Iraq has devalued the dinar, prompting objections from some members of parliament who say the decision could make daily life more expensive for people with limited incomes.
Critics in parliament have focused on the impact of higher costs on vulnerable groups, arguing that a weaker currency may add to the financial strain faced by households.
The disagreement places the devaluation at the centre of a wider debate over how economic policy affects purchasing power and social protection. Members opposing the move have raised concerns about the consequences for those least able to absorb increased expenses.
According to Al Jazeera’s report on the Iraqi dinar decision, the parliamentary criticism is rooted in fears over living costs and the burden on the country’s most vulnerable residents.