Tag Archives | e payments

Chinese Payment Firm enables Iraq's new SuperQi App

By John Lee. Qi, a leading player in Iraq's fintech sector, has reportedly unveiled its third-generation app, SuperQi, in collaboration with China's Ant International. According to a report in Gulf Business, SuperQi offers a comprehensive suite of services that include scan-to-pay, money transfers, bill payments, loans, mobile recharge and other payment solutions, enabled by by […]

The Turning Point: Iraq's Leap into the Digital Economy

From the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP): The Turning Point: Iraq's Leap into the Digital Economy In a world increasingly defined by digital finance, Iraq has taken a transformative step with the Digital Payment Regulation No.2 of 2024. This landmark policy marks more than just regulatory progress; it signifies a realignment of Iraq's financial infrastructure with […]

Iraqi Govt to Phase Out Cash Payments

By John Lee. Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani has directed new measures to develop electronic payment systems. The initiative includes expanding salary payments to private sector employees through digital channels, similar to government payroll, with the Ministry of Labor and the Central Bank of Iraq (CBI) collaborating on the framework. Additionally, all ministries and […]

Iraqi Islamic Bank (IIB) joins 'My Account' Initiative

By John Lee. The Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) has announced that the Iraqi Islamic Bank (IIB) has formally joined the 'My Account' financial inclusion initiative, alongside BBAC, Cihan, NBI and RT. In a statement on Tuesday, the KRG said it expects other major banks to join by the end of the month. It continues: "To […]

Iraq Makes Progress on e-Payments

By John Lee. The Central Bank of Iraq (CBI) has reported an increase in foreign reserves to 148 trillion dinars [$113 billion] and deposits in the banking sector to 131 trillion dinars [$100 billion], which it says indicates a positive trend in monetary stability and financial growth. According to the state-run Iraqi News Agency (INA), […]

Visa supporting Iraqi Govt's Plans for Electronic Payment

By John Lee. Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shiaa Al-Sudani received Mr. Andrew Torre, the Regional President of Visa for Central and Eastern Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, along with his accompanying delegation on Thursday. The Prime Minister emphasized that economic and banking reform is among the government's top priorities, welcoming cooperation in this field. […]

Iraq establishes National Company for Electronic Payment Systems

By John Lee. The Central Bank of Iraq (CBI) has decided to establish the "National Company for Electronic Payment Systems in Iraq," marking a qualitative development in the country's financial infrastructure. The new company will be responsible for efficiently developing, operating, and managing national electronic payment and settlement systems, introducing new elements to enhance the […]

Iraqi Fuel Stations to go Cashless

By John Lee. The Iraqi Ministry of Oil and its subsidiary, the Oil Products Distribution Company, have decided to implement electronic payment systems at all fuel stations starting January 1, 2024. The Ministry says it will also suspend cash handling from this date, adding that this move aligns with government guidelines to enhance efficiency, automate […]

Iraqi PM Orders Reform of Banking Sector

By John Lee. Iraqi Prime Minister, Mohammed Shia al-Sudani, led a meeting on Tuesday to monitor the progress of banking reforms. The session, attended by the Finance Minister, Governor of the Central Bank of Iraq (CBI), and directors of government banks, focused on administrative and banking reforms initiated by the government as part of comprehensive […]