EPISODE · Jan 15, 2026 · 32 MIN
Iraq Moves to Strengthen Its Global Financial Reputation
from My FX Buddies · host Tish Washington
Iraq is taking deliberate steps to strengthen its position in the global financial system. link to My FX Buddies Blog In this important development, the Governor of the Central Bank of Iraq, Ali Mohsen Al-Alaq, chaired a high-level meeting with global consulting firm Oliver Wyman to discuss concrete mechanisms for improving Iraq’s sovereign and credit ratings.The meeting brought together the National Team for Improving the Credit Rating and the Technical Committee for Sovereign Rating, with the participation of Mazhar Mohammed Saleh, Prime Minister’s advisor, alongside experts from key ministries and the private sector.Discussions focused on alignment with international rating agencies including S&P Global Ratings, Fitch Ratings, and Moody’s Investors Service, emphasizing the five core pillars used in sovereign rating methodologies:• Institutional quality and financial strength• Monetary stability• Economic structure and growth prospects• Political risk and governance• Overall stability and reform credibilityIf you'd like to Support the channel: https://cash.app/$tishwash.... https://paypal.me/tishwash.... a FREE transcript at: https://rss.com/podcasts/myfxbuddies....The meeting also underscored the importance of building a comprehensive and transparent economic framework that accurately reflects Iraq’s reform trajectory, institutional capacity, and long-term opportunities — while maintaining continuous, direct communication with international rating agencies.This initiative forms part of the Iraqi government’s broader strategy to enhance global confidence, improve international perception of the Iraqi economy, and support sustainable financial and economic stability following the formation of the National Credit Rating Improvement Team in September 2025.📌 What does this mean for Iraq’s financial future?📌 How do sovereign ratings affect borrowing costs, investment flows, and currency stability?📌 Is Iraq positioning itself for the next phase of global integration?🎧 Listen, reflect, and stay informed as Iraq works to strengthen its standing in global markets.Thanks for Watching! Following Iraq’s Story — Don’t Give Up 💰🔥
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Iraq is taking deliberate steps to strengthen its position in the global financial system. link to My FX Buddies Blog In this important development, the Governor of the Central Bank of Iraq, Ali Mohsen Al-Alaq, chaired a high-level meeting with global consulting firm Oliver Wyman to discuss concrete mechanisms for improving Iraq’s sovereign and credit ratings.The meeting brought together the National Team for Improving the Credit Rating and the Technical Committee for Sovereign Rating, with the participation of Mazhar Mohammed Saleh, Prime Minister’s advisor, alongside experts from key ministries and the private sector.Discussions focused on alignment with international rating agencies including S&P Global Ratings, Fitch Ratings, and Moody’s Investors Service, emphasizing the five core pillars used in sovereign rating methodologies:• Institutional quality and financial strength• Monetary stability• Economic structure and growth prospects• Political risk and governance• Overall stability and reform credibilityIf you'd like to Support the channel: https://cash.app/$tishwash.... https://paypal.me/tishwash.... a FREE transcript at: https://rss.com/podcasts/myfxbuddies....The meeting also underscored the importance of building a comprehensive and transparent economic framework that accurately reflects Iraq’s reform trajectory, institutional capacity, and long-term opportunities — while maintaining continuous, direct communication with international rating agencies.This initiative forms part of the Iraqi government’s broader strategy to enhance global confidence, improve international perception of the Iraqi economy, and support sustainable financial and economic stability following the formation of the National Credit Rating Improvement Team in September 2025.📌 What does this mean for Iraq’s financial future?📌 How do sovereign ratings affect borrowing costs, investment flows, and currency stability?📌 Is Iraq positioning itself for the next phase of global integration?🎧 Listen, reflect, and stay informed as Iraq works to strengthen its standing in global markets.Thanks for Watching! Following Iraq’s Story — Don’t Give Up 💰🔥
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