 0.6% to $71.72. Saudi Arabia "will do everything in its power to prevent any war and its hand is always extended to peace," a cabinet statement said, adding the
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Oil Dips Ahead of U.S. Stockpiles Data as OPEC Cuts Lose Sizzle
Commodities May 21, 2019 17:08 GMT By Barani Krishnan Investing.com - Move aside, OPEC, it’s back to U.S. crude stockpiles for now. Oil prices went from more than 1% higher in early Tuesday trade to slip into the negative by early afternoon on worries that U.S. crude inventories may have risen by more than 3 million barrels last week. Concerns about global economic fallout from the festering U.S.-China trade war also weighed on the market after Monday’s brief optimism over extended OPEC
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BANKS/BANKING/CREDIT
Lloyds Bank Announces Edinburgh Tech Hub Amid Competition From Monzo And Revolut
The 254-year-old Lloyds Banking Group is trying to keep up with the new kids on the block.
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Community banks in the US could get a technology boost from German fintech Raisin
A German fintech started a service in 2013 that helps Europeans shuffle their money around the continent to the highest-yielding savings account. Now, the company plans to bring its technology to the US within the next six to 12 months, which could provide a boost to community banks by connecting them to a bigger pool...
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HSBC plans more China tech jobs in push for market share
By Sumeet Chatterjee HONG KONG (Reuters) - HSBC Holdings PLC plans to add more than a 1,000 jobs this year at its technology development centers in China, as the Asia-focused lender seeks to bolster its presence in the world's second largest economy. Europe's biggest bank by assets will boost headcount at its technology centers in Guangzhou, Shanghai and Xi'an by 14% from a current 7,000-strong workforce, said HSBC Chief Information Officer Darryl West. In recent years the London-based bank has
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10 Risks in Banking Industry Faced by Every Bank
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I got more than $2,000 worth of value from the American Express Platinum credit card in my first year — despite its $550 annual fee
Business Insider may receive a commission from The Points Guy Affiliate Network if you apply for a credit card, but our reporting and recommendations are always independent and objective. The Platinum Card® from American Express comes with a much higher annual fee than most credit or charge cards, which can scare off some people. However, the card comes with enough perks, rewards, and tangible benefits to far outweigh that annual fee. Initially, even as I got into the world of credit card
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Can I Earn Miles With A Dining Portal and Credit Card at the Same Time?
Reader Questions are answered twice a week by TPG Senior Points & Miles Contributor Ethan Steinberg. The fastest way to pad your points and miles balance is by picking up a welcome bonus on a new travel rewards credit card, but you should also look for other ways to diversify your earning strategy as well. TPG reader...
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Which Airline Credit Cards Offer the Best Priority Boarding Perks?
Airline credit cards offer a variety of flashy perks, including sign-up bonuses of tens of thousands of miles, companion tickets worth hundreds or even thousands of dollars, access to airport lounges and free checked bags. One of their most fundamental perks, though, is about saving time rather than money. That's where the priority boarding benefit...
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Lloyds Bank Announces Edinburgh Tech Hub Amid Competition From Monzo And Revolut
The 254-year-old Lloyds Banking Group is trying to keep up with the new kids on the block.
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Community banks in the US could get a technology boost from German fintech Raisin
A German fintech started a service in 2013 that helps Europeans shuffle their money around the continent to the highest-yielding savings account. Now, the company plans to bring its technology to the US within the next six to 12 months, which could provide a boost to community banks by connecting them to a bigger pool...
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HSBC plans more China tech jobs in push for market share
By Sumeet Chatterjee HONG KONG (Reuters) - HSBC Holdings PLC plans to add more than a 1,000 jobs this year at its technology development centers in China, as the Asia-focused lender seeks to bolster its presence in the world's second largest economy. Europe's biggest bank by assets will boost headcount at its technology centers in Guangzhou, Shanghai and Xi'an by 14% from a current 7,000-strong workforce, said HSBC Chief Information Officer Darryl West. In recent years the London-based bank has
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10 Risks in Banking Industry Faced by Every Bank
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I got more than $2,000 worth of value from the American Express Platinum credit card in my first year — despite its $550 annual fee
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Can I Earn Miles With A Dining Portal and Credit Card at the Same Time?
Reader Questions are answered twice a week by TPG Senior Points & Miles Contributor Ethan Steinberg. The fastest way to pad your points and miles balance is by picking up a welcome bonus on a new travel rewards credit card, but you should also look for other ways to diversify your earning strategy as well. TPG reader...
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Which Airline Credit Cards Offer the Best Priority Boarding Perks?
Airline credit cards offer a variety of flashy perks, including sign-up bonuses of tens of thousands of miles, companion tickets worth hundreds or even thousands of dollars, access to airport lounges and free checked bags. One of their most fundamental perks, though, is about saving time rather than money. That's where the priority boarding benefit...
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TREASURIES/BONDS/STOCKS
Investing Basics Explained: The Difference Between Stocks and Bonds
A beginning investors' guide to buying stocks and bonds. Do you want to start investing, but you're confused about the different terms and concepts? Here are the main ways to invest in companies, and the differences between the different ways: Investors can buy a company's stock or its bonds. Either way, the investor is exposed to the risk and potential return the company can provide investors that hold its assets. Bonds Bond holders get paid first out of all asset holders of the company.
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Stocks- Dow Regains Strength as U.S. Eases Huawei Restrictions
Stock Markets May 21, 2019 10:42 GMT Investing.com - U.S. futures rallied on Tuesday after the U.S. eased its restrictions on Chinese tech giant Huawei. In an attempt to minimize disruption to American technology companies, the U.S. Commerce Department announced it would allow Huawei to purchase some U.S.-made goods until August 19 to maintain its existing networks. Huawei founder Ren Zhengfei said the changes wouldn’t make a difference, as the company had already prepared for U.S. sanctions.
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As the stock market makes a comeback, the bond market flashes a 'dire' warning
Stocks are weathering the latest bouts increasing trade fears, but the bond market is pointing to more trouble ahead.
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US Treasury yields tick higher ahead of Fed minutes
U.S. government debt yields rose Tuesday as investors monitor the latest batch of economic data reports and Treasury auctions.
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Day Ahead: Top 3 Things to Watch
Stock Markets May 21, 2019 21:06 GMT Investing.com - Here’s a preview of the top 3 things that could rock markets tomorrow. 1. Target , Lowe’s to Report Target (NYSE:TGT) continues the week of retail earnings tomorrow with its report before trading opens. The discount retail chain is expected to report a profit of $1.43 per share for the quarter on sales of about $17.5 billion, according to analysts’ estimates compiled by Investing.com. Comparable-store sales are predicted to rise 4% for the
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CRYPTO'S / DIGITAL CURRENCY
XRP and Stellar Lumens [XLM] Price Analysis: XLM remains bullish while XRP sides with the bears
XRP and Stellar Lumens [XLM] collectively fell prey to price corrections, with the tokens plummeting in valuation. At press time, XRP had suffered a 0.16 percent decline and was priced at $0.395. The market capitalization was relatively unaffected and stood at $16.6 billion, at press time. XLM suffered a similar fate after it experienced a...
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mBitcasino announces support for FIAT currencies
mBitcasino, the top brand in cryptocurrency gaming is making a huge announcement - EUR, CAD, AUD, USD, RUB, and JPY are now available for deposits and withdrawals. Through these currencies, players now have access to over 1500 additional games. Opening its virtual doors to FIAT currency is a stepping stone for the famous casino that...
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Crypto and Forex Scam Reports Tripled in the UK Last Year, Watchdog Says
Reports of cryptocurrency and foreign exchange scams surged in the U.K. last year, while total reported losses dropped, says the FCA.
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Bitcoin price explained: How a single trade crashed the cryptocurrency market
Even for something as notoriously volatile as bitcoin, the cryptocurrency's recent price fluctuations have been extraordinary.
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CURRENCIES
Forex - Dollar near 1-Month Highs, Sterling Sinks
Forex May 22, 2019 07:38 GMT Investing.com - The U.S. dollar was hovering near one-month highs against a currency basket on Wednesday, supported by higher U.S. Treasury yields after the U.S. temporarily eased restrictions on Chinese telecommunications giant Huawei. The move came as a reprieve for markets which had been roiled by fears over the escalating trade war between Washington and Beijing but investor sentiment remained subdued as investors monitored the increasing involvement of tech
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Forex - Dollar Hits 3-Week High on Huawei Relief, RBA Rate Talk
Forex May 21, 2019 07:07 GMT Investing.com -- The dollar hit a fresh three-week high against its developed-market peers in early trading in Europe Tuesday, after Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell indirectly argued against cutting interest rates in the near term due to the already-high level of corporate debt. “Business debt has clearly reached a level that should give businesses and investors reason to pause and reflect,” Powell said at a conference, noting that corporate borrowing at a
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The British pound is sinking as traders wonder whether Brexit will happen at all
The British pound dropped to its lowest rate in 4 months against the dollar last week, and fell against the euro for 10 straight days, its longest losing streak since the euro was created.
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Euro Edges Lower, Markets Brace For Soft Eurozone Consumer Confidence | Action Forex
EUR/USD has posted slight losses on Tuesday. Currently, the pair is trading at 1.1148, down 0.16% on the day. On the release front, there are no major events for a second successive day. The eurozone releases consumer confidence and the U.S. posts existing home sales. Voters in all 28 members of the European Union will […] The post Euro Edges Lower, Markets Brace For Soft Eurozone Consumer Confidence appeared first on Action Forex.
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Tanzania: Prime Minister Says Forex Traders to Be 'Allowed'
Private forex traders, whose lucrative currency changing business was rudely halted by recent closures of their outlets, have a reason to smile. Some of them will be allowed back in business if they meet tough regulations by the central bank. "The forex business is now under strict control. Only those meeting the regulations will be allowed...
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Forex - Dollar near 1-Month Highs, Sterling Sinks
Forex May 22, 2019 07:38 GMT Investing.com - The U.S. dollar was hovering near one-month highs against a currency basket on Wednesday, supported by higher U.S. Treasury yields after the U.S. temporarily eased restrictions on Chinese telecommunications giant Huawei. The move came as a reprieve for markets which had been roiled by fears over the escalating trade war between Washington and Beijing but investor sentiment remained subdued as investors monitored the increasing involvement of tech
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Forex - Dollar Hits 3-Week High on Huawei Relief, RBA Rate Talk
Forex May 21, 2019 07:07 GMT Investing.com -- The dollar hit a fresh three-week high against its developed-market peers in early trading in Europe Tuesday, after Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell indirectly argued against cutting interest rates in the near term due to the already-high level of corporate debt. “Business debt has clearly reached a level that should give businesses and investors reason to pause and reflect,” Powell said at a conference, noting that corporate borrowing at a
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The British pound is sinking as traders wonder whether Brexit will happen at all
The British pound dropped to its lowest rate in 4 months against the dollar last week, and fell against the euro for 10 straight days, its longest losing streak since the euro was created.
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Euro Edges Lower, Markets Brace For Soft Eurozone Consumer Confidence | Action Forex
EUR/USD has posted slight losses on Tuesday. Currently, the pair is trading at 1.1148, down 0.16% on the day. On the release front, there are no major events for a second successive day. The eurozone releases consumer confidence and the U.S. posts existing home sales. Voters in all 28 members of the European Union will […] The post Euro Edges Lower, Markets Brace For Soft Eurozone Consumer Confidence appeared first on Action Forex.
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Tanzania: Prime Minister Says Forex Traders to Be 'Allowed'
Private forex traders, whose lucrative currency changing business was rudely halted by recent closures of their outlets, have a reason to smile. Some of them will be allowed back in business if they meet tough regulations by the central bank. "The forex business is now under strict control. Only those meeting the regulations will be allowed...
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HEALTH / SCIENCE
How to control medical debt after a cancer diagnosis
Knowing your options and what your expenses will be can help protect against financial hardships.
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Broccoli can help prevent cancer from forming, new study says
Even more reason to eat your greens. Vegetables such as broccoli contain a molecule that switches off a gene known to trigger cancer cell growth
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Gut bacteria taken in pill form could help fight cancer, experts claim
Scientists have isolated strains of gut bacteria that appear to boost the immune system's response to diseases. The first trials have begun at Imperial College in London.
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Scientists have isolated strains of gut bacteria that appear to boost the immune system's response to diseases. The first trials have begun at Imperial College in London.
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More people in Florida will get skin cancer than any other cancer. How to protect yourself
Florida has the second-highest rates in the country of melanoma, the deadly skin cancer. What you need to know about protecting yourself from the sun and tanning beds.
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Here's how to win at flu season and avoid getting sick
Colds don't only make you feel crummy, they also hurt productivity. Here's how you can win a flu season and survive the cold weather without getting sick.
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USA / CANADA
After 14 tornadoes in Oklahoma and Texas, millions are under flash flood threats
Severe thunderstorms will drench and flood parts of Oklahoma Tuesday, following on the heels of a series of tornadoes that touched down in that state and others.
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Checking the Pulse of the U.S. Economy: Too Much Debt?
Mark Hulbert says the antidote to overconfidence is to periodically step back and assess the health of the economy. True or false?: The U.S. economy is dangerously over-leveraged, and thus particularly vulnerable to any economic downturn. Before I try to answer this question, I bet that most of you probably haven't even thought about it. That's because it's human nature, when the stock market is at or near all-time highs, to not focus on what could go wrong. Just take 2007. The economy was about
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Trump's ongoing trade war is set to challenge the U.S. economy's low inflation
A logjam of inflationary pressures is starting to hit the U.S. all at once, and will challenge the persistent low inflation that has been a hallmark of the economy for more than a decade.
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Economic war with China about to go to 'another level,' Steve Bannon says
China wasn't ready for Trump-- they're in panic, said Bannon.
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A dilemma for the West: is China a friend or foe?
A gaffe is a truth spoken by a politician in an unguarded moment. So, when conservative Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison said something about China that was obvious to everyone, he was rounded on by rivals and critics alike. “You don’t have to…
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EMERGING MARKET
European markets higher as trade war offers reprieve; tech shares up 1%
European markets traded higher Tuesday after tensions eased slightly in the escalating trade war between the U.S. and China.
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European markets traded higher Tuesday after tensions eased slightly in the escalating trade war between the U.S. and China.
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EMERGING MARKETS-Emerging stocks, FX soften as trade war concerns persist
* China shares close higher on Huawei relief
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* China shares close higher on Huawei relief
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Emerging markets are bearing the brunt of the trade war. But they will fight back
You know there's an underlying problem when investment firms start to cut exposure to a particular asset class.
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You know there's an underlying problem when investment firms start to cut exposure to a particular asset class.
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Ignore emerging market economies at your peril
U.S. policymakers would be making a grave mistake to dismiss the emerging market economies’ diminishing economic prospects as an event occurring abroad with little likely impact on the U.S. economy.
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U.S. policymakers would be making a grave mistake to dismiss the emerging market economies’ diminishing economic prospects as an event occurring abroad with little likely impact on the U.S. economy.
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Ignore emerging market economies at your peril
U.S. policymakers would be making a grave mistake to dismiss the emerging market economies’ diminishing economic prospects as an event occurring abroad with little likely impact on the U.S. economy.
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U.S. policymakers would be making a grave mistake to dismiss the emerging market economies’ diminishing economic prospects as an event occurring abroad with little likely impact on the U.S. economy.
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Venezuela's oil production has dropped to the lowest level in more than 15 years
Venezuela's oil production has dropped to the lowest level in more than 15 years, driven by widespread power outages, mismanagement of the nation's oil industry, and U.S. sanctions directed at the nation's energy sector, according to new U.S. Energy Information Administration data.
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Venezuela's oil production has dropped to the lowest level in more than 15 years, driven by widespread power outages, mismanagement of the nation's oil industry, and U.S. sanctions directed at the nation's energy sector, according to new U.S. Energy Information Administration data.
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Brazil's Petrobras eyes transfer-of-rights addendum that opens up $9 billion payment
Brazil's state-run oil company Petrobras said on Tuesday its board of directors approved an addendum to a transfer-of-rights oil contract that will see it reimbursed to the tune of $9.06 billion, but the deal remains subject to governmental agreement.
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Brazil's state-run oil company Petrobras said on Tuesday its board of directors approved an addendum to a transfer-of-rights oil contract that will see it reimbursed to the tune of $9.06 billion, but the deal remains subject to governmental agreement.
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MIDDLE EAST
Tel Aviv Stock Exchange to go public in July -report
The Tel Aviv Stock Exchange(TASE) will hold its initial public offering in early July,according to a published report on Tuesday.
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Iraqi PM says he wants to end tensions between Iran and US
State-run Iraqi media is quoting Prime Minister Adel Abdul-Mahdi as saying that Baghdad will send delegations to the U.S. and Iran to help end tensions between the two countries
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Despite rhetoric, Turkey complies with U.S. oil sanctions on Iran
Turkey has closed its ports toIranian oil, fully complying with U.S. sanctions against itsmain supplier, despite Ankara publicly criticising the UnitedStates' move to end import waivers and warning of a struggle totap alternative producers.
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Iranian president: 'Today’s situation is not suitable for talks' with U.S.
Even as tensions between the two nations have escalated in recent weeks, Trump has hinted that negotiations with Tehran could be possible.
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AFRICA
Zimbabwe: Zanu-PF Youths Confront Own Minister Over Economic Crisis
Marondera Scores of Zanu PF youths here heckled transport minister, Joel Biggie Matiza at a party meeting before warning him of a political upheaval in the country over the deteriorating economic situation. Matiza, who is also Zanu PF Mashonaland East chair, was addressing youths drawn from Marondera Central, West and East constituencies at the party's provincial headquarters in the tiny town last weekend. However, the ruling party's foot soldiers had no kind words for the top government
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Zimbabwe: Fuel Price Hike Looms As Mangudya Scraps 1 - 1 Exchange Rate for Oil Firms
(Photo: Shelton Muchena/The Herald) Zimbabweans should brace for another hike in fuel prices as Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) governor, John Mangudya Monday ordered a stop in the 1:1 exchange rate window government had extended to Oil Marketing Companies (OMC). In a statement Monday, Mangudya ordered the use of the interbank market to promote the efficient use forex and to "minimise and guard against incidences of arbitrage" in the economy. "There shall be only one foreign exchange rate to be
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Zimbabwe Stock Exchange Eyes Blockchain-Based Products, Needs Regulatory Clarity
The Zimbabwe Stock Exchange wants to introduce blockchain-based products, but needs regulatory clarity according to an executive
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Zimbabwe Embarks on Long Road to National Reconciliation
This past weekend, Zimbabwe took a dramatic step towards national reconciliation. In an effort to improve the country’s difficult economic situation and bring about unity among its confrontational politicians, President Emmerson Mnangagwa officially launched the so-called Political Actors Dialogue (POLAD) in Harare. In a country burdened with a lingering economic crisis, natural disasters and economic...
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Africa: Countries Fail Again to Agree On Trade Access
(Photo: The Guardian) Africa's plans to open up a market of more than 600 million people in April this year suffered another setback after countries failed to approve the tripartite free trade area (TFTA) within the set timeline. Also delaying the launch of the TFTA is the prolonged disagreement between the East African Community and the Southern African Customs Union over tax treatment of motor vehicles and dairy product imports into the EAC. The TFTA, featuring the EAC, Common Market of the
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Nigeria: World Bank Gives Nigeria 30 Years to Repay $350 Million Rural Power Fund
Nigeria will have about 30 years to repay the World Bank the $350 million it borrowed from it to fund the expansion of access and supply of electricity to rural communities, educational institutions and underserved micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in the country under the Nigerian Electrification Project (NEP). THISDAY gathered from the Bank that the country would, however, get an initial five years' grace on the repayment of the loan which was approved in June 2017, by the Bank, to
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African Agriculture has a Branding Problem: Here's How to Fix it
Make agriculture “sexy” to woo youth was the main message shared at a recent meeting for business and government leaders in Africa and India. Today, Africa’s youth make up 65% of the continent’s population. Yet, many of them want nothing to do with agriculture, because it is tedious. They see it as a dead-end. To many, agriculture is unsexy. It is for the illiterate and the old. Such a glaring distaste for agriculture by the youth, even under the projections that Africa’s farmers and
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Africa: Putting Water At the Heart of Sustainable Fashion
London The Copenhagen Fashion Summit celebrated its tenth anniversary last week. The summit, which is often referred to as the Davos of fashion, is a key date in the fashion diary for those businesses with a pioneering vision to highlight issues and create solutions for a more sustainable industry. And solutions are very much needed. The global garment sector accounts for two percent of the world's GDP and has the capacity to make a huge impact both positive and negative upon environmental,
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Tanzania: Cashew Nuts Still Hot Topic in Parliament
Dodoma The debate on cashew nuts took centre stage in Parliament yesterday, with lawmakers saying the government's move to buy the crop was riddled with shortfalls. But - conceding that there indeed have been some challenges - the Minister for Agriculture, Mr Japhet Hasunga, nonetheless said that the government would complete paying all cashew nut farmers within the next two weeks. "It is only about Sh100 billion that has not been paid to the farmers, and we will pay that within two weeks," he
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ASIA
Xi Jinping calls for ‘new Long March’ in dramatic sign that China is preparing for protracted trade war
Chinese President Xi Jinping has called for the nation to embark on a new Long March and “start all over again”, in the most dramatic sign to date that Beijing has given up hope of reaching a trade deal with the United States in the near term. Xi is in…
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Australia now needs to consider China a partner, not customer
Opinion polls predicting a change of government right up to the eve of Saturday’s Australian election would have been music to the ears of those hoping for improved relations with China. The real vote struck a more discordant note, with wrong forecasts of…
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Proposed changes to a scheme which allows needy Hongkongers to rent spare rooms may cover almost 400,000 subsidised flats
Almost 400,000 subsidised flat owners could be allowed to rent their flats to needy families under a modified scheme aiming to help low-income Hongkongers living in dismal conditions and waiting for a public flat. A Housing Society scheme allows about 13…
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Asia stocks fragile as trade anxiety overshadows Huawei reprieve
Asian stocks were on shaky ground on Wednesday, as earlier relief over Washington's temporary relaxation of curbs against China's Huawei Technologies failed to offset deeper worries about trade frictions between the world's two largest economies.
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EUROPE
How Europeans' household net worth is 'now exclusively driven' by negative interest rates
Europe is 16% more expensive than it used to be. The ECB's negative interest rate for banks has created a mass of super cheap mortgages that have driven up property prices in Europe by 16%, according to Pantheon Macroeconomics. "The increase in eurozone household net worth is now exclusively driven by rising house prices," Pantheon analyst Claus Vistesen says. European consumers are unfazed by bad economic news largely because their household net worth is buoyed by negative rates, he says. In
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How Europeans' household net worth is 'now exclusively driven' by negative interest rates
Europe is 16% more expensive than it used to be. The ECB's negative interest rate for banks has created a mass of super cheap mortgages that have driven up property prices in Europe by 16%, according to Pantheon Macroeconomics. "The increase in eurozone household net worth is now exclusively driven by rising house prices," Pantheon analyst Claus Vistesen says. European consumers are unfazed by bad economic news largely because their household net worth is buoyed by negative rates, he says. In
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BREXIT WARNING: Turkey FURIOUS over customs union deal - ‘It is BUCKLING UNDER STRAIN’
THERESA May is playing with fire by considering the idea of keeping Britain in a customs union with the EU - with one Turkish analyst warning his country’s deal with Brussels was “eroding” 23 years after being signed. Mrs May has held talks with Jeremy Corbyn during which the Labour leader pressed his case for keeping the UK in a permanent customs union with the EU, whereby there would be no tariffs or non-tariff barriers to trade between members, with a common external tariff impose on all
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Europe unlikely to join US crackdown on Huawei after years of joint projects – company’s VP
European countries won’t ban Huawei from their markets because they see the firm as a reliable partner, the Chinese tech giant’s vice president has said in response to sweeping restrictions on the company imposed by the US.
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CBI, ISX, Kauaihn Chatter:
CBI Update:
The CBI for Thursday 5/23/19 did update on the indicative rates Sell Rate 1190
The currency auction 215,435,265
There are 3 news and announcements.
1.Small categories
To all banks (small categories) We would like to inform you that this bank is continuing to operate.
May 23, 2019
To all banks (small categories) We would like to inform you that this bank is continuing to operate.
May 23, 2019
Small categories
To all banks (small categories)
We would like to inform you that this bank is continuing to provide you with small categories of the Iraqi currency by withdrawing the funds from your current balances. If you have any inquiry or comments, you can email us at followup.iss@cbiraq.info.
To all banks (small categories)
We would like to inform you that this bank is continuing to provide you with small categories of the Iraqi currency by withdrawing the funds from your current balances. If you have any inquiry or comments, you can email us at followup.iss@cbiraq.info.
2.Announcement of USH152 auction results for the sale of central bank remittances in USD currency
On 21/5/2019, the Central Bank approved a public auction for the USH152 auction.
May 23, 2019
On 21/5/2019, the Central Bank approved a public auction for the USH152 auction.
May 23, 2019
The Central Bank approved on 21/5/2019 a public auction for the auction of USH152 in the currency of the dollar, for the sale of remittances for the period (182) days and the amount of (100) million dollars (one hundred million dollars) and was sold in the amount of (16.800) million dollars at a multiple interest rate and the highest discount rate (2%), and the number of participants (1) bank has won the amount provided.
3.The Central Bank prevents electronic payment providers from providing loans and advances
The Central Bank of Iraq would like to emphasize that the Banking Law No. 94 of 2004 does not.May 23, 2019The Central Bank of Iraq would like to emphasize that the Banking Law No. (94) of 2004 does not allow electronic payment service providers to provide credit services (loans and advances). This bank also states that the license granted to them under the Electronic Payment Services System No. (3) of 2014 Do not allow contracting with the above suppliers or their agents / outlets for the purpose of providing credit facilities in all its forms. This bank is the sector authority responsible for organizing and monitoring the work of electronic payment providers in Iraq.
23 May 2019
The Central Bank of Iraq would like to emphasize that the Banking Law No. 94 of 2004 does not.May 23, 2019The Central Bank of Iraq would like to emphasize that the Banking Law No. (94) of 2004 does not allow electronic payment service providers to provide credit services (loans and advances). This bank also states that the license granted to them under the Electronic Payment Services System No. (3) of 2014 Do not allow contracting with the above suppliers or their agents / outlets for the purpose of providing credit facilities in all its forms. This bank is the sector authority responsible for organizing and monitoring the work of electronic payment providers in Iraq.
23 May 2019
Integrity: the seizure of the owners of banking offices practicing fraud and Beninwa
Editorial date: 2019/5/23 11:18 • 149 times read
(Baghdad: Al Furat News) Revealed the Directorate of Investigation Commission integrity in the province of Nineveh, the ability to control the owners of the offices of the banks belonging to the banks of two families accused of fraud and fraud.
A statement of integrity received by the agency {Euphrates News} a copy of it that "the Directorate, in its talk about the seizure carried out under a judicial note, indicated that, in cooperation with the Department of Civil Status and Passports in the province, the seizure of 12 accused of the owners of banking offices Based on the provisions of Article 456 (Penalties); for the use of magic pens in the process of editing the instruments for the drawing of passports ".
He added that "the investigations of the Directorate led to the collusion of the owners of the banking offices and book petitions on the process of editing the passport documents with magic words that can be erased as soon as they are shot with the intention of re-editing again to other reviewers after returning them to the offices, and the fulfillment of the share of the two banks from the references; Use it again, and make personal use at the expense of reviewers. "
The Directorate of Integrity said that "its staff was able to seize 12 defendants with possession of seven magic pens, non-sealed reference instruments, and a book of instruments and official documents for auditors not present in banking offices."
The statement said, "The suspects arrested along with Al-Mubarzat will be sent to the investigative body competent to consider the issues of integrity in the governorate that they decided to investigate, based on the provisions of the ruling and their detention pending investigation."
He added that "the investigations of the Directorate led to the collusion of the owners of the banking offices and book petitions on the process of editing the passport documents with magic words that can be erased as soon as they are shot with the intention of re-editing again to other reviewers after returning them to the offices, and the fulfillment of the share of the two banks from the references; Use it again, and make personal use at the expense of reviewers. "
The Directorate of Integrity said that "its staff was able to seize 12 defendants with possession of seven magic pens, non-sealed reference instruments, and a book of instruments and official documents for auditors not present in banking offices."
The statement said, "The suspects arrested along with Al-Mubarzat will be sent to the investigative body competent to consider the issues of integrity in the governorate that they decided to investigate, based on the provisions of the ruling and their detention pending investigation."
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5-22-2019 Newshound Guru Adam Montana OIL - no problems there! Still solid, still right where we want.
5-22-2019 Intel Guru MarkZ I am not under a NDA yet this morning...We are still in a great spot today. Out of the news from Baghdad…Article: "Parliamentary move to raise the price of the dinar and maintain the stability of inflation" ...this is not a secret...to all you naysayers out there...it is happening... [What makes this week so different] It is so different right now...I have been sitting on news for 2 days that I am not at liberty to share...that’s why I am not worried... [Are the Banks still on High Alert?] ...Unless they make some serious changes I believe you will have an exchange apt. by Friday or at least the numbers to call.
5-22-2019 Guest Guru future Article: "Council Sessions Agenda...May 23, 2019...For the fourth parliamentary session" Quote: "First: Vote on the draft Financial Management Law. (Finance Committee)."; "the financial management law known as the FML or also known as the Law of financial administration is geared toward raising the value of the dinar against foreign currency while maintaining inflation in the country" seems the first vote is on may 23.
5-22-2019 Newshound Guru Adam Montana DINAR - man-oh-man I can’t wait till the day I get to say “THIS IS IT”! Today isn’t that day, but it’s coming! ...In the beginning of all this, I had to seek out contacts...These days, after being in this circle for so long and meeting so many people - things come to me... from people who are much closer to the inner workings of not only the CBI and Iraq in general, but also many other related organizations and entities... I’m explaining this because although I won’t say “I think we’re going to see an RV within XX days”… I AM getting a really strong vibe right now. The timing is getting close, and the opportunity here is real. Stay positive, friends. We may not have as long a wait as some think.
5-22-2019 Intel Guru Bruce [via PinkRoses] We did get some information today that points us toward toll-free number from a very high source coming out quite possibly before lunch tomorrow [Wednesday]. Now if that were to happen, we also believe there is a good possibility to begin our exchanges...So, we are going to have to see how that all comes together, and see if nothing gets in the way, and if nothing is out there is to stop this. Our understanding is the President wanted this to go...as far as we know, we are still within a so-called deadline...we are in a position where I think we will see something happen here very shortly...
5-22-2019 Guest Guru future ...we got the new international trade bank in SA opening up, we have the FML to be voted on to raise the value of the dinar and protect foreign investors, we have new atms coming out that weren't there before, and now the u.s treasury secretary sitting down making sure they are coming online properly electronically...i'd say things are def. heating up...and we had an article from 2014 saying the raising of the dinar was delayed 5 years...interesting timing for 2019. [post 2 of 2]
5-22-2019 Guest Guru future Article: "Council Sessions Agenda...May 23, 2019...For the fourth parliamentary session" Quote: "First: Vote on the draft Financial Management Law. (Finance Committee)."; "the financial management law known as the FML or also known as the Law of financial administration is geared toward raising the value of the dinar against foreign currency while maintaining inflation in the country" seems the first vote is on may 23.
5-22-2019 Newshound Guru Adam Montana DINAR - man-oh-man I can’t wait till the day I get to say “THIS IS IT”! Today isn’t that day, but it’s coming! ...In the beginning of all this, I had to seek out contacts...These days, after being in this circle for so long and meeting so many people - things come to me... from people who are much closer to the inner workings of not only the CBI and Iraq in general, but also many other related organizations and entities... I’m explaining this because although I won’t say “I think we’re going to see an RV within XX days”… I AM getting a really strong vibe right now. The timing is getting close, and the opportunity here is real. Stay positive, friends. We may not have as long a wait as some think.
5-22-2019 Intel Guru Bruce [via PinkRoses] We did get some information today that points us toward toll-free number from a very high source coming out quite possibly before lunch tomorrow [Wednesday]. Now if that were to happen, we also believe there is a good possibility to begin our exchanges...So, we are going to have to see how that all comes together, and see if nothing gets in the way, and if nothing is out there is to stop this. Our understanding is the President wanted this to go...as far as we know, we are still within a so-called deadline...we are in a position where I think we will see something happen here very shortly...
5-22-2019 Guest Guru future ...we got the new international trade bank in SA opening up, we have the FML to be voted on to raise the value of the dinar and protect foreign investors, we have new atms coming out that weren't there before, and now the u.s treasury secretary sitting down making sure they are coming online properly electronically...i'd say things are def. heating up...and we had an article from 2014 saying the raising of the dinar was delayed 5 years...interesting timing for 2019. [post 2 of 2]
5-22-2019 Guest Guru future Article: "Halabousi receives Assistant US Treasury Secretary" Quote: "The meeting discussed the promotion of cooperation between Iraq and the United States of America, especially in the economic and financial fields. The meeting was to enhance the prospects of cooperation between the Iraqi and American banks, and the need to develop the Iraqi banking sector and economic reforms through the activation of electronic systems in the exchange of cash..." great news...economic reforms and electronic banking...my belief is iraq raises the value of the dinar goes full on electronic banking than later on introduces a gold backed electronic dinar. "the activation of electronic systems” could explain those new ATMS popping up in the international airport...its all manifesting itself... [post 1 of 2....stay tuned]
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ARTICLE 1-A (from PM Mahdi's website; posted only on the Arabic side, not on the English side)
Prime Minister Adel Abdul Mahdi: Relations between Iraq and Kuwait have witnessed a qualitative development
The Prime Minister, Mr. Adel Abdul-Mahdi, said that the relations between Iraq and Kuwait witnessed a qualitative development, And moved from the stage of fears and ambitions to the stage of confidence and cooperation in all areas, during a meeting with the Speaker of the Kuwaiti National Assembly Mr. Marzooq Al-Ghanim and a number of Kuwaiti parliamentarians in the building of the National Assembly, and the presence of deputies from the members of the Iraqi delegation.
He added that the good relations we have with all neighboring countries reflect on our internal situation in a positive way and lead to reconciliation between our diverse people. The opposite is also true because our surroundings are diverse, stressing that our common denominator with Kuwait is the great participations and the historical, cultural and geographical importance. Of natural and human resources, and that these relationships and wealth are destroyed only by the adventures and wrongful and aggressive policies that destroyed the two countries and wasted their wealth, and we exceeded most of them and left little.
He called for resolving all outstanding issues between the two countries in the spirit of cooperation and understanding witnessed by fraternal relations including regional water issues and ports. The two parliaments of the two countries should play their role in favoring the two countries' supreme interests, deepening relations and removing obstacles and advancing projects that serve the two peoples and achieve security, stability and prosperity.
For his part, Mr. Marzooq Al-Ghanim said that the Kuwaiti National Assembly in its full spectrum and direction with a strong Iraq is stable and prosperous and we want special relations and we look forward to increasing cooperation between the two countries which exceeded the past and activate the agreements in the economic and trade fields, expressing satisfaction with Iraq's development, stability and openness in its relations with countries. Stressing the support of the Iraqi government in its policy and directions and its efforts to serve Iraq and restore its real and constructive role in the region.
Media Office of the Prime Minister
22 May 2019
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ARTICLE 1-B (from PM Mahdi's website; posted only on the Arabic side, not on the English side)
Prime Minister Adel Abdulmahdi and HH the Amir of Kuwait Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah discussed bilateral relations and joint cooperation
The Prime Minister and the Amir of Kuwait Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah discussed in a friendly, frank and understanding atmosphere enhancing bilateral relations and cooperation between the two peoples and the two neighboring countries, the developments in the region and various issues of mutual interest.
He stressed that we are at a stage of clarifying the problems between Iraq and Kuwait and we have come a long way and overcome many outstanding issues and put together a hand to build a better future and the relations of integration. We have many participants and opportunities, especially in the fields of construction, reconstruction and services. Cooperation in all fields and we look forward to more, noting that the Iraqi government is working hard to serve its people and develop the economy in cooperation with our brothers and neighbors and remove the danger from our peoples and countries and defuse crises.
The Prime Minister said: "I wish you all the best of security, peace and love. We thank you for your good reception. We also express our sincere appreciation for your wisdom and wise leadership in all circumstances and challenges. We thank Kuwait for hosting the donor conference. To overcome the legacy of the past and remove all obstacles, and that our government is now the Government of Stabilization of stability and government services and reform and we want to start a fruitful start in our bilateral relations under the direction of Iraq and its openness and stability and sign of signing agreements and giant projects with various neighboring countries and friendly countries.
"We have to cooperate, encourage stability efforts and defuse the war," he said, noting that European views are compatible with Iraq over the crisis between Iran and America.
He said that Iraq will not enter into a policy of axes, alignments, condemnations and accusations. We hope that the upcoming Arab and Islamic conferences will come out with a calm speech that will serve the stability of the region, which has suffered the scourge of wars and destruction.
The Amir of the State of Kuwait: I welcome your visit on my behalf and on behalf of the people and the Government of Kuwait. Our meeting is a good news and a gesture of cooperation. We are happy with your approach and the policy of opening up to Iraq's Arab and international environment. We and Iraq are the victims of the right to harm the people and the two countries. .
His Highness the Amir expressed his appreciation for the Prime Minister's policy in establishing relations with all and for Iraq's development and stability as a result of this policy. He affirmed Kuwait's readiness to contribute to reconstruction efforts in various Iraqi provinces,
He added that the war is not easy and would harm everyone if it occurred and we hope that the mediation efforts of many countries will succeed and succeed in achieving peace and stability for the benefit of all.
His Highness the Amir also expressed his optimism about the ongoing talks between the ministers and officials of the two delegations and that they will result in greater cooperation to serve the interest of the Iraqi and Kuwaiti peoples.
Media Office of the Prime Minister
22 May 2019
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ARTICLE 1-C (from PM Mahdi's website; posted on both the Arabic and English sides)
Prime Minister Adel Abdul Mahdi arrives in Kuwait on May 22, 2019
Prime Minister Adel Abdul Mahdi arrived in Kuwait this afternoon and received at Kuwait Airport His Highness Sheikh Jaber Al-Mubarak Al-Hamad Al-Sabah, Prime Minister of the State of Kuwait, where he held the official reception ceremony during which he played the national and Iraqi nationalities.
The delegation includes the Prime Minister, the Deputy Prime Minister and the Minister of Oil, the Deputy Prime Minister, the Minister of Finance, the Ministers of Foreign Affairs, Planning, Trade, Culture and Transport, the member of the House of Representatives, the Chairman of the Iraqi-Gulf Friendship Committee, the heads of the Investment Authority and the Border Crossings, .
Media Office of the Prime Minister
22 May 2019
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ARTICLE 1-D (from PM Mahdi's website; posted only on the Arabic side, not on the English side)
The National Security Council holds its weekly meeting under the chairmanship of the Prime Minister and the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, Adel Abdul Mahdi, May 22, 2019
The National Security Council held its weekly meeting on Wednesday under the chairmanship of the Prime Minister and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, Adel Abdul Mahdi.
The Council discussed the tense regional and international situations and the role of Iraq and its preparations, whether to prevent the threat of threats or to face all the possibilities that may be exposed to Iraq and the region, and the Council of sensitive matters and how to address and the importance of communication with all parties to defuse the crisis.
During the meeting, they discussed efforts to support security, stability and issues prepared for the agenda, including the organizational, administrative and humanitarian situation in the reform departments of the Ministry of Justice, and emphasis on cooperation and coordination between ministries and concerned parties to provide solutions and proposals.
The National Security Council continued to discuss the measures taken to settle the salaries of members of the ministries of defense and the interior of the staff and mattresses, and provides the resettlement benefits to beneficiaries and economic solutions, in addition to it is a measure to fight corruption and direct state funds to its beneficiaries directly, and was directed to follow up procedures and adopt and develop mechanisms proposed by the competent committee .
The Council also discussed the issue of prisoners, whether in cases of terrorism or criminal cases, and how to deal with these files according to law and order, and to provide practical solutions to a number of problems faced by prisoners or prisons alike.
Media Office of the Prime Minister
22 May 2019
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ARTICLE 2 (from Government of Iraq twitter account)
Government of Iraq - الحكومة العراقيةVerified account @IraqiGovt 5-22-2019 around 10 am Eastern
PM @AdilAbdAlMahdi begins an official visit to Kuwait to strengthen bilateral cooperation and for talks on trade, energy and investment. PM will also discuss the role that Iraq and Kuwait will play to foster security and stability in the region.
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ARTICLE 3
Hakim and Halabousi discuss the role of Iraq in easing the crisis in the region
2019/5/22 14:28
[Baghdad-where]
The head of the Coalition for Reform and Reconstruction, Mr. Ammar al-Hakim, discussed with the Speaker of the House of Representatives Mohammed Halbousi, the role of Iraq in easing the crisis in the region.
"The two sides discussed the security developments in the region, which will affect the stability of Iraq, and stressed that Iraq takes its role in easing the crisis by investing its relations and its pivotal role in the region," the statement said. Region.
He added that "the meeting discussed the latest developments in the political situation in the country and stressed the continuation of the House of Representatives in its oversight and legislative role and the adoption of laws that affect the lives of citizens and contribute to the provision of needs and services."
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ARTICLE 4
Blaschart: Corruption in Iraq takes away public service funds and puts them in pockets of corrupt people
NEW YORK, May 22 (KUNA) - The United Nations' official website on Wednesday published the full text of the UN Secretary-General's Special Envoy to Iraq, Jenin Blachardt, before the UN Security Council.
"It is no secret that the authorities, institutions, mechanisms and systems of Iraq continue to struggle against deep-rooted problems that often impede the implementation of urgent and strong responses from the government to urgent needs such as reconstruction, development and security," Blachkart told the Security Council.
"Corruption takes away the money that had to be spent on public services and placed it in the pockets of the corrupt, and it hinders economic activity and development," the UN official said, referring to corruption at all levels in Iraq.
She expressed optimism about the work of the Iraqi government in the fight against corruption, quoted Prime Minister Adel Abdul-Mahdi as saying that "corruption distorts the image of the state and reputation at the local and global level."
"The change will not happen overnight, so the problem of corruption has to be highlighted repeatedly," said the head of the UN mission in Iraq.
"Iraq will not achieve its full potential without the active political, social and economic participation of women and young people. She noted the organization of the mission and its participation in a number of women and youth events throughout Iraq, noting that "these are important experiences for participants," but "stressed the need to translate good intentions into positive action."
"This law will fully protect the legal rights and shelter needs of all victims of domestic violence," she said. "All victims, not victims, are women," she said. And I hope that the lawmakers will follow that by a law under the Iraqi constitution that prohibits all forms of violence and abuse within the family. "
"In Sinjar, I saw the terrible devastation caused by a preacher about five years ago," Blachkart said, referring to her recent visit to Sinjar, which was seized by a preacher five years ago and committed grave abuses against the Yazidis. Unfortunately, much has changed since the liberation of Sinjar. Many still live in tents on the roof of the mountain they fled with the start of the campaign of terrorism. In August the world will commemorate the horrific events of five years ago. But not yet achieved the establishment of a single administration and security deployment, the two mainly to rebuild Sinjar. Frankly, the continuation of this is a clear injustice. "The Iraqi leadership, in Baghdad and Erbil, must act now urgently and decisively."
Blaschart expressed her happiness for the Iraqi leadership to continue to communicate with regional and international partners, putting it in the position of reliable partner.
"Iraq can become a stabilizing factor in the troubled region, and instead of being a battleground that could provide room for regional reconciliation, it paves the way for a regional security dialogue," she said.
The Special Representative of the Secretary-General of the United Nations in Iraq, warned of signs of regional conflict in it, and likely to return the demonstrations.
"The Da'id organization still has activity in Iraq and there are fears of a return of demonstrations in Iraq because of the problem of lack of services," she said.
With regard to regional developments, she warned of "turning Iraq into a battleground for regional conflicts," referring to escalating tensions between Iran and the United States.
At the same meeting, the Security Council unanimously adopted resolution 2470 to extend the mandate of the United Nations Mission in Iraq (UNAMI) until 31 May 2020.
The resolution affirms Iraq's independence, sovereignty, unity and territorial integrity, and expresses support for Iraq in addressing the challenges it faces in the context of continuing post-conflict stabilization efforts and moving to the task of recovery, reconstruction and reconciliation.
The Security Council decided that, at the request of the Government of Iraq, the Special Representative of the Secretary-General and the Mission would undertake, inter alia, priority to provide advice, support and assistance to the Government and people of Iraq to promote inclusive political dialogue and promote reconciliation at the national and community levels.
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ARTICLE 5
Raghad Saddam Hussein shows the fact of her mother's death
2019/5/22 14:18
[Follow-up]
Raghad's daughter, Saddam Hussein, told a Jordanian website about the death of her mother, Sajida Telfah.
Raghad Saddam said her mother was "in good health, and his age had a role", denying what was circulated Tuesday evening about her death.
Sajda Telfah is the widow of former President Saddam Hussein, born in 1937, and gave birth to Uday in 1964 and Qusay in 1967, 3 daughters Raghad in 1968, Rana in 1971 and 1977.
Press sources said the wife of Saddam Hussein, Sajida Khairallah Telfah, had died at the age of 80.
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