IMF Discusses Strengthening Iraqi Dinar
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Key discussions included: Non-oil GDP growth of 5% in 2024, driven by agriculture expansion and increased public spending, with 3.5% growth expected in 2025. Reduced dependence on oil revenues, improving economic diversification and stability. Review of actual 2024 expenditures and 2025 revenue forecasts, alongside strategies for deficit financing. Public debt strategy update, ensuring fiscal sustainability and investor confidence in government bonds. Financial sector reforms, with the IMF stressing the importance of banking modernization to attract foreign capital. Expanded collaboration with international correspondent banks to facilitate trade financing. Increased use of the Iraqi dinar in major transactions to strengthen the national currency.