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1. The organizers of the demonstrations scheduled on the 25th have reaffirmed their "peaceful nature" and warned against "sneakers" expected to join the demonstrators
2. In a statement addressed to the Iraqi Youth, the organizers called on them to participate in the demonstrations provided "they keep a peaceful and civilized nature" as well as "protect the public and private properties and prevent any type of corrupt acts"
3. They called for the formation of special committees to carry out delicate inspections to make sure that demonstrators do not carry weapons and that they avoid classes with Armed Forces
4. They warned from sneaking in the demonstrations by supporters of Iraq's former Baath regime, terrorists, hypocrats who trade in the name of religion and politics
5. They called for opening the doors for all national trends and individuals believing in freedom, justice, and genuine democracy
6. They warned against raising "strange and tucked slogans" such as "Death for Democracy" charging that those parties would exploirt the mischief of masses from distorted practices
7. A source close to the parties that called for the demonstrations said carrying slogans such as "Baghdad won't become Qandahar", or "Shall we keep silent", "without silence", and the "Blue Iraqi Revolution", have met under the motto "February Youth" to express the peaceful nature of the demonstrations
8. A statement, a copy of which was received by Aswat al-Iraq on Monday, warned from clains that "Young groups would break through the Green Zone and try to force the downfall of the current government"
9. It was reiterated that the demonstration does not aim to force the downfall of the regime or target certain political personalities, but aims to reform the current system
Tuesday, February 22, 2011
2-22-11 The Government agrees on the Law of the salaries and allowances of the President of the Republic and his deputies
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1. Iraqi's government announced in an extraordinary session held on Monday that they approved the draft law on salaries and allowances of the President of the Republic (Talabani) and his deputies, the PM and his deputies, and the ministers and deputy ministers
2. They also authorized the general secretariat of the Council of Ministers to prepare a draft law that would suspend the custom tariff law until further notice
Parliament approves laws. I guess they decided to work yesterday. I wonder if they'll continue meeting throughout the week despite Nujaifi's announcement they will not meet until the 28th?
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1. Iraqi's government announced in an extraordinary session held on Monday that they approved the draft law on salaries and allowances of the President of the Republic (Talabani) and his deputies, the PM and his deputies, and the ministers and deputy ministers
2. They also authorized the general secretariat of the Council of Ministers to prepare a draft law that would suspend the custom tariff law until further notice
Parliament approves laws. I guess they decided to work yesterday. I wonder if they'll continue meeting throughout the week despite Nujaifi's announcement they will not meet until the 28th?
2-22-11 Final Minister Position News Tuesday February 22nd
Highlights/Thoughts
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1. The leader of the coalition of state law said the candidate's national ministry of the interior (Chalabi) will be subject to evaluation with other candidates to win the conviction of Maliki, who will likely at the same time be choosing figures outside the political agreements to fill the security ministries
2. Chalabi was officially nominated for the ministry of the interior by the National Alliance and the coalition of the Kurdish blocs
3. Aqeel Turaihi and Adnan al-Asadi are also candidates, but they both have not received Maliki's conviction and there is a reservation from some of the political blocs, most notably the List
4. It was pointed out that Chalabi has economic and administrative experience, but the position requires a military person to manage the interior ministry
5. The political blocs agreed under the Barzani initiatives and agreements that the National Alliance would receive the minister of interior posting in exchange for the List to fill the defense portfolio, but Maliki stressed that the person is an independent candidate
6. Most likely, al-Hassani, a member of the rule of law, will be chosen by Maliki to fill the defense portfolio
7. It was pointed out that Maliki is currently running all security ministries and that the factions have not yet reached agreement on the security positions: the interior, defense, and the director of intelligence
8. Another member of the state of law said that some of the reasons for the delays are related to the nominees not having the experience required and not being independent in their work
9. He explained that the problem of determining the security positions will not take long for Maliki, and said there are preparations for a meeting between council members and leaders to reach a decision on the positions
10. He said it is not permissible for anyone to deal in accordance with their wishes with the events because there is an agreement and constitutional norm that needs to be adhered to
As much as I don't want to believe the items in bold have truth to it, it is clear that Maliki's actions support what is being said. This is one of the causes of problems between Maliki and Allawi regarding the Defense Ministry. What's interesting is to see the state of law member say "there is an agreement" that needs to be adhered to. Yet, it is clear from what was said above that Maliki doesn't intend to stick with the agreements. It says it's likely he'll choose someone outside of the agreements.
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1. The leader of the coalition of state law said the candidate's national ministry of the interior (Chalabi) will be subject to evaluation with other candidates to win the conviction of Maliki, who will likely at the same time be choosing figures outside the political agreements to fill the security ministries
2. Chalabi was officially nominated for the ministry of the interior by the National Alliance and the coalition of the Kurdish blocs
3. Aqeel Turaihi and Adnan al-Asadi are also candidates, but they both have not received Maliki's conviction and there is a reservation from some of the political blocs, most notably the List
4. It was pointed out that Chalabi has economic and administrative experience, but the position requires a military person to manage the interior ministry
5. The political blocs agreed under the Barzani initiatives and agreements that the National Alliance would receive the minister of interior posting in exchange for the List to fill the defense portfolio, but Maliki stressed that the person is an independent candidate
6. Most likely, al-Hassani, a member of the rule of law, will be chosen by Maliki to fill the defense portfolio
7. It was pointed out that Maliki is currently running all security ministries and that the factions have not yet reached agreement on the security positions: the interior, defense, and the director of intelligence
8. Another member of the state of law said that some of the reasons for the delays are related to the nominees not having the experience required and not being independent in their work
9. He explained that the problem of determining the security positions will not take long for Maliki, and said there are preparations for a meeting between council members and leaders to reach a decision on the positions
10. He said it is not permissible for anyone to deal in accordance with their wishes with the events because there is an agreement and constitutional norm that needs to be adhered to
As much as I don't want to believe the items in bold have truth to it, it is clear that Maliki's actions support what is being said. This is one of the causes of problems between Maliki and Allawi regarding the Defense Ministry. What's interesting is to see the state of law member say "there is an agreement" that needs to be adhered to. Yet, it is clear from what was said above that Maliki doesn't intend to stick with the agreements. It says it's likely he'll choose someone outside of the agreements.
2-22-11 RV THIS WEEK OR NEVER? 2-21-2011
Highlights/Thoughts
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1. If the RV card ever existed, this is the ultimate time to play it
2. Maliki is fearful that his government may soon collapse
3. Only a fool would believe otherwise
4. Articles indicated he went to Kuwait to secure the safety of he and his family in the event that this week's protests turn violent
5. Logic would assume that if he were concerned, he would have made seating the 3 security ministers a priority at any cost
6. But, he did not and Parliament has adjourned for a week
7. These are hardly indications of an imminent RV
8. Although the intent for Friday's demonstration is to have peaceful demonstrations, the end result will likely be anything but peaceful
9. It is likely that terrorist or religious fanatics will infiltrate the event and insight chaos and violence
10. If that happens, the stability required for something as critical and complex as an RV will be a long time coming
11. If the RV were close, they would have found a way to make it happen BEFORE the protest situation gets out of hand
12. They've watched the events unfolding in neighboring countries for several weeks now, and have had plenty of time to complete all necessary details for the RV announcement
13. If there were a reason to believe that they are facing an emergency situation, this is it
14. If anything can save the GOI and lead to progress and a stable democracy, this is their best opportunity
15. We are looking at this week week, or never
16. The next few days should be very interesting
PLEASE DO NOT READ THIS IF YOU DO NOT WANT TO READ RUMORS/OPINIONS
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1. If the RV card ever existed, this is the ultimate time to play it
2. Maliki is fearful that his government may soon collapse
3. Only a fool would believe otherwise
4. Articles indicated he went to Kuwait to secure the safety of he and his family in the event that this week's protests turn violent
5. Logic would assume that if he were concerned, he would have made seating the 3 security ministers a priority at any cost
6. But, he did not and Parliament has adjourned for a week
7. These are hardly indications of an imminent RV
8. Although the intent for Friday's demonstration is to have peaceful demonstrations, the end result will likely be anything but peaceful
9. It is likely that terrorist or religious fanatics will infiltrate the event and insight chaos and violence
10. If that happens, the stability required for something as critical and complex as an RV will be a long time coming
11. If the RV were close, they would have found a way to make it happen BEFORE the protest situation gets out of hand
12. They've watched the events unfolding in neighboring countries for several weeks now, and have had plenty of time to complete all necessary details for the RV announcement
13. If there were a reason to believe that they are facing an emergency situation, this is it
14. If anything can save the GOI and lead to progress and a stable democracy, this is their best opportunity
15. We are looking at this week week, or never
16. The next few days should be very interesting
2-22-11 House of Representatives investigating disappearance of $40 billion of DFI
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1. Nujaifi announced the formation of two commissions of inquiry to find out the fate of 40 billion dollars withdrawn from the DFI
2. He said the money is disbursed in a certain direction but does not appear in their accounts and the Council of Representatives will investigate the legal disbursement of funds
3. He asked the Council of Ministers of the CBI to open accounts immediately for the transfer of funds from the DFI before the first of May as well as the completion of the agreement on the mechanism that will withhold 5% of the compensation approved by the UN for Kuwait
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1. Nujaifi announced the formation of two commissions of inquiry to find out the fate of 40 billion dollars withdrawn from the DFI
2. He said the money is disbursed in a certain direction but does not appear in their accounts and the Council of Representatives will investigate the legal disbursement of funds
3. He asked the Council of Ministers of the CBI to open accounts immediately for the transfer of funds from the DFI before the first of May as well as the completion of the agreement on the mechanism that will withhold 5% of the compensation approved by the UN for Kuwait
2-22-11 NA Faleh: Adoption of the National Council candidates linked to the security ministries
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1. The National Alliance said there is no correlation between the law of the National Council and the candidates for the security ministries
2. The law of the National Council does not require the settlement of the security ministries
3. He added that the delay in approving the law of the National Council is caused by the signing of the decision of the number of people who are the leaders of the political parties
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1. The National Alliance said there is no correlation between the law of the National Council and the candidates for the security ministries
2. The law of the National Council does not require the settlement of the security ministries
3. He added that the delay in approving the law of the National Council is caused by the signing of the decision of the number of people who are the leaders of the political parties
2-22-11 CBI auction results
Currency Auctions
Announcement No. (1840)
The latest daily currency auction was held in the Central Bank of Iraq on the 22-FEB-2011. The results were as follows:| DETAILS | NOTES |
| Number of banks | 20 |
| Auction price selling dinar / US$ | 1170 |
| Auction price buying dinar / US$ | ----- |
| Amount sold at auction price (US$) | 165,534,000 |
| Amount purchased at Auction price (US$) | ----- |
| Total offers for buying (US$) | 165,534,000 |
| Total offers for selling (US$) | ----- |
Dollar's exchange rates / in Baghdad markets
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