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EPISODE · Jul 11, 2025 · 29 MIN

How Trump’s 30% Tariffs Could Transform Iraq’s Economy

from My FX Buddies · host Tish Washington

The global trade game just changed — and Iraq is at the center of it! link to My FX Buddies Blog In a surprise announcement, US President Donald Trump has imposed tariffs of up to 30% on imports from 18 countries, including Iraq. But here’s the twist: Iraq’s oil exports — a major driver of its $9 billion annual trade with the US — remain untouched.Support My FX Buddies:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://cash.app/$tishwash⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...⁠https://paypal.me/tishwash⁠Get a free transcript at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://rss.com/podcasts/myfxbuddies/....While these new tariffs have sparked fears worldwide, Iraq might see a unique opening. Trump’s message invites Iraqi companies to invest directly in the US, offering a "special economic window" and promising fast-track approvals for those who relocate or invest.✨ It’s Not Too Late to Make 2025 Your YearFeeling behind? Unmotivated? Not sure where to start?You’re not alone — and this audio guide can help you move forward with purpose.🎧 Listen to Relaunch Your 2025 Vision now → ⁠https://buymeacoffee.com/tishwash/e/4...In this episode, we break down:• Why Iraq’s oil exports are exempt — and what that means for their economy.• The hidden opportunities in Trump’s invitation for Iraqi businesses.• How these tariffs could encourage Iraq to diversify beyond oil and build new global partnerships.• The potential risks for Iraqi consumers and local markets.• What Iraq’s new tariffs on US goods mean in response.Is this the start of a new trade partnership or the beginning of a rocky economic relationship? Could Iraq transition from oil dependency to a more diversified future thanks to this unexpected policy shift?🎙️ Join us as we unpack the real story behind Trump’s tariffs, explore how they reshape Iraq’s trade strategy, and what it means for investors, businesses, and everyday citizens.⭐ Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share this episode for more deep dives into Iraq’s economy, the dinar, and global trade news!

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